12/1/2012 Photos The way I feel when I walk into Scout…read moreOutdoor Centre is probably the way famous New Zealander Sir Edmund Hillary felt just before he became one of the first climbers known to have reached the summit of Mount Everest: "A few more whacks of the ice axe in the firm snow, and we stood on top." In other words, the longer I spent in this shop, the more I understood what tools were necessary. Yet, unlike Sir Hillary, I've only done rockclimbing once, and that was way back in high school. And that was only indoors, and I was terrified when I nearly reached the top. I need to conquer more of my life fears. So if I'm crazy enough to ever decide to try rockclimbing again, I have to make sure I come back to this store - I must purchase the necessary harness and specialised rockclimbing. I don't think I'm that great at rockclimbing, though that was only one attempt. I'm a bit older and stronger now, so maybe with the right coach, training, and a little bit more money, I might just succeed on my second try. My rockclimbing days are unfortunately on hold for the meantime... If my next girlfriend is an adventure addict, I might be in trouble LOL. If and only if that happens - I'm sprinting back here. Anyway, after walking around, I was really attracted to the $299 travel backpacks on the back wall. Seems a bit pricey for me and looks a bit heavy to carry, but the friendly saleslady highly recommended it for anyone that was going to travel overseas e.g, Europe. What I really loved most about this sales staff here is that they approach you and talk to you, and they told me before I left, "Travelling overseas to Europe is really easy. Just get your visa and go there. This is, hands down, the best store in Adelaide for rockclimbing gear. We have everything you need.". Looks like my next travels just wouldn't be complete without this cool new backpacks!

Having a scout in the family, I think I have to be a fan of this place - I mean, lets face it,…read moreotherwise I'd have to learn how to use a sewing machine and make her uniform from scratch, right?? Both kids tried cubs, so we came in and got all the gear they needed - then a trip back for blankets so they could go camp, and there was somewhere to put all the badges they started getting - only one make the jump into Scouts (we still have them both, we didn't lose one on a hike or anything, she just decided scouting wasn't her thing) but there was yet another trip in for a shiny new uniform, and a sleeping bag, too. In all our visits, we've found the staff to be very friendly, and extremely helpful. They even gave the girls a few badges to help their new blankets along, which won them friends for life :) Parking is my big bugbear here - and it's not their fault the city's a pain to park in. My recommendation is the Target u-park - sure, you have to pay, but it's worth it in the whole not having to circle the block whilst swearing never again thing.

They delivered a defective product to me and their support afterwards has been really questionable,…read morein my opinion. Australian Competition & Consumer Commission: When a business sells a product or service that doesn't meet basic rights, known as consumer guarantees, it must offer the consumer a solution. Consumers can choose between a refund or replacement when a product has a major problem. Businesses must fix minor problems with products or services by at least giving a free repair. Consumers have a right to alter the agreement with a service provider when a service has a major problem. Businesses must "not" tell consumers to take the problem to the manufacturer or importer. Businesses have a right to have their costs of providing a solution to a consumer repaid by a manufacturer, where the problem is the manufacturer's fault.

Very bad experience! item not received, have chased it up…read moremultiple times, not even bothered to contact me about it. They have not even offered a refund or a solution for it. apparently the courier left a calling card, which also was never received and item is at the depot. very poor customer service and do not know how to put the customer in the forefront. this will be taken further.

Ray's Outdoors sells everything you could possibly imagine when it comes to outdoor equipment…read more They have camping gear, fishing gear, boating gear, lighting and power, furniture, BBQs, clothing, footwear and so much more. It's almost overwhelming walking into the store because there's just too much variety. Of course that's not a bad thing, but for someone who doesn't know there way around outdoor equipment it can definitely feel that way. Everything is discounted in store, and trust me there's plenty to choose from. So much stock! If you're after anything involving the outdoors, I would highly recommend visiting the outlet store of Ray's Outdoors. You won't regret it.

A shop Bear Grylls would approve of and even purchase his supplies from as they are the ultimate in…read morecamping stores. They stock a massive range of camping, hiking, water and biking equipment plus suitable footwear and apparel. I purchased a marquee from here two years ago as it was a good price and was red opposed to everywhere else, which had blue and I didn't want to have the same as everyone else. In regards to camping they also have navigation devices which is very important, power supplies such as generators which run on solar power or plus into the car battery, fridges and freezers and alot more. I'm thinking with all this gear may aswell stay in a cabin or a hotel, this is elaborate and expensive roughing it gear. There's also a good range of bikes for kids and adults, not all mountain bikes either...trainer wheels don't go well on the rough. Every section has a item clearance on a regular basis and they also have catalogues which come out for their major sales. Prices are reasonable depending on what you're purchasing or need to have when going camping, cycling, rafting or for anything non urban.

Anaconda specialises in outdoor pursuits. My visit was sort out a tent for camping. The range was…read morelarge, and the prices were attractive. After my purchase spent an hour looking around. Every outdoor adventure is catered for. Fishing, Tramping, Biking, Camping, Traveling, Snow Sports, Water Sports. Also a large range of footwear, designer outdoor clothing. The staff were helpful. Could have spent many dollars in this huge warehouse. Will definitely be returning.

So I'm going to Russia soon. Siberia, in fact. And as a Polish gentleman was nice enough to tell…read moreme, 'It iz going to be fucking cold, man!' I've been searching for some gear to keep my limbs from dropping off, but the pickings are slim in Australia. We don't have the climate for it. I've been turning to camping stores, but they haven't been of much help to me. S.A. Camping World has your usual motley of equipment, from thermoses, to gas cookers, to tents. I found some gloves to the rear (quaintly titled 'ugg gloves'), which I thought I'd find useful, but aside from that, there wasn't much in the ways of protection. And to be fair, perhaps I shouldn't have expected anything. This is a store suited to Australia's climate. And to that effect, it's very useful, and the prices very reasonable. The staff are nice and friendly, and layout of the store means everything's rather easy to locate.

A few years back I got the sweetest pair of Aviators here! I sat on them about 2 weeks later, i was…read moresad! Other than the odd pair of Top Gun shades (that apparently aren't arse proof), SA Camping is a pretty generic camping store. I have been in a few times (strangely enough for non-camping reasons) and have not really seen anything that you couldn't find at any number of camping stores around Adelaide that also have a larger selection. I tend to get all of my random looking shades online now (my current ones are small and blue and make me look like a German drug dealer), so I guess I may not be heading into the store for a while!

So as the name suggests they sell all boating, camping and fishing related items and equipment. And…read moreI mean ALL - their stores are huge and this one even has two levels of stuff. When i went in the first time there was a canoe hanging from the ceiling and a sale display set up inside a tent. It's easy to get around the store and the staff at this branch have always been really helpful. They even have a gas refill area just outside the front of the store. They have a fantastic online shop and I prefer to find what I need, the store it is available at, or in stock at, and the price before I leave home. If I don't have a list when I go here I tend to get carried away so best to get in, grab what I came for and leave before I find a few extra bags in the car and $100 less in the bank account!

Went to the Gepps Cross store today. Will not return. Looking to bug 3 Sups. Young man at counter…read moreasked if he could help. I said was looking for assistance with Sups. He would call someone to assist. I headed to Sup display area and waited, and waited and waited! No one turned up. Two assistants standing at counter when I walked out door. Will not be back.

This business is fantastic. Closed on a Sunday, but when I emailed asking whether they could…read morerepair a broken side latch on my Samsonite case, I received a reply within an hour or so. Part in stock, and they will look into whether it is covered by warranty (6 years old, 10-year warranty) In the past they have also quickly repaired a broken wheel (twice - different wheels, same airline baggage handlers!) and been very helpful with the airline claim. I might also add that the "review" by "Ben" doesn't ring at all true. This is a great business, and I would be gobsmacked if there were a better luggage repair option anywhere.

Took my suitcase to The Luggage Place to have a broken wheel fixed/replaced, after I was told by…read moreanother company the wheel could not be fixed/replaced. 3 days later received an email - broken wheel replaced. Could not be happier and would highly recommend. Plus they carry everything you need for travelling. GREAT BUSINESS.