I dont have a pro shop close to me. Its always a drive to get my materials. So I do everything myself. As long as I can get my materials, I dont have any problems. I do eveything to my bow. I order my strings from the company, replace them myself. I do the whole set up. I dont see a need for a pro shop... Generally when I do go to a pro shop they make you feel like an outsider. They are always standing around with their buddys and act like your an idiot. I might do more business with them if they didnt act like Im an intruder. I for one dont need their help. I know just as much as they do. Especially about my own equipment. I have even been thinking about buying a new bow. Last time I was at a pro shop and started looking at bows they wanted to shove the high priced name brands down my throat. I will get what I feel comfortable with. anyway now I rambling. heheehhe I dont need a pro shop bottom line...