I might be the only person that feels this way...However I don't like hearing from the 3 older guys…read morebehind the gun counter that they all handled my firearm talking about it like a toy. My unique, high dollar purchase doesn't give you the right to touch it. Check the serial number and put it back. If it's not yours then hands off. I don't know what they've touched and I doubt they wash up. I wasn't even rude during this transaction. I said thank you and have a great day and this old guy replies "no". Unprofessional! Buy elsewhere.

I think this store is under appreciated. While the service can be slow, especially around the…read moreholidays, it is probably the best option for the serious outdoors person in my area. Good selection of inventory, good prices, and occasional sales. clothes and camping are more limited, but hunting, fishing gear is excellent.

Great bait shop. Johnny is very knowledgeable on fishing equipment. Not far at all from the main…read moreriver fishing bridges. Located on the southside.

Scam store, DO NOT place an online order with them, they will immediately deduct the money from…read moreyour checking account and then you won't hear anything. I sent 4 emails looking for an answer on where my order was, no response, I called the shop, a guy answered and said he would investigate and call me back, that was over a week ago and no answer. Spend your money elsewhere where you will receive your order.

I'm new to the Iowa area, not new too fishing. Stopped by this shop to see what they offered in way…read moreof merchandise as well as knowledge about the fishing in the area. Was really happy with the selection the pricing and all the helpful info. I'll definitely going back regularly

If you need bait in the area, this is the place to go. They have everything you need for local…read morefishing. We bought leeches and caught our personal best catfish. It's a family run business out of their garage. Super friendly and I was happy to spend my money there.

From the owner: We sell live bait and strive to have what you need stocked. read more

We were told about this from a friend of ours, and now my husband has a new love. It's Home Depot,…read moreWalmart, Bass Pro Shop, and Tractor Supply all in one gigantic store. We didn't have time to check out all the sections, but within an hour we walked out with a hunting folding chair, chips, beer, water, Sudafed, and shoes lol. If you want to go to a store to check out furniture, fireworks, groceries, hunting/fishing gear, Chickens, or just about anything for your home this is the store for you. All it needs is a restaurant to complete it.

This is a gigantic all-purpose store that has nearly everything--gardening, home-related products,…read morefood, clothing, fishing, hunting, water sports, birding, and keys. Clean, well-laid out, and kind staff. Our quest to have keys made found our way to staffer Bruce, who was both helpful and knowledgeable. Competitive pricing and lots of sales. The large parking lot makes it easy to visit, and they were community-oriented, with a manned local youth group donation shed located outside the exit. A Fleet Farm gas station is located at competitive prices and is located between the store and Delaware Avenue.

Always has what no what other stores do not. The owner is a polite and does everything he can to…read moreget what you need. The prices match or are lower than any big box store. It's very refreshing to see places like this still thrive. I've been there 3 times now for fishing supplies and have gotten exactly what I needed all three times. I knew nothing about Larman's the first time I stopped in and was blown away by the courtesy and kindness that was shown. Great store and great customer service.

From the owner: Larman's Outdoors was founded in 2015 We specialize in; Fishing, Seasonal Hunting, Outdoor…read moreElements, Yard Art, Gift Items, Small Tools & Hardware, General Merchandise, and Much, Much More. Wholesale prices to the public!

Great fishing and hunting shop. Good selection of reasonably priced new firearms, fishing equipment…read moreand hunting items. Lots of bait options, very friendly staff, and an all round great place to equip yourself for the outdoors. They are open all year and have a nightcrawler bait machine outside. This is the kind of place that needs to be supported rather than the souless big chains that often lack local knowledge.

From the owner: Guns, Ammo, Hunting and Fishing supplies, Trapping, Optics and much more for outdoor sports. We…read morekeep a large inventory in stock, and If we don have what you need we will do our best to get it for you. Stop in and see us!!

Today we picked up some pickleball gear and stopped at Fuzziwigs Candy Factory within Scheels. It…read morehad a great assortment of goodies. My youngest daughter filled a bag at $12/pound...we only made it to about 1/4 of a pound. Great find in Scheels!

This place rocks! They have everything a consumer would need from a sporting goods or athletic…read moreapparel company under their roof. This was my initial visit, and now I know why Scheels has such an excellent reputation. Customer service was great, and the inventory had a range of pricing and options. I was extremely impressed and will return.

This place is a joke! I ordered online 5 different pair of mens pants. Called their customer…read moreservice line to find out why the freight was so ridiculously high. I was told the customer pays to have them shipped to one location then pays to have them shipped to the final destination. I decided to go ahead with the purchase they were all name brand and still less than I could find online. Here is what I received later that day to my inbox. JAXOutdoorGearFarmandRanch Your order has been canceled Order was canceled because we did not have enough stock to fulfill your order and your payment has been refunded. Really, all of them! What a waste of time! Maybe Learn how online sales and inventory control works before trying to sell products online!

Over all the years I've visited Ames, I've rarely travelled over to the West Side where Lincoln Way…read moresoon merges US 30. There's a now shuttered restaurant where my Sister had her rehearsal dinner and I sometimes passed Ames Surplus, which as it turns out has been folded into the 2-building complex that is called Jax Outdoor gear. The military surplus part of this store is not much more than a couple short aisles. Past that, Jax has loads of outdoor gear, fishing and hunting inventory, clothing, footwear, and even a corner for Boy and Girl scout supplies. It's all very high quality merchandise and a good value. I came in looking for some Carhartt pants, which they don't currently stock. I left very impressed and with a cool and nicely priced little Gerber knife. I found store staff to be friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. I'll be back in Ames in a few months (or so), and I'm be sure to stop in again. I'm sure there will be new stuff to admire or goods that I missed during the last visit. And there's no need to drive all the way to Des Moines.