Affordable backyard observatories for the amateur astronomer. Dungeons top 100 frostnite top 100 storm king top 100. In 2003 we were the first to introduce the first commercially available roll off style observatory.
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In 2006 we introduced a
For skyshed observatories 20th anniversary weve developed an exciting new line of skyshed pod observatory models and variations!
Our skyshed pod is a high quality, simple to own and operate dome observatory, which has a simple, innovative design like no other. 95% of the materials are available from your local building materials retailer. By using the same proven material that’s been used globally for decades, in agricultural products and outdoor structures, combined with an evolutionary patented design, skyshed pod is the permanent or temporary dome observatory solution to house and operate the latest visual and photographic astronomical equipment. Well known astrophotographers utilize skyshed piers.
The skyshed steel pier design incorporates a dual leveling ability, and a pier top that rotates 360 and locks to line up your telescope in the direction of your choice. For schools, astro clubs, science centers, families and individuals. In education, public outreach, research, exploration, discovery. A long list of features that sets the bar for manual, motorized, remote/ascom, slotted dome observatory operation.
Made from the same great material (lldpe) as skyshed pod and pod max.
It can last for decades with a minimal amount of care. Skyshed observatories has been building observatories and winning the hearts of astronomers around the world since 2003. We have a variety of products to suit your astronomy needs. We offer building plans for our roll off skysheds.
95% of the materials are available from your local building materials retailer. Piers are available from us and pier shop plans are included with the plans, or you can build your own less expensive pier. To see more of our colour choices in action, please visit our owners gallery. Our customers love to send us photos of their pod’s so browse our massive collection of photos to see what colour you’d like best.
Heavier wall panels and bays option:
Pod wall panels and bays are Pod is the friendly name for skyshed’s personal observatory dome. Skyshed headquarters are located near dublin, ontario, canada. Skyshed pod is dedicated in memory of john kidner, a first class astronomy retailer and great friend
You won’t be able to see as far down in the sky. If you want to see as far down in the sky, add the new skyshed pier 12” base extension to your skyshed pier. If you don’t have a skyshed pier, look for an extension made by your mount manufacture. You can check to see how your scope fits into the pod with this neat piece of software designed by pod customer ian shatwell of the u.k.
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