Guys,
They quit making these when they came out with the 2005 line, and we sold out the last of the Cool Grey color ones they had in stock. We've had tons of requests for more, but they want to be prepayed and then wait for months for production..
As far as parts, the base is the only unique thing, and we have had luck in getting them to get us parts for other models, even discontinued ones, so that wouldn't be an issue..
As far as the cost, they make sense as soon as you try them. Adjustability, strength, bearings at every joint, looks.. Rizoma makes some beautiful stuff!