Helpful and knowledgeable staff. There is lot of useful stuff in the store and some of it can be…read morevery affordable too. I have tried lots of shoes in the store since there are lots of brands available.

I was on the app. For REI ready to order but I couldn't use my reward points on my purchase. So I…read morecalled REI & the service person was so helpful. The service person helped me on my purchase & gave me a lot of pointers too. The value was great too on my purchases. Would like to tell everyone to get on board with REI's credit card & get rewards on all purchases. Plus REI has all your needs for Biking,Hiking,Camping & Climbing too! Whatever you need for the outdoors they have it. Plus training classes for all outdoors stuff too. You'll enjoy the rewards once you get your card! So Enjoy

Rating: 5/5 Stars If you're heading to Sports Basement…read moreBerkeley to gear up for the season, do yourself a favor and ask for BRANDON C. I came in needing a full "head-to-toe" setup for winter sports, and Brandon provided the kind of elite, professional service that is rare to find. His technical knowledge of snowboards, skis, and bindings is extensive; he doesn't just know the specs, he understands how the gear actually performs on the mountain. What really stood out, however, was his approach. He took the time to listen to my specific needs and concerns, making me feel both seen and heard throughout the process. I walked out (after 2.5 hours that flew by) not only with the right equipment but with the confidence I needed to get back out there. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, I'd recommend Brandon C. to anyone. He's a true professional who knows his craft inside and out. Thank you again Brandon C and SB and NIN.

I came here specifically to leave a review for Brandon, and it's clear I'm not the only one who's…read morehad a great experience with him. Buying snowboard boots is usually a daunting process for me because of my wide feet, but Brandon made it easy. His knowledge of boot fit and foot shapes was incredible, and he patiently walked me through what would work and what wouldn't - no pressure, just genuinely helpful guidance. I ended up with a pair of K2 Maysis boots, took them up to the slopes this past week, and they were excellent. Best boot-buying experience I've had. To Sports Basement management: you've got a star on your hands. Take care of him. Five stars all around.

These guys are GOOD! Knowledgeable and generous with their time and the factors affecting fishing…read morein real time. Fair prices, good folks, nice selection. A real asset to the community

Better off going to bay tackle in Richmond / El Cerrito the selection not as…read more good as it used to be back in the day bait: grass shrimp frozen poor condition thawed and refrozen : pile worms dinky little things and mostly dead squid one box ok the other fell apart anchovies fell apart herring was ok won't be going back to Berkeley marina bait and tackle shop

Very unkind. Was looking forward to checking this place out after walking by many times looking at…read morethe bags in the window. First time stopping in with my child & my sister and we were not treated kindly at all. Will not return. Highly discourage others from supporting this business.

A ma and pa shop that is densely-packed with top name outdoor brands, and other smaller,…read morelesser-known brands too. Pricing was more than fair for everything. The shop owners are so sweet and helpful.

This shop is fantastic. I moved further away but drive over an hour for this place. Purchased two…read morepairs of boots at the shop over 15 years and each time it's a positive experience for a boot fitting (which takes a few hour). Bob was awesome and was really into his craft. The owner Greg swung by and found the pair I ended up going with. Love the appointment system versus first come first serve so they can spend enough dedicated time with you. Highly recommend!

I came in for a boot and boot fitting as my old boots were completely worn out (prior to the…read more'24/'25 season). I've gotten accustomed to skiing in pain over my 40+ years of skiing, and previous boot fittings never quite yielded the results i wanted. I have odd shaped feet - like a cartoon duck. narrow in the back and wide and square at the toes. high volume boots never quite fit right as they would still be narrow at the toes, but then way too loose in the back with a lot of heel lift. thermal liners never seemed to solve any of my problems. punches seemed to help, but never remove the problem. enter Paul. this man is a gift sent from the goddess Skadi. He assured me my feet weren't that far out of band, and proceeded to tweak the best fitting boot i've ever used. I can go a full day charging with minimal discomfort. i dont have to undo the buckles every lift ride up. i wanted to wait out the season before i gave a review as I wanted to see how well the results held up over several days, but the 5 stars is well warranted. i've decided to try learning telemark this season, and finding any boot has been extremely difficult. there are not many models, and even fewer stock of said models, whether used or new. but once i find a boot, you can be sure i'll be bringing it to Paul (who claims to have never fitted a telemark boot, but i'm going to convince him to give it a go).

Came during the holiday spectacular event happening outside. I dropped in right before closing and…read morewas greeted by Patty. I gave her a description of a dress I saw in the catalog and she instructed me to follow her up the steps. Got what I wanted and another style dress. Highly recommend this shop and awesome customer service by Patty.

A great woman's athleisure store for the active lady. Lots of great options for all body sizes…read more They even do custom bra fitting for the girls. The wife and daughters love their designs and materials.

Great service, knowledge and a friendly shop! Even made my wife comfortable with me spending too…read moremuch money :)

I walked in to Fish First in early August to ask what I'd need to get started fly fishing for…read moremountain trout. Four days later, I was catching brook trout in the Desolation Wilderness in the Sierra; two weeks later, the same thing, in the Trinity Alps! The guy I spoke with---whose name I don't remember, tragically---was extremely helpful and patient, never giving me the hard sell (even though I wanted to buy stuff!), showing me some of the basics, and directing me towards the right beginner gear (and a beginner instructional book) to buy.

This is a fun way to pass an hour--rowing a boat in Aquatic Park. It's easier than expected to get…read morethe boat moving, harder than expected to keep it moving. The boats are maintained (and possibly built) by young people at Waterside Workshops and basic but sturdy. The hour rental ($40 total with life vests included) was plenty enough to row from one end of the lagoon to the other and back, with a quick snack break. We are not skilled rowers, and it was fine. I would check the schedule ahead of time, especially during the off season. We went late in the afternoon and were the only ones on the water. Because of our inexperience, I was glad that we weren't sharing the water with any water skiers or a crew team. Just egrets, pelicans, and cormorants.

We had a truly excellent experience at waterside yesterday. We went to get our 11yo a bike for…read moretheir birthday. Tobe helped us out and he was so patient, knowledgeable, and good with kids. We ended up getting a used Novara model called the Tractor, and our kid decided to call their bike "Tobe the Tractor." Thanks so much for all the work you all do for the community, the inclusive and welcoming environment, and for the wonderful experience in picking a new bike! We will be back for future bikes, service, and open workshops!