I`m glad to see I was able to stoke a fire here. At least we all have something to discuss and ponder. I`m sure your post wasn`t directed at us... because we often not only match Leisurepro - we routinely beat it... and as for training programs, we`re leading the pack. The original post was to primarily enlighten all the people out there who routinely pay insane dive shop prices - some as much as double the online prices. There is a shop within one hour of ours that routninely charges $110 for a mask we sell for $54.95 - matching the Leisurepro price. Yes, on occassion due to manufacturer restrictions it is impossible for us to match Leisurepro pricing - but that is generally on small items such as mask straps and other accessories. Of course as the first responder noted... our higher prices are still cheaper than buying it at Leisurepro and paying the shipping. This post was directed at new divers - and I stand behind the statement that 20% above Leisurepro is more than fair... because often (depending upon what you`re buying,) the 20% is about what the shipping costs to get the item to you, in addition to getting the manufacturers warranty. We have an online presence as well... and if your LDS has an online presence - you know that their prices don`t come cose to Leisurepros either. You can call and get a better price... you can walk in and get a better price... but you can not click and get a better price. The advertised price is controlled by the manufacturer... and if it`s not - you have no warranty on your goods... other than what the Dive Shop selling it to you provides. So educate yourselves on fact - not fiction... then decide wher to spend your money. That`s what the post is about... and again, we thank you for your support. Happy Diving.