Boshank23 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi all, this looks like a good place to start a new hobby I've just moved house to somewhere very quiet and without too much light pollution, the sky looks amazing when clear, so I'm looking for a good starter scope and some help along the way. I bought my son the national geographic aldi special. Seems ok but I have yet to have a proper bash with it. I'd like something similar with a bit more power and I would like to be able to hook up a camera too if anyone has any recommendations? I look forward to seeing all your pics and reading your stories Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zadoq Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hello and welcome to you and your son Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zadoq Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hello again lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattJenko Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Welcome. Before forking out hard earned cash on something, try and go along to an astro society evening and join up, there is the Worcester one near you I believe. You'll be able to look through a few different scopes and chat to the owners and get a feel for what you need and would like. There is nothing like seeing, using and actually looking through a scope. Browse around these forums as well, there is a serious wealth of information here, from complete beginner's advice to high end astrophotography nuances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boshank23 Posted February 26, 2015 Author Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hello again lolAgain? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teifistar Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Welcome aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spartan2007 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi and welcome to sgl , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thanders Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hello and welcome from Swedeb!/T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi Paul, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Presland Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi welcome to SGL from Pete in Bedfordshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michigander Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Welcome to SGL, Paul!Dana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravenspurn Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi,Welcome to you both from Sweden.Leon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swag72 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi Paul and welcome to SGL - Glad that you found us and hope that you enjoy your time here. Great advise so far about getting along to a local astro society, a google search will show anything in your area.Look forward to seeing you around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterCPC Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi and welcome.Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Green Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 HI welcome to the SGL Stephen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boshank23 Posted February 26, 2015 Author Share Posted February 26, 2015 Thanks for the warm welcome, it's a little frustrating that I can't get to the classifieds! I'd much rather buy a second hand scope from someone who knows about them rather than new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laudropb Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hello and a warm welcome to the SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vox45 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hello and welcome to the forum Clear skies ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi Paul and welcome to SGL, you may find your scope hunting could become somewhat daunting, with the many types available, especially if you want to attach a camera, at some time in the future, as wanting to go down the AP route, could have some bearing on what you end up with. Best to research what is available, together with members observations on choice, use and capability of particular scope types. If you browse through the various sub forum categories, from Beginners equipment to imaging, I am sure in a short space of time you will soon have some idea of the scope type and route you want to follow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dude_with_the_tube Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 hi and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charon Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Welcome aboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIP3802 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi, Paul, and a warm welcome to SGL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hello Paul and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxoLight Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi Paul and welcome to the lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Hi Paul and welcome to the forum. Good suggestions from Matt and John above on how to get started. Ultimately though it always comes down to budget but there are certainly many good scopes out there that are economically priced so you will definitely be able to find something decent. It might be worth posting a question on the beginners section for people's suggestions along with a rough idea on how much you might want to spend.Clear skies and hope you enjoy your stay here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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