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    Big 5 Sporting Goods

    3.0 (34 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Khiry M.

    I'm writing this review because uive been to this store location several times in the past and i have had similar experiences. I'll say that not ALL of my experiences have been bad, but when it has been bad, the sole problem has been the customer service. i shop at Big 5 on a regular basis, in elk grove, in sacramento, in antioch (pittsburg), in brentwood, and lots of other locations also. i appreciate their selections of merchandise, and alot of times their pricing also. Most of the stores I patronize, you can tell there is an emphasis on customer service. Thats not the case at the Mack road location. It's almost like they are insulted that you are shopping there. Today I took part in their 1 day deal for ammo. They had a really good deal for defense ammo, so I initially went to the elk grove location. At elk grove, they had the 9mm ammo but they were out of the 45. ****as i am writing this, California is under a court order to NOT conduct any background checks for ammo purchases. The previous law, which was found to violate the constitution, has been struck down. I travel from elk grove to the mack road store, which is about 4 miles away. I walk in, no one greets me. I walk over to the ammo counter, there's no one there. My friend asks the cashier in the front if they didn't mind retrieving ammo for me. The clerk, named Ashanti, says no. Ashanti proceeds to say that the person authorized to sell ammo isnt working today. So I walked over, and mentioned to Ashanti that the CA ammo background check law has been struck down, and ammo can be purchased without a background check. Ashanti then states 'our store policy is that we have to have a background check for ammo." So I then reiterate, and I offer to show her the law on my phone. I said "as of this past wednesday, the law has been struck down." Ashanti then raises her voice and says, with attitude "AS OF FRIDAY WE DONT DO THAT". This situation is ouzzling to me because I JUST bought ammo at the elk grove store. Another employee named faith walks over, and she reiterates to me that EVEN THOUGH it's currently against the law (and second amendment) to deny an ammo sale, they are refusing to sell me ammo. Keep in mind that I have all my credentials and I am not a prohibted person. I was simply trying to take part in the one day sale in their ad. As I am getting ready to leave, a young man who works there (i didnt catch his name but hes african american, dark skin with nice wavy hair) asks me whats going on. I tell him. He offers to call the greenhaven store to see if they have the same ammo. On the call, the greenhaven store verifies that they aren't doing background checks at that location. I thank the gentleman for his service, and i exit the store. I was embarassed that Ashanti took that tone with me, especially while other customers were watching, and I was RIGHT. even if i was wrong, why would you advertise a product, have the product in stock, on a ONE DAY sale, and then have nobody on the premises who can sell the product??

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    Ida H.

    When it comes to sports, exercise and activity related equipment, this store first comes to mind. This business has been at this location and remained a strip mall anchor store for many years. I almost always find what I'm looking for in general. I'm not even athletic or active any more, but shopping here has always been a pleasant experience. It's fun to browse and see the latest products, clothing and foot wear. I've purchased some comfortable and fashionable pairs of sneakers over the years, especially when a sale is going on. The employees are friendly and ready to offer help. Even when my boyfriend couldn't find a specific replacement product that Big 5 once sold, the sales clerk had the knowledge about why it was no longer available and recommended a possible alternative. The alternative would not have been helpful in this situation, but I was impressed that we didn't get the "sorry, but we don't carry that anymore", brush off. There are a lot of competitive sporting goods stores out there that have come and gone, but I'm glad to see that this Big 5 remains a staple in my neighborhood! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvxY7o1U7pc

    Tay D.

    I really really really like this place.. whenever I can't find something I come straight to Big 5 because they always seem to hit the spot when others are empty or don't carry that particular item. I stand by this place because it has saved me so many times, LoL. Last trip was for South America and I needed a waterproof jacket and I couldn't find it anywhere.. not including online since it was last minute.. and what do you know. this place got it.. prices aren't that bad also.. sometimes if you go to their website they'll have coupons you can print out .. Yay !! I've live in SoCal and Vegas and there was always a Big 5 near..

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    Vincent was a great help! He reserved shoes at the Laguna Storewhen he couldn't locate the ones I wanted!

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    Decent selection prices same as website . Helpful staff for the most part . Overall good experience.

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    Prices are ok. I usually go when I have a coupon. People are willing to help you out. Good selection of fishing gear.

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    Her shift was almost over but not for a second did she ever make me feel rushed or like she was annoyed that we walked in last minute.

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