I haven't subscribed to any of the SF/F mags for many years, having tended to buy novels and anthologies instead ever since Omni died. So, a question for you all:

Taking into consideration that (1) I gravitate more towards SF than fantasy; (2) I prefer good treatment of character and story over painstakingly accurate science--I don't mind significantly suspending disbelief if I find the story and/or characters compelling; (3) I only want to pay for one subscription right now: Which ONE of the three "biggest" print mags (Analog, Asimov's, and F&SF) would be the first to go for, in your opinion?

Robert: I subscribed to RoF abotu a month before it flopped. They allowed us to change our sub to one of three different mags. They all sucked really but I chose Sci-Fi Magazine just because it looked better than the rest. It's terrible.

Worse still, RoF was bought and is being brought back to life but I don't think I can switch my sub back.

Generally, but not invariably, I start with F & SF. Not 'cause I fancy me chances there or that they pay more (I forget what they all pay)...but, the last several years, F & SF has the quickest turnaround time. You send it in, and two weeks later, you've got it back.