This is more of a review of Marmot than of Fontana Sports. I bought my first Marmot down jacket…read morehere, and it lasted almost twenty years before the zipper broke. It kept me so warm and toasty in the brutal upper Midwest winters. I discovered the Marmot brand here in the 1990s. Back in the 1990s, Patagonia was not considered as "technical" and as bougie as Marmot and The North Face. Arcteryx either didn't exist or was an obscure brand almost thirty years ago. Now, Patagonia and Arcteryx are off-the-charts insanely priced. Marmot and The North Face are considered "value" brands. In any case, I still buy Marmot; it's better quality and far better value than Patagonia because: 1. Higher down fill power and 2. Higher down fill weight I recently bought a 700-fill down parka from Marmot with 220 grams of down for far less money than a 600-fill down parka with 150 grams of down from Patagonia. I was cold in the Patagonia parka, and it was horribly expensive. I had to return. I also bought coats from Eddie Bauer and from L.L. Bean. Nowhere nearly as warm as Marmot. The Marmot down parka that I recently bought is called the Montreaux Coat, and I've yet to find a warmer coat at such a great price point. It hits my knee, although it's supposed to hit my calf, so that's a bit misleading on their website. It's closer to parka length than coat length. I like that when the zipper broke after almost twenty years of owning my first Marmot down jacket, I called Marmot's Customer Service, they sent me a shipping label, and they said that they would gladly repair the zipper for me, for free. When they couldn't repair the zipper, they just sent me a new Marmot down jacket. So, I wore that complimentary replacement jacket for another ten years before finally buying the Montreaux coat this year almost thirty years after buying my first Marmot down jacket from Fontana Sports.

i still miss the west side store! Every day!!!!! Wonderful store! Ski tuning was wonderful!read more

We make a stop at Bucky's Locker Room every time we visit Madison. I assume most locals know this…read morebut you can actually go out into the stadium about 15-20 feet near the field. It's gated but my kiddo loves being able to see "Bucky's House!" Cool tip for out of towners. Prices are expensive, nothing like a $30 shirt and $75 jacket but what do you expect. Maybe not the best place to buy economical fan gear but they do have a nice, quality selection! The clearance rack has served me well! Very clean spot to shop around or see the field. Customer service is always friendly. No doubt we will come back as we can!

Good selection and cool view if Camp Randall Stadium.read more

This is a great place to spend your fun money. The shop has everything you need to get on A piece…read moreof wood. If you're looking for kicks they got them if you're looking for a board they got them if you're looking for bearings they got them looking for wheels they got them looking for skate vids they got them if you're looking for miscellaneous skate swag they got them

This shop is INCREDIBLE! Each time I've been in the shop, the staff has been amazing, educated, and…read morewill answer any question. They hooked me up with awesome deals and made sure I got the best equipment for my specific set up. I'm a newer skater, and I was always afraid and intimidated by real skate shops. This shop is friendly to people of all skill levels!!Only good and welcoming vibes here! They truly go above and beyond. Support your local skate shop!! They have great deals and wonderful staff!

Great selection of outdoor items from clothes, kayaks, camping gear, etc. The price point is high,…read morebut great quality items. The staff is friendly and helpful. I was specifically looking for a Stanley or Yeti that wasn't too big. Unfortunately, they only had larger versions of what I was looking for. Still a great store for outdoor needs.

The LL Bean by Hilldale shopping center has two entrances. One in the main shopping strip, by the…read moreuniversity bookstore, and the ather around back, with loads of parking. They have a good selection of outdoor clothes and gear, at surprisingly reasonable prices. What really impressed me were their hiking shoes selection though. Better hiking shoe selection than the REI we have. Where REI had a couple options for men's hiking shoes, LL Bean had 6+. The best part of the experience was Alex, who helped us find the right shoes for us. She was very knowledgeable in each shoe type, knowing customers preferred and disliked about each shoe, and even knowing about how the companies changed their styles! I described an issue I was feeling, and she knew why I was having that issue (loose heel feeling), and what brand would better suit my needs. Left extremely happy with my purchase! Thanks Alex!

I am grateful to Shane and his staff for their knowledge and customer service. As a 60-year old…read morerecreational swimmer, they listened to my needs and provided several options to help me feel confident and empowered. I am back enjoying the water again! Thank you Simply Swimming!

Buying a swimsuit is never easy. As a short, mature woman (age, not behavior), I find it very…read moredifficult to find something that is both comfortable and attractive. We all have body image issues and they all come out to play when you put on a swimsuit. This store is aimed at the competitive swimmer but they have a wide range of attractive, comfortable suits for all ages. I was the only customer in the store. I had amazing service from the woman that assisted me. She pushed nothing but gently made suggestions. About 20 suits later I found the perfect suit for me. This is the second time I have purchased a suit here. All the suits are high quality and made to last. The prices are reasonable. I can't believe that I never cried or gave up. Having personal service made all the difference!

Value and service is terrific. The owner is very knowledgeable and supports local ski teams.read more

I arrived to pick up my rental trailer reserved through U-haul. The proprietor was inside his small…read moreextremely crowded junk shop. This hovel is now ready for any customer transactions and I surely found out there was not going to be one. The extremely sarcastic guy said, "do you see any trailers in the parking lot?" He smirked at his own foul humor and told me to go to another store. This place does not conduct business in a customer friendly manner. If you like to be insulted go here or maybe try Dicks bar on the river walk in San Antonio TX.

Our Family has done business for years at Nevada Bobs. Now third generation and we are totally…read moresatisfied. Best prices, Best selection, and the Best service.

I make my annual trip to Madison, WI for a small vacation and always stop in to Nevada Bob's to…read morevisit with Joel and Davey. They have really built a solid business based on customer service and helping any type of golfer to play their best game. They are in a transition period, but have continued to provide the best experience in golf retail by hiring and training a solid crop of new employees to carry on the tradition. It's actually a multi-generational group of golf mad employees; Andy, Max, Andrew, Jeff, Dick, Jerry and "Curly". You really don't have to "see Joel for a deal" anymore, he and Davey have attracted a lot of enthusiastic golf employees who have taken over the responsibilities for running the best golf shop that I've ever been to, and I've visited many of them from coast to coast in my career. If you are a new golfer or an older golfer, you can always find someone there to help you improve your game, or find something to satisfy the "golf itch" that we all have, to enjoy the greatest game ever invented. My apologies if I forgot to mention all the other employees there, I just don't know their names, but when you see them interact with customers, you just know that they are good listeners and also do not ever pressure them, or "BS" them into getting something that won't be useful to them. Make it a point to go to Nevada Bob's, you will enjoy the vibe!

Johnson Creek Premium Outlets - Johnson Creek, WI…read more This mall always comes through when I need a little retail reset. It's clean, easy to navigate, and has a great mix of stores--whether you're looking for budget-friendly deals or brand-name finds. I've scored amazing pieces at places like Nike, Old Navy, and Bath & Body Works (and the clearance racks be rackin' ). One thing I really appreciate is that it's not overwhelming. It's a chill shopping experience with wide walkways, plenty of parking, and restrooms that are actually easy to find and clean. It's not a "huge" mall, but it's just right when you want to get out, walk around, and treat yourself without driving too far or dealing with crowds. Great for quick stops or a slow weekend browse. Definitely a go-to for our household!

Date of visit: August 30, 2024…read more I tend to visit this outlet mall far less than all the others on account of not heading this direction as often as I am towards Pleasant Prairie or Oshkosh, but also because this mall is much smaller than the others. And not having been in a few years, I can see that it is considerably smaller yet due to the number of closures at the mall. There are easily a half-dozen empty storefronts here, and the buildings themselves are definitely not being kept up, either. I do not think this mall will be around in a couple years unless management steps in and revitalizes it. Don't even get me started on the danger of trying to cross the street between the two sides of the development, either as we witnessed multiple cars run the stop sign in our short time there.