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    Vortex Fury 8x32 or Minox BD BR 8x32 ??

    I don't know anything about the Minox, but I bought a pair of the Vortex Fury 8x32 recently, and I really like them. The image is very clear, and they are easy to adjust. I haven't been out with them very much yet, but I think I will be very happy with them. And the warranty is great, another...
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    Birdwatching on Mt. Hood

    Thanks. That is very helpful!
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    Birdwatching on Mt. Hood

    I am trying to get more active in birdwatching again and just bought a new pair of binoculars yesterday. My husband and I hike on Mt. Hood a lot. Anyone have recommendations for good birding areas on Mt. Hood or in the vicinity? Thanks!
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    Mission accomplished! And bearclawthedonut, I ended up with a Vortex Fury 8x32, so similar to yours. I spent about an hour at Audubon trying out several different Vortexes and Leupolds. The Fury just felt the best and seemed the easiest to use, even though it was a bit heavier than what I...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    Still no sales tax in Oregon! :-) They carry the Fury, too, so I will compare. It, of course, costs more. (Actually the Fury they carry is 8x32.) I will compare with full size, too, to see the difference in view and such.
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    I'm going to try to get to the Portland Audubon Society tomorrow. I was sent a price list, and, if you are a member, prices are pretty comparable to EagleOptics--much to my surprise. Right now they have Vortex diamondbacks 8x28 on sale for $115, which is cheaper than Eagle Optics by quite a bit...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    That's good to know about Eagle Optics. It may very well come in handy! I know the Audubon Society carries Leupold, so perhaps I will get to see the Yosemite there.
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    A trip to REI and another clerk who kept referring to the cheat sheet to figure out anything about the binoculars. I tried the Monarchs again, since so many recommended them. I think I could manage the weight, but both times I have tried them, I keep getting a shifting black shadow, especially...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    Thanks, bearclawthedonut. I think I do need to try a few more out. I know the Monarch had more than enough eye relief. I have been reading up on the different things to look for. I will try to find a place where someone actually knows something about binoculars. The places I went the clerks...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    It seems like it just gets more confusing. I may need to get out and look again. REI isn't too far away, and it has a couple of the bins mentioned. I really appreciate all the help! I just need to decide how much power I need and what size I can feel comfortable with. Thanks, everyone! I'm...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    Jerry, I do wear glasses while viewing. I am pretty much blind without them, so it would be too difficult to keep taking them off and putting them back on. My only other binoculars are the one I got as a 9 year old and a cheap 7x35 Bushnell I was given a few years back which never seems to give...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    I got out to a couple local stores that have a few bins. One place had the Monarch 8x42, which felt comfortable to hold, but too heavy for me. I tried a pocketable Nikon Sportstar 10x25, which was too light for the power. The one that felt the most comfortable and about the right weight was a...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    I would love to be able to go and compare some of the different binoculars in person, but I can't seem to find any place around here that carries the ones I want to see. I have been checking online and calling around. Why are the ones recommended online not the ones the local stores carry? But...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    I have been reading about the Bushnell 7x26 Elite E2, and it sounds pretty good--apparently excellent optics, 14.5 oz., good eye relief. I think I am starting to lean toward it, if I can find a good deal. Still considering, though... It isn't waterproof, but I'm not sure how important that is. I...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    Thanks for all the replies so far. I am looking into all the suggestions. I hadn't considered the importance of it being waterproof, but that is a good suggestion--would definitely be an advantage here in Oregon. I am still debating on weight; I would like something under a pound, but don't want...
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    Good, but inexpensive, lightweight binoculars?

    I am getting back into birdwatching after not doing much for many years. I am looking for a pair of binoculars that are small and lightweight, have good eye relief (I wear glasses), and don't cost much (under $200, preferably), but still work well. I have been reading up on the subject, but...
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