I think once you get to a high level there are connections opened up to you along the way through networking with other high level poeple. My buddy who has a good shot at getting his pro card got a connection to a guy who sells only to high level amateurs and pros and he has people working for him in different parts of the country, similar to big sources here on eroids. His prices are about what we get here on eroids too. I'm sure there are plenty of connections out there.similar to that. I'm also sure there are plenty of sources willing to cater to, and give free stuff to the pros. Basically what I'm trying to say is that there's probably no one cookie cutter way pros get their gear. I'm sure they've made various connections over the years.