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Chris · 03-11-2002, 09:47 AM,

Good question, and a hot topic at that! Well, honestly I'd have to say if you have to try it on you should buy it at your LDS. Pretty much any item under $50 (LDS price) I'll try to buy locally, but there's always exceptions. I guess if I can get it shipped to my door for less than the LDS then I will. I tried the whole loyalty thing and the only one that got hurt was me. It's my money, my purchase and my decision... if someone wants my business they'll have to earn it. FantaSea Scuba seems to be as competitive as any LDS around and in some cases pretty comparable to online prices. Could I have saved money buying everything online, of course. Would I have the knowledge I have now? Maybe, maybe not. This is a tough subject, but one I have changed my mind about 180 degrees since I started buying gear. In one sentence... If I can save money, I will. But money isn't the only consideration I'll have when comparing. The LDS has a lot more to offer than an online store.