My wife and I were visiting the Asheville area to do some training hikes in preparation for her…read moreclimbing Kilimanjaro. She was wanting to look at a couple of pieces of gear, so we stopped at Second Gear. Fairly quickly we were approached by April who offered to help us. She was super friendly and seemed genuinely more interested is being helpful than making a sale. She also said, "I've only worked here two months, so if we run into something I don't know I will get help from someone who can answer any question we have. Which we found refreshingly honest. she eventually got hep from another staff member and they answered all our question. We loved this store and the amazing help we received! my wife wound up finding exactly what she wanted, and because they were so patient, she very confident in her purchase.

Had a great experience at Second Gear. Found a great pair of hiking pants, a belt, a name-brand…read morewaist pack, and MTB shoes in good condition. The MTB shoes were priced about half retail price. Huge selection and easier than buying used online!

Love this store. It used to be near earthfare but they have since moved locations. And snazzed it…read moreup. This location is a bit touristy for me but the store is a s clean, organized and friendly as always. They have taken the hardcore outdoor gear supplies down a knotch or two to make space for the things downtown visitors would live (in my opinion) as they have many more candles and stickers. They still have a decent shoe collection, quality clothing and some nice basic camping and glamping supplies. They also carry jewelry and other Knick knacks. People working are always super friendly.

I was looking for some water shoes so I could go chasing some waterfalls while I was in the…read moreAsheville area and came across this store while walking down the street. I thought I would see if they had any deals and the helpful lady pointed me toward some Keen shoes that were 40% off! I got the last pair and saved $40 so I cannot complain. The store had a lot of merchandise for your outdoor needs and the team working there was friendly and helpful. I am a fan.

Picked up everything I needed for my kid to enjoy his fishing trip in one stop. He slayed 'em, and…read moreit didn't "completely" break the bank to acquire mid-range rods and reels with premium Panther Martin tackle, a premium Plano backpack tackle box, and just a couple accessories.

We visited this Sportsman Warehouse yesterday while we were visiting the Tanger Outlets because…read morethey were co-located. The store is huge and offers anything you can imagine for the outdoors person. From hunting to camping, they have it all.

Chaulk up another point on the Score Board for REI's Bike shop!! This is my second review of the…read morebike shop and im very pleased to offer another glowing review. I cant remember the mechanic's name that looked at my bike today. But i think it starts with a "J". Anyways, I"ll call him bottom bracket guy. I went afraid i might have to replace my bottom bracket (Expensive replacement) because there was alot of lateral wiggle in it. Another mechanic days earlier at REI, after just explaining the issue, bet it was just loose and may not need replacing. With high hopes of loose, Bottom Bracket Guy put it on the stand, and witha pull this way and a tug that-a-way, he looked at me said..."yup, it loose". And with that, whiped out a magic tool and with a turn this-a-way, and a twist that-a-way, my bottom bracket was fixed and the day was saved!! Some places would've told me it was broke and needed a new one which wouldve broken my bottom bracket!! Anyhow, an estatic thank you and again wonderful, honest service.

Horrible company. If someone makes a fraudulent purchase with your bank information and you notify…read morethe company and your bank right away, but no one is willing to give me my money back. I have reported them to BBB and I am warning people in case you come up against the same problem. ( I have also never made a purchase from this store before.)

Super friendly staff, outdoor space, and affordable drinks. Sometimes if you're lucky, there's even…read morelive music. Oh, and water. But honestly it's the French broad so that's a little questionable. Have not tried their actual guided tours or equipment rental. I can't believe I've been to hominy creek so many times and had no idea this place existed. What an oasis. Especially for summer months. On the weekends, it gets pretty busy with happy dogs and kids. They have their own food truck and they had some live music on Saturday. The food truck people were super nice, and they had a ton of vegetarian and vegan options. The bar has a lot of options for beer. Non-beer drinkers too. Surprising number for a small little shack. Lots of picnic tables to sit at and enjoy the weather. Little beach area and all within walking distance. Parking can get a little rough so be mindful.

Great people here that will take care of your outdoor needs and where rental equipment is available…read morefor outdoor activities. Asheville is a fave of mine for food, beer and outdoorsy fun. French Broad Outfitters has you covered whether its hiking, tubing, or kayaking. Super helpful staff too! My family rented kayaks for the day and set out for the French Broad River. Staff took us by bus to our site to begin our roughly two hour adventure. You finish where you start. That's easier said than done if the river is running fast. Again staff is there to help all the way. I would do this again and highly recommend.

Date of visit: September 18, 2024…read more One of the many wonderful shops at the Biltmore Village, this one had a focus on clothing, but still offered a variety of other items at various price points. Since I am definitely on the lower end of the income spectrum of those who peruse this store, I didn't spend a ton of time looking at the Biltmore-stamped or "inspired" clothing items. Instead I found a jar of pumpkin butter to bring back for a friend as a souvenir as well as a lovely Biltmore shot glass for a friend that collects shot glasses but also is a realtor, so the picture of America's Largest House was naturally a big hit when I brought it home!

Antler Hill Outfitters sells a variety of products from Biltmore souvenirs to books to outdoor…read moreapparel to children's items. The service is friendly and the store may have items you are looking for. The products tend to be nice quality so the prices are on the higher side.

One of my favorite places to stop and explore. They offer different water activities that you can…read moredo on the river - if you haven't tubed or kayaked the river up here, I highly recommend. It's also always a nice surprise to see a coffee truck in their parking lot! The staff is very friendly here and they have public restrooms.

Over the past 5 years we have floated 3/5xs a year. We received a season pass for Christmas and…read morewent on our first float of the season this weekend. The river was clear even after several days of heavy rain. Saw fish, bald eagle, painted bunting and searched for the otter family. We always float in kayaks, pack snacks and have the best day. Best self care around! Staff rocks! Food truck, brewery, shop! Don't miss it.

WORST store I've ever been to! The management is trashy and extremely rude (Emmer, Jen, Matt H) not…read moreto mention their bratty employees! This store is a complete mess. Walking in felt like stepping into a place that has completely given up on basic standards. The shelves were disorganized, sizes were missing everywhere, and the overall store looked like nobody bothered to maintain it. Trying to get help was just as frustrating. Employees were either nowhere to be found or seemed totally uninterested in doing their job. When you finally get someone's attention, the help you get is minimal at best. It's honestly shocking how little effort seems to go into customer service here. The prices are also way too high for what you get. A lot of the products look average at best, yet they're priced like top-tier gear. For a store that's supposed to specialize in sports equipment, the experience feels lazy and poorly managed. There are far better places to shop where the store is organized, the staff actually help you, and the prices make sense. After this visit, I have zero reason to ever come back.

What a stupid sporting good store. No hunting clothes? No archery? Not much of a sporting good…read morestore if you ask me.