If you don't want to build a link on your own and find Texas' link to much expensive, why not buying a home made link?
Please note:
This list is presented in no particular order.
I am not connected with these people in any way. I'm not responsible for any problems you may experience.
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          Region  | 
          Oregon, USA  | 
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          Name  | 
          Bruce Christensen  | 
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          Web Page  | |
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          Link Type(s)  | 
          Parallel  | 
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          Price  | 
          $12.95 US, shipping is free!  | 
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          Comments  | 
          The cables have an attractive gray cord, so your black TI-supplied link does not need to be cut. All links are tested twice before shipment to ensure high quality. When you order a cable, you gain access to a web site that contains software for your calculator (including link software and games), an online manual, troubleshooting information, and contact information. The links come with a 30-day money-back guarantee and free support. I ship to the United States, Canada, and Mexico for free. If you're Canadian or Mexican, I have the best deal around. For more information or to order, please see my web page.  | 
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          Region  | 
          Minnesota, USA  | 
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          Name  | 
          Tim Gerla  | 
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          Web Page  | |
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          Link Type(s)  | 
          Parallel  | 
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          Price  | 
          $9.65 + $1.50 S/H  | 
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          Comments  | 
          My links work with the TI-82, TI-83, TI-85, and the TI-92. I test every link before I send it, and I accept money orders or personal checks. I ship USPS, but I can arrange for Priority Mail and overseas orders. I do not have to cut your TI-TI cable for the link! I can send you a disk with link programs if you need it. Please send me an e-mail for more information and an order form. Click here for more information.  | 
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          Region  | 
          Sweeden  | 
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          Name  | 
          Rickard Dahlstedt  | 
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          Web Page  | |
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          Link Type(s)  | 
          Parallel (and more)  | 
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          Price  | 
          100 SEK (13 US$) + 20 SEK (3 US$) shipping  | 
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          Comments  | 
          Currently i sell the Parallel cable for 100 SEK (13 US$) + 20 SEK (3 US$) shipping, and i'm planning to build the Serial and maybe the conect-85.. and i'm selling stereo-speaker converter for about 30 SEK (4 US$) + 20 SEK (3 US$) shipping (of course only one shipping per package is paied) I'm also planning to build almost all stuff i get over for the TI(85)  | 
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          Region  | 
          South Dakota, USA  | 
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          Name  | 
          Andy Erickson  | 
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          Web Page  | 
          n/a  | 
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          Link Type(s)  | 
          Parallel  | 
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          Comments  | 
          $10  | 
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          I only charge $10.00 and all of my cables are pre-tested.
         Satisfaction guaranteed.  | 
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          Region  | 
          New Jersey, USA  | 
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          Name  | 
          Tony Lieuallen  | 
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          Web Page  | |
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          Link Type(s)  | 
          Parallel  | 
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          Comments  | 
          $10 plus $5 shipping. $3 discount if you send me the TI-TI link cable.  | 
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          I ship USPS express mail, so if you're out of the US then shipping will be more. Prepay is best for me, but we can work something out.  | 
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          Region  | 
          California "Bay area", USA  | 
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          Name  | 
          Alex  | 
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          Web Page  | |
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          Link Type(s)  | 
          Serial  | 
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          Price  | 
          $15  | 
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          Comments  | 
          2 dollars off if you send me your Ti to Ti link.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  | 
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          Region  | 
          Tennessee, USA  | 
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          Name  | 
          Lee Gentry  | 
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          Web Page  | |
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          Link Type(s)  | 
          Parallel  | 
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          Price  | 
          $15+$5 shipping  | 
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          Comments  | 
          My links are tested before shipment. They work with the 82,83,85,82. They have a long link cable. They are in a shielded metalized hood. They work in Dos. They include link cable, software, games, site links. If you send me your TI->TI link cord, ill take off $2. I buy link cables for $2.  | 
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          Region  | 
          Stockholm, Sweden  | 
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          Name  | 
          Jonas Alveström  | 
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          Web Page  | 
          N/A  | 
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          Link Type(s)  | 
          Parallel, Connect-85  | 
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          Price  | 
          Price: Parallel: 150 SKR Connect-85: 200 SKR + shipping  | 
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          Comments  | 
          E-mail me for questions or orders. Thanx  |