Robinson's Outdoors is exactly the kind of independent shop that reminds you why local stores still…read morematter. The staff were genuinely friendly, approachable, and--most importantly--knowledgeable. They actually took the time to answer questions and make sure I understood what I was looking at, instead of just pointing me to a shelf. You get the sense they really know their gear and care about helping you make the right choice. Sure, you can buy outdoor stuff on Amazon, but you're not going to get any level of service. There's real value in being able to talk to someone who's an expert and can guide you properly. Overall, an amazing experience--I'll definitely be back.

I love visiting Robinson when in Victoria. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. The…read moreselection of gear is top notch, this past visit I got some Smartwool leggings. I am always happy to support and give my dollar to local businesses that encourage people to get outside!

Very pleased with store. Staff person was very informative and friendly…read more The store has much more to offer than knives. Lots of other kitchen products good quality, novel and good prices especially on sale items. More than just a house of knives LOTS OF OTHER KITCHEN ITEMS THAT ARE USEFUL.

Bought a little Swiss Army knife for my daughter for our camping trips. Super reasonable price for…read morethe pocket knife AND it came with a complimentary knife sharpening for any knife we have. So I brought in our dull old pitted 8" henkels chef knife for the complimentary sharpening. The staff said to come back in 15 minutes and it will be ready. I came back in 10 minutes and it was ready. Razor sharp, cleaned up and placed in protective cardboard for the ride home. Super impressed, quick, friendly and knowledgeable. Doesn't get better than this.

Sitka was established in 2002 and now features a nice selection of men's and women's clothing, a…read moreskateboard line and a full quiver of surfboards to stand up to any condition. The name Sitka itself derives from the mighty Sitka Spruce, a tree naturally drawn to the rugged shorelines of Western Canada and Alaska. Gayle's first reaction when we walked in was - "Aren't we a little "old" for this place?" Actually we are, but it was the wood-enhanced architecture within this historic building and something inside that screamed Portlandia! that drew me in. It's a nice little shop and worth a visit if you want to hang ten, or drop even more than that in Loonies.

Sitka store in Victoria is a great surf/skate shop that sells the Sitka (from Victoria, BC) brand…read morealong with other skate brands such as Lifetime and many others. This store features typical west-coast design (extensive use of wood), the staff is knowledgeable of the product and the location of the store is easy to find and central within central Victoria.

Really excellent products and knowledgeable staff. I have shopped there 3 or 4 times have spent a…read morelot of money there. I cherish retail, know times are hard, and wish the manager (owner?) seemed more aware that customer happiness is, kind of, pivotal. She is bitter and prideful - her own worst enemy. Suggest she find therapy, self-love, and forgiveness, or be bought-out. A friend I dined with recently said he found her (thinking it's the same person) to be "miserable". Peace.

After walking past this shop a few times not willing to risk the certain damage to my bank account,…read moreI could no longer resist the power of colourful Le Creuset pieces, and the shine of stainless steel. A retail space in the beautiful new Atrium it's bathed in light with high ceilings and almost floor to ceiling glass front windows. With cooking classes, and a full kitchen, this is sure to become a great spot to spend your time. They have a ton of excellent quality kitchen tools, a small but good selection of cook books (unless I maybe missed some?) and a lovely selection of locally produced food items. I chatted with a really friendly girl at the counter about how their new shop was doing and she was excited to tell me about their success and the things they offered. I somehow managed to leave empty handed, but this is a great new addition to the Victoria food scene, and sure to inspire curious cooks to be more creative, better equipped, and very well fed. They are embracing local food, seasonal ingredients, and looking to serve the local food community, which earns them a solid five stars.

great shop, great staff, decent selection. inflations a thing so I have to accept prices have gone…read moreup everywhere. Glad we still have stores like this

I found this store to be just amazing. The service from the manager about all things to do with…read morepaddle boarding was amazing. Great deals on clothes for my kids and even some free stickers for my 9 year old son with his purchase. I will be back next time I go to Victoria.

The appliances are the same as anywhere else, but BUYER BEWARE when it comes to the hidden costs!…read moreIf you buy a gas appliance, they will NOT install it for you. We paid nearly $400 in extra fees because the installer had to come twice - because Capital Iron couldn't give us a precise time for him to be there, even though I requested, twice, that they look after coordinating it. This was on top of their own delivery and installation fee.

Excellent service! Great variety of furniture and appliances. High quality product. Appliances,…read morefurniture and outdoor areas across three floors in historic building!

This hardware store is right by my house and I wouldn't choose another one to go to! the staff are…read moreso knowledgeable and help you out right away. They have a very surprising wide range selection and truly seem like they care :)

Very helpful and knowledgeable staffer helped us with paint that was out of stock in our own…read moreneighbourhood. They were very busy but managed to keep all the waiting customers happy.

My boyfriend and I went on the 9:30am Oak Bay tour this morning. The conditions were perfect - the…read morewater was glassy and peaceful, making for a calm and scenic paddle. Federico took us to several beautiful spots around the bay, including one where we spotted seals lounging and even a bald eagle perched nearby. Later, we were lucky enough to see a sea lion surface right beside us - such a cool moment! We happened to be the only two on the tour, which made the experience feel even more special. Federico was a fantastic guide - knowledgeable, attentive, and easygoing, with a great sense of humor. He kept a comfortable pace throughout and made sure we felt warm, safe, and supported the entire time. Peaceful water (well, we were lucky for that!), incredible wildlife, and a guide who really cares - what more could you ask for? The boats we were in were high quality and the shop is top tier. The people who work at this organization are extremely skilled kayakers who are dedicated to helping the kayak community. The shop has kayak skills courses as well and is dedicated to promoting excellent kayaking. If you're considering a kayak tour in the area or upping your kayak skills, I can't recommend Ocean River Sports enough.

My husband and I were in Victoria for a few days celebrating our anniversary. We stayed at the…read moreDelta Hotel and saw lots of kayaks out and about in the harbor in front of our hotel. We ended up doing a two hour rental with a tandem kayak from Ocean River Adventures. Getting there was a short ten minute walk from our hotel. The entire rental process was very quick and easy and their rental equipment is very good. It was a good value for the equipment and time we got to use the kayak. The kayak tracked beautifully in the water and we had a wonderful time cruising around the harbor for a couple hours. We even had a seal that popped its head out of the water about 20 feet in front of us! Lee (I believe he is the owner) and Wesley were a delight to deal with. I would highly recommend this company.