[ATM] Shroud v.s no shroud

[James Lerch]

Beautiful scope Tim, I especially like the secondary baffle!

First thought with regards to a shroud, have you drawn a straight line between 
strut 1 & 3 (or 2 & 4)?  I ask as you may find a piece of fabric drawn taught 
between the struts may intrude in to the light path of the primary.   The answer 
to this question may solve the shroud / no shroud questing fairly quickly.

Secondly, I suggest replacing the near white colored ground cloth in favor of a 
darker color. A darker ground cover will reduce the ambient lighting conditions 
(even in dark skies) and improve viewing (IMHO)

Take Care,
James Lerch
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