Everyone makes fun of newbies buying ready-built dipoles on eBay, but
nobody can direct you to where to buy baluns? Searched hi and lo
online, and what I found, was more expensive than buying a ready-made
dipole! I'd like to buy a balun, and attach my own cut-to-length
wire, but can't find cheap baluns ANYWHERE.

Where are you Elmers buying your baluns?


Every major amateur radio dealer I have bought from had baluns in their
inventory, Ham Radio Outlet and Amateur Electronic Supply, to name two.

However, you might find a wider selection from
http://www.radioworks.com



Ed K7AAT