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Old 18-06-2012, 12:14 PM
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WoW! Even without aligning!
You're going to have a great time exploring!

Re what the Polarie can handle:
I've seen a Polarie setup (you'd need to log on to see the pics in post 22)

with a Canon550D, body only, (475 gr)
and a Mini Borg 45 ED (380 gr)

Almost got this for myself as first scope/mount setup but couldn't find out how to order the mini borg from NZ.
Frankly, since I have had the EQ5 and 8" newt (in working order for a week now ), there were already 4 occasions where I couldn't be bothered with taking the mount out, balance, 3-star-align andwhatnot.
With the Polarie and MiniBorg I might have made use of 2 or 3 of those moments. Especially those after waking up at 4am and discovering clear sky.

Enjoy your trip
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