Thread: Gear shopping - Local vs Offshore - I know...

I buy both locally and overseas. For overseas purchases I never trouble the local agent. For local purchases I pay more, and I expect the service and support that justifies the premium charged. Sometimes you find out the local agent is great - sometimes they are just unhelpful overpriced drop shippers. There are some big NZ retailers I prefer to avoid, especially when the same goods are significantly cheaper from overseas sellers - even more when they are on sale. Paid $200 for some boots that are north of $600 locally.

Originally Posted by Low box

I buy both locally and overseas. For overseas purchases I never trouble the local agent. For local purchases I pay more, and I expect the service and support that justifies the premium charged. Sometimes you find out the local agent is great - sometimes they are just unhelpful overpriced drop shippers. There are some big NZ retailers I prefer to avoid, especially when the same goods are significantly cheaper from overseas sellers - even more when they are on sale. Paid $200 for some boots that are north of $600 locally.

Yes agreed. If I get poor service from a local company I will never darken their doorway again.