Best I've seen so far is an old orange C14 used by Astronomy For Everyone in the Phoenix area fot their public outreach parties. Having a great operator (Jim) doesn't hurt either.
When I volunteer my instrument of choice is an ST80 or 20x80 binos on a parallellogram mount. The ease of raising & lowering between kids & adults is a big plus, and the wide-field views are pleasing.
No el-cheapo 60mm's on alt-az mounts! My son insists on using one once in awhile but becomes quickly frustrated with trying to keep an object in the FOV. My recent purchase of an 8" EQ newt with motor drives should cure that.
Scott
-------------------- Scott
10" LX200 Classic, Konus 200, Orion ST80, ETX90 OTA, 60mm Celestron alt-az, Obie 20x80's, Meade 10x50's
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