Supernova74 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I was thinking of purchasing a scope cover for my Meade 12”ACF I pretty much set it up a few hrs before an observing session for cool down etc and everything is set up properly anyway the useall process after an observing session i strip down the scope and put it back in the brick built shed and is well protected in bespoke made trunk.However after a lengthy observing session fatigue kicks in and tiredness and even tho the scope is managble for myself a little reluctant as it’s better to be safe than sorry as a simple slip good bye scope so I’m considering a scope cover this will be just for one night untill I’m a little more fresh the next day and in daylight are thease scope covers just glorified tarupaulin covers that manufacturers have picked up on as I don,t mind spending the money when needed on my kit however being uv proof etc is it really necessary For a scope that’s only be left out untill the following morning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jiberjaber Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 I use an unused garden waste bag from Lidl to cover over my mount and tripod over extended periods of use, a bungee cord holds it to the tripod to prevent the wind getting under. Would one of them be large enough for your application? Similar: https://www.wilko.com/en-uk/wilko-231l-round-garden-bag/p/0298981 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveS Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 Can't go wrong with Telegizmos covers. I have two, one for the 130 apo, and another that will cover the ODK12 while it's being commissioned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart1971 Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 Dont skimp on a cheap cover, I did that and it ended up costing me more.... go with Telegizmo 365 you will never need another one.... 👍 I do leave my mount head under mine all the time though.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryMcK Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 I have a Telegismos cover too but the “cheap” one that is silvered on the outside. Nothing from Telegismo is cheap. However it is not really good enough for permanently covering a scope and the 365 is the best bet. But those are really expensive and I bought a 21 quid cover intended for stacks of chairs from Amazon. That goes over the top of the Telegismo cover is held on to the tripod using integral fasteners and a bungee around the whole lot. I can confirm it is watertight and heavy downpours have not got through https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07X57LRT4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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