The Spot Archery

I want to start this review by highlighting the representative who helped me tremendously. His name…read morewas Hudson. At first, I got there and I didn't know my ass from my elbow. I walked in and immediately went to the firearm purchase lane. During the 5-10 minutes I sat there, nobody stopped me. It wasn't until I asked another associate who was in the ammo section if he could help me with ammo. He looked at me puzzled and said, "No." Of course I thought to myself, "Okay, maybe I should leave," but then he told me to go into the ammo line. Once I was in the ammo line, I didn't wait long before I was signaled over by another associate. This associate's name was Hudson. Long story short, we started chatting, developed a good rapport, and he ended up saving me a ton of money on range ammunition. What could have been a bad experience turned out to be a positive one, and like I said, I ended up going easy on my wallet, which was great. I highly recommend going to Sportsman's Warehouse for any ammunition or firearm needs, given the knowledge that Hudson had after speaking with him.

This store I go into all the time to get my needs for outdoorsman ship sometimes is fast and…read moresometimes it's slow.

Waiting to test..

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'Cause its a lawless world and getting worse.

Turner's Outdoorsman

3.1(75 reviews)

4.1 mi

Store was a little hectic and busy for a Sunday afternoon. The girl at the gun counter was nice and…read moreshowed me how to get in the queue on the tablet. I get that it is busy. it's Fresno and I'd be strapped too if I lived in a California city with over half a million people. A couch would be an awesome addition to the store for customers to sit in instead of staring at the same pistols and rifles for an hour. Albeit they do have a nice selection of affordable firearms. The salesman that sold me my rifle was Gabriel and he was kind and patient with me. He showed me the how everything worked and made sure I knew how to safely unload and operate it. He was able to find a way to make my real id work with my P.O. Box on it. If you live in a rural area and have a P.O. Box on your id, you need to have something with your physical address on it that has been issued by a state agency such as a fishing license, car registration, utility bill from your city with the state agency on the paperwork and address. It's a busy store and everyone is excited to buy their piece. Be prepared to wait awhile. It's California. Just be patient and have all your paperwork ready beforehand. This was my first time going to a Turners store and everyone there was nice. I read the reviews on here before going and I must say that it's not the staffs fault for the store being busy. They are under an extreme amount of pressure to make every single letter of everything perfect so that you don't waste your time or theirs. The process might be slow because they don't want to mess up your background check over a hyphen in your name or a number in your address. The only reason for the 4 stars is because they could definitely use another person or two at the gun counter to deal with the flow of customers. Also somewhere to sit while you wait your turn. Definitely do some research on the piece you want to buy before going in. You may find out you want something totally different.

559 Armory: Unprofessional, Predatory, and Utterly Disgraceful Business Practices…read moreI recently attempted to complete a firearm purchase at 559 Armory, only to be met with egregious overreach, blatant opportunism, and a complete disregard for customer rights and basic fairness. Due to a minor name discrepancy between my prior purchase record (under a nickname variant) and my current identification--fully documented and legally updated--the California DOJ indicated that the dealer retained discretion to proceed with the transfer. This is standard procedure in such cases, allowing responsible dealers to exercise reasonable judgment and facilitate lawful sales. 559 Armory chose instead to categorically refuse, citing internal policy preferences that appear rooted more in personal or political bias than in any legitimate compliance concern. Rather than honoring their role as a licensed firearms dealer committed to upholding Second Amendment rights, they elected to block the transaction entirely--despite the firearm never leaving their inventory and no actual restocking or handling being required. Compounding this refusal, they then imposed a staggering $300 restocking fee on the full refund of my prepaid purchase (including additional magazines I had legitimately acquired). This fee is patently excessive, punitive, and--based on California regulations limiting such charges in firearm transactions--potentially unlawful when no genuine restocking occurs. The result: I was denied my constitutionally protected right to acquire a means of self-defense, lost significant funds to an unjustified penalty, and received zero meaningful assistance or accommodation from staff who seemed more interested in retaining profit than serving customers. This is not the conduct of a reputable firearms retailer. It is the hallmark of a business that exploits regulatory gray areas for financial gain while cloaking itself in selective compliance. Their website touts "lowest fees and pricing" and "best customer experience," yet my experience reveals the opposite: predatory fees, arbitrary gatekeeping, and contempt for paying patrons. To prospective customers in the Central Valley and beyond: Avoid 559 Armory at all costs. Their practices are not merely inconvenient--they are unethical, anti-customer, and fundamentally at odds with the principles they purport to support. Seek out dealers who demonstrate genuine professionalism, transparency, and respect for the law and their clientele. One star is generous; zero would be more accurate if the platform permitted it.

Ask a simple question and felt like I was lied to.

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Ammo

Fast N Save

4.0(4 reviews)

4.7 mi

•$

talked to some dude on the phone and asked a simple question and he gave me attitude for no reason…read morethen he hanged up on me

One stop shop for fishing enthusiasts from lures, poles, to live bait. They have it all plus cold…read moredrinks and snacks for the trip. Highly recommend this place not to mention super convenient to freeway.

Gloves and Hats

Fishing Supplies

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Fishing supplies

DICK'S Sporting Goods

2.7(46 reviews)

0.6 mi

I had to give a review of this store, because it is one of my favorite places to shop!!…read more I've purchased so many items here, from Nike shoes, to Nike apparel,; hoodies, shorts, leggings, tees, sports bras, socks., Fanny pack, back pack, head bands & UnderArmor gear as well as Fresno State gear and accessories. I recently purchased my son some Nike Air Force1, he usually buys online, but I like to go into a actual store lol. I wasn't able to find these anywhere else in Fresno! The customer service here is excellent and if you sign up for points rewards, you earn $10 off with every $300 you spend, and that's easy to do here lol.

Needed to get socks. Wanted Nike black short socks. Mine have holes in them from wearing so much!…read more Great music right when you walk in. Masks worn by workers and required. I was greeted by a nice worker who was happy to help and show me where the socks are located right when I walked in. They have a large selection of socks in different brands. Got my Nike short socks. Of course looked around too. They have tons of great stuff. When I went to checkout Nate, the same guy that greeted me checked me out. Very kind and easy to talk to. Wished a good day too! Great Nike socks & great service! Highly recommended!

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Great worker

Tactical and Practical

4.3(23 reviews)

4.6 mi

This is a great place for all of your practical and tactical needs! The owner is very knowledgeable…read moreand friendly. Great selection of items. This will be my go to place for all of my needs. Prices are very reasonable.

Horrible experience. Had some really nice parts and these guys could care less on how the results…read morecame out. Replacement upper would be nice.... GOOD LUCK FINDING ANOTHER ONE. Tier one a** hats in there with nothing better to do then run a social hour. Fred was great, Chris was great, Ernesto not so much... take your nice stuff elsewhere

Variety of items for guns and gears

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

2.9(49 reviews)

5.0 mi

Roomy, well stocked and spacious, what is not to like about this place?…read more A lot of the stuff is on the lower end, with not the best build quality, however, suitable for many people .. The shoe selection here is pretty extensive... it's hard not to be able to find something that does not interest. I like a little elbow room when I'm shopping. I get that here... I really wish they had another level of quality on their gym shorts. Definitely need something with a liner in it, but also would like a pocket or two with a zipper... Obviously, no walls can hold the vast selection that is available online, but you can also get this stuff ordering through the store.. I take a size 14 on my shoe. Needless to say most places do not carry that large size. ...they did here. Some can be ordered up to size 15. Cool. I ordered a pair of Meton 9 workout shoes here. The breathability and stability of the shoe is fantastic! The next best thing to micro fans placed on the interior of the shoe to cool your foot off... :) The app let me check in for in-store pick up... and once I went to the proper area, I don't think I waited more than 30 seconds! Not bad, for spoiling people even further! I imagine many people find themselves trying to avoid the following language: "I like Dick's." so, let me say it like this... this place rocks! -G

Earlier today (02/07) we took our daughter (4 year old) to look for shoes at DICK's. She came upon…read morethese Bluey Crocs. She carried them around the whole store and had her heart set on getting them. When we got to the register the cashier told us that she wouldn't be able to sell them until the 24th of that month. Mind you there was a whole wall of Bluey Crocs. I understand that some products have blocks on them by the manufacturer and there's nothing the store can do. But they offered no apology to us or our visibly upset daughter. A manger walked over and offered the same explanation "there's nothing we can do". The manger did not offer us an apology either. This was their fault and they took no accountability, offered no apology, or anything to remedy the situation. Do not take your children to this establishment because they simply do not care.

DICK'S Sporting Goods - The traction is impressive. Nike is stepping up their trail running game, competing with the likes of Solomon, Brooks, and Merrell.

The traction is impressive. Nike is stepping up their trail running game, competing with the likes of Solomon, Brooks, and Merrell.

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Great Black Friday deal! LOVE!!

Fresno Bait And Tackle

4.3(6 reviews)

7.3 mi

Awesome place and a great owner . Always helpful and my main shop for baits and fishing gear.read more

Had to stop by to visit and support this place of business. Super knowledgeable of products, wide…read morevariety of plastic and hard baits. Definitely recommend to any Angler.

Only the best tackle shop in town. Trout season is here so stock up on the best lures.

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Duck and Cover Tactical

4.7(13 reviews)

1.4 mi

Outstanding experience with Duck and Cover Tactical. Spike's knowledge, professionalism, and…read moreattention to detail are second to none. As a veteran, he brings a level of experience, discipline, and real world expertise that you simply can't fake. What really stands out, though, is how much he genuinely cares about his customers - he goes well beyond what's expected to make sure you're taken care of and get exactly what you need. Knowledgeable, trustworthy, and committed to doing things right. I highly recommend Duck and Cover Tactical!

My husband and I visited this store for the first time and were surprised by how we were treated…read morebecause of the reviews. Upon arrival, we were buzzed in, which was fine. However, once inside, we were greeted by a dog before seeing any staff. Unsure of where to go, I called out for assistance. My husband has a very real fear of dogs due to a traumatic childhood experience in which he witnessed another child lose their life from a dog attack. Although the dog in the store appeared very friendly, my husband remained by the door, visibly uncomfortable, hoping the owner would call the dog back. Instead of recognizing my husband's fear, the owner became extremely hostile. He aggressively told my husband to "get the F out" and "F him," insisting the dog was a service animal. When I tried to explain and apologize, I was also cursed at and told to "get the F out" simply for trying to deescalate the situation. I was so shaken that I nearly had an anxiety attack. This is a business open to the public, and the owner should be more mindful that not everyone is comfortable around dogs. There are respectful ways to handle situations like this. A responsible business owner should be able to recognize and respond appropriately to a customer's fear, especially when it involves an animal. This experience was incredibly upsetting and, in my opinion, handled with zero professionalism or compassion. That's just my experience and perspective but I strongly advise others to approach with caution. If the owner feels offended, he may respond with unprofessional aggression.

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

2.2(98 reviews)

9.3 mi

•$$$

We are doing soccer this years for the first time AYDEN and associate who's works there was very…read morehelpful on getting some cleats socks and well everything we need for a kid to be able to play soccer he definitely helped out to the max thank you very friendly!

Just a quick note to give a 10 outa 10 to Rob and Midori at Dick's shoe department, in Clovis!…read more Their product knowledge and friendly customer service was greatly appreciate by my wife and I today. Their ability to help her find the perfect pair of walking shoes was beyond my expectations. Previous visits to this store, for the purpose of buying new athletic shoes, were not at all as productive. I greatly appreciate the personal service we were afforded. Thank You!

Nice for reels tho..

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Charles G.

0

13

2

2 years ago

This was my first visit to The Spot facility. I had been shooting at Impact Archery in Clovis which was adequate but as a newcomer to the sport, I felt a little out of place unfortunately. With my first visit at The Spot, I was pleasantly surprised how I was treated by Steve and Kyle. They both treated me with respect and made me feel right at home. Needless to say, I was pleasantly surprised and settled in for a great practice session. Their facilities are top notch and I didn't feel like such an outsider. They eagerly answered any questions I had about how they ran their range and was quite impressed. If you're a newcomer to the sport of archery or bow hunting, The Spot is definitely the place I would recommend patronizing. I told them as I left the facility that they had made me a lifelong customer and overall, I had a great experience shooting at The Spot and you will too regardless of your archery experience or expertise. I would give them a solid 5 rating and would recommend them to anyone that was interested in delving into the sport... read more

Mark B.

47

2

0

7 years ago

Just dropped my bow off to get it tuned right. Will be a few days but I know it will be right. Bought my bow from them 2 years ago 2 weeks before my Kaibab hunt in AZ. Getting ready for another Kaibab hunt this August. I had new strings put on at the other place in Clovis only because I had gift certs that my buddies bought me for a Birthday present. They said my bow was all set up. NOT!!!! After a quick review by the fine guys at Spot my peep was not tied off, the cams were not in sync and something else was wrong. Bow will be back in my hands soon and better than new. Thank You Spot Archery for your great service and friendly staff. read more

John G.

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3

1

7 months ago

This is the best spot to buy your bow at if your thinking about it. I told Roger I was knew to Compound bows but I wanted to spend money on a bow well worth it and he suggested the paradigm because I was tall. It was the perfect bow for me definitely a great place to go for anything to do with bows definitely will be a returning customer in the future they told me they would have my bow finished in 3 to 4 days when I bought it they were so quick and finished it the next day huge shout out to this place definitely very great! read more

John M.

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1

0

2 years ago

I am new to this sport. Would just like to say I have received the best service even after some newbie mistakes I have made. I feel after a week proficient enough to go hunting after a few lessons and practice at home. Definitely better to go to a pro-shop than a corporation. Thank you Steve and Austin. read more

Mark W.

0

2

0

1 year ago

My son and I are enjoying a new found interest in archery thanks to the staff and facilities at The Spot Archery. Steve and Roger are knowledgeable and friendly. Stop by, look around and shoot some arrows........you won't be disappointed. read more

Ken F.

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2

0

8 years ago

Excellent shop and the personnel is phenomenal!! Very educational for beginners and a 5 Star service to boot. They work very hard to make sure you are set for the field. I'll never go anywhere else for archery needs. read more

Mike P.

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1

0

2 years ago

Spot archery is an awesome shop. Steve and Austin have been amazing at helping me get my bow and my shooting dialed in for my hunting season. I have been to a few archery shops and they are the best around. read more

Cole E.

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3

0

2 years ago

This is the best archery shop I've been to. Kyle was super helpful. I highly suggest if you have anything wrong with your bow, shooting technique, or if you just need some gear, they're the place to go too! read more

Cort d.

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1

0

2 years ago

These guys are great they know how to fix what you need and they care about what they do. I just had cable guide crack on my bow and I went in and they got it fixed in no time. read more

Kevin S.

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3

0

11 years ago

Very knowledgeable staff who don't lie to you about products to try and get you to buy things. Just an honest place that can help every level of archer. read more

Daniel H.

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3

0

8 years ago

Good place to start your day with the best time ever for you and your family I will recommend this place to anyone who wants to be in A safe place read more

Cheri L.

83

32

33

11 years ago

These guys are awesome so much more freindlier than the other place . Worth the drive.

Kim J.

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1

0

11 years ago

I agree, very knowledgeable and helpful! All of them!

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