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dokjon 
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Joined: 28 Jul 2015 Location: zip 15601 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5 |
 Calendar Event: Still in Shock!Posted: 04 Aug 2015 at 11:18pm |
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Hello R podders,
Surprise, surprise. I was planning to buy an Rpod next spring, but I just couldn't pass up the near cherry 2014 model 178 my dealer had for sale. I'm still swooning and busy stowing aboard things needed for camping. I plan to visit a lot of state and federal parks and do astrophotography. I am thinking about the Dometic Rdome shade canopy room, but $600 is a bit pricey. Do any of you guys know of a used one for sale or something just as good out there? Happy to be an owner. Doc John Occhuizzo Stargeezer 15601 |
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CFWARREN
Senior Member 
Joined: 12 Apr 2015 Location: Spokane, Wa Online Status: Offline Posts: 148 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 12:18am |
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Check out Paha Que:
http://www.pahaquecustom.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=cawn They've got a couple options for the Rpod, and their awning, at about $200 less than the Rdome is a great deal....plus it's made in the USA, not made in China..... 
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2016 179 - Hood River Edition
2008 Nissan Xterra |
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CgsAtPod
Newbie
Joined: 18 Jul 2015 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa Online Status: Offline Posts: 7 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 12:29am |
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Hey Doc,
I just took delivery of a 2016 179, today. I am also going to use it largely for Star Parties and astrophotography. We must almost be neighbors... My zip is 15228. Maybe I'll see you under the stars, somewhere! Best regards, Craig... In the AstroPod |
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2016 179
TV: 2011 GMC Sierra |
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4508 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 7:18am |
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Welcome to the group!
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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
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Patrick
Newbie
Joined: 29 Jun 2015 Online Status: Offline Posts: 6 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 5:07pm |
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Someone posted that they got their awning from bearcreekcanvas.com and that they were pleased.
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johnmaci
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Joined: 17 Jun 2014 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 202 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 5:49pm |
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I'll be all week long at the Staunton River Star Party in Oct.
Last one of the year when the weather is getting nice and cool...... http://www.chaosastro.com/starparty/ Hope to see some there..... |
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dokjon
Newbie
Joined: 28 Jul 2015 Location: zip 15601 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 10:23pm |
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I looked at the Paha Que. I think it's a great solution. Thanks for the tip!
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dokjon
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Joined: 28 Jul 2015 Location: zip 15601 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 10:25pm |
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Hi Craig,
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techntrek
Admin Group - pHp 
Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9059 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 10:28pm |
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Welcome. We mostly just used two EZ-ups. There are times where you can't easily set up the dome (or can't at all), like close-by trees or slopes, but you can put the EZ-ups anywhere.
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dokjon
Newbie
Joined: 28 Jul 2015 Location: zip 15601 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5 |
Posted: 05 Aug 2015 at 10:30pm |
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Hi Craig,
I can't believe there is another astrophotographer in an R pod so close to Greensburg. It would be a pleasure to bump into you at a star party and compare notes. I use a Canon Rebel model ts on my Meade lx75 astrograph. Just starting out in this endeavor although I've been stargazing since the 60's. Ever been to Cherry Springs? I'm doing my maiden voyage with the Rpod at Keystone state park the week after labor day. Clear skies, Doc John Occhuizzo stargeezer 15601 |
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