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zuegma
May 10, 2006, 7:12 PM
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so far all of my gear purchases have been from climbing stores. I was just wondering how safe it is to buy gear such as carabiners, nuts, hexs, cams, and slings off of internet sites. i mean you can't check the gear before you get it or anything. although if you think that the internet sites are reliable enough to purchase gear off of could you please list some trustworthy sites
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jakedatc
May 10, 2006, 7:19 PM
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well climbing stores with online stores are fine REI, EMS, MEC, Rock & Snow
Gearexpress.com
TradRack.com
Mgear.com
are a few very reliable online stores with good customer service. You'll get what you order or they will fix it quickly
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gordo
May 10, 2006, 8:20 PM
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I've been using GearExpress for years. Not just internet, they are great to chat with on the phone and they will get you stuff not on thier site. Price matching too, I shop around other places if GX doesn't have it, then email a link to the other site. They have always matched price and got the gear for me. Most stuff sent same day too!!
Also, if you need guidance, like "what do I need to do this??" They will be fair and not try to sell you the highest priced stuff.
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rhythm164
May 11, 2006, 1:29 PM
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If you stick with a reputable online outfitter, there's not reason to be concerned. Yea, it's nice to be able to hold that cam in your hand before you throw cash down for it, but if you order it and there's something fishy about it, call their customer service, they'll probably help you out.
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domx
May 16, 2006, 7:19 PM
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Anyone using pagangear.com ? I am looking for review on their CAM
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craghag
May 16, 2006, 7:35 PM
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[quote="gordo"]I've been using GearExpress for years. Not just internet, they are great to chat with on the phone and they will get you stuff not on thier site. Price matching too, I shop around other places if GX doesn't have it, then email a link to the other site. They have always matched price and got the gear for me. Most stuff sent same day too!!
Also, if you need guidance, like "what do I need to do this??" They will be fair and not try to sell you the highest priced stuff.
Ditto on GearExpress. Never had a bad experience with them.
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