Birkenmeier Sports Shop

2.4 mi

This is a very basic warehouse sale store, items have been put on display over a huge floor space…read more Apparels, sporting equipments, shoes, NY sport teams goods are available here. The discounts are real here, I have seen prices up to 75% reduced on some of the Nike and Adidas shorts. But the quality of products were not impressive to me. I saw some shorts that had holes in them. So much stuffs are shoved together in apparel sections, it is difficult to check them properly. Overall the store is clean and lots of associates are around to help. Checkout lanes are short and move fast.

PROS: For a warehouse this is great. Prices are good, everything is organized, and the workers were…read morefriendly. Loads of parking and hours are great CONS: they removed all the lids of the shoe boxes which isn't good if you are shopping for shoes. They said it was because they want customers to know the shoes are discounted....however, the fact that it's an outlet store that's self-explanatory enough OVERALL: I will definitely come back here since the prices are great, but just be prepared to not get a lid for the shoebox

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

This is a huge Dick's store located in Paramus on NJ-17 Northbound. Pretty for all of our sports…read moregoods shopping in person, we have to rely on this store. It has sporting goods for almost all popular American sports including fishing, camping, cycles, shoes, apparel, and equipments. It is very clean and tidying always. Our most recent visit to was to get T-ball bat, helmet, gloves, pants, bags and shoes. We found all items except the shoes. Was really happy with variety of brands, options and sizes that were available. All items were on display within the same area, so it was easy get one item after another. The prices were decent, comparable prices I saw online from places like Amazon. Multiple associates offered to help. One of them assisted us with getting access to fitting room. When we asked about T-ball shoes, there was a huge confusion among them, the question got relayed between four of associates in three different areas before we found they don't have it. LOL!! But the checkout process was fast and easy. Multiple registers were open, so line was moving quickly.

Place sucks. After spending well over $1000.00 at the Paramus store for my 2 grandkids the past…read morefew years, this is what occurred this morning...... My grandson's street hockey stick broke this morning during a game. I received a 20% discount coupon in an email a few days ago and called the store today and asked if I can use the coupon today because the coupon said it was for Feb 27 -Mar. 2. I was told emphatically "No"; that the store would Not accept the coupon and I would have to wait 6 days in order for it to be accepted. This after being a very good and loyal customer for several years. I will now order the stick though Amazon, pay less for it and have it here in 24-48 hours. Good-bye Dick's. Your Customer Service "sucks". Grandpa D.S.

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New Balance North Jersey

Terrific assortment, includes many past versions of popular styles…read more Knowledgeable Sales Staff Excellent customer service and great value.

after finally locating the new location we were surprised by the fact that the store was relocated…read moreto a warehouse. it was confusing at first to tell who we cold ask questions about the selections process. Ultimately, after trial and error we found the perfect sneaker for my husband's issues. The warehouse had a huge selection. We would encourage people who are looking for New Balance to definitely seek this store out.

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REI Paramus

I have been a long time customer of REI. I've ordered all sorts of equipment and supplies here and…read moreI highly recommend you become a member because it is much easier should you have any issues or need a return. Also members get some nice perks and fantastic discounts. My only complaint is you really should do all the research before making a purchase. Recently their Quality of tents has changed drastically which is sad for how much they cost. Customer service is usually great at this location; however busier days can affect staff availability. We recently shipped our rooftop cargo carrier here bc it was a great price and they help you remove the box and load it into your call or even install it. I recommend REI out of most of the outdoor stores in our area as their prices and policies are far superior.

I needed waterproof shoes for a trip and the salesperson was super helpful and patient since I had…read moreno idea what I wanted or needed Made a purchase ... over $100 so more than I normally would spend but they were good quality and hopefully my Merrells will last

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City Sports On 4

3.4

(7 reviews)

2.9 mi

Great training facility for adults and kids! All sports. I…read morehave been coming here for the past two decades. The owner is always on site. The staff is great, and the place is super clean Would highly recommend !

Very nice staff...but...major concerns regarding the ventilation system, bathrooms, and overall…read morecleanliness of the facility. CDC approved measures must be utilized and enforced in order for this environment to be considered safe.

StringTech Racquet Service

5.0

1.5 mi

Worth the travel to have my strings done by Will. Excellent service, quality and turn around time.read more

Will is absolutely the best stringer around. Super knowledgeable & more importantly patient enough…read moreto share his expertise. Shop also has the largest on premises racquet selection to be found in the tri-state area.

Road Runner Sports

Nate The Great did a fast and efficient job of selling me my new running shoes! Not only is he…read moreknowledgeable he's charming--a winning combination!

High-Pressure Sales Masquerading as Customer Service…read more My husband and I recently visited this store hoping to find sneakers that would help alleviate ongoing foot pain and support us in exercising comfortably. Unfortunately, what we hoped would be a supportive, personalized experience turned into an overwhelming, high-pressure sales operation that left us feeling more like sales targets than valued customers. From the moment we walked in, we were bombarded--literally four people greeted us at once, creating confusion rather than a warm welcome. No one clearly explained the process. Eventually, we were directed to sit and wait, then each paired with different salespeople. While both associates initially listened to our needs, the evaluation process was vague and unexplained. We were asked to stand on a scanning device--no one told us why. Then we were shown results on a screen, again with minimal context. It all felt like a performance rather than a personalized fitting. Things got increasingly uncomfortable when we were ushered to yet another station for custom inserts--without asking if we wanted them. When I expressed hesitation, I was told not to worry, that "everyone does it" and "you don't have to buy them." Yet suddenly we're trying on shoes with those inserts, and the pressure to buy them escalated quickly. At one point, my original salesperson vanished without a word and was replaced by someone else--no explanation given. This second person ramped up the hard sell with fist bumps, winks, and patronizing comments when I hesitated over how a shoe looked. Suddenly, a new pair appeared that was "more my style," and I was told, "I got your back." It felt manipulative. The kicker? The two salespeople actually fist-bumped and celebrated the sale in front of us--before we even agreed to anything. When we were finally brought to the counter, the pricing was still not clearly explained. Yet another person began upselling us on their VIP membership without telling us how much anything cost. To make things even more impersonal, a corporate rep from California was chatting with the staff as they were helping us--like we weren't even there. By the end, I did walk out with a pair of shoes that feels good on my feet (and that I like the look of, finally). But the process was so dehumanizing that I felt emotionally steamrolled. My husband had to order his sneakers online and is already planning to return them and let the store know exactly how he feels. We didn't feel served--we felt sold to. The aggressive tactics, the rotating cast of salespeople, the lack of transparency about pricing, and the overall vibe made it clear: this store prioritizes high-dollar transactions over human connection. We won't be back. And I sincerely hope others read this before walking in. Your feet may feel better, but your spirit might take a hit.

On Cloudrunner 2

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Brooks Ghost 14

Nike Factory Store - Paramus

This is the only Nike store in Bergen county. It is also an outlet store, so lots of inventory on…read moresale always. Huge number of shoes are also available at a discounted price. They have athletic clothing, shoes and accessories for men, women and kids. I use this location a lot for my online order returns. On weekdays lines are shorter. But on weekends and holiday season, lines get crazy long. They keep lots of counters open to checkout customers as fast as possible. Lots of associates are on the floor to keep the store tidy and help customers. Often I like to stroll in the store to check out some of the new inventories. But I haven't shopped from here much, usually I don't find the size or quality I look for Nike products.

Went back to Nike and this time the service was so slowwwwww... very slow billing .. took about…read more20-25 mins for billing .. wish they recruit more people for billing . As always the products are good and nice price ..

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Cosmic Wheel

I am happy with the attention to details by the whole team especially John who worked on the race…read morebike. The team welcomes you when you enter the shop and didn't attempt to upsell. John got the bike ready for the big race which helped us podium and finalize our win.

Great bike shop, good vibes and great service. I bought a road bike here, got to do a test ride,…read more and they fitted and adjusted it for me. Honest business!

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