Sounds like something your pro shop guy said just to get you to buy things from him. But, if his prices are worth it and he's a good driller, you should get stuff from him anyways. Many will say the extra cost you pay, goes towards person-to-person help, discussion and things like that. But if you see a discontinued ball or something online that you really want, don't feel bad about getting it. Oh yeah, and if you buy a ball online, get it drilled at your local shop, since it's not like online stores can measure your hand, pitches, discuss with you about the ball, etc.
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- Andy
Brunswick...........'nuff said.