Stopped here today. Fairly new business. Nice organized clean shop. Super friendly employee. Very…read moreknowledgeable. Great for boaters, paddle boarders, kayakers etc. Check it out!

From the owner: Gill has been at the forefront of technical marine apparel since 1975 and we continue to produce…read moreapparel and accessories designed for today's water lifestyle. Inspired by water, our range combines form, function and most importantly protection for whatever water-based outdoor activity you choose to do.

We did love the dighy and motor they sold us. Also incredibly supportive in learning how to use the…read moremotor. However they sold us a boat trailer without a title. we used that trailer three times. Once to drive across the state, once to put the boat in the water. when we took the boat out of the water the axle snapped. Also the lights never worked. I did leave a message to see if there was any warranty as we bought the trailer barely 3 months ago. No response. No call back. Now we are getting the trailer repaired and wondering how to get it registered without a title.

We don't post often, but when we find a great place - well, we need to share. We needed an impeller…read morefor our generator and also wanted to check out the consignment section of this shop, so we called in advance to check whether they stocked the impeller. The person who answered was very helpful, asked my name and said they'd set the impeller aside. We walked the 1.2 miles from town (it's what cruisers do) and got to the shop. We had our dog with us and asked if it would be OK to bring him in (it was about 85 degrees out and he was wiped). Not only could we bring him in, but they even provided him a bowl of water. The impellers were on the side, just like they said they'd be. We wandered around the store and it was a really cool place - lots of things you don't always see, and the consignment part of the store had some really neat things. After we paid for our stuff, we decided we wanted to cab it back. We called the cab company and they said they wouldn't allow dogs in their cabs. The owner's son said there was a pretty big storm coming, and he actually drove us back to the dinghy docks in his own car! I'm all about buying local and supporting local businesses. When you have customer service and friendliness like this, it's pretty much worth any price (and for the record, their prices were very reasonable). I would definitely recommend a visit, if just to check out the consignment area.

New to the area and Steve helped me out, exceeding all my…read more expectations as it pertains to being knowledgeable (both fresh and salt water), helpful (providing me with tips and hot spots), and providing a level of customer service (stayed half hour late answering my MANY questions) that made me want to give him a hug. What an experience. The last thing these people want to do is oversell/sell you something you don't need just to make a buck. They really do care about their customers. Thanks to Steve, I now have the equipment, knowledge, and confidence to go land some big ones!

Good service, friendly and nice selection. We will be coming here from now on. The RIGHT way to run…read morea business.

Thanks again to Tom Kearns and his kind staff at Ten Speed Spokes!! Even though they were super…read morebusy, they found time to fix my flat bike tire and get be back on the road riding the same day!! Always a helpful and kind group. Great biking community and store!!

I've bought a Specialized cruiser and some helmets here. I was surprised their prices are quite…read morecompetitive with the online outlets, so it's an obvious choice to buy local. Bike and helmets have been great. I also once asked about servicing an old bike, and they were honest with their assessment before doing the work (I ended up not spending the money / time on it).

Was looking for a particular kayak, and Kayak Centre had the boat. I purchased it over the phone,…read moreand was told to call 24 hours before I wanted to pick it up because it was "still in storage, not yet unwrapped by the store", and they would need to retrieve it. When I found the same boat much closer to me I called them to cancel my order and they charged me a "restocking fee" for a boat that had not yet been brought into the shop, or unwrapped. The fee I had to pay, over $260, is the charge when someone buys a boat, takes it home, and then returns it. I can understand a small penalty for "making" them write up a sales slip, but this was excessive.

Lovely spot to kayak! Super friendly staff and brand new equipment! The area can be a little busy…read morewith boat traffic but still so fun!

Island Surf & Sport is essentially two different stores in one. You got the surf shop down bottom…read moreand the clothing store up top. The store up top you can find a solid selection and variety from the latest surf and outdoor brands with in-season clothes as well as some of previous seasons items on sale. The Board Room down below you can find a vast choosing of the latest and greatest from shapers and boardmakers. In addition they offer a surf camp and private lessons to those trying to get started. Every time I visit I have found the people working to be helpful and willing to engage in a conversation about what I am looking for or helping me find the right fin for my board. It is important to buy local when shopping for a new board, wetsuit, or leash so the surfing community can continue in areas like Newport/Middletown.

I parked my car and walked around the side to the store and got yelled at by an employee that he…read morewas going to tow my car in 5 minutes if I didn't move, just assuming I was there for the race and not the store. Well I was going to the store but not anymore! I'll find somewhere that appreciates our business.

I cannot recommend this place. The staff are unprofessional and rude. When we called to inquire…read moreabout the return time for our full-day rental bikes, which was not mentioned in the confirmation email or communicated to us, we were met with a rude response.

Go anywhere but here! I wish I could give ZERO stars. The kayak I booked was not available because…read morethey overbooked. I waited for hours and ended up with something I didn't book nor even want after hours of waiting around and after driving from several hours away. understand mistakes can and do happen, but what was particularly frustrating was their total indifference as to how their mistake affected my plans for the day. Additionally, I was told I would receive a partial refund and that has yet to happen and most likely never will. What would rectify this experience would be receiving money back as I didn't get the product I paid for and I didn't get the full day I paid for. The level of unprofessionalism and general incompetence I experienced with this company was genuinely astounding.

My whole entire family is originally from Dorchester, anytime there's a birthday celebration, I…read morelike to get everyone Dorchester T-shirt from college Hype. every time I go in the staff is super friendly and helpful! Friendly and professional people and it's a small local business!

I did a mail order purchase from this place. I bought a Dorchester themed hoodie and had them ship…read moreit off to a friend of mine in Ohio. The shipping was fast and my recipient loved the hoodie. I would definitely consider ordering from this company again.