Re: [Utah-astronomy] Atlas or CGEM?

Thanks David and Rob! The CGEM I'm looking at has the same weight rating as the Atlas, 40 lbs. I plan on using the mount for imaging with APOs and generally apertures less than 8" when used visually (short Newt), so I shouldn't be close to the design limit. I did like the pier extension for the Atlas and I don't see a similar accessory for the CGEM, very handy for refractors. Supposedly some of the issues on the Atlas have been addressed in the newer model but I can't say for sure.