Meh. Pretty sad selection depending on what you actually need and the prices are really high…read more Mostly this place has a massive selection of tumbler cups, shoes for various sports and licensed padres gear at full ballpark pricing high enough to knock your socks off. $200 jersey? Yup. 136 colors of Stanley cups? Also yes. A sun shirt with a hood? No. Not a chance. Running shorts with a pocket? Absolutely NOT. They do have 50 flowy shorts with built in underwear though! I say stick with online retailers or if you absolutely do not care how much padres gear costs.

I usually have good experiences, especially since they've honored price matches with their app in…read morethe past. Unfortunately, this visit was completely different. After trying on multiple sizes and styles, I finally found the pair I wanted, especially because of the price that was displayed. But when I got to checkout, the price rang up higher. I brought it up, and after checking over the walkie, the cashier said it was likely a wrong insert on the display shoe. I pointed out the San Diego price accuracy sign, and instead of helping, the cashier just giggled and said, "what do you want me to do?" That response felt completely unprofessional. I ended up leaving the shoes and only purchasing a few other items. Definitely a disappointing experience this time around.

Stopped by for some bait to go fish down in Oceanside individual is friendly and fast bait was fine…read moreno problems there and price was like everywhere else unless you go to Walmart fortunately I usually go to smaller businesses for these types of things

Staff can be hit or miss. Selection is ok but priced higher than most everywhere else around…read more It's fine if you have no other choice or want the convenience. Other options not too far away are better.

Such great customer service! The employees were friendly and helped me find what I need. They had a…read moregreat selection and prices were not bad at all. Thank you so much Gearhound!

overpriced as hell. went to find a used dress blue coat... it was 350 used for a 44XL. can buy it…read morebrand new for 240 at the mcx which is absolutely insane. looked at the other prices and again gouging prices. avoid said place, better going to gi joe, apollos or dorthys.

went in and wanted to find some blue and white shoes. a wonderful worker named carly helped me…read morefind them. very kind and respectful. dedicated and great worker.

I always shopped at Big 5 for running shoes, shorts, tank tops, sports equipment and fishing gear…read moreand probably spent thousands of dollars over the last decade but today I decided take my business online because of bad customer experience. The staff and managers are unhelpful, and they don't care if you don't come back! They do nothing to improve that. I was looking for a sabiki fishing lure and went to the front to ask for assistance and they said that someone would be there to assist. I waited but no one came over to help. I have bought dozens of sabiki lures in the in the past from this store so I went back to the front staff said they don't have them anymore. I'm so tired of Apathy doesn't sell but only motivates customers to walk out! Your in-store staff doesn't like customers but the feeling is mutual! I bought a sabiki lure elsewhere and will buy sporting goods on Amazon free from having to endure inept, non-service, no can do BS from in-store staff.

I came here to shop before my Alaska trip. As a AAA member, we received an invite-only access for…read morethe month of May. This store is huge. We purchased winter jackets, hiking pants, sweaters, and hiking boots. Thank you to Elliot and "J" for being so kind and helpful. Jasmin at the front desk was welcoming. Free parking lot.

I'm surprised I haven't reviewed this business in the past because I've been coming for years. I…read morefirst discovered the Columbia store when I lived in Northern California and I had friends who would get/share passes regularly. When I first moved to San Diego, I would go to the Prana sample sales at this location. There were great deals to be had. I was sad when they ended and Columbia took over prana, but happy that I could go to the Columbia employee store again. Over the years, I've gotten some fantastic deals on winter wear. In San Diego, you'd think you wouldn't need it, but I get cold easily, and I do travel to colder climates regularly. I've purchased shoes, gifts, jackets, gloves, socks, and other items. I'm sure I'm forgetting. Everything holds up very well. On my last visit, I had a pass from AAA who was holding an event for members. Everything was an additional 20% off except sale items. I purchased a few things and on my way out met with the AAA sales people. If you keep your eye open, you can see passes come up somewhat regularly. Some sales are better than others as sometimes there's not a big discount and sometimes there is. I've been happy with all my purchases and will continue to shop here as long as I can get passes.

Zack was incredibly helpful in selecting some exercise equipment.... highly professional, good…read morehumored, and kind! Bree was extremely cordial and welcoming as I entered the store. They seem to work well together and I like that!

I absolutely love this store. Everyone who works here is so friendly and helpful. JULIE, BREE, and…read moreJESSE are absolutely amazing and so energetic always with a smile on there face. Jesse helped me out for hours while selling some stuff and was so patient and helpful and made it happen. Thank you guys, definitely recommend this store for all your selling buying needs.

Great place great people. Been coming here for 20 years. They are small but always have what I need.read more

Probably the best tackle store in north county overall. Generally a pretty good selection of…read moreeverything. Priced better than most places around. Staff is generally pretty good and friendly. Would give it a 5 star but they do run out of things on occasion and their staff can sometimes get caught up in conversations instead of helping customers on the floor.

Eric knows his stuff and is reasonable. So happy he could repair my binoculars…read more He was even willing to meet me at a convenient spot as his workshop was a little far away from me. Thank you!

I recently used Mountain Optics to clean and repair my Leica Binoculars. Erik did an outstanding…read morejob. I highly recommend him! Note that he now works out of his home so call for an appointment. Will definitely use him again!!