there really isint any wrong way to chose a bong, just go with your favorite colours, and what bowl size you think is approiate. When buying bongs, i consider how its going to hide well , is it going to break easy, and how hard is it to be getting the rez out later on ( im old fashioned, ive pereected the pin and bobby pin mode!, i dont use alchol or boil out my pipes, fuck that,) but neway, i definantly would shop around, because after you buy one , another one comes out thicker more vibrant colours, cheaper ect. so shop around and do some comparasons. oh and whats up with yuor local head shops, what made you turn to the net!?