[Outbackmanyep]

Originally Posted by Carl

Hi folks
Forget the off axis guider stuff, I cant see a thing. Everyone suggests a guider scope instead.
I have an 8" SCT on CG5 mount (dont laugh) on a permamant peir in my Observatory.
Carl

Have you tried using the radial guider with an f6.3 focal reducer???

I use a radial guider with all my astrophotography at prime focus, (except planets and moon and sun), its usually recommended by the manufacturer to use the "off-axis/radial guider" with a focal reducer to give you pinpoint sharp stars at the edge of the field suitable for guiding!
I also bought an eyepatch from the chemist to use on the eye im not using to help minimise eyestrain during long exposures and help concentrate on the guide-star.