Rapidaz Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Hi everyone , I'm Aaron 36 from tamworth , I've always been interested in astronomy and I've decided to buy myself my first telescope , I know I've join this site but I'm looking for advice for a first telescope and hope to make new friends Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kor84 Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Hello Aaron and welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swag72 Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Hi Aaron and welcome to SGL - Glad that you found us, this is a friendly place. You could look up whether there are any astro societies nearby - I'm sure that would be really helpful.Look forward to seeing you around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdo Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Hi Aaron & Welcome to SGL. If you post in Beginners section & say what budget you have & what you are interested in seeing you will get more replies as more people would see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badger111 Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Greetings Aaron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted August 24, 2014 Share Posted August 24, 2014 Hi Aaron, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hi Aaron and welome to the forumClear skiesJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronl Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hi Aaron welcome to the lounge,hope you find what you are looking for, but you needto state how much you intend to spend.Good Luck and Clear Sky's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterCPC Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hi and welcome.Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michigander Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Welcome to SGL, Aaron!Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Welcome aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hi Aaron and welcome to SGL. It is worth spending quite some time, both in research and advice, before parting with your hard earned pennies on a scope. Whilst you do battle with "now what shall I buy" why not invest in a modest pair of binoculars in the 7x50 or 10x50 range , this can start you off observing right away, as an aid in learning about the night sky. Binoculars are a worthwhile investment, as they will also form a useful part of your future observing kit, enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Presland Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hi welcome to SGL from Pete in Bedfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sirius Starwatcher Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hi Aaron and welcome to the SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Harlock Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Welcome !I just joined a few days ago, and found these 2 threads particularly helpful :What Can I Expect to See....?http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/196278-what-can-i-expect-to-see/Essential reading for those who are thinking about getting into Astronomy !http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/35441-essential-reading-for-those-who-are-thinking-about-getting-into-astronomy/This is a friendly place where you should be able to get lots of helpful advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rapidaz Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Skywatcher HERITAGE-130P Dobsonian TelescopeIt's the scope I'm getting but just I worried about light pollution , there's a lot where I live . So if I got a 90mm refactor insted would that be better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laudropb Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hello and welcome to the SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C7tsj Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hi and welcome to SGL.Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hello Aaron and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingergeek Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Hi there and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Lloyd Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 Hi Aaron, welcome to sgl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Steele Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Hello Aaron and welcome to SGL. Take your time looking for your first scope out seems a bit of a mind field at first but sure you'll decide in the end what's best for you Good luck and clear skies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotSoSuperNova Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Hi Aaron, Welcome to the lounge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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