Phil has been so wonderful to work with! I live in Ontario, and wanted to replace my Zoot Wetsuit…read moreand he is the only supplier in Canada. Phil was patient and spent a time calling both the Zoot Supplier (USA) and myself a few times, to ensure what I ordered was the perfect fit. I could tell he truly cared about hooking me up with the product that I was looking for. He was even gracious when I had to return the wetsuit and exchange sizes, and called me with updates when the parcel was being mailed out. If you are placing an online order ...do not hesitate to reach out to Phil at 2:18 Run! Thanks!!

Phil knows what he's talking about when it comes to running shoes. I've bought 6 pairs from him…read more Zoom racer, Pegasus 36, streak fly knit, free 3.0, free 5.0, streak 6. He specializes in Nike. He has never disappointed me with his recommendations. His enthusiasm is motivating. I love being able to support a local, small business.

I've ordered 3 custom shoes from here and never disappointed! The high quality imaging is AMAZING…read more I have given the shoes as gifts to multiple friends and had their beloved pets pictures on the shoes. It's hard to find a company that prints the images so effortlessly and for a GREAT price. Not to mention, the customer service is fantastic and timely. They always get back to me quickly with mock ups or last minute additions. Gotta love a company that is so kind, efficient and has a great product. If you need some custom shoes or want to make a personal gift for a friend, this is the place to be! Thanks Baggins, I will continue to order with yall:)

I ordered a custom pair of Chuck's for my husband for father's day and they did not disappoint!…read more The sneakers came out amazing. My husband loves them and they are the major topic whenever he wears them

We had a great experience at the Victoria store. My wife has very hard to fit feet, different…read moresizes, bunions and orthotics. Nathan helped her with a foot scan, then patiently helped her in to various models and widths until she found just the right pair. He really was knowledgable and went out of his way to make sure she got the right shoes.

Aidan, you helped me find the shoes of my dreams. I wasnt sure what style I was after but I knew I…read morewanted New Balances. Aidan helped me pick out different shoes that suited 'the vibe' I was going for. He offered pristine fashion advice, he was a pleasant conversationalist and went above and beyond in ordering New Balances in for me! I can't wait to pick them up and to shake hands with this employee. I bet they're an aquarius, so you already know they have good vibes. NB is lucky to have an employee like Aidan *thumbs up emoji*

Robinson's Outdoors is exactly the kind of independent shop that reminds you why local stores still…read morematter. The staff were genuinely friendly, approachable, and--most importantly--knowledgeable. They actually took the time to answer questions and make sure I understood what I was looking at, instead of just pointing me to a shelf. You get the sense they really know their gear and care about helping you make the right choice. Sure, you can buy outdoor stuff on Amazon, but you're not going to get any level of service. There's real value in being able to talk to someone who's an expert and can guide you properly. Overall, an amazing experience--I'll definitely be back.

I love visiting Robinson when in Victoria. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. The…read moreselection of gear is top notch, this past visit I got some Smartwool leggings. I am always happy to support and give my dollar to local businesses that encourage people to get outside!

Still Life is a boutique that has been around since '84, but has totally revamped in terms of…read moreoffering more of local designers in '07 when the ownership changed. They offer clothing, shoes, accessories, and clothing for both men and women, and the selection is pretty large! Brands include Storm & Marie, Filippa K, Sunja Link, and OSC. After a recent trip to Canada, I've been kind of super obsessed with some Canadian brands and want to hoard some more - there was one designer (Sunja Link) that I really fell in love with, but her new pieces are always out of stock or sold out completely within days! Still Life came to the rescue when they had a certain item in a different color that I was eyeing on, so I snagged it. They were also having some great sales, so I was able to purchase a winter jacket (OSC) as well! I also love that you can count on the fact that the pieces that you receive will be of high quality and made extremely well. I loved the super great deals, the semi-quick shipping (there was a little snafu in terms of getting the package to me, but I just need to request a signature authorization the next time), the careful shipment/packaging, as well as the great customer service follow-up (a representative actually reached out see if I received my order and if everything was of perfect quality!). If you're looking for independent and awesome local Canadian designer goods, check Still Life out! :D +great selection of Canadian designer goods +great customer service! +occasional deals and sales

I was feeling a bit blue because it has been a long and hard pandemic and nothing fits me. After an…read moreafternoon shopping and not finding anything, I walked into this shop and I was very hopeful because everything looked really cute from the get-go. I was looking to buy a few new items. I am also very cognizant that we are in a global pandemic and I have been sanitizing my hands and wearing a mask consistently. I do have an autoimmune issue, so I am aware. I am not the type of person who ignores public health mandates, but I was just so excited to be in this store I didn't see the hand sanitizer to the right as I walked in. AS soon as I started looking, like maybe I had been in the shop for about 5 seconds, this lady storms over to me and loudly demands I use the sanitizer. It was just so abrupt and really rude and embarrassing, I couldn't even respond. Her tone was so off-putting and made me feel like I was absolute trash. I worked in boutiques in New York for years in my 20s and waited tables as a college student and as a graduate student. I never spoke to people like this. Ever. It was clear to me by her really abrasive attitude that I didn't belong in that store so I sanitized my hands and left literally in tears.

This is a slightly better version of REI and in Canada. Very well stocked for all outdoor…read moreactivities. We looked specifically at hiking pants and bouldering shoes and gear. Really good inventory from entry to higher end models. They have their own in house brand just like most of the other outdoor stores.

This was our first time here in Victoria British Columbia. We decided to check out this place full…read moreof sporting and camping equipment. MEC is a membership store it only costs $5 to join. The "WASHROOM" as it's called over here was clean. There's a large selection of everything you could possibly need for camping, biking, hiking and backpacking. It is an interesting place to visit and browse. My husband is very interested in cycling. He got on the demo Tacx bike which generates power and is an interactive game which you ride in competitions in famous locations like Central Park. As my husband rode a crowd gathered to watch and cheer. He was riding hard, shifting gears and working up a sweat!! He was not in his riding outfit or clip on shoes, but he rode quite a distance and was ready to buy if we weren't so far from home. The price is a huge factor. Our son briefly tried out the Tacx bike and thought it was awesome.

They had such good deals on shoes. They also had a lot of other merchandise like clothing, back…read morepacks, candles, hats, etc. I would say most things were fairly priced and there were also a lot of sale items. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Fun shoe store with a selection of cool and funky shoes not usually available elsewhere.read more

Simply peering in the window will do your closet a great disservice…read more Go inside and meet Niomi and her fabulous staff. A new addition to the Victoria shopping scene, they've filled the spot between Pig and the entrance to the Atrium. With floor to ceiling windows and a beautiful interior, you'll wish your closet had this lighting, not to mention to the space. While it looks amazing with the shoes set up more like art than those boring old shoe racks you're used to, Head Over Heels has a range of prices and offers. From affordable, sustainable, fabulous TOMS, to handmade Spanish and German brands you've never heard of, and some staples from Birkenstock that you'll never grow tired of. They have a ton of great local and Canadian-made jewelry, and hand bags and are excited to be open, so the service is really great. They are looking to start supporting some local women's groups with shoe donations too, so you'll really be embracing a new business in the Victoria shopping community that's out to do some good. So nice to see a TOMS (I'm a superfan) selection beyond the classics. They have some awesome wedges that will soon be mine. The handmade Spanish numbers have my name on them too. Check it out, you'll love this new shoe shop in town!