Last year I got very good prices from Cabelas sporting goods stores.
Their prices
on a dock ladder and outboard assist bracket were way below what West
Marine
was charging. You can find them at:
http://www.cabela.com/
They have an extensive general catalog of fishing gear, boating gear,
etc., and a
specialized catalog just on boating. I would not classify them as a full
service
boat supply house, but they are worth checking out. In my location just
north of Chicago, I am surrounded with West Marine stores. All the
independent yacht stores have disappeared. The closest competitor is a
Boater's World not convenient for me to get to.


Sherwin D.

wrote:

I am looking for a place to purchase sailboat hardware/accessories at
the best price. Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Cate