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Old 22-12-2010, 02:37 PM
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I agree with Mohammend regarding ease of movement when these dobs are set up - They are designed to be easy to position with wheelbarrow handles etc.

The biggest factor is really the vehicle you plan to transport the scope in. If you have to physically lift any part, then that will strongly influence your choice. I use ramps to wheel my 20" into a van, so no issues for me. I know that the 14" fits into a sedan, but it's not light.

Of course the next factor is eyepiece height. I don't mind a small ladder for 20" views, but I don't think I could go much larger (it's actually quite tiring to do a long nights viewing shifting ladders between objects). Anything 16" and below should be fine.
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