I don't think this is helpful to the TS. It is the same as telling don't buy DSLR, easier to get stolen and will be even more heart pain as it costs more.:nono:
I can't agree with the logic of not getting an expensive tripod just because it might be stolen. If that is the case, we should not be getting any expensive camera and lenses that cost even more because they too might be stolen.
I think bro deckard meant that if a Benro can serve the purpose and take the weight of the setup, then dun have to get a Gitzo as the Gitzo is definitely more expensive than a Benro. I got a cheap tripod from PPCP and it has served me well enough given it's light-weight. My Benro is becoming an white elephant sitting in a corner in my house.