Amongst all the other astronomy channels on TH-cam, this one, is superb. Just brilliant. I didn't even think about these things. You provide great advise for people, especially those who now getting into observing the sky. I am amazed. Thank you sir.
Sunglasses for when you have to run in the house for a bit is a great idea. Don't know why I didn't think of that. I'll be using that tip. Thank you!!! And my neighbors know when I'm observing because I put a large square piece of plywood on my side fence to block the one neighbors local light pollution.
i really like your videos , i found that the coldest winter nights with clear skys are the best for observation but below -25°C the fun is gone , got to hold your breath while looking in the eye piece lol
Hi Jason, great video, Thanks mate. One of my absolute favorites which is so effective is an old snorkel parker, I use it to block out all the light pollution and it keeps me warm, its a win win!
I have to agree with the comments here, this is truly the most helpful channel for me, and also plenty of entertaining information as well. I'll keep watching these, thank you!
I just purchased an HSL Reflector Telescope 76mm, I have the itch to use it, but it's a bit nippy here! Windchill in the teens! Anyways, I've been watching your videos and they are very informative for a 65 year old NEWBIE! I'll be watching your videos to get use to my Telescope. Excellent work! Thank you
Pratical no-nonsene tips! As far as I discovered the only astronomy channel that is really really helpful for starters. Why? because most of the tips and info on this channel can prevent people leaving the hobby. And that is exactly what is hard for amature astronomers/sky watchers: stay in the hobby! If you want some more detailed and advanced info about optical instruments/prices itself I strongly recommend the channel of Ed Ting, he is a specialist on optical instruments itself and give you very useful tips/info as well. And of course Astrobiscuit is another funny great channel if you want to learn about astro photography on a real funny way! So Small Optics, Ed Ting and Astrobiscuit is my way to go! Lot of other great channels, but in my opinion many of them are for the more advanced users that are already practicing the hobby for some time.
Really useful tips Jason. I can really see the work you're putting into production quality as well; I know it's a lot of work and it doesn't go unnoticed!
@@smalloptics753 Hey Jason, speaking of all these wonderful tips and topics you keep bringing us out here in youtube land, I just had a thought and it made me think of you. My ride broke down so I had to uber to work last night and when I told the driver I was installing new fiber (optics) at a Sams Club, he thought I said Fiverr. Then he explained to me what fiverr is and I've spent the last hour enthralled with all the different stuff people are on there teaching. Have you considered doing something like that for anybody who would like a human being explain to them all the finer points of visual astronomy? I think you would make an excellent teacher.
Some great tips here, I actually have a good finderscope but I find I still have to line my eyes up along it in order to even get that in the right place! I’m gonna put some sites along the top or maybe a luminous straw....Never Thought about the blankets, what a great idea, since I also have local light pollution. Thanks for posting.
What a great tips! I need to get used to the little doormat you mentioned as the winter is coming (it probably could be substituted by one of these small carpets under a drivers seat in a car if it doesn't get slippy). That straw-finder is ingenious!
Great no-nonsense tips! Thanks for the broomstick one. Regarding household tricks I use a toiletroll covered with aluminium foil as a dewshield for my Telrad and two plastick bags filled with playground sand to balance my 8 inch Dobson :)
Hey Jason I never thought of these house hold things that can be used for astronomy! Brush and mat duren winter would be great! I gotta to try that out. Never thought a simple straw could be used in that way and sounds amazing. How about socks too? When in winter the pavements and roads are slippery when it's so cold and put boots or shoes on then the socks as the socks stops it being too slippery when your carrying astronomy gear to local park or out side town to get away from light pollution. I've slipped before while carrying dslr and tripod to local area. Great video Jason and all these items are cheap and very useful too. Take care buddy and clear skies this winter and orion is coming back into our skies again!
Hey Bushcraft, I have heard of socks over boots before but totally forgot about it. It's a great idea for our hobby because it can get slippery out there... Yes, looking forward to Orion gracing our skies again, I always know summer is gone and winter is well on its way when I can also see Pleiades creeping up low in the East which also means longer darker skies.... Love it😁Take care buddy, clear skies.
Cold feet drove me straight to the doormat idea one cold night. I understand the night vision need but honestly going from dark to light really isn’t much of an issue for me as my eyes adjust very quickly, it the bright lights neighbors have on occasionally and the street lights that are a problem. I’m running in and out the house all the time going back and forth between light and dark.
Thanks, Jason, for these five astronomy hacks! First of all, I thought, a straw, seriously? But it makes perfect sense. The doormat tip I knew, and it really helps you keep warm feet. Sunglasses on at night? Seems like the blues brothers went on again 😂. Love your channel. Live long and prosper 🖖. Cheers, Michael
I must admit I find this channel really helpful but there is one question that I'd like to know, in one of your previous video's you mentioned upgrading eyepieces but I would like to know would a red spot finder scope be better than the standard sporting scope that comes with the telescope?
Very useful tips and tricks, I have loads of sunglasses, that many I store them along many curtain pole. But currently all these tips are useless to me, as I can't see anything though my scope. If the thick mirror is damaged where the bracket holds it (wish I could attach a photo) but the mirror itself is not damaged would that cause it to be black? I can see a shadow if I move my hand in front of it but that is all. Keep up the good work thanks Deby x 💜 🐾 🐞🦔🐿🌠💜
Hello there, that would be great if you could include a photo it would make my life easier that's for sure lol... I do get a lot of questions like yours and like you say without actually seeing the problem it's hard to diagnose. It could be something as simple as bad mirror alignment but without seeing it its hard to say.. If you have facebook come and join our group and then you could send some pics so we can get a better idea of the problem and advise you from there... All the best.facebook.com/groups/22380...
@@smalloptics753 unfortunately I don't have Facebook or any other social media sites, I am on WhatsApp that's about the only thing. Thanks for replying xxx 💜😽🐾🐞🦔🐿🌠💜
Good tips especially the broom. Would a red spot light be beneficial. I'm fortunate enough to only have 1 street light near. And can get near total darkness in the back garden.?
Hello Alan. A red light is always handy in total darkness just make sure it's not to bright otherwise it will defeat the object just a dim gentle glow is all you need. Clear skies friend.
Thanks. But i have a question on a different matter if it is ok. The telescope beside you, what mounting does you red dot finder has? Because i ordered an RDF but it came with a dovestail mount, which I just knew after receiving it & try researching for these kind of things. My telescope is same as the one beside you but with two bolts to mount and screw the finderscope or rdf. My question is what do you call this kind of mount? The one that two holes in it. Thanks again.
Hello Edward, I don't know the "official" name of the bracket but I refer to it as a dovetail as you have already stated but it can also be called a shoe. Hope this helps 😀
"It's 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark... and we're wearing sunglasses." Either you are Elwood or an astronomer. Thank you for this video.
Amongst all the other astronomy channels on TH-cam, this one, is superb. Just brilliant. I didn't even think about these things. You provide great advise for people, especially those who now getting into observing the sky. I am amazed. Thank you sir.
He is really fantastic 😍
Damn, there is a bright light across from my house. Why didn't I think of sunglasses and sheets? Thank you for these tips!
Sunglasses for when you have to run in the house for a bit is a great idea. Don't know why I didn't think of that. I'll be using that tip. Thank you!!! And my neighbors know when I'm observing because I put a large square piece of plywood on my side fence to block the one neighbors local light pollution.
Absolutely love your videos! Thank you!
I love your videos, you're always giving life hacks you wouldnt realy find on a book or online. Your content is very informative and unique.
Thank you for your kind words friend, very much appreciated.
i really like your videos , i found that the coldest winter nights with clear skys are the best for observation but below -25°C the fun is gone , got to hold your breath while looking in the eye piece lol
Hi Jason, great video, Thanks mate. One of my absolute favorites which is so effective is an old snorkel parker, I use it to block out all the light pollution and it keeps me warm, its a win win!
The doormat is a great idea. I also thought you look awesome in those glasses
Loving watching all your videos while I'm waiting for my 8 inch Dob.
Havent watched you in a minute but when i do come back, your videos are great!
I have to agree with the comments here, this is truly the most helpful channel for me, and also plenty of entertaining information as well. I'll keep watching these, thank you!
I just purchased an HSL Reflector Telescope 76mm, I have the itch to use it, but it's a bit nippy here! Windchill in the teens! Anyways, I've been watching your videos and they are very informative for a 65 year old NEWBIE! I'll be watching your videos to get use to my Telescope. Excellent work! Thank you
A most useful video. Enabled me to easily and cheaply solve an annoying light problem. Thank you for these most useful suggestions.
The sweeping brush! Why didn't I think of that! I will try it with my 10 x 50mm binos tonight. Thanks mate 👍
Pratical no-nonsene tips! As far as I discovered the only astronomy channel that is really really helpful for starters. Why? because most of the tips and info on this channel can prevent people leaving the hobby. And that is exactly what is hard for amature astronomers/sky watchers: stay in the hobby! If you want some more detailed and advanced info about optical instruments/prices itself I strongly recommend the channel of Ed Ting, he is a specialist on optical instruments itself and give you very useful tips/info as well. And of course Astrobiscuit is another funny great channel if you want to learn about astro photography on a real funny way! So Small Optics, Ed Ting and Astrobiscuit is my way to go! Lot of other great channels, but in my opinion many of them are for the more advanced users that are already practicing the hobby for some time.
I love your enthusiasm!
Absolutely brilliant 👏👏👏 I will be using this information 😀. Hopefully I remember the clean the broom 😂🤣😆
Really useful tips Jason. I can really see the work you're putting into production quality as well; I know it's a lot of work and it doesn't go unnoticed!
Thank you Erica.
@@smalloptics753 Hey Jason, speaking of all these wonderful tips and topics you keep bringing us out here in youtube land, I just had a thought and it made me think of you. My ride broke down so I had to uber to work last night and when I told the driver I was installing new fiber (optics) at a Sams Club, he thought I said Fiverr. Then he explained to me what fiverr is and I've spent the last hour enthralled with all the different stuff people are on there teaching. Have you considered doing something like that for anybody who would like a human being explain to them all the finer points of visual astronomy? I think you would make an excellent teacher.
great stuff as always Jason mate brilliant 👌👍
Thank you Jason for the tips and tricks, great video
Thank you Marco, your more than welcome friend.
Some great tips here, I actually have a good finderscope but I find I still have to line my eyes up along it in order to even get that in the right place! I’m gonna put some sites along the top or maybe a luminous straw....Never Thought about the blankets, what a great idea, since I also have local light pollution. Thanks for posting.
What a great tips! I need to get used to the little doormat you mentioned as the winter is coming (it probably could be substituted by one of these small carpets under a drivers seat in a car if it doesn't get slippy). That straw-finder is ingenious!
Great work as always, Jason. Always improving quality as well. Keep it up!
there are some usefull tips in this one NICE!
Cracking video mate, love the doormat and sunglasses tips
Absolutely Brilliant
Great tips Justin😎👌
Great video Jason...will try the sheet trick got a street light that is very annoying. Keep up the good work
Great no-nonsense tips! Thanks for the broomstick one.
Regarding household tricks I use a toiletroll covered with aluminium foil as a dewshield for my Telrad and two plastick bags filled with playground sand to balance my 8 inch Dobson :)
Good. 👍
Always good advices. Thanks Jason.
Thanks for the great tips!
Your more than welcome my friend
Thank you for these tips. 👍🏻
this video is hilarious!🤣
Thanks for watching😀
Hey Jason I never thought of these house hold things that can be used for astronomy! Brush and mat duren winter would be great! I gotta to try that out. Never thought a simple straw could be used in that way and sounds amazing.
How about socks too? When in winter the pavements and roads are slippery when it's so cold and put boots or shoes on then the socks as the socks stops it being too slippery when your carrying astronomy gear to local park or out side town to get away from light pollution. I've slipped before while carrying dslr and tripod to local area.
Great video Jason and all these items are cheap and very useful too. Take care buddy and clear skies this winter and orion is coming back into our skies again!
Hey Bushcraft, I have heard of socks over boots before but totally forgot about it. It's a great idea for our hobby because it can get slippery out there... Yes, looking forward to Orion gracing our skies again, I always know summer is gone and winter is well on its way when I can also see Pleiades creeping up low in the East which also means longer darker skies.... Love it😁Take care buddy, clear skies.
Always love your videos, i'm going to try the broom for my binoculars! Thanks Jason!!!
Thanks Jay I appreciate it pal... Yes give it a go you'll be surprised how well it works😃
Good!
Great video, thanks! Off topic: Who remembers "I wear my sunglasses at night" by Corey Hart? 😉
Cold feet drove me straight to the doormat idea one cold night. I understand the night vision need but honestly going from dark to light really isn’t much of an issue for me as my eyes adjust very quickly, it the bright lights neighbors have on occasionally and the street lights that are a problem. I’m running in and out the house all the time going back and forth between light and dark.
Thanks, Jason, for these five astronomy hacks! First of all, I thought, a straw, seriously? But it makes perfect sense. The doormat tip I knew, and it really helps you keep warm feet. Sunglasses on at night? Seems like the blues brothers went on again 😂. Love your channel. Live long and prosper 🖖. Cheers, Michael
Hello Mr, thank you for your kind words my friend... The Blues Brothers LOL! I haven't thought about those two for a while..😆
The friend with the John Lennon sun glasses 🧐😁
Hahaha. Hahahahaha. HAHA……. I love it. But here in S Florida we really don’t need the doormat 🤣
You have helped me a lot. But I'm still can't get good collimation
I must admit I find this channel really helpful but there is one question that I'd like to know, in one of your previous video's you mentioned upgrading eyepieces but I would like to know would a red spot finder scope be better than the standard sporting scope that comes with the telescope?
Very useful tips and tricks, I have loads of sunglasses, that many I store them along many curtain pole. But currently all these tips are useless to me, as I can't see anything though my scope. If the thick mirror is damaged where the bracket holds it (wish I could attach a photo) but the mirror itself is not damaged would that cause it to be black? I can see a shadow if I move my hand in front of it but that is all. Keep up the good work thanks Deby x 💜 🐾 🐞🦔🐿🌠💜
Hello there, that would be great if you could include a photo it would make my life easier that's for sure lol... I do get a lot of questions like yours and like you say without actually seeing the problem it's hard to diagnose. It could be something as simple as bad mirror alignment but without seeing it its hard to say.. If you have facebook come and join our group and then you could send some pics so we can get a better idea of the problem and advise you from there... All the best.facebook.com/groups/22380...
@@smalloptics753 unfortunately I don't have Facebook or any other social media sites, I am on WhatsApp that's about the only thing. Thanks for replying xxx 💜😽🐾🐞🦔🐿🌠💜
Good tips especially the broom. Would a red spot light be beneficial. I'm fortunate enough to only have 1 street light near. And can get near total darkness in the back garden.?
Hello Alan. A red light is always handy in total darkness just make sure it's not to bright otherwise it will defeat the object just a dim gentle glow is all you need. Clear skies friend.
@@smalloptics753 thanks. Plan B then. Don't want unwanted callers either.
So bleeding obvious! Sunglasses. Why didn't I think of that?
great information ideas, thanks. Too much waffle thougn
Thanks. But i have a question on a different matter if it is ok. The telescope beside you, what mounting does you red dot finder has? Because i ordered an RDF but it came with a dovestail mount, which I just knew after receiving it & try researching for these kind of things. My telescope is same as the one beside you but with two bolts to mount and screw the finderscope or rdf. My question is what do you call this kind of mount? The one that two holes in it. Thanks again.
Hello Edward, I don't know the "official" name of the bracket but I refer to it as a dovetail as you have already stated but it can also be called a shoe. Hope this helps 😀
Can you make another video like this
I'll do my best my friend 👍
Cheap telescope finders are useless and it's better to take it out and just use the finder ring mount as a place to centre what you are looking for.
Bedsheets are definitely better than shooting out a street light with an air rifle or slingshot (12 year old me took his astronomy very seriously) 😂😂
Please watch your audio volume. It was flattopping.
"It's 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark... and we're wearing sunglasses." Either you are Elwood or an astronomer. Thank you for this video.
So I guess, I can say, I wear my sunglasses at night, so I can, I can see ,the moon. Hahahahahaha.
2:52 I'm pretty sure that's what many Japanese telescopes have for sighting...
You tend to bloviate a bit.