My family is so thankful for Marc's beautiful work! My dads been building my sister a surprise for…read moreher graduation which required Elysium Athletic's assistance with design. Not only was Marc creative and patient with my dad as he brainstormed a product, but he approached my dad with professionalism and patience. We really appreciate his genuine and generous nature and really hope to seek his expertise again. Highly recommend! Thank you so much, Marc! We can't wait for my sister's reaction!

Today we were at your store in Bastrop, and we're helped by Orlando. He went out of his way to help…read moreus find a chair for my daughters birthday present. He was very kind and very helpful and we found our chair. He went to the back and brought one out for us. Not many people go out of there way to help, but he did. Thank you very much Orlando.

Not as busy as I thought it was going to be no wait to pay great Academy lots of shoes all kinds…read moreall prices

Jami is an incredibly hardworking woman! She is an expert in getting all the boats tied to the…read moretrailer very quickly. We met her in Bob Bryant Park, and she quickly shuttled us to the river. She even took photos for us on the water. She was late to pick us up for the shuttle but was very nice and compensated us for it.

I was really nervous about kayaking down the river with my three young teens & my friend who was…read morevisiting from out of town. It was our first time kayaking & we didn't know what to expect on the river but Linda quickly put us at ease. She was very knowledgeable about the river & explained how to navigate it & things to look out for. We were shuttled to the launch site, given a quick lesson on how to hold & use the paddles & we were on our way. Despite the heat, the river was pretty cool (glad we brought insulated water bottles & a cooler with snacks). It was peaceful & the water was calm & we made it to the end without tipping over. We saw lots of turtles, birds, even a few cows taking a dip. At the end two huge blue herons flew across the river right in front of us...it was a great experience & we can't wait to do it again. Highly recommend this company- the reservation process was easy (we just called the day before) & the everything was provided (dry bags & life vests included), the price is very reasonable & the local knowledge was exceptional.

Bruce is great to work with on firearms. I have seen great deals on guns online and contacted Bruce…read moreto get an honest opinion (which is rare these days). I used Mansfield FFL to ship my rifle from GAB. Also,Bruce will also tell me what he has in stock but is not pushy, so I never felt intimidated to purchase. I have even taken my wife with me and let her try a few handguns for fit and comfort. Bruce didn't have what she was looking for this time. She was looking for an easy slide to rack but all those in stock were too difficult, so he recommended a different. However, not in stock but personally call when he has in stock so she come hold the pistol and make sure it works. She also purchase a beautiful homemade cutting board from the shop. Highly Recommend Mansfield Arms!!!

Mansfield Firearms is an absolute hidden gem tucked away in Bastrop, and if you're anywhere near…read moreHighway 71, you absolutely need to stop in. Bruce is the real deal--a great American, incredibly knowledgeable, and one of the friendliest owners you'll meet. His store is fantastic, with a selection that is consistently the best in town. The inventory is top-notch: high-quality firearms, excellent variety, and something for just about everyone, from everyday shooters to serious collectors. You never know what you'll find--sometimes there are real rare pieces and specialty items that you just don't see elsewhere. Please also check out his website mansfieldfirearms.com where you can find great deals This place has that classic local shop feel, but with standout stock and service that punches way above its weight. Don't drive through Bastrop without checking it out--you'll likely walk away impressed. Five stars all around. Please support local, community-owned stores like this one. Highly recommended! Thank you, Bruce! Keep up the great work.

This is a self service facility, but I needed assistance so I used the chat feature on the app and…read morethey responded very fast. They went above and beyond to help me out! Would definitely recommend using them:)

From the owner: Self-Served kayak, packraft, and paddleboard rentals via our automated smart locker shipping…read morecontainer kiosk. No more waiting in lines to get on the water. You book online. Pick up the gear on your time through our automated kiosk solution. Drop in on the water wherever you want! Also we are dealers for these premium small brands do you can purchase the gear. Finally, we are Austin's Overland gear store featuring Rooftop Tents,Awnings, compressors, overland kitchens,and skottles.

Love this place, I get my hunting license here every year. I have also used their gunsmith to…read moreCajunize 2 CZ 75 variants and replace a soft bolt body with an enhanced Atlas Firearms bolt for a CZ Scorpion. IME, it is best to get work done after the hunting rush. Wait times get worse the closer you get to fall. Apr through Jul is usually best. I had a pistol Cajunized in the busy season and it took a little over a month. I took one in during mid-Spring, dropped it off at 11, and had it done same day by 4:30. The DA/SA are so much lighter and crisper. I have Cajunized one myself, so I know what is involved. It is surprisingly hard to find gunsmiths with experience Cajunizing, or with CZs in general. I guess it makes sense, they are far less common than Glocks, M&Ps, etc. I have had smiths tell me they do not work on CZs, or they say "we can do that, we'll figure it out," which is not comforting. Each time I came in, the associate at the counter brought me to talk to a gunsmith. He knew the order the parts go back in, that some jobs like the mag release are easier when everything is already apart, and that you have to remove the front sight pin to replace the barrel bushing. The sear cage is a nightmare to get back together, so I'm happy to outsource it. It's clear they do a bunch of them here, so it takes less time than me installing it or a smith doing it for the first time.

Purchased a new handgun. Sportsman's made it easy! I knew what I wanted, they had several in…read morestock. Less than 30 minutes paperwork completed, background check done and out the door. Very nice selection, employees were great! I will be back for sure! 5 stars

This is a great option for exploring Lady Bird Lake by kayak or paddle board. They have a modest…read moreparking lot but depending on when you get there, it may be full. For a weekend morning we were happy to snag a spot and made our way down to the rental area. You can decide on single vs double kayaks or paddleboards and rent by the hour. We decided on an hour of double kayak and thoroughly enjoyed our time out on the water. They have plenty of life vests and the staff were helpful in helping us get in and out of the kayak. It's a gorgeous lake and on a hot summer day was nice and cool on the water. Great opportunity to get some exercise in while looking at the beautiful vegetation up and down the lake. Highly recommend!

We were excited to go paddle boating, but the experience was extremely disappointing…read more The lake had so much algae that it wrapped around the paddle boat's propeller every few seconds, making it incredibly difficult to move. Instead of enjoying our time on the water, we spent most of it stopping to remove algae just so we could keep going. My biggest issue isn't the algae itself--nature happens. My issue is that the staff never warned us about the lake conditions before renting us the paddle boats. If we had known the algae was bad enough to make paddling this difficult, we never would have rented them. On top of that, one of our paddle boats had a broken piece on the hatch used to access the propeller. I personally had to go over and help my sister because she couldn't properly open and close it to remove the algae. Every time the propeller got wrapped up again, it made the process even more frustrating. I explained the situation to an employee and pointed out the broken piece. Instead of offering a solution, I was told there was nothing they could do and that she just needed to keep removing the algae and paddle her way back to the dock. Later, when she was still struggling, we were told it would cost $50 for someone to come tow or assist her. Because we were moving so slowly due to the algae, we ended up spending more time on the lake than expected and were charged an additional $16 for another 30 minutes. That extra charge could have been avoided if we had simply been told about the lake conditions before renting the boats. Instead of taking our concerns seriously, the response was essentially, "It's better in the spring." If that's the case, then customers should be told about the current lake conditions before they're charged. We could have chosen a different activity instead of paying for an experience that turned into a struggle from start to finish. Honest communication and properly maintained equipment would have made all the difference.

We have lived in the area for a while now and we just love everything about McKinney Roughs!…read more First and foremost their hiking trails: they have a variety of trails for different levels and the views are spectacular. It's never super crowded, sometimes you may run into for horses if you're on horse-friendly trails and you can hike down to the Colorado River as well. The trails are pretty well maintained and marked. Summer camps: my son (7) has been attending their day summer camps for three years now and absolutely loves them! They are from 9-4 so very friendly for those parents working. There is also a bus that brings kids in from Austin as well. The price can't be beat as well. Each day he comes home telling me about what he learned and got to experience (most times I am jealous- like you got to go kayaking? Make and drink yaupon tea? What- how cool!) The camp counselors are extremely friendly and knowledgeable and treat the kids with kindness and respect. They also have a beautiful facility, overall. The grounds are clean and well-kept. McKinney Roughs is simply the best!

Love this place. I've been here for some events but also just to hike. I love that their trails can…read morehelp you practice some different skills. For instance, I was told by one of their staff that there is significant grading to help with elevation hikes. They are very helpful with any questions you have. Inside the main building where the small gift store is, there's a small nature area with some fish, snakes, fossils, and more. My kiddo loves looking at this section. Their Halloween event, Tricks, Treats, and Trails is also always a big hit with my family. They have a rock wall, paintball, archery, and other things to do. This was our second year and it was great!