Service was great here! Came in looking for one thing and came out with exactly what I wanted. Very efficient. The store is pretty small but has a lot. If you are into skating and need a new deck, wheels, etc. this is the perfect place to go. They have snowboards, roller skates, accessories, and more. Would recommend read more

Thuro - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Purchased a OneWheel GT and accessories to go with it. I live about an hour away so I opted for shipping as their hours of operation happened to be while I work. They reached out personally to let me know something I ordered was out of stock, made sure I was happy with a replacement and took payment over the phone for the upgrade. The best deal I've gotten on a board. Their value is amazing! I will definitely be returning for my accessories and maybe a new board next year! Support your local business! read more

When in for the first time with my friend to try some skates and see What better fit me... but I never got to do that the guy immediately look for a pair that he thought was good for me and kept pushing and pushing me to pay before I can even try them on.... I ended up returning the skates because They were not comfortable... A very awkward and unpleasant experience To focus on making money fast! read more

Had a very easy time renting, and ultimately deciding to buy my first pair of blades! The process was very easy, and staff helped me decide what I wanted, and how to use it safely without making me feel like an idiot, which is huge for me. First timers: you can rent a new pair of blades and then they just deduct the cost of the rental if you decide you want to keep them. read more

Thuro - Rollerblade 80mm RB Cruisers - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've been inline skating since 1992 and for the first time ever in December of 2020, I started to buy parts and skates online. Normally (if applicable) I support my local shops, even when I lived in Spain this was the case, but I will be honest, buying online has changed my views on a LOT of things. First off- it takes a LOT of faith and trust to give a business, especially a small business, hundreds or thousands of dollars of your hard-earned money and hope that they hold up their end of the deal and don't scam you, or screw up your order. Back in December I didn't know who to really trust, so I bought a little from everyone. Inline Warehouse, Inline Skates, Peter Glenn, Pro Skaters Place and even several overseas stores like Clic N Roll, Xtremeinn, Bladeville and This is Soul. I was surprised at how many great options there were and more so by how much bigger a selection I could get by looking outside my local shop. By searching more and more I eventually found Thuro Shop in early January. It made sense that since they were geographically the closest to me, that it would be quicker getting things and maybe they could possibly become my "virtual" local shop. They did seem to have quite a few negative reviews from other customers, but I try to give everyone a chance and took a "see what happens attitude" with them. My first two orders were shipped and arrived in an appropriate amount of time. I was disappointed that instead of actually packing the skates in packing boxes (like 100% of the other companies I've bought from have) they opted to simply tape up the Rollerblade box and put a label on it. This obviously not only ruined the boxes themselves, but since they didn't put signature requirements on the orders, when delivery dropped it off in front of my condo- the whole world was aware that brand new Rollerblades were sitting on my porch. (3) pairs of skates totaling around $750.00. Not safe. Never the less at least the products were shipped and arrived. I placed a third order, this time for parts because I needed a set of wheels, a frame and I ordered a custom color kit - about $210 worth of product. For no reason what so ever, the shop dragged their feet on getting it out to me. Even when I called and wrote emails, I was told there was a 2-3 day processing time and that it was being shipped to me- only to find out that it wouldn't even be dropped off to the shipper until the evening of the 5th day. I received my order after 10 days and they sent me (1) set of wheels instead of (2). I called and when I finally got through they apologized and said they would send me the missing set. I never received any follow up because he shipped it the cheapest USPS flat-rate method possible and this took 6 days to get to me. I opened the bag to find that he had sent me a different set of wheels. Not just graphics and hubs, but completely different profiled wheels (1st set- bullet 2nd set- round) and when I finally got through to the shop again he suggested I use the 2 different types. WTH?!?! Two different sets of 3 X 110 with different profiles? I shipped back both sets for a refund. You would think a small business would try to take care of a customer who's spent almost a thousand dollars in a month, but not this place. This is BY FAR the worst online skate option for me and I can now see the other negative reviews are well warranted. read more

Once there used be a wide variety to choose from when purchasing rollerblades. Now, we pretty much have (heaven help us), Dick's Sporting Goods... That was until I found Thuro. Awesome shop. Awesome customer service. Knowledgeable about their products. I can't say enough good things about them. I was able to find the blades I wanted, in my size and in stock. I couldn't find them anywhere on the internet. Bravo! read more

My husband and I wanted to learn how to rollerblade... we found Gabe online and had a great experience learning the basics. He was very patient with us, and gave us different drills to practice. He provided useful pointers for us, as we are beginners. We highly recommend him!! read more

It was fine. Place was a mess but they were nice. It's great we have local businesses still in business after the Commie Cold closed everything down. read more

I was able to grab an incredible pair of skates here. Super friendly and Knowledgeable staff helped me figure out what I needed. Best to pre order online although I was able to grab something day of. read more

The best!!! Had a friend visiting boston who wanted a skateboard here and we searched so many places but this was the best!! The owner was so helpful and friendly!! Definitely coming back! read more

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They have some really interesting stock, with items that I couldn't find anywhere else near me. The people running the shop are really nice and it seems like they're actively engaged in the local skating scene. I would definitely recommend you check this place out before you order anything from a different store, especially if you're local to Boston. You can also order online and pick up in person or get it delivered, which I appreciate for this type of store. This is definitely the best shop in near Massachusetts for people into inline skating. read more

The best Skate-Shop I've ever been to and I've been around the block! They've got everything you want/need and I'd bet they'll bend over backwards to procure w/e rare item you might seek! 10/10 service! I've been going to Thuro since June 2016 and I can't ever stop coming back. You can come to the shop to discuss w/e questions you might have too. I started here for my E-Skate needs and now I'm a returning customer as I start learning how to snowboard. Just scooped so much amazing gear to shred the mountain last night! It doesn't matter if you've never shredded a day in your life! Gabe, or whoever's at the shop, just wants to help! I love the no pressure to buy atmosphere! This shop will never try to up-sell you! Never!. And honestly, that's saying something b/c there's loot to be made by selling expensive high margin equipment but they will not do that. If you don't need or want the crème de la crème, they won't even mention it! :) Keep in mind that local skate shops struggle to stay in business and Thuro still doesn't try squeeze every last dime they can out of their customers!!! Amazing! Think about that the next time you're about to click check out on some random website trying to save a few bucks... Please call the shop and I'd bet they'll work w/ you to get you your stuff. I've never heard Gabe complain a day in my life. He works so hard to make sure your shreds are perfect! He can service your gear and even if your gear is broken, he can probably fix it! W/e you need done, Thuro will turn it around in record time and get it out the door. If you need rentals they've got you too! This shop honestly deserves to be a Massachusetts landmark! For Skaters and shredders we are not worthy :') Thanks Thuro! read more

I bought a pair of Chaya rollerskates from Thuro last summer for $250. I tried on a few different sizes in the shop and determined the size 40 was the best fit. When I got home and put the skates on, I noticed that the left skate felt weirdly tight, but I was eager to get skating, so I ignored it. After a few weeks of skating, I finally realized they had sent me home with a mismatched pair of skates--the left skate is a 39 and the right is a 40. I emailed the shop right away to let them know. No reply. So I follow up. No reply. I start calling the shop, getting sent to voicemail, leaving messages. No one calls me. Finally I get through to someone, and I explain the situation and ask him if they can get me a left skate in the right size or refund me. He tells me to "just come into the shop." I tell him that I live an hour away, plus I don't want to go inside because, ya know, pandemic. He insists that I come into the shop. I ask if he can just tell me what they can do for me over the phone, reminding him I paid for a pair of matching skates...not two different skates. He puts me on hold for a while and then tells me they can't get me a matching set because I already wore the skates and they don't have any in stock in my size--the only thing they can offer me is a *discount* whenever they get the skates back in (though they have no idea when that will be). I tell him that I don't want to buy another pair because I already paid for the skates, *they* gave me the wrong sizes. Isn't this like customer service 101??? Eventually, because this is going nowhere, I ask him to send me an email so I have it in writing what they're going to do to fix the situation. Surprise, no email. TL;DR This shop sent me home with two different sized roller skates and then straight up refused to fix their mistake. I will never be shopping here again, obviously. read more

Thuro hooked me up with some new bearings on my Carver surf skate. Go here for all your surf and skate needs!

I received my items! However, the skates didn't come in the manufacture's box so I found it odd when I couldn't find the skate brake which as a newbie to inline skating I kind of wanted to leverage. I'm used to quads, but the skates that were offered as a replacement to me were fitness skates that protrude significantly more from the front more than the initial ones I picked out. But I didn't know that till I received them. I picked out a Rollerblade Bladerunner Formula 80 Skates Men size 4 (fits a Wide 5.5 foot perfectly) and received a Woman's MACROBLADE 90 W Size 6. The frames were a lot longer and I feel pretty duped for agreeing to that as a replacement. I was so anxious to have my order fulfilled I did agree to the first thing the sales representative on the phone sent me. So shame on me. They did give me a chance to cancel the order, but I still wanted the knee pads and they already had them pulled out in a box ready for shipping. Like why make you put them back? Overall, was really disappointed with the whole experience, I really don't feel like attempting to go through a return process with them, so I'll make do with what I received. I'm sure this place is great for seasoned skaters who know the in and outs of different skate styles. But a person who's new I'd suggest extensive researching prior and don't say yes just because they say it's better quality. read more

Thuro is an awesome skate and snow shop in the Boston area. They have by far the best selection of longboard gear in the area - Loaded, Orangatang, Paris, Riviera, Predator, Divine, RDVX, G-Form, Rayne, Landyachtz, Sector 9.. The list goes on! Thuro is a big supporter and organizer in the Boston LB scene. They also carry plenty of street skate hard goods, plus gear for snow, inline skate and scooters. There is something for everyone! Best of all the staff is knowledgeable, helpful and unpretentious. Everyone is welcome and will come away with great gear at a great price. Definitely worth your visit! read more

Thuro - Posing with the shop owner in front of their awesome new Riviera and Paris window displays - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I found this shop randomly because I was Google ing a specific wheel for my skates. They had them - I ordered them - shipped the next day and I just received them. So stoked because everyone's out of this wheel. Yaaa 5 stars :) read more

Gabe is a great guy, awesome shop. Pretty much anything you need to shred. Also an awesome selection of griptape ;) read more

Thuro - Outdoor Gear Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I am a novice skateboarder who is getting into it because of my kids. The staff at Thuro have been an amazing resource. We started the kids off with lessons through the shop, and they have helped me to upgrade their trucks, wheels and boards as the kids grew into it. They also sell inline skating equipment, snowboards and surfboards. It is clear that the staff are tremendously knowledgeable and willing to help anyone from a novice like me, up to expert downhill riders. read more

I love this shop. It has that true, local shop vibe that I remember as a kid. Everyone working there seems to be real skaters, skiers, or boarders. There is real passion there. I love that they still carry aggressive inline skates. It's rare to see them in a store, especially the variety here. If it carves through snow or rolls on wheels, buy it here. read more

Had my skates sharpened here for the past three years. The owners and staff are so professional and helpful. Prices are very reasonable. In fact, they were the best rates I've seen. Highly recommend. They did a great job with my skates. read more

Decided to take up inline skating again to kick the COVID weight because I used to enjoy doing it when I was younger. After doing some research online and winding up more confused than I was before, I decided to check out a store to ask some people more knowledgeable. They made a recommendation for a pair that turned out well, and were able to grab me some wrist guards/a helmet as well. They answered all my questions and were extremely friendly. Would recommend to anyone. read more

Didn't get full order. Business did not answer attempts for communication and I had to file a dispute with my credit card company. Thuro shop then contacted me saying they will only make it right if I cancel the dispute, stating they couldn't not make their mistake right unless I tell my credit company things were already fixed. Avoid this scam business. read more

Fully stocked, super well intentioned, super knowledgeable with great interdisciplinary knowledge of all shredding related sports. Deeply involved in and committed to what they do. Community oriented in the absolute best and broadest sense. read more

Just wanted to re-do my review and say thank you to you guys for reaching out and taking really good care of me after some confusion. Ordering online especially during a pandemic gets crazy.... the magic of Thuro really happens in person. Thanks for going above and beyond to make things right and I look forward to staying on as a loyal customer. read more

Perfect place to buy inline skates if you don't really know much about it. They will put you in the best skates and work with your budget. Their prices are the same or better than the internet and the staff is really helpful. read more

The service is friendly and helpful. It's a nice local sports store with a great selection. Really enjoyed the visit and brought 2 ice skates. Would definitely come back again if I need any skating equipment or have questions about the sports. read more

1st time leaving a review on Yelp. I placed an order online and got a reply back from Gabe that they didn't have it in my foot size. I was a little upset but Gabe and the team helped me go through a few changes in my order. I appreciate the patience, advice and customer service they provided. I will continue purchasing with Thuro Skates!! Can't wait for my new inlines to arrive. read more

Gabe is the best! We signed our daughter up for skateboarding lessons and Gabe is an amazing coach. He is patient, creative, and works with the individuals at their pace. We couldn't be happier with the time and attention he puts in with our skater. His calming presence makes her want to try even harder. It's a great place to take a lesson or two or thirty. We've visited the shop too and found everything we needed. Super responsive to phone calls and making sure our needs are met. Could not recommend more highly read more

On 2018.04.12 I went to this shop to get the buckle replaced on my old TRS lightning rollerblades. The employee warned me that old skates get brittle, and tried to interest me in some new skates. Upon my first skate after he installed the buckle, the cuff ripped apart, with the tear starting where he bolted the buckle to my skates. I initially chalked it up to old brittle skates, as he warned. However, a year later I went to salvage some parts from the old skates, and upon closer examination it is quite clear that his installation used a bolt much bigger than the hole in the plastic it went into. He only got it in by screwing it down with force, and it was quite predictable that the cuff was going to rip, although I don't know if the rip had already started in the store or when I put them on. I see from my credit card records that this "repair" cost me $30.61. Not only am I out the dough, I am out a rollerblade. Thanks, Thuro. read more

Gabe and the store offer a great range of products and knowledge about winter and summer stoke!

Great store. The staff is super helpful. They have great prices, and they go the extra mile to help their customers. 5-star rating for sure. Thanks Thuro Skate Shop! read more

My Son and I can not say enough about what a great shop this is! The owner was so kind and waited for us to get to the shop to look at trick scooters for my son. He had several options waiting for us and price points as well. They have everything you could possibly need and then some in their store. We are truly thankful to them for giving us such a great experience! We will be back to buy any future skate related gear that we may need as well as try some of the skate lessons they offer :) Again a HUGE thank you! My son is over the moon excited to use his new scooter. read more

Highly recommend bought my aggressive inline skates here These guys are awesome here highly recommend getting any skating equipment here

Be aware of thieves! DO NOT buy online!!! I have purchased inline skates. They shipped it in the original box without additional packaging. I ignored it even though it is unusual for online stores. The skates fit fine so I didn't need to return it. After that I order helmet which was shipped in some duck-taped cardboard. Not even in a box. That was already confirming their professionalism but I was giving them benefit of the doubt. Unfortunately this item was wrong size and I had to return it, and exchange it for a better fit. I contacted the store by email, and David Holm told me to ship it back. I shipped it by FedEx with tracking number and the return was signed by David H. but the email communication died. I never got reply to my emails nor ever seen my money. Fortunately I found better stores online and I am ordering new Sebas from Seattle. TL;DR I have returned item, shipped with tracking, and never got money or reply from the store. read more

Exactly what I was hoping to experience. Got assistance selecting the right fit for the first pair of skates I've had since high school. Also got help selecting the right helment for both myself and my wife along with recommendations and suggestions for other gear. Despite being a brick and mortar retail shop, they had a signifactly larger selection of skates than online retailers. I got the opportunity to see Thuro's warehouse where they have a massive space with a half pipe and all sorts of ramps for conducting lessons, which I'll definitely be siging up for. Gabe was super helpful and I couldn't be happier with the customer service. read more

I literally never do this. This might be my first time, but I had to give a shout out to the guy who helped me both times I came to the shop. I believe his name is Yvonne, 250 lb sporty guy. I knew nothing about longboards except that I wanted to try it. He took the time to explain everything I needed to know to make the right decision. And he explained it like we were best friends with zero condescension. This past weekend, two weeks after my first visit, he helped me again. I sorted out the last of my questions and I took home a Loaded Tan Tien. I rode that thing all day Saturday and all day Sunday. So thank you Yvonne and I survived my first two days. read more

We took my son there to build a board. The team was so awesome and helpful to us. Really appreciate the expertise and care.

I ordered a demo snowboard off the Thuro website a couple months ago. It was on sale for a close out price and the listing said there were two of the boards left and that there were some signs of wear where the bindings had been attached. I also expected there could be a knick or two - no biggie, it was worth saving money for me. The photo used in the listing was a stock photo. However when I received my board, there was an expected scratch or two but shockingly the edges were extremely rusted out, over 50% of the edges were completely orange and pitted. I called the shop immediately and expressed my concerns and disappointment. The guy on the phone basically said, well it was a demo board and it was cheap. I told him that I was shocked a snowboard shop would even send out a board in such condition and why wasn't this noted (at minimum) or photographed in the description. He also said they would be sure to update the listing for the second board but of course, that doesn't help me any. He offered me a $11.99 gift card to their website. I appreciated the gesture, I guess, but getting the board fixed was going to cost me more than that. Also, the shipping for online orders is $10, so really it was 2 bucks. Anyway, I worked on the rust some myself and am pretty sure I can't get it all off without a professional tune up and I am still pretty disappointed. read more

I wanted to learn how to skateboard and e-skate and found that Thuro does group and individual lessons for cheap. I signed up for a private lesson - David the owner was very accommodating and was pretty flexible with the scheduling. The lesson was one hour long, covered safety equipment, how to safely stop, how to turn, how to bail, what to do at higher speeds. At the end I felt like I knew how to keep myself safe and how to enjoy the skateboard. I signed up for two more lessons to get even more comfortable (they have a three-lesson package, highly recommended). The shop has a large selection of skateboards and e-skateboards too. Highly recommended. read more