Post #1917196
2026-05-02 18:18 UTC
@stargazersmith I love my Dob, I have eased travel a bit by having a hand dolly cart. When separated the barrel weighs about 30 lbs and the base is about 35 lbs. Then I just assemble and roll Matilda out to where I want her. I must admit carrying her when I first got her in 2023 was back breaking for me! 🤪
This one folds down into a small flat object that takes less space when traveling. I would suggest getting one with larger wheels for going up stairs to a porch or observation deck though.
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@stargazersmith@social.linux.pizza 2026-05-02 18:29
@appagalcrochet The wheels are a good idea. And Dobs are handy because the tube comes off of the cradle easily. I use a turn-on-threads pipe tripod for my refractors, and it too is heavy for me. I resorted to your solution for moving it, I put it on a small furniture dolly.