I've got a collapsible Dob. But fortunately I picked up an EQ3 mount that had an 8 inch reflector with rings on it.
After seeing the difference in size from my old EQ1 tripod to the EQ3. How much bigger is the HEQ5? Trying to keep gear requirements and weight down to be as portable as possible.
But either way you guys are recommending the HEQ5 over the star adventurer? My trips out to my dark spot are only 30 mins down the road but with a young family and work, I usually only get to squeeze in 3-4 hours of astro time once kids are fed and in bed.
What are your thoughts on needing autoguiding on the HEQ5? requirement ? or just nice to have?