good short tube portable?

Rich N. (rnapo@No-Spam)
Fri, 29 Dec 1999 15:45:23 -0800

Ok. Well I would go for Celestron C5 spotting scope.
If you don't mind the smaller aperture the TV Ranger/Pronto
would be very nice.

If you are going to spend much time observing the stars
a photo tripod with a normal camera or pan head can be
very frustrating. A balanced Alt/az head like the TV Tele Pod
is better. Or, a small EQ mount.

Rich

>> When you say "for travelling", will it be for modest power
>> birding/nature study? High power, > 90x, astro observing?
>> Or both?
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>Only astronomical use. Call me crazy but I have no desire to look at birds.
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