some stuff (VERY LITTLE, due to insanely high pricing) is bought locally, most of my gear is bought online from the states. Pretty sad when i can get gear cheaper from the States, even with duties and exchange to CDN $$ than i can from the local arb store here in Canada...
examples:
- Arborplex 1/2" x 120' USD $64 from Baileys, VS $165 CDN from local store.
- Bashlin X saddle USD $220 - $245, VS CDN $545 from local store
- Petzl Fixe pulley USD$18 - 22, VS CDN $55 from local store
- Zing it throwline 150' USD $15 - 20, VS CDN $55 from local store
sorry to the local arborist supply stores, but i'm not filthy rich or do i have a dumptruck full of money everytime i need a new rope or whatever......seriously, for the price of 150' of 1/2" arborplex from the local store, i can get an entire 600' spool of the same rope for the same price, with shipping and duties included, from the States.
Baileys has my vote, FAST shipping, great customer service and great prices and specials.
:rockn:
EDIT: when it comes to chainsaw service and parts, i support my local Husky dealer. hands down.