Unfortunately, the marina where I bought my boat is 45 minutes away, or I'd
be shopping there once a week for little stuff. The vast majority of what
they sell in their store is cheaper than at West Marine or Boat US. Their
only nearby competition is another marina a block away. I think the public
has been thoroughly trained to believe that specialty stores are more
expensive. Too bad.

"CaptMP" wrote in message
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Be advised that West Marine bought the BoatUS retail business a year or so
ago,
so it's really the same company. Here in The San Diego area, I always
found
the BoatUS staff were MUCH better versed (for the most part...always a
ding
ding in the crowd) then the West Marine clowns. In the old days.
Now it's just a K-MART for boats. Know what you need before going in the
door.
They are better at selling a new radar then a replacement raw water pump!
Mike