This hobby can be as expensive as you like
Confirmed this morning that this hobby can be as expensive as you like. Last year I went and upgraded my mount for EAA imaging vs direct observing. My first scope came with and Alt/Az mount and my upgrade was to get a German Equatorial mount. This year I hope to really put some miles on the new gear. Then this morning, I heard about Harmonic Drive mounts. While still very pricey, it looks like in a few years it could become a viable option. My budget for the year was spent last year so I'll be waiting. Caution, info/marketing video link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ar2pRHwlHTI