Hey guys,
Sorry for chiming in late, lots of social commitments lately. Some very interesting and thought-provoking replies here, and I certainly feel better that I'm not the only guy who struggles sometimes. I think Brent & Roger hit the nail on the head, I too feel the need to make the most of all my equipment and still feel vaguely human the next day
Seems like everyone ends up with an automated system or goes a different path. Russell you made a really interesting comment, I never thought about using other telescope networks and effectively 'hiring' them. I might treat myself to it on my birthday hehe
I'm with you Brett, I dont wish to drive out to remote sites alone with my $$$ equipment, and LP with a DSLR is massive PITA. Definitely get a CCD (Ideally mono as you said), I love going NB from my polluted skies too.
I will definitely end up with the telegizmo 365 cover as White Rabbit (Nice name, my better half has a silky black and fluffy grey one
) and so many others have said. Fred your either too young (and fully of energy) or not human to do all nighters! Reminds me of Alistair, never met anyone before him who has literally never slept haha.
Some really good replies here, keep them rolling in!