I normally use the big boys (Bass Pro, Cabelas) catalogs to look at or to research what I will be needing or wanting for the year. I mostly buy from a mom and pop outfitter, I hardly ever buy online or got to the Bass Pro that is in my area. If I am in the area of the BPS I will stop in and window shop and may buy something that catches my eye. I see a lot of stuff on the hunting shows that I watch and will look into them if it interests me. I bought a Hunters Saftey System because of a hunting show that I watched. I ordered it the very next day.

Hope this helps you some.