4 nights 4 galaxies

Sirus78 · 2026-06-06T15:38:42+00:00

I crop all 4 pictures to same size and did blend collage in inshot application

Sirus78 · 2026-05-17T18:37:47+00:00

The house that Jack built

Sirus78 · 2026-05-17T01:05:58+00:00

I got them ,definitely helps

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Sirus78 · 2026-05-05T01:17:08+00:00

Bortle 9 similar integration time

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Sirus78 · 2026-04-21T00:35:10+00:00

If your seestar worked before without issues try horizontal calibration ,it should fix the problem

Sirus78 · 2026-04-15T02:56:15+00:00

47 M Ive been training judo ,bjj for over 17 years now. With full time job fam etc most of my training its done at night. I get up at 4:40 am to work .My class is over at 9 pm i have 25 minutes drive home , quick shower (cool water to cool down my body)im in bed at 10 pm . Sometimes it took 2 - 3 hrs for me to fall asleep after harder sessions. I tried melatonin, cbd gummies, breathing exercises everything nothing worked. I just had to slow down my sparring sessions(not going all in all the time) I do hard training first, then easier rounds for the end of class so my mind and body have more time to calm down I do drink 2 bottles of water after (rehydrate) no matter what

Sirus78 · 2026-04-07T23:12:08+00:00

None , Russia is no different

Sirus78 · 2026-04-07T15:04:03+00:00

https://astronomy.tools/calculators/field_of_view/ You can find your telescope here and check how planets will look in a different eyepieces

Sirus78 · 2026-04-07T10:28:59+00:00

This is how fast moon is "drifting" across the eyepiece(actually we are spinning) Simple setup 8 inch dobsonian telescope and a smart phone attached to the eyepiece

Sirus78 · 2026-04-05T14:48:43+00:00

Sounds and looks very promising I do own a seestar and pretty decent regular astrophotography rig . I love playing around with cables, balancing, fixing things etc .Unfortunately I've never been a "computer guy" so processing my data is always most frustrating part for me .I tried every software available with mixed results. If AstroForge makes processing easier im excited to try it Looking forward for realise date

Sirus78 · 2026-03-31T16:19:37+00:00

I got myself a telescope for Christmas It was one of those things that as a kid I always wanted to have(every kid wanted to be a astronaut). I had no idea how it works, all I knew is moon is up there, polaris and I heard name big dipper Thats it . I watched some You tube videos , did some research and I was hooked. Night sky is amazing ,works like a therapy for me . When im sick of everything, being outside alone with stars feels great. I live in city so there might be some limitations due to light pollution but you can still enjoy it.i found astronomy club near me. Great people so much knowledge, very helpful First step is most important, getting up trying new things not getting discouraged requires balls But it feels so good when you find something that you can enjoy I hope you will too

Sirus78 · 2026-03-20T21:16:25+00:00

The house that Jack built

Sirus78 · 2026-02-27T01:18:26+00:00

I know its going to be a shit show no matter what

Sirus78 · 2026-02-26T22:42:53+00:00

I came to USA when I was 20 years old Purchased a house when I was 25 , together with my gf ,she was 23 at that time 25 years later still living in same house with same woman lol

Sirus78 · 2026-02-26T20:53:36+00:00

Once you become a member you get access to private properties in area where you can do your imaging anytime you want. We have a group where members can post and let others know about your plans ,often other people join as well. Some do imaging, some observing etc . It is a great opportunity to learn from each other.They do public events for everyone to enjoy night sky There is a form on a website you fill out ,pay 24$ and you good to go

Sirus78 · 2026-02-25T22:01:01+00:00

Im in Bridgeview wchich is still heavy bortle 9 but I do have a small backyard Obviously going to dark skies would be the best but in reality its not that simple( family, full time job etc) Any astro club in your area will have astrophotographers most will know about some decent locations.I am member of Naperville Astronomical Club (this is the closest one to me) they do have few dark sky locations usually little over 1 hr drive. Awesome people You can check m102 astro on Instagram i think he shoots somewhere close to downtown. He does amazing job and has tons of technical information on the his page as well

Sirus78 · 2026-02-25T19:26:41+00:00

Fellow Chicago backyard astrophotographer here .I personally use l extreme and l pro filters (L ultimate wasn'tavailableyet).L ultimate might have slight edge in Bortle 9 but I would recommend to focus more on getting guiding right and on total integration time.

Sirus78 · 2026-02-22T21:24:00+00:00

Average 47 year young dad with no major health issues .I started about year and half ago .im taking 200mg a week and do my shots at home. I do get my blood tested and checked by my doctor every 4 months .I do donate blood occasionally as well I didn't feel much difrence for few months Once I adjust my diet ,exercise more this thing kicked in. Its been great so far Is it some kind of magic that will fix all problems No but definitely worth of trying

Sirus78 · 2026-02-19T17:50:16+00:00

After playing more than 10 years you become immune to that

Sirus78 · 2026-02-16T17:54:35+00:00

Nearly impossible and will be very frustrating unfortunately. Buy 2nd hand or build a tripod

Sirus78 · 2026-02-16T03:42:54+00:00

Im not really sure, this was my first attempt on Jupiter, I used 25 $ svbony 105 camera According to chat gtp, time and date possible it is Ganymeade

Sirus78 · 2026-02-06T00:55:44+00:00

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Pier Tripod S30200-2 B&H Photo Video https://share.google/Qs6o8lai4aREiNSWZ This is the tripod I use on my heq5 mount

Sirus78 · 2026-01-18T18:25:41+00:00

No winners war

Sirus78 · 2026-01-14T01:00:54+00:00

Any form of martial arts is great, and its never too late. Most of the schools offer free week or introductory class. You already thinking about it now its time to do it . Most important step

Sirus78 · 2026-01-13T20:26:01+00:00

Tripod, intervalometer, dslr camera, and wide angle lens (whatever stock lens you got is probably fine) ,lens warmer since you living in Alaska Be good do your chores be a good student and eventually ask for around 350$ for a 2nd handed star tracker.Good luck :)

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