Holding them steady!

[tibbz2]

Hey Guys

Basically I was wondering if there are any good tips for holding binos steady whilst observing (no tripod)? I have a pair of 10x50's and even though I can get a good look at Jupiter its always a bit shaky for my liking. I do all the regular things, wide stance, hold my breath, lean on things when I can etc. but I was wondering if there were other things I could try? Does your steadiness improve with time?

Thanks!

[furrysocks]

A floor brush, turned upside down, binos nestled in the bristles. You could pick one up in a pound shop for £1.

[tibbz2]

Is it relatively easy to keep the brush upright without having to hold it then? That's a nice easy solution it seems! Thanks

[furrysocks]

I don't actually know - I've never tried it. Ha!

It should be, as you're basically fixing it to the ground on a 4' gimbal.

[Stu Skywatcher]

I've tried a few methods with my 10x50's, by far the best is the mono pod and trigger grip mount. I think i spent about £30 for the pod and grip, with a careful bit of shopping . My set-up is virtually identical to the one pictured on the home page of Steve's site http://binocularsky.com/ The broom idea is a good cheap solution, but you need to get more height that you could with your average broom IMHO..

[BinocularSky]

Basically I was wondering if there are any good tips for holding binos steady

How to Hand-hold a Binocular

Brooms and garden rakes are usable, but neither has the "advanced deluxe extend and tilt facility" that comes freely incorporated with a cheap extensible handled window cleaner with a tiltable brush/squeegee.

[chiltonstar]

Bean-bag, on top of car or wall.

Chris

[tibbz2]

Thanks for the tips guys. I'm going to try and hold off buying anything as i'm trying to save for a better scope at the moment!