I don't think anyone was offended. Certainly not me. If you can't afford a new tripod, but a good used one. As Bob Walkden suggested, look carefully at features and prices.
Shel > [Original Message] > From: Sunny Chung <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: <pentax-discuss@pdml.net> > Date: 1/18/2006 1:55:06 AM > Subject: RE: Tripod Dilemma > > I'm sorry for using the word "silly" and unintentionally offending > many people :-0 > I guess the word came to mind because I was partially baffled at the ridiculous > prices I was seeing for these tripods (ex: $200 - $500).... I guess if > I had a full time > job, that would be a "reasonable" price.... but right now budget is > extremely tight for me.