Re: Most asked question...

"pistor" <pistorin@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in news:1120071155.306572.309900
@g14g2000cwa.googlegroups.com:

> I guess the most asked question here is "what is the best beginner
> telescope?", right? :)
> Well, I googled the archives and found the last time this question was
> asked was over 8 months ago, and the post got no replies. So... what is
> a good beginner telescope that has a computerized motor?

This comes up more often on sci.astro.amateur. BTW why computerised?
Unless you have plenty of cash, it is better to spend your money on
optics than electronic gee-gaws. You also need to ask yourself, what do I
want to use the scope for? Do I want it to be easily transoprtable - will
it fit in my car? More info here (the Telecsope Buyers FAQ:

http://home.inreach.com/starlord/

Klazmon.




> Any pointers would be most appreciated.
>
> Victor Martinez, PhD (not on astronomy though... :)
>
>

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