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local vs online...
I don't have a problem with online buying but my local guy grins when he sees me walk in the door too. I buy a lot of gear from my local guy and the big ticket items (like those costly reels) he cuts me a real nice break so it is in-line with the onliners. He knows I can go elsewhere if the price is not reasonable.
While there is a place for both retailers, personally I have feel it is more important to support the local guy...why? Try getting local fishing info out of your online guy. I can't tell you how much "priceless" info I have gotten from my local guy which has led to some priceless days on the water for me and my family.
IMO, if you spend some time (and spend some coin) in the local shop...they will take care of you. (its more then just the lowest price)
But there are some things I know he will not carry or really doesn't want to get into so I will go online for that kind of speciality thing.
Before you guy online...just ask your local guy what can he do for you on such and such.
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