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I too have been looking at buying a new rid for some time now.
From my perspective the Vixen SXD would certainly seem a nice compromise. Maybe with a lx200r 10" tube. Both Meade and Vixen are competitively priced here in Australia. Most of the other brands seem to be distributed by companies more interested in profiteering from the current healthy exchange rate.
It's a pity a fork mount on a wedge doesn't track as well as a eq mount. The Meade LX ranges are really good value at the moment and the locally made 'Hans Superior Wedge" looks a beauty. Meade accessories are also readily available and for the most part reasonably priced.
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