--- Allan Schaffer <allan@No-Spam> wrote:
> Hi folks,
>
> Looking forward to CalStar :-) Two sets of questions so far:
>
> 1. What's that shiny material I see in the calstar photo, that several folks
> use to cover / shield your scopes from the sun during the day? And where do
> you get it? [And is it available as headwear? har har]
Several alternatives...
1) Astrosystem scope cover (not shiny, breathable)
2) Desert storm cover
3) Orchard Supply Hardware "bubble" insulation (can leave mylar residue, no longer recommended)
>
> 2. I'll prepare for both extremes but generally .. How's the weather at LSA
> in October (day/night)? Cold? Hot? HOTTTT? Prone to wind, dew, etc?
> Canopy friendly? :-)
Cold at night. This is the desert, essentially.
semi hot during the day -- this is why its in october. Summer is
unbearable -- e.g. when I go in the summer I try to get on the
road before the sun gets too high.
It hasnt been windy there at night. Nor much during the
day.. its always quite calm, but I'd be prepared. Likewise
with dew.
Very canopy friendly. Bring stakes (and hammer).
jeff
Received on Fri Sep 24 18:34:53 2004