+Bino-viewer Posted June 7, 2014 Share Posted June 7, 2014 Had a great afternoon down at the IAS. Both Nik & Petes talks were excellent. Bit hot and bright in the 'tent' though. They need to sort that out. Loved the free space in there to roam about....no claustrophobic feel like at Astrofest. A great range of gear to drool over......I was like a big kid in a toy shop! Highlights for me were Ian Kings shed observatory (I'd love one) and seeing a Mk v Bino for the first time. Then I was treated to my first look through a range of HA solar scopes set up outside. I'll do a post about them in the observing section. A fabulous show, and will be defiantly be making it a yearly visit. A big thumbs up from me !! Purchases.......got my first Telrad reflex finder.........oh.....and a 21mm Ethos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweedledee Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Purchases.......got my first Telrad reflex finder.........oh.....and a 21mm Ethos. Sounds like a great day out Rob. Bet you had a grin on your face bringing the big Ethos home. Very nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CodnorPaul Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Nothing extravagant for me despite all the temptation at IAS - Binoviewers and tripod for my bins, and reticule EP for alignment. Good day at IAS though - some lovely kit coming out with some monster dobs, a lot of solar scopes, and BIG mounts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Which bino-viewers did you buy Paul, I couldn't make my mind up and really need to try a set at a meeting I think? Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CodnorPaul Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 WO ones Ron - FLO have got 10% off this weekend so thought I'd give them a whirl. I tried Ibbo's before and got mixed results but I think they just take getting used to, and I like the idea of not having to keep one eye closed/blacked out with my hand when looking at planets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 OK, thanks Paul. let me know how you get on with them please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CodnorPaul Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Will do - more than welcome to come and have a go at Kelling if we get a nice night Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I'll be there! Thanks Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philjay Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Lunt solar wedge 1.25 plus baader nd and polarising filters from Ias Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geezanova Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 HitecAstro FocusMaster with stepper motor for the GT81 from IAS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philjay Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 I didn't see you there Nick, what time were you there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catman161 Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Subscription to BAA from their stand at IAS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philjay Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Hail fellow member Felix :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catman161 Posted June 8, 2014 Share Posted June 8, 2014 Hail fellow member Felix :-) Is there a secret handshake Phil? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toymaster Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 Maplin Electronics 5 in 1 Power Pack http://www.maplin.co.uk/p/5-in-1-power-station-with-air-compressor-a67hy Heavy duty 17Ah with two 12v outlets - on offer for £54.99 (was £74.99) - Looks good and worked a treat last night. Ade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brantuk Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 Nice one Ade - keep it regularly charged and it'll last a lifetime - I've had mine 5yrs and it's still going strong. During periods of none use it's best to give it a full 16hr charge every 3mths. Plus I give mine 8hrs charge after every session (however long) in order to keep it topped up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geezanova Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 I didn't see you there Nick, what time were you there? Sorry Phil should have said I was there Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweedledee Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 Lazy susan bearing and light shroud material. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tweedledum Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 Pete should add ;- RJ11 to RS232 mod cable 3 RJ11 to RJ11 4p 4c cables USB to RS232 converter Happauge video grabber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catman161 Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 Pete should add ;- RJ11 to RS232 mod cable 3 RJ11 to RJ11 4p 4c cables USB to RS232 converter Happauge video grabber You starting a business Damian? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweedledee Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 You starting a business Damian? That is just what he ought to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brantuk Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 (edited) TRF2008 flatener/reducer (at long last - they're like hens teeth) and an Astro Fix locator. Edited June 16, 2014 by Brantuk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan the Plumber Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Never done this but what the hell WO GT81 with flatter and reducer and carry case Atik 314L Atik EFW2 Filter wheel with LRGB absorptive filters 1,25" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz Type-R Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Oooooo very nice. Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brantuk Posted June 17, 2014 Share Posted June 17, 2014 Wow Alan - did you just win the lottery? Very nice set up mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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