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On the other hand (pun not intended 🙂) the technique shown on the YouTube video that I have posted above seems reasonable. If it worked for a c14 it certainly should for a c11… Has anyone tried it (either with a EQ mount or a AZ)?

Tag is a lot @Deadlake for the prompt reply. indeed I have no doubts that the AZ100 can easily hold a C11. My question is rather about the process of mounting it before each session. There is a a moment when one needs to keep the scope with one arm, while using the other to tighten the clamp to attach it to the mount. I am concerned with the risk that the scope may fall at this moment. Doing it with a C8 is easy enough, but am wondering whether it would be still doable with a C11. I am a man of average strength, age 52. Can certainly lift the 12kgs of the tube, but holding it in place with one arm while fitting the dovetail to the clamp gives me pause... 😐

Hi all. I am new to the Forum, but following it since quite a while. I have some questions for those who use the AZ100 with a C11 or with a similarity heavy and bulky scope. How do you manage the process of side mounting it? Do you just keep the scope with one arm, while locking the clamp and do you feel comfortable with the process? I currently have a C8 on a skytee2 and can do it without issues, but upgrading to a c11 + az100 combination would make me nervous about damaging the scope and/or my back. I cannot leave the combination mounted and I would need to set it up at each observing session. Finally, is there anyone applying with the az100 the technique proposed by the gentleman in this video: Thanks in advance!