Orion ED mounting Question

Hello,

I just recieved my Orion ED scope and it's optically great. I'm using a crummy photo tripod right now and want to get a nice tripod-head setup. Ive read alot about the Bogen 410 geared head and am leaning toward that. What would be a solid, affordable, light, and compact tripod for this scope and head? Or would another head be best? the telescope wieghs under 6 lbs.

Thanks for your opinions,
Marc

Marc,
In the long run you'd probably be happier with a dedicated alt-az mount like a Unistar Light or Telepod. Both are good matches for a Bogen 3036 (Manfrotto 075) or Bogen 3046 (Manfrotto 028). A bit more expensive, to be sure, but a much better solution for astronomical viewing than a photo head.

Jim