I love this store. The people in this store were wonderful to work with, super friendly and…read morehelpful. The best brands and great selection. I wish they were close to Wilmington we would go all the time.

This shop used to be my guy's favorite shop when he lived in the area…read more It was my first time into a mountain sports shop, so while my guy and one of the staff talked and apparently reminisced, I looked at the photos, at the merchandise and everything inside. There is SO much stuff to look at. There are so many different levels of gear. For me it was overwhelming.

Chaulk up another point on the Score Board for REI's Bike shop!! This is my second review of the…read morebike shop and im very pleased to offer another glowing review. I cant remember the mechanic's name that looked at my bike today. But i think it starts with a "J". Anyways, I"ll call him bottom bracket guy. I went afraid i might have to replace my bottom bracket (Expensive replacement) because there was alot of lateral wiggle in it. Another mechanic days earlier at REI, after just explaining the issue, bet it was just loose and may not need replacing. With high hopes of loose, Bottom Bracket Guy put it on the stand, and witha pull this way and a tug that-a-way, he looked at me said..."yup, it loose". And with that, whiped out a magic tool and with a turn this-a-way, and a twist that-a-way, my bottom bracket was fixed and the day was saved!! Some places would've told me it was broke and needed a new one which wouldve broken my bottom bracket!! Anyhow, an estatic thank you and again wonderful, honest service.

I love this REI store! I went there today needing to restring my tent poles. I had watched the…read morevideos, but felt very apprehensive to do it on my own. Andre showed me how to do it and helped me when I got stuck. I feel so empowered having mostly done it by myself (with a lot of help and encouragement from Andre). Thank you!

Love this store. It used to be near earthfare but they have since moved locations. And snazzed it…read moreup. This location is a bit touristy for me but the store is a s clean, organized and friendly as always. They have taken the hardcore outdoor gear supplies down a knotch or two to make space for the things downtown visitors would live (in my opinion) as they have many more candles and stickers. They still have a decent shoe collection, quality clothing and some nice basic camping and glamping supplies. They also carry jewelry and other Knick knacks. People working are always super friendly.

I was looking for some water shoes so I could go chasing some waterfalls while I was in the…read moreAsheville area and came across this store while walking down the street. I thought I would see if they had any deals and the helpful lady pointed me toward some Keen shoes that were 40% off! I got the last pair and saved $40 so I cannot complain. The store had a lot of merchandise for your outdoor needs and the team working there was friendly and helpful. I am a fan.

Always love checking out Mast General Stores! This one is a two story store with so many wonderful…read morethings to look at. One nice perk of this location is that it offers one of the only public restrooms available in downtown Asheville. The staff were very kind and the store was looking great.

I love a general store, and Mast General Store is a good one. They've amassed so many goods -- and…read moreit's on two levels. There's clothing, decorations, foodstuffs, barrels of candy, toys, souvenirs... I spent so much time on the first floor I didn't even go down to the lower level so I have no idea what's even down there. I even bought some clothes -- what I will now refer to as my Pioneer Woman outfit -- totally not my style but so soft and comfortable. Bring the whole family -- the kids will enjoy the large toy and candy section -- and I didn't even look at the large Mast-branded jams, jellies and jarred food section because I wouldn't be able to fit them in my suitcase. Definitely make this a stop on your AVL trip.

My husband packed for our trip to black mountain in a rush and forgot to put his shorts in his bag…read more I'm sure they are sitting on our bed back in Charlotte, meanwhile it's in the 80s in Black Mountain this week. On a recommendation from our super nice server at The Open Oven restaurant, we stopped in to Take a Hike to grad a pair from him. We we happy to see that they allow pets/dogs in the store so that one of us wasn't stuck in the car with the pups. The store has tons of great clothes, shoes, socks and other supplies you might want for hiking. Big names like Prana, North Face, Patagonia etc. He got a pair of shorts from the clearance section and I found a handy Kavu sling purse. Win-win

Great local outdoor store. Love shopping local and how chill this place is…read more Upon entering, staff always greet you. Small town feels. There is typically plenty of parking in the lot or nearby. Standard small town hours. The shop is clean and organized. They have a good sampling of outdoor gear. Lots of seasonal clothing, some camping gear and backpacks and some Knick knacks such as hydration tabs and stickers. There is a sale rack in back. Everything is very pricy as goes with outdoor gear shops especially small ones. I would still argue that it's pretty similar to the standard- not more expensive than REI or the like. I'd definitely recommend this place for a stop in. They have a nice curated selection. Plus it's always the season for a fun new outdoor toy to inspire you to get outside ;)

Had a great experience at Second Gear. Found a great pair of hiking pants, a belt, a name-brand…read morewaist pack, and MTB shoes in good condition. The MTB shoes were priced about half retail price. Huge selection and easier than buying used online!

I brought in some gear to sell, and I expected that they might not accept an item or two. That…read moreturned out to be the case, which was no problem. The part that made me want to leave two-star review was the way I was told that my gear wouldn't be accepted. The person who was doing intake told me "We don't accept trashy or tactical gear". None of the gear was tactical, we're talking Better Sweater from Patagonia here. Trashy seems a little extreme an adjective to describe someone's consignment gear. Felt like a too-cool-for-you vibe. We're in LA here right?

A great place to find new/used gear (biking, camping, hiking, etc.) for a good price. The staff are…read morevery friendly which makes for a pleasant experience.

Great store for outdoor gear, shoes, clothing, and bikes! Super friendly and knowledgeable. Very…read moreneat, organized and well stocked. Great selection of bikes. They also do bike repairs. A must stop when in town.

Picked up everything I needed for my kid to enjoy his fishing trip in one stop. He slayed 'em, and…read moreit didn't "completely" break the bank to acquire mid-range rods and reels with premium Panther Martin tackle, a premium Plano backpack tackle box, and just a couple accessories.

We visited this Sportsman Warehouse yesterday while we were visiting the Tanger Outlets because…read morethey were co-located. The store is huge and offers anything you can imagine for the outdoors person. From hunting to camping, they have it all.

Super friendly staff, outdoor space, and affordable drinks. Sometimes if you're lucky, there's even…read morelive music. Oh, and water. But honestly it's the French broad so that's a little questionable. Have not tried their actual guided tours or equipment rental. I can't believe I've been to hominy creek so many times and had no idea this place existed. What an oasis. Especially for summer months. On the weekends, it gets pretty busy with happy dogs and kids. They have their own food truck and they had some live music on Saturday. The food truck people were super nice, and they had a ton of vegetarian and vegan options. The bar has a lot of options for beer. Non-beer drinkers too. Surprising number for a small little shack. Lots of picnic tables to sit at and enjoy the weather. Little beach area and all within walking distance. Parking can get a little rough so be mindful.

Great people here that will take care of your outdoor needs and where rental equipment is available…read morefor outdoor activities. Asheville is a fave of mine for food, beer and outdoorsy fun. French Broad Outfitters has you covered whether its hiking, tubing, or kayaking. Super helpful staff too! My family rented kayaks for the day and set out for the French Broad River. Staff took us by bus to our site to begin our roughly two hour adventure. You finish where you start. That's easier said than done if the river is running fast. Again staff is there to help all the way. I would do this again and highly recommend.

Really love the all cotton options here. They can be hard to come by. The woman working was very…read morefriendly and helpful and didn't push us purchase anything. They have quite a variety of cute outfits and really loved the vibe of this place.

Spiritex is a local store that always has something fun and different. T-shirts are hard to resist…read moreand most will either make you think or laugh. Dresses and skirts are cute and the baby clothes are a must if you're looking for a special gift! They are a little pricey but remember the clothes aren't a one season purchase, they last. Recommend stopping by if you're in town!