Originally Posted by SaddleBags
Went to the LBS and the only difference was about $30 for the two components. So I went ahead and had the LBS order them. Should be here by the weekend's ride(s). It's actually less than that if you factor in that I don't have to pay for shipping.
The shop owner didn't mind if I brought in components from mail order to have them installed, he knows that his prices can't touch some of the prices online.
Spunds like you might have a keeper there. My hat's off to you for not basing your decision on just the bottom line.