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MDW - 1/05/2012 9:18 AM
Since you are near Philly, might I suggest you try NorthEast Scuba Supply in Norristown. They have really good pricing, numerous bulk-buy and closeout deals, a large supply of used gear, and a good service shop. They also have an online store (northeastscubasupply.com), so you can have the best of both worlds (order online for convenience or go to the shop for custom service and advice or to try things on before buying. They also have a pool outside the shop where you can test dive stuff.

Another good source not too far away is SCUBA Connection in Hillsborough, NJ. They also have an excellent selection, an indoor test pool, and an online store (diveseekers.com). Their pricing is a little higher and they don’t have much used gear, but everyone there is extremely knowledgeable and the service dept is top notch.

I’ve used both of these numerous times both online and in person (both about 60 miles from my home). I prefer either of these over the overpriced and understocked shop that’s 5 miles from my house. I definitely prefer either online to LeisurePro with its poor selection and horrendous return policies (and try going to their physical location in Manhattan and getting any kind of service).