TL;DR: Barbour, Filson, Over-and-Under…read more I've passed by Blackwood Station dozens of times without giving it much thought. But my wife stopped in for some reason and clued me in. I love British outerwear and can't get enough of especially Barbour clothes. This place has, in a small area, probably the best selection of Barbour outerwear of anyplace I've ever been (including outdoor shops in England). They have a complete stock of clothes and accessories for outdoor lovers of every kind. The folks there couldn't be more friendly and welcoming, and are super-low pressure. Apparently they also arrange for outdoor trips of various kinds, but I didn't ask them about it this time.

Blackwood Station Outfitters is an awesome little store between downtown Pittsboro and Fearrington…read more They have a ton of Barbour products (coats, flannels, accessories) Filson products (coats, flannels, woolens, accessories) and a ton of other high end outdoor and hunting brands, as well as an impressive high end firearms selection and a ton of different Dansko shoes. They were super helpful and offered to order anything we wanted that they didn't have. Definitely worth the trip for a huge selection of lovely products!

Great staff and great selection of equipment. John and Tim helped me get set up with a new Arc 34…read morewhich has been a dream to shoot. Can't recommend Yarak enough.

Awesome archery pro shop. I came in from out of town and even though I was more looking and not…read morebuying and they got super busy they gave me great customer service and let me try several bows while the gf was using their range. Great staff!!! We ended up buying some arrows for the GF and I bought some swag. Definitely recommend them!!

I was in a bind today and needed to find a fish scale. I work across the street and decided to see…read moreif they'd have any. They didn't, but were great in directing me to a shop that was able to fill my needs about 10mins away. They have a HUGE selection of Patagonia goods as well as camping/living essentials like Yeti tumblers. I found the better sweater in the color I'd been eyeing for a while and was able to get it! All the brands that I saw are QUALITY stuff- brands that stand behind their goods when life happens. Lots of great outerwear options whether you're hiking a trail or just down Franklin St. Really great and friendly staff. Will definitely be back to browse more.

Went in for the first time today. Staff was very friendly, Ethan was especially knowledgeable and…read morewent above and beyond to help my friends and I find the perfect shoes!

Great store. very clean and organized. Disappointed that you don't offer a military discount in…read morestore.......

A beautiful store that matches the quality of its renowned 5.11 products. The saleswoman who took…read morecare of me was gracious and helpful. I'll be back soon.

I ordered my first Spartan Harsey Folder back in 2019, and ever since then it has gone everywhere…read morewith me. As an avid outdoorsman, I depend on my gear, and my Harsey has never let me down. The craftsmanship, reliability, and attention to detail are second to none. My original knife came with S35VN steel, and after years of hard use it still performs incredibly well. Fast forward to 2026 -- my daughter is graduating high school, and she has always admired "Dad's favorite knife." She's an outdoorswoman herself, so I wanted to get her something meaningful she could carry for years and eventually pass down herself. I found a beautiful Spartan Harsey Folder with the paisley pattern online and called Spartan Blades to place the order. Kim was unbelievably helpful and had the knife turned around in just a few days. When it arrived, I realized it was the smaller version, and I knew my daughter really wanted one like mine. Here's where Spartan Blades proved why they are in a league of their own. I called on a Monday. Graduation was Thursday. Kim immediately went to work, had the correct knife built, personalized with my daughter's initials just like mine was, and shipped it out immediately. It arrived the DAY of graduation. That level of customer service simply does not exist anymore. Not only was the service exceptional, but the new Magnacut steel on her Harsey is incredible. The edge retention and overall performance are a major upgrade and show that Spartan Blades continues to evolve and improve an already world-class product. From the quality of the knives to the people behind the company, Spartan Blades represents everything American manufacturing should be. Knowing the company was founded by retired Green Berets Curtis Iovito and Mark Carey makes the story even better -- these knives are built with purpose, discipline, and uncompromising standards. Spartan Blades doesn't just make knives. They make heirlooms. In my opinion, this is the finest high-end knife company in America, and I will proudly carry Spartan Blades for the rest of my life.

I purchased the Enyo knife some years ago and I have to say the quality is amazing. It has lasted…read moreme through years of service in the military and is still going strong. I just purchased the Phrike in the last week and again, the quality is amazing. The knives are a bit pricey but to get a really good knife that will stand up to rigorous use is worth paying for it. The customer service here is amazing as well. I ordered my knife online and time was taken to write a personal thank you note on the invoice before it was shipped out to me. You can't find places that do this very often. As a veteran I am proud to support a veteran owned business like spartan blades, especially since they make quality cutting tools for everyday use and for combat. I will be bringing my business back to Spartan Blades in the future, and thank you for everything you all do everyday!

Meeting Sid is worth the visit. He was super friendly to my kid and I. Found some treasures we…read morecouldn't live without!

This is the oddest, cryptid-est place I've ever been. I absolutely loved it. My friend and I also…read morehad a conversation with Sid on the way out and he's so interesting. Please, just stop by for the vibe if you can. (I will say though, I'm not sure why yelp says it's wheelchair accessible -- this is probably one of the least accessible places in Carborro.)

I hadn't been here before and came for the first time for a meeting. There is a large paid parking…read morelot directly across from Yonderlust that you can use. The space is so gorgeous - you can see the beautiful wood, and the fun mix of coffee shop and outdoor shop. There is also tons of seating and light from the windows so it's a great spot to telework. I got the Mediterranean pressed sandwich and the seasonal matcha drink. The sandwich was not my favorite based on the flavor but I found the matcha drink to be good! The staff is very friendly and I would definitely stop in here again if I were in the area.

Great service, great coffee. It's a great place to chill and marinate…read more Staff is very friendly

Interesting reading all the other reviews. My very first impression of the store was walking in and…read morean employee literally cutting us off by walking in front of us in a huff. A few steps later we were greeted by, who I assume is the owner; it wasn't overly warm, but it was a typical store greeting. I love these types of stores regardless that the most outdoor things I do are walk my dogs and sit on my back porch, but while I'm in them I can dream of doing all the things you'd need a store like this for. This store is pretty big and it is PACKED full. The prices are typical of every other similar store I've been in. We weren't approached by anyone else, but that didn't bother us.

We live in Southern Pines and try to patronize the local small businesses downtown before trying…read morethe larger chain stores. I have visited River Jack outdoor trading company twice. The store is small and crowded with equipment and outdoor products. the first time it was a busy Saturday and the employees in there seemed a little bit frazzled when I was asking for help with an item. My last visit wasn't much different except I was the only one in the store and the woman there didn't seem interested in helping me when I was asking her about hiking shoes. She quickly dismissed my inquiry and told me she didn't think I'd have anything that would work for me. I purchased over $300 of apparel for an upcoming trip but walked out without the one thing that I needed. I strongly believed that if the woman would've taken a minute to show me the room with nothing but hiking and outdoor shoes I would've found something. Not sure if she was the owner, but I couldn't imagine an employee brushing off perspective buyer. Not sure I will return . I went to Halfmoon outfitters and they were very accommodating and assisted me with purchasing other items I needed for my trip.

This store has the best selection of clothing, shoes and skateboards. The value is good! Quality of…read moreitems is great. The customer service is awesome. The staff is all pretty cool!

Sickest board shop around. Close proximity to the sickest skatepark around as well. Employees are…read moreall awesome down stairs is packed with outdoorsy clothing from to brands and upstairs has everything you need and almost everything you could want that has to do with skateboarding. It's like this shop was made for me and my kids. I get excited everyone I walk through the doors.

A few times a year the Dixie Gun and Knife Show is at the Raleigh Fairgrounds.Don't think of it as…read morejust artillery, although it does offer a lot of options for your persona Dept of Homestead Security. There is also a phenomenal selection of hunting gear and outdoors supplies for those who camp or hunt. They had a pretty fair selection of kitchen knives, the good ones, along with pocket knives and machetes. T-shirts, bumper stickers, hats, camouflage gear, heck, we even found a great product to keep or eyeglasses fog free. Vendors are helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. And ladies, there was a good selection of some fine silver jewelry. I guess they figure if a man is going to buy himself a big purchase, his lady at least deserves a beautiful pendant. I like that thinking, LOL. Don't think the environment is just a big Duck Dynasty party, there were people from all walks of life and backgrounds there to enjoy the experience. So don't prejudge, go and experience it for yourself sometime. Personally, I though it was great. Oh, and there's some pretty good beef jerky to be had as well. ;-)

Always a blast at the Dixie Gun and Knife Show. Get ready to see all walks of life and haggle!! All…read morepart of the experience and it's very fun. I'd say it really encapsulates North Carolina Lol