Mount Madness: Sky-Watcher Mount Sale – Ends At The End Of 2025

Now Extended through the end of the Year!

The nights are getting longer, the stars are shining earlier, and astronomers everywhere are gearing up for the best observing season of the year. To celebrate, Astronomics is teaming up with Sky-Watcher for Mount Madness — a one-month-only promotion offering big savings on Sky-Watcher’s most popular telescope mounts.

From ultra-portable star trackers to heavy-duty observatory-class mounts, there’s never been a better time to upgrade your tracking system and take your observing or astrophotography to the next level.

Why Choose Sky-Watcher Mounts?

• Trusted by Astrophotographers Worldwide – Known for their balance of affordability and precision.

• Innovative Designs – From strain wave drive technology to dual EQ/Alt-Az versatility.

• Rock-Solid Stability – Handles everything from grab-and-go refractors to massive 14"+ astrographs.

• Astro-Ready Features – Built-in Wi-Fi on select models, autoguider ports, and computer control compatibility.

Whether you’re setting up for a wide-field Milky Way panorama or running a permanent observatory, Sky-Watcher has a mount to match your ambitions.

End of The Year 2025 Promo Highlights

Save up to $1,700 on select Sky-Watcher mounts during Mount Madness.

Portable & Travel-Friendly

• Star Adventurer 2i Pro Pack – Now $499 (save $86)

• Star Adventurer GTi Mount Kit – Now $709 (save $121)

• SolarQuest Solar Tracking Mount – Now $499 (save $86)

• AZ-GTi Mount – Now $439 (save $86)

Mid-Range Workhorses

• HEQ5 Mount – Now $1,399 (save $226)

• EQ6-R Mount – Now $1,899 (save $351)

• AZ-EQ5 Mount – Now $1,799 (save $296)

• AZ-EQ6 Mount – Now $2,399 (save $451)

Strain Wave Innovations

• Wave 100i Mount – Now $1,699 (save $196)

• Wave 150i Mount – Now $2,199 (save $296)

• AL-EQ55i Mount – Now $719 (save $126)

Heavy-Duty & Observatory Class

• CQ350 Pro Mount (Head Only) – Now $3,299 (save $596)

• CQ350 Pro Mount with Field Tripod – Now $3,999 (save $696)

• EQ8-R Pro with Pier Tripod – Now $5,999 (save $996)

• EQ8-Rh Pro with Pier Tripod – Now $9,799 (save $1,701)

Observing Tip

If you’re an imager, the EQ6-R Pro is one of the most beloved mounts on Cloudy Nights — praised for punching far above its price point. Pair it with an 80–120mm refractor or a 6–8" reflector, and you’ll have a setup capable of producing astrophotos that rival far more expensive rigs. For serious observatories, the EQ8-Rh with high-resolution encoders delivers precision tracking that minimizes guiding corrections, even with long focal lengths.

What the Cloudy Nights Community Says

Sky-Watcher mounts have inspired countless discussions, reviews, and observing reports on Cloudy Nights. Here’s what the community highlights most often:

• Star Adventurer Series – Widely called “the gateway tracker” for astrophotography, these mounts make it possible to capture Milky Way landscapes and comet flybys with just a DSLR and lens. Users consistently note that “once you learn polar alignment, the little tracker performs miracles.”

• EQ6-R Pro – Perhaps the most frequently recommended mid-range imaging mount. One imager summed it up: “The EQ6-R carried me from my first 60-second exposures to five-minute guided shots of the Veil Nebula. It’s built like a tank, tracks reliably, and doesn’t break the bank.”

• HEQ5 – A favorite for those who want EQ6-class precision in a slightly lighter, more portable package. Owners often say it’s “the perfect match” for small to medium refractors.

• AZ-EQ6 – Praised for its versatility, with the ability to swap between EQ and Alt-Az. Cloudy Nights members often recommend it for public outreach: “In Alt-Az mode, I can run two scopes side by side for star parties. In EQ mode, it becomes my imaging rig.”

• EQ8-R and EQ8-Rh – These heavy hitters are frequently compared to much more expensive observatory mounts. One long-time user put it this way: “The EQ8-Rh finally gave me sub-arcsecond guiding with my 14” RC. It’s a mount that feels like it should cost twice as much.”

Final Thoughts

Sky-Watcher’s mounts are legendary for bringing premium performance to real-world astronomers. With savings up to $1,700 through the end of 2025, Mount Madness is the perfect opportunity to invest in the foundation of your observing and imaging setup.