I really like Richmond's REI, it's pretty well organized and usually has what I'm looking for. Like…read moremost people, I come here for all my outdoor needs, especially when it comes to camping. It's located near the Whole Foods in Short Pump and has a lot of free parking out front. You're able to do curbside pick up if you want too. I usually go inside because I enjoy looking at all their goodies and daydreaming about outdoor trips. In the past, I've gotten climbing gear, camping gear, and apparel here. While things are pricey, I appreciate what great quality their stuff is. And I while I have never used this before, it sounds like they repair the stuff you get from here for you. I just learned on a recent trip that you can use your receipt to get free access to state parks if you're a member which is so awesome. I'm excited to use this for Pocahontas State Park next time I go. The people are always super kind here and willing to help with any questions you may have.

I needed some hiking shoes. I told the associate what I was doing and he recommended some shoes. I…read morewent with his recommendation. The associate that checked me out was extremely helpful too. The shoes were what I needed to get the job done! Thank you!

I bought a boat back in April from Tracker Boat Center. A very easy process dealing with Anne. I…read morewas traveling from out of state and from start to finish she kept in contact with me making it a flawless purchase. Also thumbs up to the guy's in the service department for having my boat ready to go.

We went into the store - that's over an hour away - after checking the inventory on the website and…read morecalling for a specific fish finder. Come to find out, the inventory was off and there was no fish finder. And yes. We did call to get confirmation that it was in stock. The sales person didn't act like this was a problem. In fact his words to us were "people come from farther". Not a great experience. Will be a while before we go back.

An associate stated that she "didn't want to get into that right now"when I tried to get a fishing…read morelicense. She kept walking.

THE MOST UNQUALIFIED PERSON WORKING AT THE GUN COUNTER…read more I looked online for ammo specials and I saw Blazer 9mm ammo for $14.99. I drive down there and she Mike at the gun counter if they had any, because I didn't see any where the 9mm ammo is. He said "We don't have any". I told him that was odd because it was clearly on the website. He looked bothered about my question and he responded " They might come in tonight" and that the website doesn't update. I said ok and continued shopping. As I was walking I saw a display full of the Blazer 9mm ammo as advertised. I thought WTH! Mike just told me Academy never received a shipment. I bought some. I then picked up a soft rifle case for my new .22. I asked Mike if he had a Winchester Wildcat I can see to measure my new case, he immediately said "NO". I walked over to the .22's and the first thing I saw was a Wildcat. He has no clue and didn't bother to check. He got the rifle and attempted to disengage the bolt which he was unsuccessful. He didn't see the bolt release. Lol! You can't make this up!! He helped me measure but in our conversation he said "I don't own any firearms" but you're working in the firearm section right? Mike has no clue about anything in the firearm section and should be transferred to another section of the store. Anything but firearms and knives.

I can't believe I haven't written a review for this place. I almost always stop here when walking…read moreCary Street and shopping. They have an amazing selection of high quality and name brand outdoor clothing and usually have some seasonal items on sale for 30-50% off. So you can snag some really good deals on things like Patagonia, Vuori and North Face here. They have shoes, rock climbing gear, hiking gear, etc. And tons and tons of mens and women's clothing as well as socks and accessories. Staff are so friendly and helpful and welcoming.

I love, love, love this mom and pop shop! Every time I visit Carytown, Walkabout Outfitters is…read morealways at the top of my list to stop by. The selections of camping gear, outer wear, and comfortable footwear, could make me spend hours at the store. Have always had great customer service and received $5 through the mail for signing up for their rewards program!

Huge shout out to K who helped me and my mom with our purchase. He was incredibly kind,…read moreknowledgeable, personable, and we were just appreciative of him simply acknowledging us after being ignored by so many others. The store is well organized and clean, and I love how there's always something unexpected and seemingly random on the shelves that makes you question how it got there, but that's all in the fun of the experience.

Hello Green Top. My name is John Futrell. I was in the store around 2pm today. I came to get some…read moremore, "Moebas" I had a very good experience with the previously purchased ones that resulted in one lost, but some decent 2 and almost 4lb Largemouth! I arrived today and saw some on the bottom of the glass display back in fishing. There was another brand on top of the Moebas so I couldn't see if there were any others besides the, "Mimizu" option. There was one gentleman helping two men with some reels and braided line. After a few minutes he went over and told another staff member that he had another customer that needed help. The other staff member was leaning surf rods up against a shelf to the right of where I was standing. He is a white guy, buzz cut with some thinning on top, he had, "a chew" in which he spit into a soda bottle, green shirt and a mustache. He came up front and I spoke. I asked him if there were any other color Moeba down below. He replied, "This is all we have!" before I was even finished speaking. I was going to say that I couldn't see completely what was on the bottom of the display because there was another brand of similar lures on top. I told him that, and he looked down to see. He was not friendly or pleasant at all like Gary and Justin have been in the last two recent trips. Very short and he seemed annoyed. I asked for two of the Mimizus, and told him I was going to continue shopping. I dealt with similar reactions at the old location, which I why I stopped coming to Green Top for several years. I too know what it's like to be busy at work, but if I was short and rude to my patients before their procedures, I would definitely be in trouble. I hope someone passes along some customer service tips to this individual. Thanks for stocking the Moebas, and taking care of your fishing customers. John Futrell

This is mostly intended for my Virginia friends but when a business excels in so many ways, it…read moredeserves to be noted. Robynn and i have deleberately avoided participating in any black friday shopping for all the reasons we're all so familiar with. But my wife has recently become a "backpacker" and I wanted to get her fitted for a legitimate backpack so we made an exception to our black friday rule and went to the only place I would go to locally backpacking and other outdoor gear, River Rock Outfitter Even though the shop was filled with customers, Keith and April, the owners, immediately greeted us. When April finished with her customer she began the process for fitting my with a backpack. This process which included measuring her torso, what type of backpacking it was for day hikes or multiple day/night trips, types of weather, trying on multiple packs (with weigjts in the pack) took approximately 40 minutes, maybe more, but it was such a pleasant experience, it only seemed like minutes. My wife and April found the perfect pack but since it was not in the color my wife wanted, April placed in on order. We'll return in a day or two, try it on again and walk out with an early Christmas present for my wife we will now be able to share and enjoy many more years of backpacking together with a comfortable backpack. If you want professional backpacking and other outdoor expertise and a wide selection of high quality gear from a polite, courteous, friendly local business, go to River Rock Outfitters; you will not be disappointed.

This is a small outfitter, with a decent selection of gear, but an abundance of willingness to help…read moreyou find what you need. Prices are on par with what you can find elsewhere, though they have a nice and rotating consignment area consisting of used gear of varying prices. They can also order gear if a specific size, color, or model is desired.

Friendly staff and willing to help people out. Not pushy and very courteous…read more Was looking for camping and backpacking store in Charlottesville that was geared more toward backpacking than Dicks Sporting Goods and Public Lands. Would recommend this store to others.

Decent selection of the top brands like Patagonia and Kuhl. Only downside is the prices for many…read moreitems are a bit higher here than larger retailers like REI or Public Lands.

Horrible customer service! No help in shoe department; staff just standing around. Left and will…read morenever go back.

Awful service. There employees clearly know nothing and they give customers false information. I DO…read moreNOT recommend shopping here and hope you don't give your money to this Dicks sporting goods location.... I ordered cleats that were supposed to arrive 2 days later after talking with an employee. I later find out that they aren't going to arrive for another 3 weeks. The only reason I ordered was from them because of the fast shipment. I cannot cancel this order and really need these cleats asap. Never again.

Kera (from the shoe section) was very helpful with her shoe recommendation and definitely knew what…read moreshe was talking about, I ended buying brooks over Hokas because of her recommendation and she picked an excellent colorway!

I stopped into Dick's the other day for a can of Mace. I walk downtown daily and have had a few…read morealmost-altercations with drivers who don't understand they need to stop for pedestrians who are halfway across cross walks with the walk signal, so I wanted to arm myself in case I ever encounter an extra aggressive motorist. I used to have a can on hand when I worked in a fairly dangerous part of North Philly (that I never used), but that stuff expires after a few years, so it was time to refresh! When I walked in with my mom, we were immediately greeted and assisted with finding the Mace. They actually had a large selection of cans, which I thought was pretty random but nice. I chose the pink one without tear gas for $15 and was quickly on my way. The rest of the store seemed clean and well-designed, but I didn't stick around to browse. This location is in the Willow Lawn shopping center surrounded by a bunch of other chains, but parking was easy on Sunday. I'd return for sporting goods or some more Mace if needed in the future. Let's hope I never have to use it!