I hear you on the prices. We bought this at Wal-mart:
http://www.swimways.com/springfloat/...5-AAC3BDA2E19C

It cost $30.00, they are marking them down now. I've got several of the other types that this company makes, but the lounge is my favorite. My only complaint is that it is a little short. The back rest is more like a pillow, but it works get as such.