I agree that all of those play a part in the price increase. However, it still feels like the biggest issue is supply and demand, due to a major supplier falling apart for a bit. This isn't a simple inflation price increase, this is a massive jump, in a very short period of time. But, I think the proof is in the availability. Try to order what you want right now, and good luck. I had to order from to different places, because no one has enough to go around.
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Brian Suter

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