[DRCORTEX (Lance)]

Hi All,

I have a CPC800 with Starsense, and I am looking at options to remove the standard Celstron 9X50 straight through finder.

I am considering either a Telrad, Rigel or right angle correct view finder.

Now the questions:

I understand the Telrad is larger/bulkier than the Rigel, which would add weight, on the other hand the Rigel is taller.

Which would suit the CPC800 ?

The Rigel, seems to be around the same height, as the starsense in refernce to the OTA. Would I need risers with the Telrad to do the same ?

Really, I wouldn't be using them for star hopping, but simple calibration of the starsense, and verification of that calibration. Once calibrated, I switch to CPWI, and Toupsky for video astronomy.

I have also thought the Bintel right angle correct view 8X50 finder may be an option. It certainly would save me bending, and wow, my back is not good.

Your thoughts ?

Cheers

Lance