T&T: West Marine 2009 catalog

[David Hart]

While in the West Marine store yesterday I picked up the 2009 catalog. It is noticeably thinner then the old ones. It is about 600 pages less. Also a spot check of prices shows they have gone up between 5 and 10% not bad for a place that is already tremendously overpriced. I discussed this with the store employee and was told they have a new CEO. With these price increases he may be the last CEO they will need.
Recently I needed some wax. West was $30 per can Defender was $16 and a quick Google check took me to Amazon where it was $15. 
I told the store employee I expect to pay more for the overhead and convenience of a brick and mortar store but the catalog prices are absolutely ridiculous. I have no idea how the company is doing and I would hate to see them go under but they are ridiculous.
I asked about Port Supply but was told you have to apply and be accepted and it is only for businesses. 

Dave Hart
44' Island Gypsy
Lake Ontario