Buzz wrote:
And while the consumer saves himself a few dollars, the local businessman, who lives in the community, who provides service and information with a smile, who would call you by name if you gave him the opportunity, goes out of business.
I would encourage you not to let this happen. Go to your local fly shop and spend some money. You will not break your bank account in doing so, but you will find that you make a friend who can provide much better service that any online company can or cares to.
Buzz
Buzz,
That's only a good idea if you want to have a Fly Shop in your local area. I have gone from three to one withing twenty miles, and the one left is fifteen miles. A lot of it is just what you describe.
I think you are correct!