Observing Hooded Vest

[Rodstar]

Dear all,

Check this out:

www.darkskiesapparel.com/hooded_vests.html

I am tempted to get one. Anyone out there tried one? If so, what do you think? :question:

[mishku]

Ooooh, I've been pondering something like this.

I especially like the "monk" hood

[astroron]

A good idea, But I have been wearing something similar for about 10 years ;)
Cheers :thumbsup:

[bigdobman]

Hi Rod...I know a couple of guys in the US that wear them regularly and swear by them.

[Rodstar]

My wife has always said I have the enthusiasm of a zealot for our Nobel Interest.......better a monk that a hoodlum...:P

[Rodstar]

You missed your chance to make a buck out of astronomy, Ron!

Can you post a picture of what you are using? I would be interested to see your solution.

I have, from time to time, used a black towel, and draped it over my head etc. I have never persisted because it would not stay in position - the towel would always end up flopping down over the eyepiece/my face.

[Rodstar]

Good to hear from you, Peter! Maybe you could become a distributer in Australia? I'd buy one with an SDM logo emblazened on it!:thumbsup:

[xstream]

Rod, Let me know if you decide to order. :thumbsup:

[wavelandscott]

I have been thinking about getting one of these myself...I'll probably wait until spring. I've read several people's comments and they speak very highly of them.

Cheers,

[Rodstar]

Hi John,

Postage to Australia is US$37 for one hood, and exactly that same for 2. (I tried the cart with the two options). So, we would save almost $20 each if we do a combined order.

I am likely to place an order. You seriously interested?

[Rodstar]

Hi Scott, bit cold for you at the moment, eh?

Assuming I order one, I will let you know how it goes.:thumbsup:

[xstream]

Definately interested Rod. Anna would also like one if they come one size smaller.

[Rodstar]

John, on the Dark Skies Apparel website they only speak of two sizes being available, Regular and Extra Large. The Regular is designed for all but the chubbiest. I think Anna will be stuck with a Regular.

[xstream]

I thought the same thing, so she'll have to go with the reg.

[xstream]

I see it is still $45 even with three vests.

[Rodstar]

Yes, it seems it is $36.99 postage for one or two, then jumps up to $44.99 for three. Total cost of order for three is $269.99 incl postage, or $90 apiece. Will PM you John.

[Rodstar]

Found on Cloudy Nights, this thread debating, ad nauseum, with lots of photos, the ins and outs of this product:

www.cloudynights.com/ubbthreads/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/4944196/page/0/view/collapsed/sb/5/o/all/fpart/all/vc/1

I am convinced, and will be placing an order in the next few days.

Peter Read has even agreed to send me an SDM badge to sew on it!

[Poita]

I'd be interested in getting a solar one. Let me know if you need an extra punter.

[Rodstar]

Hi Peter, sorry I missed your post! I have already ordered....a set of three (one for me, and two for John and Anna).

I will post a model shot of myself with it on, once it arrives!

Cheers,