Quite a threat coming from a little redneck libertarian. Not being welcome by you matters how? Watch your threats, as usual you forget to engage brain before putting mouth in gear. Leave while I can? Oooh, shivering in my Birkies now.
And just launching your usual Libertarian fare of fascist statist is so boring already. I can come back with McCarthyism and witch hunts and the whole thing is so passe.
Progressives stand for peace, human rights, clean air and water, animal rights, aging with dignity, economic fairness, union rights, political freedoms et al. You have to be pretty ugly inside to turn that into un-American.
I am not responding to any further comments from someone with that karma.
It really depends on what you are using your telescope for. You have 3 main types of telescope optics: refractors, reflectors, and catadioptrics. The mounts are usually classified as equatorial or alt-azimuth. A Dobsonian is a type of alt-azimuth mounted Newtonian reflector that is designed to be light weight and portable.
If I had a fixed observing location I would definitely prefer a large reflector on an equatorial mount that I could house in an observatory. My main interest are deep sky objects so reflectors fit the bill. However, there is nothing like looking at Jupiter and the other planets though a fluorite or ED glass refractor. The colors are simply stunning. Costs are extremely prohibitive where good refractors are concerned though.
Catadioptrics, like the Schmidt-Cassegrain, are nice option being less expensive than refractors and having short tubes. However, large apertures are far more expensive than their Newtonian equivalents.
I actually used to build telescopes for people and the Dobsonian was by far the most popular design because of its portability and low relative cost. So, while I prefer the ability of the equatorial mount to track the stars its weight can make it a chore to transport. The Dobsonian is far easier to tote around. I'm torn I suppose...
Well then lynx55, I have two words for you: GET OUT. That is, get out of the United States. You are in the wrong country. You are a traitor; a seditionist. Move to a country where you fascist statist are welcome. China would be an excellent choice. You are not welcome here.
Yep, there is no debate. Progressives are un-American and enemies of freedom and liberty. Seriously, leave while you can.
Actually I AM a very PROUD Progressive. And no, those were NOT the 2 words I had in mind.
LOL..I consider Libertarian to be part of the problem, albeit not as large a part as the tea party, ( shudder) but definitely a problem. And no, I really do NOT want to debate the issue. Found that extremely counter productive.
A while ago I would have immediately said real lawns but as the responsibilities pile up with being a dad, administering a social network, working a regular full-time job, etc... I would love to not have to mow my lawn.
While it would cost a small fortune to lay a synthetic lawn on our property it would keep me from the expensive cost of maintaining my lawnmower and save me at least three hours a week during the summer. Still not in my budget but it would be nice and I would imagine there would be a lot less insects flying around the yard.
Actually lynx55, I'm a Libertarian. You'd Probably consider me a little conservative leaning since I am a big fan of the US Constitution .
I am actually referring to Progressivism in this post. Today the two terms are interchangeable as you will find that most Liberals are Progressives. That is not to say all are. However, if you believe "More Government" is the answer, you are a Progressive and therefore, you are part of the problem.
I voted hotel, but that is simply because i LOVE staying in a nice hotel and have never stayed in a condo. =) I may have a different answer if I were to ever stay in a condo on vacation.
And just launching your usual Libertarian fare of fascist statist is so boring already. I can come back with McCarthyism and witch hunts and the whole thing is so passe.
Progressives stand for peace, human rights, clean air and water, animal rights, aging with dignity, economic fairness, union rights, political freedoms et al. You have to be pretty ugly inside to turn that into un-American.
I am not responding to any further comments from someone with that karma.
If I had a fixed observing location I would definitely prefer a large reflector on an equatorial mount that I could house in an observatory. My main interest are deep sky objects so reflectors fit the bill. However, there is nothing like looking at Jupiter and the other planets though a fluorite or ED glass refractor. The colors are simply stunning. Costs are extremely prohibitive where good refractors are concerned though.
Catadioptrics, like the Schmidt-Cassegrain, are nice option being less expensive than refractors and having short tubes. However, large apertures are far more expensive than their Newtonian equivalents.
I actually used to build telescopes for people and the Dobsonian was by far the most popular design because of its portability and low relative cost. So, while I prefer the ability of the equatorial mount to track the stars its weight can make it a chore to transport. The Dobsonian is far easier to tote around. I'm torn I suppose...
Yep, there is no debate. Progressives are un-American and enemies of freedom and liberty. Seriously, leave while you can.
LOL..I consider Libertarian to be part of the problem, albeit not as large a part as the tea party, ( shudder) but definitely a problem. And no, I really do NOT want to debate the issue. Found that extremely counter productive.
While it would cost a small fortune to lay a synthetic lawn on our property it would keep me from the expensive cost of maintaining my lawnmower and save me at least three hours a week during the summer. Still not in my budget but it would be nice and I would imagine there would be a lot less insects flying around the yard.
I am actually referring to Progressivism in this post. Today the two terms are interchangeable as you will find that most Liberals are Progressives. That is not to say all are. However, if you believe "More Government" is the answer, you are a Progressive and therefore, you are part of the problem.
Let me guess, the answer is "MORE GOVERNMENT".
You know that's the answer to everything. ;)