I havent had a problem at Big Al's, their stock is usually pretty healthy and the people in the marine stock at least the few I deal with usually have some knowledge and are willing to help me, I dont care where I go I still quarantine for a day or two at least.
I have been to many a mom and pop shop, and stood there for 30 min waiting for someone to even say hello, that includes some that are on this list. I remember going to one, and I was planing on spending roughly 500 bucks on supplies, and no one said anything to me.....i walked out....and went to Big Al's within 5 min of stading infront of the counter I had two guys searching the back for a UV sterilizer.....and some other stuff.....on hardware and CERTAIN livestock they are hard to beat...however im still looking for a LFS home...