thankfully, not everyone fly-fishes... but if you are a spin-fisherman looking for a wide selection…read moreof line, lures, and terminal tackle, outpost mtn. is definitely worth a stop. trout, bass (largemouth and smallmouth), sunfish, crappie, big lake fish... if it grows in western north carolina, they have the stuff to catch it. also a surprisingly wide selection of hunting rifles and ammo. the guys who work here know their stuff and are happy to give out the info. their prices are fair, given their extensive selection and their convenient location. you won't be sorry you went in... unless you're close to the limit on your credit card...

Not worth the trip for fly-fishing materials. It seems more like a convenience store with an extra…read morearea for rod & reel fishing. Lady at counter was nice but didn't have any idea about directions.

Walking into this store, it does not look like much. A lot of stuff everywhere, no rhyme or reason…read moreof anything. We even saw some younger adults back out and walk away. However, you do not go here for what you can buy. You go here for the people. The gentleman we spoke with seems like your typical small town guy, but has so many stories. A man who is from this town and came back to it. If you want to know more about the history of the town, go here. Do not go to a museum, hear it from those who actually experienced it, lived it. This store is a prime example of big corporation takeover and the affects on smaller towns that are now struggling. Buy something not because you need it, but because you want to support those who have been left behind in this economy.

Today I had the pleasure of speaking with Juanita, an elderly woman who wanted to help me find…read morewhatever I needed or wanted. I told her I was just browsing. As I walked through this small, cozy store, I was taken aback by the variety of items for sale - more variety than sport! Juanita told me she had a bag of bargain white tee shirts in the back - all $1 and all 4X! She said she bought them from someone who assured her they were all different sizes. They were not. In hindsight, I should have bought one or more. You never know when you might want to be swallowed up in a soft extra large tee! She also has a lot of books, all reasonably priced. I wish that I had had more time to stay and chat with Juanita. She's the best part of this shop!

Bryson City Outdoors is a town favorite. Visitors love to hang out on patio and Bryson City…read moreOutdoors is happy to serve them.

I didn't shop in the store but instead stopped in for a beer. It has lots of outdoor seating on…read morepicnic tables. Dog friendly. A good place to take a break while walking around downtown. Staff was very nice and beer was good.

Attempted to buy a $150 top. Woman at cash register called police because I did not have a bra on…read moreunder my top. Needless to say I did not buy the top. EXCUSE me--what I wear in your store is not your business.

From the owner: Our business specializes in outdoor gear, clothing, lifestyle clothes and accessories, and gift…read moreitems. We are brand new located right on Main St. in Sylva, NC.

Very disappointed in the lack of customer service. My husband and I visited the store on Friday…read moreSept 2, Both of us looking to purchase athletic shoes, we walked in... no other customers were in the store. As we were walking to the back of the store, two employees looked up at us, neither greeted us. We got to the back of the store, a worker walked by , she neither greeted us or offered to help. In total the time we looked NO ONE greeted or offered to help us. We are all about supporting our locally owned businesses, unfortunately we spent our money at Shoe Show that day!!! Times have changed at Sports Zone it would seem. Faith and Debbie were always so pleasant and eager to help!!! Maybe they could do some Custom Service training with the current employees!!

Friendly staff and a great selection of exercise clothes.. what more can you ask for from a sports…read morestore?! They have brands such as Nike, Adidas, Reebok, Under Armor, etc. Plus, they are constantly having different sale promotions that save you tons of money. Hibbets kind of reminds me of a small Dick's Sporting Goods, except the prices are lower and the staff is so much more helpful and friendly! Highly recommend!

Gordon took my husband and I on a half-day trip, and we had the best experience! He knew exactly…read morewhere to take us, and he accommodated my handicap without even blinking an eye! He was knowledgeable, patient, humorous, and professional. As a complete beginner, I needed a lot of help; Gordon made sure I knew how to cast and set a fish without throwing too many details at me all at once. I will definitely use him again to expose my young son and elderly father to the sport of Fly Fishing!

I booked an afternoon trip for the East Fork of the French Broad River which is 30 minutes from…read morewhere I'm staying in Saphire, NC. My guide sends me instructions the night before to meet him 1:45 minutes away in the Nantahala Gorge. I now have to coordinate a different location because the East Fork is too far for him. So we settle on the Tuckaseegee River in Webster. The morning of the trip, he texts me and says his truck broke down and has to cancel the trip. I called Gordon who tells me he thinks he has another guide who can take me, and he'll call me one way or the other within 30-45 minutes. An hour later, I still don't hear from him but reach the guide who says he can meet a bit later. Gordon finally calls and gives me excuses as to why he didn't call me. But due to all the drama caused between coordinating with his guide the day before and the day of the trip, I was no longer in a happy frame of mind. So Gordon cancelled the trip. Birthday trip ruined. Don't use this company. It's too much hassle coordinating a trip. And Gordon has no idea how to handle a bad situation.

Crowded when I was there but people were nice and helpful. The rentals seem to have good prices. I…read morewish there was more selection on kids bibs but we made do with what they had. Rental center is in the back of the store and they let you rent the night before so you will have it ready for the slopes next day.

Great service and prices on my first snowboard and gear. (Mostly used) I needed everything except…read moreclothing and they had it all. I had a ton of questions/problems like my goggles not fitting my helmet and they patiently explained they go over, not under my helmet, Lol. Bring cash if you plan to spent a lot as they add 3% for credit and debit cards!

Want to Raft the Natahala River? Come here…read more Want to cross the Appalachian Trail? You can step on here. Need something you might not have brought, like sunscreen, batteries and snaxks? Stop in. It's a lovely location. If you like outdoor experiences, come here.

Today we visited the Nantahala Outdoor Center for whitewater rafting and zip lining, and it was one…read moreof the highlights of our trip! Our rafting guide, Carter, was phenomenal. His customer service was amazing. He made the entire experience fun from start to finish. We laughed the whole way down the river, learned so many interesting facts about the area, and always felt safe. If you're visiting with young kids, this is an amazing family adventure, and Carter made it even more memorable. After rafting, we went zip-lining, and the experience was just as enjoyable. Cole and his crew were fantastic--patient, professional, encouraging, and accommodating. They made everyone feel comfortable, whether it was their first time or not. We 100% recommend Nantahala Outdoor Center for families, couples, or anyone looking for a fun day outdoors. The staff truly made the experience exceptional. Our only suggestion would be to make tipping easier. Currently, guides can only be tipped with cash, and many people don't carry cash anymore. It would be great if the guides had a Cash App, Venmo, or QR code so guests could tip digitally using their phones. They absolutely deserve it! Overall, an unforgettable experience that we'll be recommending to everyone. Thank you, Carter, Cole, and the entire team for making our day so special!

There is the cutest little cat there. She was taking her paw and opening the next bag at the…read moreregister. Her name is Ace. Made my day

Came here to check out the bbq grills for my dad since they offer a nice selection of big brands…read more If you are into bbq sauces then look no further. They have some crazy flavors of sauces and even crazier sauce bottles like a grenade. This is an Ace Hardware franchise on Main Street in Highlands. Bought two brands of tire shine and rubber key caps. The "Key Center" to make keys is available by request. Every employee that walked by said hello or asked if we needed assistance. I would compare this store to a mini Home Depot or Lowes.