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Spread your business throughout. Everyone gains this way!!! Your LDS and yourself.
Have fun and enjoy!!!
Have fun and enjoy!!!
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There really isn't any particular standard for supporting a shop simply because it is the one you originally certify through. It may be convenient / optimal to contiue to work with that LDS, if the initial experience was positive. That happened for me, but it may not be the case for all.jimmyz19:I was just kind of wonder what the standard was for supporting your certifying shop.
Some excellent advice. You should pick a primary LDS on the basis of how well it fits your needs and interests. You have already replied to early posts that the goal is not just saving a buck or two, so this advice is even more relevant.$$ charge for air fills
do they have an associated dive club (if so attend next meeting of each)
do they do local diving
are they a "technical" dive shop (if you think that you may go that way)
brands of regulators they sell
list of upcoming training class times and dates.
are they associated with one particular dive boat or do they move around
do they have social events other than dive club meetings
can they suggest a good dive buddy for you -
pick one or two shops that are a good personal fit.
It's a business, so worry about what is best for you as the consumer.