Posted by Stephane on June 22, 2001 at 16:44:59:
In Reply to: Re: You guys are really something posted by Tribes on June 22, 2001 at 10:23:44:
It is not a matter of $10.,
Check out the price of the Mares stuff on this site and that might help you change your mind.
Fins:
- Mares Avanti Quatro: $73 (Dive shops $139)
- Mares Avanti x3: $32 (Dive shops $109)
- Mares Volo: $100 (Dive shops $199)
Suits:
- Mares Isotherm: $250 (Dive shop $499)
HUBs:
- Mares MR16 orbiter + Nikos: $966
(Dive Shops >$2000)
...
I think you get the idea.
I know it is only Mares. Well it is the only brand that I have found common to them and the dive shops. I could not find a Dive shop carrying Beuchat around here (What a shame ... I like it ...)
So you might tell me that it is because Mares is an Italian Brand and that it is the reason why it is cheaper in Europe. So what ?!? If it is what I want I don't see why I would pay Double the price here ! I know being loyal to your dive shop is something important, but in my opinion it should go both ways ...
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