Every time I've convinced myself I'll get into a particular sport or hobby, I've come to Rebel…read moreSport on Queen St to buy my gear. I've picked up swimwear, goggles, ear plugs, roller blades, an exercise ball, and a yoga mat from Rebel Sport, and I haven't had trouble with any of them so far! There's also a huge range of sportswear and runners - my friend picked up some great Nike joggers. The staff are helpful and are happy to give you a lowdown on the products on offer. The store is massive so sometimes it can be difficult to locate what you're after, so don't hesitate to ask. And don't be afraid to give some of their products a try. Often they'll have a display version - for example, I wanted to try out some rollerblades and had a bit of a blade around the cycling section of the store. The staff didn't bat an eyelid. Rebel Sport also offers store membership, and you receive a voucher upon signing up.

A decent selection of all things sporting. Not a lot in the way of AFL and basketball gear, but…read morethere is a fair bit for the rugby fan.

Vegan snacks, small meals, smoothies, and juices, coffee. A shame they don't have coconut gelato…read morethat most Raw Squeeze outlets do. Nice fitness gear. Cute little spot. A few more tables would be nice. Cheap fitness classes for about $5 are available for women. Book ahead on their website or you'll likely miss out!

This is an interesting concept by Lorna Jane. There's a clothing (active wear) shop, a room for…read moreclasses and a cafe. The cafe does 'healthy' options including salads, wraps, juices, smoothies and has the buzz words including acai, chia, coconut, oats etc on the menu. I had a salad from the cafe - they are made off site and bought in but are fresh and filling enough. I've also taken an express class in the workout room for the bargain price of $2. These are 30 minute lunch time classes and are well patronised. The details aren't on their website so you'll have to pick up the timetable from the shop.

I needed a new bike carrier for my recently purchased ebike so I could take it home. 99 bikes…read morehappily price matched one of their online competitors which saved me 35% and I got instant gratification. Well done 99 bikes, brick based retail works

The staff at Bowen Hills were really friendly and welcoming, without being overwhelming. Got…read moreexactly what I needed at a great price.

I admit I'm not the most athletic kid on my block but with…read morethe inevitable coming of the new year, I somehow found myself on James St comparing jogging shorts and sports bras. And what better place to fulfil those New Years Resolutions than the huge Lorna Jane store in the Valley. This place oozes health and vitality, and the sight of such good looking sportswear fills me with hope Maybe these will be my new yoga pants? Oh and those shorts would be perfect for jogging. (I felt lighter just thinking about it.) Be sure to also check out their awesome and gravity defying sports bras. (The right fit really makes all the difference in running.) With helpful and knowledgable staff to steer you in the right direction, I recommend giving Lorna Jane a go.

Service is quick and affordable, and I generally get the impression that they're looking out for…read moreme. They don't try to upsell me on things that I don't ask for, unless they think it will help reduce waste or save me money.

I rented a bike for the week while I was in Brisbane. Andrew was very attentive and helpful - he…read morereally spent some time with me to make sure I had the right kind of bike and that it was set up properly. The bike was good quality and well maintained - perfect for enjoying the amazingly good bike infrastructure in and around Brisbane. Overall a really great experience, and whenever I get back to Brisbane, this will be my first stop!

They say fashion fades but style is eternal. And if that's the case it's not hard to see why a…read morestore like Camargue has been in operation for almost as long as I've been alive. I'd say shopping the collections curated at Camargue might be the closest you can get to buying style. Take a scroll through their Instagram feed if you need some instant proof. This long-standing Brisbane boutique has found its home on the equally fashionable James Street and among the precincts fashion-forward crowd, it sits like a jewel in the crown. Camargue doesn't have to fight for trend-based buyers because they know who they are and what walks off the racks. I must admit that I've, to date, only taken advantage of shopping at Camargue during their sales periods (which aren't as regular as other mainstream store but the discounts are often greater), but as I begin to shift to building a capsule wardrobe of investment pieces I know that Camargue will be somewhere in my little black book for key purchases.

From the owner: Established in 1978, camargue have been dressing Brisbane's most stylish for over 30 years. The…read moreboutique is fulled with eclectic and quirky pieces, and each visit is an experience. camargue is as much about people as it is about frocks! Fashion is like beautiful food, great books, wonderful travel & lovely music. It's just about spoiling ourselves, and camargue is just very happy to be a part of that. Fashion fades but style is eternal....X