We drive to Hood River from Beavercreek because the service and selection are outstanding at Shortt…read moreSupply. It's amazing the assortment of shoes that are available. I needed a pair of weight lifting shoes. Check! They had them. Danielle was wonderful to work with. She is super knowledgeable about what type of shoes for what purpose. The prices are as good as any store. You get what you pay for, and you're paying for quality.

Shortt Supply is a business to be avoided. This business changed ownership recently and it is not…read morewhat it once was; an owner that stood behind their products and valued their customers. Last August I purchased a $150 pair of Topo Athletic shoes from Shortt. The purchase and fitting experience were exemplary. I have worn them occasionally since then approximately once a week for exercise walking. Recently I noticed that both shoes were abrading a hole at the same location on the inside collar. A call to the manufacturer directed me to the dealer to resolve the problem. On my visit to Shortt I was directed to the manager. It was clear from our first interaction that Shortt would not make any effort to resolve the defect in the product. To add insult to injury, after confirming that the shoes had not been subject to excess wear, I was told that I was at fault in my manner of walking despite 70 years of not having a similar issue with any shoe. No relief was offered. While Shortt has a wealth of excellent apparel, shoes and accessories at premium prices, they clearly have no interest in standing behind their products or making any effort at customer service. This is a business that knows it can overcharge tourists who will never be around to seek a remedy for a faulty product. There are several other reputable shoe options in the Gorge and you should give them your business.

The staff is not friendly or helpful at all. During my two visits they ignored me when I approached…read morethe counter with items to try on and continued talking with their friends. Plenty of other wind shops in Hood River, I suggest anyone reading this save their time and visit another one. Cheers

Got loaded up with some great used wing foiling gear from the consignment section. Chris and Cruz…read morewere super knowledgeable and awesome people to speak with! Crazy friendly to anybody that walked in the door! Love the atmosphere, people and products!

The go to spot for wind surfing, foiling, standup boarding, biking gear in Hood River OR!read more

Gear, clothes, water and wind toys to select from abound at Big Winds! The only thing more…read morememorable is the great service and attention from the team. We always feel like family whether we're together in the store or sharing the stoke on the river.

Had my dropper blow out the day before a huge bike packing trip. Rolled into the shop at 4:30 (half…read morean hour before close). The mechanic was more than willing to take a look, and ended up staying late to replace my dropper! Everyone in the shop was very helpful, we are incredibly grateful.

I rarely leave reviews for places, but I had an exceptional experience and want others to be able…read moreto have the same experience. I went in with my family to buy a helmet for my son and went up to ask "the guy at the counter" if the fit was right. He took a look and shared his insight that it looked a little big, but the other cheek pads could help. He walked back with us and spent time walking us through the helmet and adjusted the pads to get the right fit. He stayed with us and did an amazing job working to connect with my kids (about martial arts, and why protective gear makes a lot of sense when riding). We were then past the time they were closed and he kept answering my questions, helping in a number of different areas. As we were wrapping up, I asked his name and he shared it is Kurt and that he was the owner of the shop and was very complimentary of my family. This was the perfect example of the benefit of a shop where you can go in and tap into the knowledge of the people working there. Make this your next stop for bike gear!

I've been using Sailworks sails for about 8 years now, and I have to say I've never been happier in…read moremy 30 years of windsurfing. Their easy rigging, combined with great low-end power and smooth handling provide a near-effortless windsurfing experience, important as I grow older!(64) Sailworks service is easily the best in the business as well, and they'll fix ANY sail for you, usually overnight if they have the right material in the loft, which they usually do. When I walked into the loft with a Hucker I had stupidly punched my knee through, Dale took the still-dripping sail from me and started working on it right there! I picked it up the next morning, good as new. Sailworks will definitely be my brand for life.

The folks at the Sailworks loft are extremely helpful. I managed to damage my Retro 6.5 during a…read moresession at the Event site. A few folks at the beach recommended that I speak with Bruce from Sailworks. Coincidentally, Bruce (the owner) and Dale (who is an expert at sale repair) arrived at the site 30 minutes later to test out some new sails. They both kindly took time out of their busy day to assess my sail, tossed it in their van, and had it perfectly repaired for me by the next day! Thanks guys!

Just back from an epic 4-day rafting trip on the wild and scenic Rogue River in southern Oregon. We…read morehad the best trip - great weather, delicious food cooked by our guides, fun people, amazing rapids and scenery along the way. I highly recommend this trip with Northwest Rafting Company. Their guides are knowledgeable and know the river. They clearly explain the plan for each rapid and we always felt safe while having FUN! The guides are are kind, funny and helpful. So fun to get to know them during the trip.

We had an incredible week on the River with this a group! By coincidence, my. Issues and I (NOT…read moreexperienced) went with a larger group of VERY experienced kayak and rafting enthusiasts. I was initially worried that we'd be in dangerous waters, so to speak. But, this staff showed a level of professionalism above and beyond! Their skill, their devotion to safety, and their drive to make every day entertaining and fun, was amazing! Big thanks to Daniel, Claire, Michael, Joshua, and Austin! I feel like I have new family!! Simply the BEST!!!

I went on one of your first trips in 1972. It was Pacific High School class of '72, and we had a…read morefantastic time. I can't believe you are still going strong. Congratulations Mr. Lindford. Mr. Daly was my Social Studies teacher. You are the best of the best!

We just got back from a 3 night, 4 day family adventure with Echo on the Rogue River in Southern…read moreOregon. It was spectacular. The guides (Kaela, Laurie, Dustin, Mike and Nate) worked like dogs to make the trip safe, fun for kids and relaxing for the adults. There was coffee ready every morning. Delicious breakfast. Yummy lunch. Great dinners with plenty of beer, wine and sodas. Laurie, our "Food Dude," was even kind enough to bring along Pringles as a special request/treat for the kids. We ended up asking Echo to supply our tents and sleeping bags. I read the earlier review about a sandy tent, but ours were clean and in good condition. It made the trip all the more relaxing for our family to not have to worry about packing our camping gear. We just threw our clothes in a bag and were ready to hit the water. As an aside, my husband is a seasoned drift boater/rafter who has been on the Rogue (and many other rivers) on his own many times. He was hesitant about going on a guided trip, but was pressured into it by me - a mom who wanted some down time from cooking, prepping, etc. His one complaint was that he couldn't drink beer while on the river. Of course, this is a safety issue, so he gets it overall and enjoyed his time otherwise. I think it is a testament to the entire Echo team that he ended up having a great time and would love to travel with them again. If you are looking to take a trip on the Rogue (or Salmon!) River, I highly recommend that you consider Echo.

I've been buying gear from Windance for many years and would highly recommend Windance. Purchased…read morea quiver of kites last year, consigned my old ones, and am headed there now for a new quiver of wings. Oliver has helped me the last few years, and he is very knowable of both kite and wing gear.

Windance is fantastic…read more Great selection of gear, great vibes, the staff is always high-stoke and helpful. Definitely feels like a pillar of the windsport community, and not just in the gorge. The consignment area of the shop is a great amenity, and theyve got a pretty good demo fleet of boards, foils, etc if you want to try something out. Theyve also got the best windsport hardware section with all the different bolts, nuts, doodads etc that i seem to misplace at an alarming cadence. My singular complaint is that whenever im in town my bank account seems to mysteriously drain down... its the weirdest thing

What a great store! Part of the Oregon Wildlife Foundation, it feels good to know part of the money…read moreI'm spending is going to a good cause. They have lots of great gifts! For children there are books and stuffed animals. Books for adults, too! Many focused on wildlife, gardening, hiking and nature. Plus sweatshirts, t-shirts, jackets, hats, fashion jewelry, stunning colorful glass ornaments and some really pretty textured throw blankets. Also a few blankets in PNW patterns. In the back corner there is an area dedicated to food and pantry items from Oregon called the Farmers Market. Jams, chocolate, hazelnuts, honey and other items stock the shelves. Soon they will be selling local beer, wine and cider. The store is laid out nicely with lots of room to browse. Customer service was great! The woman working there was very enthusiastic about their products telling me about the history, the foundation and future plans. No surprise, I ended up buying a pair of earrings! I swear I could open my own jewelry store! Will definitely visit again while making my rounds in Oak Street.

Great staff and gift shop. This is a must-stop in shop if you are in Hood River.read more