Transit Shadow

[sbooder]

Hi All,

it is 22:08 Thursday 29th Sep 2011 and Io is casting a transit shadow over Jupiter at the moment for those who have yet to see one.

[John]

Nice view, isn't it

There are 2 nice darker "barges" in the north equatorial belt to compliment Io's shadow too

[Altair]

i have just been taking a look at the transit through all the condensation! I also saw those two barges on the other belt you are talking about. considering the moisture and mist in the air got a pretty good view!

[sbooder]

My view is fantastic, the best for a while, no boiling not much in and out fuzz either and yes the barges are very clear. What a fantastic week I am having!

I might force myself to stay up all night as it is Friday tomorrow.

[night vision]

Hi, I have just been looking at Jupiter as well. The best view I have seen of it in a long time. The shadow of Io was lovely and sharp and the bands seemed much darker than I have seen before.

I've had to drag myself away from the telescope as I have work in the morning, so enjoy the view you lucky folks who can stay up later.

Liz

[Gadget]

Just been watching this myself Jupiter has been putting out some real treats this week

If i can find a big enough coffee pot may even stay out and wait for GRS to come round

Kevin

[keithatrochdale]

Just got back from the second night on the trot of looking at Jupiter. Lovely views tonight, although the view did go on and off a bit and so mild - could get used to this.

Tried a few scopes, but the 16" Meade seemed to give the best results, even from quite early and low.