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Alex, I agree with Jonathan on all points. I have an 8" goto dob, and it's pretty easy to lift it in one piece and lug it into the back yard if you're reasonably robust. It's more awkward than super heavy, but the tube can be unscrewed from the base in about 5 seconds if you need to make two trips to save your back. I had the non goto version for a while, but I reckon you'll be wanting goto in no time at all - it just opens up a whole new world of viewing pleasure, particularly if you are using an app like Sky Safari to scroll around the sky. If you get the goto, you'll be set for years - I've had mine for a decade now and it's still my go to (ha!) scope for backyard viewing.
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