If you need anything at all to do with rock climbing or mountaineering, Pinnacle is the place to…read morego. Information, instruction, equipment, perhaps an expedition to Mt Everest, they have it all. The guys at Pinnacle have years of experience climbing and trekking and are keen to share their love of climbing with anyone who walks in the door. Their rock climbing courses are great for beginners and more advanced climbers wanting to develop their skills. They do them down at Kangaroo Point, Brisbane's famed outdoor rockclimbing cliffs and they start from around $300 for a six-week course. The best thing about the courses is that everyone who does one is able to come along to the free social climbing events Pinnacle puts on every week, usually down at the cliffs. They're great for keeping up your climbing skills and meeting other people with a love of climbing. They also have all the equipment you could ever need for climbing and trekking and the expertise to help you put together your own kit.

From the owner: Pinnacle Sports specialise in everything Rock Climbing!…read more Equipment: We offer a huge range of rock climbing abseiling and mountaineering equipment at great prices. Adventures: Pinnacle Sports can take you climbing locally and overseas - our guide have nationally recognised training and will provide you with a great experience. Training: Want to know how to set up your own ropes or get out of a dangerous situation? Pinnacle offers training to a nationally recognised level starting at a beginner level through to an advanced level. Industrial: Pinnacle has a huge range of industrial roping equipment.

Every time I've convinced myself I'll get into a particular sport or hobby, I've come to Rebel…read moreSport on Queen St to buy my gear. I've picked up swimwear, goggles, ear plugs, roller blades, an exercise ball, and a yoga mat from Rebel Sport, and I haven't had trouble with any of them so far! There's also a huge range of sportswear and runners - my friend picked up some great Nike joggers. The staff are helpful and are happy to give you a lowdown on the products on offer. The store is massive so sometimes it can be difficult to locate what you're after, so don't hesitate to ask. And don't be afraid to give some of their products a try. Often they'll have a display version - for example, I wanted to try out some rollerblades and had a bit of a blade around the cycling section of the store. The staff didn't bat an eyelid. Rebel Sport also offers store membership, and you receive a voucher upon signing up.

A decent selection of all things sporting. Not a lot in the way of AFL and basketball gear, but…read morethere is a fair bit for the rugby fan.

From the entrance, Kathmandu looks like a little like Colarado selling stylish travel and sporting…read moreclothes but people who love the great outdoors will vouch that Kathmandu is for serious travellers. When I backpacked around Europe, this is the store where I bought all my thermals, travel jacket, micro-towel, cycling gloves and seriously daggy cycling pants (the ones which have extra padding around the bum). For once I didn't shop around and just paid the premium for quality equipment which lasted me the entire year I was trekking through Europe. I've still got all my travel equipment stashed in the top of my wardrobe somewhere - they'll probably fall to bits if I decide to make another trip but I just can't let go. For all you intrepid travellers out there, trek to Kathmandu first before attempting the world.

This little store offers a great range of skiing equipment. Big, puffy jackets and more slimline…read moreones all designed to keep you toasty warm as you face plant in the snow over and over, skis, poles and snow boots sit patiently waiting for buyers inside. Some of the stuff they stock isn't available anywhere else in Queensland, so they're definitely worth a visit before you head to snowier pastures. These guys are not only suppliers of everything you'll need, they're really into the skiing experience. Take a look at their website for some great features such as snowcams, photo galleries of ski fields all over the world, advice about boot fitting and heaps more. Seriously impressive stuff.

I wish Craig's skills as a retail shop owner matched his abilities as a boot fitter. Sadly this is…read morenot the case. Appointments cancelled, promises to call back not fulfilled, and a clear indifference to every facit of customer service. Give this place a wide berth. Go to Snowbiz instead, you won't be dissappointed.

Opened in 1993 (if memory serves rightly) this skate shop has served the people of Brisbane for all…read moretheir action-sporting needs. Boasting a decent range of clothing and footwear without overwhelming you with unnecessary threads. They have taken the time to find what is in season and cut away the fat to serve you only the best. Here you'll also find an array of decks, along with everything you'll need to customise the perfect ride. Keep in mind that it's not only skateboards but scooters, ice skates, roller blades, back packs and the safety equipment. All out on display and ready for you to check it out. This store finds the impeccable equilibrium of rebellion and order. Maintaining its roots in the subculture while understanding there must be method in the madness. While a half-basement, this store provides plenty of lighting and an eye catching window display. The staff are some of the coolest people I got to meet in Brisbane, happy to chat and joke around while providing expert knowledge and assistance. There is little doubt in my mind that you will find a better skate shop within the CBD.

From the owner: Australia's largest online skate shop. Stockists of skateboarding, inline skating and inline/ice…read morehockey products.