A Dobsonian is different from other telescopes for astronomy. The ‘Dobs’ are often recommended for beginners because of several advantages but there are disadvantages to having these that you should know before you buy. If you’re looking to buy a Dobsonian or have already bought one, you’ll benefit from knowing more about this reflector type … Read more
Should I use my telescope with or without my glasses? It’s a dilemma most eyeglass wearers have when using a telescope. The answer depends on your need for glasses and if you have an astigmatism or not. Just to be clear, this article relates to astigmatism in your eyes, rather than telescope astigmatism, which can … Read more
My experience with accessories sold with a new telescope is that the eyepieces don’t cover all expectations. There are many quality eyepiece brands to choose to upgrade but knowing what to buy is a tad daunting. Eyepieces are essential since they contribute to half of the optics in a refractor telescope vs. about a third … Read more
If you’re wondering about that large ring around the Moon and what it means, you might be interested in the following. It’s what I discovered about the cause and relevance of Moon halos for weather prediction. I’ve always held the belief that when you see a ring around the Moon it means rain is on … Read more
If you’re looking to buy or already have one, you might be wondering ‘Where should I store my telescope?’ Here I cover storage ins and outs, what to avoid, and the best options to consider when looking to store your telescope tube and optics. Where should you store your telescope? It’s best to store your … Read more
You might be in the market for buying a new telescope and wondering which is better Celestron vs Orion or perhaps SkyWatcher? Let’s look at the important things to know about these brands and compare their products. Why these three brands? Of all the telescope brands, Orion, Celestron, and SkyWatcher are typical of the ones … Read more