...though many seem to keep trying to make it that simple and convenient.

I think he made some valid points, but there are always some in ANY club that knee-jerk into the "simple and convenient" rather than thoughful consideration and measured, adult reponse.

Yeah, there were posts with unnecessary jabs from all quarters, but I tell ya...

Go back and read the original points made. They were and still are valid points for discussion.

And NONE were truly based on whether or not the $10 was "affordable".