We heart Big Island Running Co!…read more We visit Kona for Ironman race week and naturally have lots of running needs that week. We stopped in the main store (tucked back off Ali'i Drive behind Haven Coffee) and the pop-up. Purchased New Balance and Hoka running sneakers, hats, and a few pairs of Goodr sunglasses (if you haven't tried these sunnies, they are cute, comfortable, durable, and so reasonably priced at $25-$35/pair...and they are polarized!). On previous visits I've purchased running clothes (love their RUN BIG shirts/hats), a running belt, and chews for my long runs. Clothes, shoes, accessories, nutrition...they've got you covered! Friendly and knowledgeable service, well-stocked store, convenient location in downtown. Run, don't walk, to Big Island Running Co for all your running needs!

The service was good. I was able to get my feet sized and find a comfortable shoe. I was…read morenecessarily happy with the color option or the fact that there wasn't a lot of shoes to choose from in store. But overall the New Balance was a good fit and stopped my achy feet while I ran. Definitely money well spent.

I walked in to buy some Crocs for my son since this seemed to be the closest store to me. I had…read moreparked outside so when I walked in, I asked if I could get my parking validated. Employee said she didnt validate parking. I inquired as to how I was able to purchase Crocs if I coulnt park. She said I could validate at ABC. I asked if I had to buy something over there and she said she didnt know. Again I said I didnt understand how I could buy crocs if I couldn't park. She stood up and started coming at me and asked why I was "escalating things"....I wasn't I was simply trying to figure out how I could buy crocs without getting my vehicle ticketed. Needless to say, I'll be buying crocs elsewhere! Do not recommend!

Not happy with experience as the Crocs my son purchased a week ago had the soles fall off from…read morenormal use and the merchant refused to attempt to help address the recently purchased merchandise they sold.

Great selection of fins but guy who works there always acts a defensive and you feel like you're…read morebothering him when asking for a size or question. Not sure what that's about but great stuff in the store

always very helpful with helping me pick out boards and accessories. love how he supports local…read moresmall businesses also.

I decided to stop here to find any souvenirs from Kailua-Kona Hi because ABC has a chain of stores…read morein Hawaii and this one did not have not one Item here. I'm so glad I did because this is a small Independent mom & pop store that carry a large variety of Kona souvenirs here, with great selections like caps, hats, clothings, shirts, mugs, magnets, also they specialize in unique Iron man equipment plus lots of gifts. This is a very cute shop with nice and friendly owner that I did have a few nice conversation with both of them, I just wish I would have shop here first.

Great product and staff . it's been a while since my last visit but other testimonies say the same…read morething.

Ok, I have to admit that I keep coming because my daughter shares the same name as this store…read more But every time I enter, I'm pleasantly surprised with their selection. Compared to the dozen other shops that sell a hundred souvenir "Hawaii" t-shirts on this street, Kailani Surf Co. sells locally-designed, sometimes handmade, surf apparel and other fun things. Now that they've moved across the street, it seems like they've changed their style slightly, less "Kailani" branded stuff and offer smoothies and snacks. Besides clothes, they also offer beautifully-made wooden skateboard decks, made by the owner's husband and stuffed ocean animals and beanies, hand knitted by the owner's college student daughter. I also spotted organic sunscreen, and these awfully cute Brazilian bikini pieces that are reversible and can be worn as a top or bottom. I can see myself coming back here at the end of my trip with whatever money I still have left and doing some damage before returning back to the mainland!

The service is spectacular, and their frozen desserts even better! A must if you're in Kona. Be…read moreprepared to make multiple visits in one day. Best of all, it's healthy!

Had a phenomenal class with Scarlett! She was very accommodating to those who didn't have a lot of…read moreYoga experience. She also sells lululemon clothing which is a bonus. Finally a place that has it! Can't wait to get a massage here too. I will definitely come back!

I had a great oceanside massage with Evita and the boutique carries a cute variety of yoga clothes…read moreand locally made jewelry. Love this boutique/spa/yoga studio!

I have shopped at famous footwear on many occasions. Every time I come in there , they are friendly…read moreand helpful. I never have trouble getting someone to help me, in fact , normally they ask me if I need help before I need it. There is someone always at the register. I always recommend my friends and family to shop here. They have a sale rack and I've gotten some great half price deals there on more than one occasion. I bought some sweet black Nikes for work a while ago. experience! Great Job guys!

Great customer service and we ended up with 2 pairs of quality brand name shoes for $60.read more

This Target is so terrible I feel I must wait. Firstly, my Donor's Choose TV... I had to buy a TV…read morethrough Target because no one would ship a 75" TV to my classroom. It was a donation from the Benioff's to DOE and it takes a ton of work to do the requests. No one would ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever,e ver, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever answer the phone to check stock. I tried to pick it up at the store. I live an hour and 10 minutes away. Order cancelled because, although the website said it was there, it wasn't, so the system cancels but did not notify anyone at Donor's Choose or me. THIS HAPPENED FOUR TIMES, FOUR DRIVES TO KONA AT $40 A POP. I spoke with two floor and one customer service manager and those ding dongs absolutely would not hold the PAID FOR TV until I came to get it because I had already spent $160 of my money, not my school's to pick it up. They just could not figure it out, It took me over an hour to get a store manager to agree to keep his eye out and then put it in his office so it wouldn't get sold. That never happened. It was in the back with all of the other stuff in the back. Luckily, I came back the next day, so $200 in gas. Such a ghetto organization. Shameful how poor the customer service is. It is so embarrasing because people from other places that understand how customer service works come to Kona and get to experience how stupid people are..... And another thing- I never buy food at Target because it is always expired. I happened to pick up a bag of popcorn on sale because I was hungry- Expired again and I didn't notice until half the bag was gone. Target, you should replace your managers and service people. They have failed miserably. No one should have to endure such stupidity. I already cancelled my card and I am boycotting due to your cancellation of Diversity and Equality, but people still gotta know that you are feeding them old, expired food.

It's your typical target. What I came In for was one of…read morethose waterproof phone cases that hang around your neck and they had it. They also have a huge swim section. Any color and types of swimsuits you can imagine.

It has been a long time since I've had such a terrible retail experience…read more.. I've been coming to this store for years and the product is fantastic. The selection is great, but year in and year out, the service gets worse and worse. This time was, the worst it has ever been... The doors were locked even though it was prime open hours (about 4pm). I saw half a dozen customers come to the store and be turned away because the doors were locked. I actually spoke with one the customers, and he said he had been checked the door several times in the past 15 minutes. I called the store, and only then did the girl materialize after about 15 minutes of waiting, and unlock the doors. While in the store, the sales girl made no attempt at helping us with finding product, selecting a size, etc. She made no attempt in any way to be helpful. It was truly amazing. My partner and I could not believe it. This girl was dead inside, and almost ruined a perfect day. I will say that Rip Curl really has to do better and their employee selection. Rip Curl makes wonderful items, and this store is a regular stop for me; they need to find better retail associates. Please! Be warned... Be careful... Parking is great. Store is generally clean, and this day it was full of boxes around the counter.

I was in for a treat when I walked into Rip Curl Surf Center. Right when I walked in I was greeted…read morewith a sweet young tall boy. He was kind enough to help me get to the top rack and search for something I needed for my son! I'll be back again! Thank you!

Closing their doors permanently. I think they have filed…read morefor bankruptcy. Closing in Tucson Arizona too. Did get a nice hooded windbreaker for my husband.

I would absolutely recommend this business!! Tiare was so amazing & I am so grateful for all her…read morehelp! Not only was she kind to everyone that walked into the store, she sold other items to me that I wasn't planning on getting. She knew a lot about the make, design, and Hawaiian culture that made me not want to leave the store without those items. My shorts went missing the same day earlier at the pool and she just completely my day! I was so happy I called my friend and now I am going back tomorrow to buy them a few shirts that can only be found here also. A little bit of kindness can go a long way. I'm very grateful for this experience. Mahalo Tiare!