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    Mid-Iowa Scout Shop

    5.0 (1 review)
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Back Country

    Back Country

    4.2
    (10 reviews)
    5.3 mi

    I'm a long distance backpacker. I have a few things from a company called Arcteryx, and was looking…read morefor an authorized dealer. I went to their website and this shop popped up as a dealer location. I was intrigued since I hadn't heard of it before. I have to admit that when I first walked in, I thought I was in the wrong place. The front of the store isn't really outdoor gear. I lot of it is women's casual clothing. Then I started noticing things in the back. They have a pretty extensive collection of Darn Tough wool socks. Many of the styles were limited edition ones that I've never seen anywhere else. They had some other outdoorsy clothes in the back. I was impressed with the amount of Marmot items they carry. There were some outdoor gear items in a small section in the very back, but it doesn't seem to be a big part of their business. One of the items that stood out to me was the Sea to Summit Aeros inflatable travel pillow. I wish II'd had one of those for my flights to and from Hawaii earlier this year. The cost is similar to a regular travel pillow, but it's inflatable so it doesn't take up much space when you aren't using it. I asked about the Arcteryx gear. They said Arcteryx doesn't work with small shops like them anymore. It isn't their fault that they're still listed as a dealer, but I was disappointed about it. However, I expect I'll head back in a month or so when they get their winter stock in. I suspect they'll have some good winter jackets and gloves, and I really want to take a closer look at all the Darn Tough styles they had. Wool socks are so good for keeping your feet warm in the winter. And I just might pick up an Aeros pillow while I'm there, too.

    Back Country started in Ames but it has been a classic cornerstone of the Beaverdale landscape…read moresince I've been alive! Every time I go in I am greeted warmly and quickly. It doesn't matter if you're just browsing or shopping with intent. The employees are intuitive! For example, just today I was looking at a table of bags, clearly doing a bit of comparing and a store clerk was there just as soon as I needed her. She even offered to check the contents of the next shipment of this bag because she could tell maybe I wasn't finding exactly what I wanted. After a quick check, she came back with the information. Though I wasn't sure which color or size I wanted, she did not pressure me into a sale. She was very pleasant and helpful. I've also been in with my big family before and let me tell you, the employees are very patient with indecisive shoppers. Not only are they patient, they're helpful. A few fun things about the store--you don't have to be a big outdoors person to appreciate the merchandise. I am certainly not found out on the trails many weekends, but there are a lot of unique and easy to wear offerings that fit perfectly into my wardrobe. Also, there's a "gear room" in the back of the store and I always have fun just perusing all of the crazy camping gear and gadgets. All in all, yes, much of their inventory might be found at big box sports stores in Des Moines, but this is a local business and that's what seals the deal for me.

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    Sea to Summit Aeros inflatable travel pillow.
    Sea to Summit Aeros inflatable travel pillow.
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    Bix

    Bix

    4.6
    (84 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    4.6* (out of 5) Food: 4* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4*…read more Service: 5* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $10 04/28/2026 Bix & Co. Our primary reason for stopping back tonight was for 'research and development' for my happyhourdesmoines.com website. This meant a smaller total check, as we only sampled a couple of Happy Hour specials - and they were quite tasty. We shared an order of Chicken Wings (see picture) and I ordered a House Margarita (see picture). The chicken wings were very good and I'll say that I enjoyed the House Margarita as much as the better ones in Mexican restaurants. We have enjoyed all of our stops at Bix & Co. and tonight was no different.

    We choose Bix & Co. before a show at the Val Air…read more We started with the Cheese Curds. Cubed Wisconsin white cheddar cheese in a light and crispy beer batter with Bix's pizza sauce. Wow, amazing flavor that just smacks your taste buds awake. What a fantastic start. The Burger & Tots were good which we split. The burger is chuck, brisket, and short rib ground to perfection on a South Union Bakery Bun. The tots were nice and crispy. The pizza was fantastic! We choose Tony's combo no olives or shrooms, add onion with the Cup & Char Pepperoni and Graziano Sausage. Cracker this crust and the Bix's pizza sauce. What a fantastic pizza, so delicious and perfect. The service was great and we will be back.

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    Interior seating and TVs.
    Interior seating and TVs.
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    Cheese curds
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