I have been rcing for a long time. 100% of the LHS I have been to through those years push product they have in stock. They try to come up with reasons why not to buy what you originally went for. 100% of those local hobby shops have attitudes/big heads, and their knowledge is limited to the little bubble they live in. I can write a book why I dont support the LHS's.

Towers and some other online hobby shops get my money. Its much easier to do business online. You get exaclty what you want with no hassle, and 9 times out of 10 you get it cheaper even with the shipping costs.