Wind

[fountain]

No, not that sort:) , but being fairly new to all this, and living on a windy coast, I have been reluctant to take my telescope out in blustery conditions for fear of dust getting in the tube causing mayhem.

Am I right to think this, or am I being a tad too reserved?

[Earl]

Wind does not help the cause, if you can observe from a sheltered spot it would be much better.

[Freff]

A lot depends on the scope you have and what's getting in. If you are in conditions where sand or similar can get in then I may be concerned.

Further would be the blustery conditions are going to make seeing a bit difficult with the scope moving about.

Perhaps you could give us more info on the gear you have,

[tbird]

I had to hold the 12" Dob against the wind so others could have a look thru last monday at our club night. Not ideal, but did get a glimpse at the moon through breaks in the cloud.

[fountain]

Wow, thanks for the quick replies!

It's a SW 150P EQ3-2 mount.

I do put up tarpaulin to protect from light pollution, but it does get mighty windy round here with a lot of sand in the air.

Difficult question I know, but what sort of wind speeds do peeps reckon I'd be safe with?

Thanks all.

[Freff]

When you cant see your target because of shake, that'll be your limit.

Different set ups will give better or worse seeing in the same conditions. I think it's a case of suck it and see.