Len I am glad you asked. I have four stores near me that sell bows & one pro shop.
The 4-stores that sell bows are the worst in the world! They have people working there that know very little about the products they are selling. They are not qualified to sell you a bow that fits you. They just try to sell you the "latest & greatest" bow on the rack. I never buy anything from them becase they have not earned my business. I would not trust them to re-sting my Nike's, Little own a bow.[:@]

Lucky for me the only pro shop near me is just that a PRO SHOP. I like the pro because he will help anyone that walks thru the door. He told me he likes to help people get started on the right foot. His prices are a little higher than the discount stores.
Example: This happened last fall right before hunting season. I was standing near the counter when a person left the store because the prices were too high? The person told me I could buy things cheaper up the street. I told him, I buy things here for service after the sale. The pro did not know what to say? I told the pro I knew his prices were higher that the big discount stores. I also told him, I only buy products at his shop because of his great service. He provides great service before, during & after the sale. What else could I say? I do buy everything there, I do my part to keep the light bill paid. This year alone I have spent close to $2,200 in his shop. Before hunting season in September, I am sure I will spend $800 to $1,000 more dollars in his shop.