I'm starting a new paladin and I'm a little concerned about which professions I should choose. My main is a mage and I know that with him, leveling tailoring was pretty much a required undertaking. The epic tailoring sets are really fantastic and last for some time at level 70. I was wondering if blacksmithing is the same way for paladins. Does the epic gear made through blacksmithing shine like epic tailoring gear does for mages (and other casters)?
I've really been wanting to level engineering (those flying mounts are my favorite in the game) but I'm not willing to lose out on important gear at 70, if it is indeed that important, for the sake of a mount.
Thanks in advance for any info/advice you can give me. (I'm looking forward to this!)