Leisurepro

[HamsterHuey]

I have bought numerous stuff from them. Recently, I bought a PC interface by Suunto from them. They had old software in it that wouldn't work with my system. When I contacted Suunto, they said sorry, LP is not authorized to sell their products and as such, Suunto could not warrant the product.

Every few months, some troll comes on and starts a LeisurePro thread. It's the best way to get attention.

Anyway...

I live overseas, and I buy from LeisurePro all the time, because I can get a greater variety of gear than the LDS carries, since they only buy from certain brands. Research what you want, then buy from LP. I wouldn't suggest researching at your LDS, but then again, I've met LDS employees that knew less than I did, and I know relatively little.

My LDS charges $150 more for the watch I'm wearing right now than LP. I guess that's for the expert advice on how to tell time. Got a discounted dive computer from my LDS, because it was both a display model and used. So, LDSs do the used resale thing as well.

As for Allison...I bought a downloader from LP for my Suunto mosquito. It had old software. So I did something crazy. I went to the Suunto site, and downloaded the updated software for free. Suggest you do the same. The internet...it's not just for breakfast anymore!

 

[Former FLL Now MSP Diver]

id like to post that i did recieve a call from the general manager at leisurepro regarding the service i recieved and he apoligized for the customer service rep saying that i could not talk to him or that he was to big. He did answer my questions and presented the options to me in a very professional maner. He did not have to get back with me but made a point to do so and i appreciated it. ...JD

So do they still have lousy service and are you still boycotting them?

Marc

 

[Ted S]

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[J75]

I've made several purchases from LeisurePro in the past, mostly non life-supporting products (slates, lights, gloves, hoods, etc.), and have had no problem with them. My most recent purchase was over $1,000 and included a new BC (it was last year's model and I was unable to find it in any of my LDSs) and over 60 lbs. of weights for me and a few buddies.

My shipping total for 3 day UPS was about $50. Considering that I probably saved about $300 on my purchase, I couldn't complain. I have returned items in the past that didn't fit the way I had hoped, or I realized that I didn't need after I got it. My returns were credited within about a week (I used a credit card, not a check or debit card).

I would still advise making your reg, octopus, computer, and BC purchases from your LDS so that you have the advice, warranty, set up and service that only they can provide. But for everything else, you can save a small fortune by going through LeisurePro or other mail order services.

 

[Bubble Blower 479]

I just visited with an lds that I have supported over the last 2 years. I have really liked them and they have treated me very well. They told me that their number 1 money maker was from Mask Fins and Snorkle. If you want your LDS to be around to fill your tank, you might want to keep them profitable. The above mentioned shop is trying to stay in business, but too many of their students buy off the Internet before they sign up for the course. It's too bad that the shop that makes the biggest effort to support divers is the one that might have to close.

 

[ghostman]

I've been buying from LeisurePro for about 5 years and never had a problem. BC, tanks, and accessories all for a great price. I'm real happy with them, sorry things didn't work out for you.

I was think to buy leisurepro ranger bc and what do you think on there bc :06: