Lemme tell you! Ok so REI is obviously a great store. There are some things about them I can't…read morestand..:like when they get involved in political crap. That ruins the vibe for me for any business. It's still a great store, but people need to shut up with getting involved in anything that has absolutely nothing to do with sporting goods, outdoor activities etc or whatever their business is. REI is crazy expensive tho! Ooooh! So Al's just opened. I was sad to see the trampoline park close and leave. Sports Authority was at this location at one time too. Mittens was on the board, soooo...ahhh! Never mind lol. They closed. Sad. Anyway, finally a store goes in there. Obviously we are talking about AL's. This store is fantastic. I know it's going to be pricey eventually, but when we went in, the sales they were having were amazing. They had great prices on almost everything. With Christmas coming up, too, I'm sure their sales will once again be epic. They have all kinds of top brands. North Face, Patagonia, etc. Any place that carries Patagonia is ok in my book...even if Patagonia is another company that gets too political way too often. They make great jackets tho. I've had my R3 for like 17 years and still looks new. So walking into Al's and seeing they sell Pats, made me happy. Pats in general are very expensive. So if they happen to have these on sale, don't hesitant to pick one up. Same goes for a lot of the other name brands they have here. Great store for hunters, for anyone who loves kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, I mean, it's just a great store. I'm usually iffy on these chain stores, but I think this one is mainly specific to this area of the country, PNW, and obviously Utah and ugh, I'm sure California as well..at least Northern California? Who knows. Most people I know have already been. My hunter friends are in love with this place. They have gotten some insane deals here. However, if you haven't been, you definitely need to check it out...especially now that the Christmas season is like a day away from officially beginning. No, it doesn't start the day after Halloween lol. We got a few things here when we went. One thing was a flashlight. There was a guy in that section, wish I remembered his name. His main job is he's a fireman. I remember at least that much. This guy was such a great help. Knew the products well, super friendly, perfect teeth haha, and I mean, he was fun to look at. Sorry, had to throw that last bit in haha, because shiiiieeeet! Hahaha! Super nice guy. Everyone we came across that works there was great and eager to help. I hope this place succeeds. That spot it's in is a weird one. It seems to do good elsewhere and with Boise being a huge outdoor city, I can't see this place actually failing. I can only see it flourish and I hope it does. Check it out. Thanks for reading, YelperAl's!! Cheers!

We just bought a treadmill at Al's, and it was a nice purchasing experience. They have helpful…read morestaff, and the price was a bit less (for the exact same model) compared to the other stores we shopped. So now we have a treadmill, which will hopefully serve more of a purpose than just a display item in our family room. My cardio vascular system thanks Al's for being there for us!

Nice old greeter that was helpful but we avoid the back of the store like the plague to avoid the…read moreHilton vacation people who are like vultures that will even seek you outside of their "territory"to try to sign you up. Their fake compliments are the worst. They make used car salesmen look great! Value is pretty good for some things. Some cheaper than Amazon or Costco. Selection of womens is a little thin probably because it's a guys place?!

This is my go to spot in the Boise area for all things outdoor. Their team of guys they have…read moreworking in the fishing dept are the best around. Not only friendly but also super knowledgeable as well. Yes they know fishing but they are very localized as well and know the lakes and rivers around here. Their recommendations have always been on point and never disappoint. Store is well laid out with massive selection of whatever you can think of outdoors. Prices are usually very fair but the big draw for me is their Cabela's club membership. Love earning points and special deals for club customers. I would highly recommend this location for all that it brings to the Treasure Valley!

Dicks (autocorrected to "sucks" lol...) is the type of store everyone loves...why? Because it's a…read morebig box (sporting) store and carries pretty much everything someone who is active needs. In the past couple years, I hate how Dicks added their political views to everything. I just wish businesses and whatnot would stfu about their political views. I don't shop at a place because they're super conservative or if they ...super liberal. I go to businesses if they have what I want. So when places add their two cents, specifically on anything political...it ruins them for me. I know I'm not alone in this. Seriously, shut up. We wanna buy sneakers or a water bottle, we dgaf what side of the aisle you stand on. Ok that's my rant on that lol. I rarely go here. This was my 2nd time in this store since it opened. They opened 6 years ago, maybe? I went in right after and then this time. I was at Petco next door and needed to check out their weightlifting belts. Reasonable prices on that but everything else....priiiiicey! If you shop at Dicks, you know this tho. Checked out some of their sale items and if you can get something on sale (depending on what it is) their prices can be pretty good. Big 5 is next door...right next door. The huge corporate stores love to do that to the smaller stores like Big 5. Big 5 is a better store, but of course they don't carry as much. Their prices are certainly better and makes happy this location hasn't been forced out because of the giant Dicks (lol) right next to it. There's a Big 5 minutes from my house too, so I go there more. Dicks is across from the mall so if I am In that area I may think of going in, but like I said, this was the 2nd time in 6 years that I've been in that store. I just don't care to go in that much lol. Staff was friendly tho and super helpful. So they have that going for them. Aside from that, I know this review won't help anyone lol. You either love this place or just don't care about it. Everyone knows it exists so yeah, you either go or don't. So many just order online which when it comes to places like Dicks, it's fine otherwise I love supporting small mom and pop/local shops. Ok I'm done writing about this place lol. If you've read this far, thanks! If not, I understand lol. Thanks, Yelpederers! Cheers!

They advertise an incorrect price on some shoes and refused to honor it.No wonder they don't have a…read moreBBB accredited business.

Legit took an hour to rent 2 snowboards after getting all the equipment ready within 5 minutes…read more About 5 employees there have zero idea how to use 90% of the register and could not figure anything out and had the manager come over multiple times. Seems as if they are all hired yesterday. Kid in glasses and USC hoodie are unable to comprehend anything.

We went to rent snowboards, got there at open. Waited 50 minutes to get 2 snowboards. They need to…read moretrain there employees better, had about 5 people that had no idea what they were doing. Some guy in a USC hoodie had absolutely no idea what to do and was just standing there. Also if someone looks like Harry Potter at the checkout, you should leave he has NO idea what he's doing even after being babied by the manager. Ashton is the only competent employee.

This bike shop is staffed by folks who obviously love what they do and love helping others out with…read morebikes too! The staff were all amazingly helpful and patient as we outfitted ourselves for a ride along the middle fork of the Boise. Thank you all so much! The bikes were great and rental was very reasonably priced! Again, service, crew, attitude all exceptional!

McU is great for bike rentals! We come to Boise to visit grandparents every summer and one of our…read morefavorite family activities has been renting bikes and riding along the green belt. McU outfits parents and kids with Bikes, including a tagalong trailer for our independent, but not yet riding independently 5 year-old! No other rental company has the Tagalongs available.

I get my snowboarding boots here and my friend's snowboarding boots love this place. Recommend 100%…read moreI will keep going.

If you're going to sell a product through your business then you are responsible for standing…read morebehind that product whether it is a consignment item or not....especially if you represented the fit and functionality....it goes without saying that almost nobody is going to go immediately to the mountain to try them out. Your policy is misleading at best and designed to take advantage of the consumer....and then you add insult to injury by offering slightly more than half of what was just paid! This is not an ethical business practice and I will not ever do business here again...I advise anyone else who is reading this to spend their money elsewhere!

This store consistently has what we need! If I try another sporting goods store first, I always end…read moreup coming back here. I even found baseball pants on sale, for cheaper than the used store! If you look online, they usually have a coupon you can use, too. What more could you ask for?

Was in a hurry to pickup a few items, and the employees were very helpful in finding what I needed…read more They knew what was in stock, and help me decide with their knowledge of their products.

The service is outstanding! Especially McKenzie! Love senior discount Tuesdays, the selection and…read moremostly the staff!

Very helpful and friendly staff. They are knowledgeable and if they can't answer your question they…read morefind someone who can.

I went in to purchase two pair of Edie Bauer Sandals that were in there add. The Advertising was…read moremisleading and after driving 8 miles and a having a argument with the clerk and the manager telling them about the advertising problem he told me that I should have known that the sandals in question were an absolute item and not the mod 2 model. How should I have known? The worst customer service I have encountered in many, many years. Will never step foot in this store again. GWN Meridian Idaho

During the COVID crisis I've been working daily as an essential worker. BIG 5 was literally the…read moreonly place that was open in March where I could go in and find a pair of shoes. I decided to grab 2 pairs of hiking shoes as well since I wasnt sure how long the crisis was going to last, I had a camping trip planned mid June and I didnt want to venture out shopping later with the crowds if I could help it. I asked the cashier the return policy, she said they wouldn't he taking returns until after 5/31, I could return any of my unworn, unused merchandise. I also grabbed 1 sports bra and tank top. when I went home I wore the cheaper hiking pair around the house and they felt too tight. I put them back in the box with the receipt to hang on until May to return and decided to keep the clothing and more expensive pair of shoes. I never tried on the other hiking shoes again or took them outside. the box stayed in my closet. Here I am 6/4, receipt in hand and went to return them for a small 24$ refund- mind you I kept a 89$ pair of shoes and clothing- the girl at the register inspects the box and calls for her manager. They inspect my receipt, which has no timeframes or restrictions and ask me what's wrong with the shoes? To which I answer, truly nothing other than they were a little tight, I kept the other pair- the manager tells me he cant accept my return, they can only take return merchandise that can be RESOLD.. I let him know when I bought them almost 3 months ago the store associate told me they would take them as long as they were unworn and in the box! and my shoes cant be returned because they dont carry them now which is definitely not my fault as the consumer. He then throws them back in the box and says we will do it this one time and walks away leaving the poor cashier to awkwardly hand me my cash refund which before I would have taken store credit. I simply didnt want the shoes. after being treated so poorly I wont bother spending anymore time or money here.

I had the best experience at REI today, and wanted to shout out about huge kudos. My service…read moreemployee (LAUREL) was the very best employee at the REI store in Boise. Give Laurel a big thanks! JDR

I walked into REI expecting to shop, not to be lectured. The first thing I saw was a large sign…read moretrying to dictate values and push an agenda. Whether someone agrees or disagrees with the message, it's not REI's job to tell customers how they should think or act. I came here for outdoor gear, not political messaging. Companies should focus on their strengths--serving customers and selling quality products--instead of jumping into virtue signaling and social posturing. This kind of messaging feels more alienating than inclusive, and it made me decide this will be my last visit. Sell gear, not ideology.