A little Sunday shopping for some clothes. Scheels has pretty much anything you want from sports…read moreclothing to everyday wear. This is second time Elsa has helped me in the fitting rooms...I should "Let it go" but she is absolutely amazing. I know she'll do great things in this world.

How have I never reviewed Scheels?…read more I am grateful to have this location. With two kiddos that are active in a lot of sports, Scheels has come to the rescue a time or two. (Specifically, when I realized my son didn't have an adequate batting helmet for baseball mere hours before his first game of the season. I was able to order online and pickup no problem. He is insanely proud of his golden helmet, might I add.) This location expanded during the pandemic and has a ton! Hunting, biking, fishing, skiing,... a robust Iowa Hawkeye apparel section... shoes, apparel-- you name it! Honestly, my favorite spot to shop Scheels is online. I got some amazing Fornia clothes on clearance. My blazer I got is legit one of my favorite things and I spent less than $10-- what a steal! I also got some great Mud Pie Christmas decor super cheap online. It's open daily, parking is a non-issue. Staff is always so friendly and knowledgable. As I mentioned above, don't forget to order online easily for pickup.

Great great selection of products!!! Value is fine with a variety of prices. Great place to go for…read moreyour your fan favorite items!

This place is huge!!!! They literally have anything and everything Iowa Hawkeye you could ever…read moredream of. They also have other NFL team apparel. Typically a T-shirt there is. $50, a sweatshirt over $100. Pricey. The staff was busy stocking the store, checkout staff was polite.

This store started like thirty years ago, trying to bring mountain culture to Iowa. I'd say…read morethey've succeeded and are definitely the go-to for any outdoor retail needs in the area. They've got the big brands like: Patagonia, Marmot, North Face, Columbia, etc. When it comes to apparel that will withstand a trip to the Alps (or who are we kidding, a January in Iowa City :D) they've got you covered! Five floors of retail ranging from -- apparel, footwear and equipment. Items for boating, fishing, cycling, skiing, running, golfing, hunting, climbing-- almost anything you could do outdoors, they have something for. For as much as they have in the store, you'd expect it to the be cluttered. But it is very easy to get around and find what you're looking for. They did a great job organizing items and utilizing each floor of space. (*There are a lot of stairs! You've been warned.*) I can't say I frequent here often, but when I do-- I leave with what I came for. Pricing is fair but I honestly go straight to the sale rack when I'm here. (I've always been a fan of the sidewalk sales during the summer. Always finding a new pair of shoes at a great price!) Staff is VERY knowledgeable and welcoming. The location is stellar, with the ramp right across the street.

Active Endeavors can definitely be a pricey since they carry all of the high quality name brands…read moreyou seek when you're gearing up for an outdoorsy trip, but their sales staff is excellent, and if you plan accordingly (aka try to buy things off season) you can find some absolutely wonderful deals. For example - last winter I spilled battery acid all over my NorthFace winter jacket - the kind that goes down to your ankles. BUT it happened just late enough in the winter that Active Endeavors was gearing up for one of their annual sales, and guess what? I got a replacement jacket for nearly 50 percent off. Huzzah! It was a win for me because I got a new coat, and I had the opportunity to support a local business, which I love doing. Active Endeavors also has a killer shoe selection - I'm not sure if people know this, but it's worth checking out!

Since my first "punting is winning T-shirt," these people never disappoint. With the protest…read moremovement and all the resistance going on, if you're not a MAGA person, you will love this store - from the "we're all going to die "Joni Earnst T-shirts, to the kitty pew pew's and anti-fascism stuff, you will find a great look for the next protest. Vee MAGA people can get hawk gear so it's very inclusive. See MAGA you're Joe forgotten . The cotton is very good and shirts range from $20-$30

I love, love, love this Blue Haven in Red Iowa…read more Thank you Raygun for keeping our hope and sense of humor alive! I can never leave this fun store without a tshirt, magnet, postcard, etc. The staff is wonderfully sassy and helpful and I always leave feeling like a valued patron. The prices are competitive. Even if it was high, I would support this inclusive, brave store!!!!

Great stuff good fashion and the staff is helpful. I often finds there for gifts as wellread more

Catherine's 'Break the Internet Sale' simply put, was absolutely sublime…read more I'm all for shopping local. But I'm also a fan of sales and online shopping. Alas, Catherine's has an online store! Boom. I popped on to peruse shirts, pants, hats, cashmere, necklaces and more. Ultimately, I found gifts for the man in my life. Who knew? While Catherine's is primarily a women's boutique-- they do have some quality items for men. I ordered. And had it delivered for free on my door step mere days later. Catherine has got it going on. Check her out online if you're not able to swing by the store! https://catherinesic.com/

Impossible to reach after order. I ordered as guest and then NO follow up. Leave voicemail no…read moreresponse. No other choice. 3rd party vendor also unreachable. This, after being charged 40%+ for shipping

When I attended the University of Iowa in the 1970s, the first HP-45 Scientific Calculator was for…read moresale here for $495 plus tax. At the time, the nickname for this business was Iowa Book and Crook, but that was more a reflection of text book sticker shock that continues on most college campuses to this day. Iowa Book and Supply is centrally located on the corner of Clinton Street and Iowa Avenue and is across the street from the Pentacrest and Old Capital. I always stop in when I'm in town to look around. The store has actually changed quite a bit over the years, but has a similar student energy. And whether I'm browsing through the books, checking out the branded office supplies, or looking for the right Hawkeye memento, I always know where I am when I'm here.

Stopped in yesterday to purchase running shoes for my oldest daughter. I honestly had no idea this…read moreplace existed. It was nice to have someone knowledgeable to help us find the perfect shoe. I'll definitely be back for myself and the rest of my family!

All of the employees here have the most genuine willingness to help each and every customer to find…read morethe perfect fit! The one-on-one attention really helps to make your foot issues be heard and solved!

What an Iowa City staple that I have been coming to buying and selling sporting goods since I was…read morein junior high. After 20 years, I recently went back and sold a lefty catchers mitt in prime condition. They gave me 15 bucks for it. Really friendly people -support local business !!!

My kids grow like weeds. Does anyone else have that problem? They also change their mind…read morefrequently. One week they like soccer, the next they only want to play hide and seek. This is where Play It Again Sports enters the picture. Until my kids stay in a shoe size longer than a few months, don't outgrow a bike in a summer or decide a sport is something they want to play a few seasons in a row-- I'd rather buy used and on the cheap. Our last trip in was for two bikes-- one for a four year old girl and another for a two year old boy. We left with two bikes: one girly pink and the other a boyish Iowa Hawkeyes. I was helped immediately. They showed me all the options, talked size and even installed new training wheels for me before taking them to the car for me. With ample parking, a friendly staff and an ever changing inventory of used sporting and exercise equipment this place serves its purpose. Since they rely on buying used equipment to then resell, their selection fluctuates so I recommend contacting them before going in. Cleats, soccer balls, baseball gloves, bicycles, rollerblades, frisbees -- you name it, they've got it for your little AND FOR YOU!