Since it moved here, this is my first visit. Lots of natural light and very comfortable space for…read morespending browsing (and trying) They have very pricey item like Patagucci but some sale item were easily 40% off. It's worth to visit and try new colour.

Huge store with a large selection of outdoor gear. Prices are reasonable, they have a little bit of…read moreeverything. Visiting from the US and this is comparable to an REI. Staff was super friendly and willing to help!

I have been going to this place since I was a kid to get used gear for many different sports but…read moreespecially skiing. They have amazing deals and also have rental program which is great if you are looking to try out a new sport but aren't committed to purchasing all the new gear upfront. The staff here are so helpful and kind which make coming to this place even better. Plus, they carry a wide range of high end brands like Patagonia and Helly Hansen. Highly recommend!

The website . Or AI Google.. asked if they buy inline skates.. said they do.. went all the way to…read morestore. They said no they dont buy but if I wanted to donate? Its not ok to give misinformation

Atmosphere: everything is laid out that it was easy to access by type. it does get busy sometimes…read morebut the few times i have been i had no issues navigating the store. price: market value on basic items. customer service: super helpful and she answered my questions. i was looking for a specific color of back pack as i wanted to put some heavy metal and punk patches on them and they did not have it in stock, however, the lady was kind enough to look in her system and try and find other locations as well as other alternatives. additional notes: they're willing to bring items from one location to another.

What can I say about MEC?…read more They sell stuff people are excited about. What is not to like about getting gears/equipment for your next adventure. But....... This particular MEC is very shed like. A big box but not a big box because it's not Walmart? Why kid yourself, it is still dehumanizing how you know you are a chicken in a chicken coop. Walking in narrow robotic aisles. Meh to the crappy interior and ugly exterior. Ok. But what about the goods? Was looking for a few items where the online status shows availability but not on display and no salesperson around to ask or their automatic response is "whatever you see is what we've got". A statement that is more of laziness than true. ...Then why does your online presence say otherwise. So many items are either not priced or mispriced...it is frustrating. Again no salesperson to be found. Only cheerful ones are those going on a break or leaving for work. Then they will answer "whatever you see is what we've got". Terrible experience.

I've never noticed Fun In the Sun before and I happened to walk in today. They have a lot of…read morecasual or surfer brands and they are CHEAP. I ended up buying this pair of cute white "Ripcurl" shorts and comfy "Gentle Fawn" tank top. They were both 40% less than the retail price. There's also a whole rack of bikinis and swimsuits right now in case you wanted to update your swimwear. The only downside is that the items are from last season's or older. However, if you are willing to dig, you can find some really great gems. The cashier was also really sweet and came over from behind the counter to play with my dog. I'm a sucker for people who are good to my dog. =)

So as much as I enjoy the surfer shops on 4th by Burrard, you end up paying more to have the…read moregenuine surfer dude working there. But all the name brands like Billabong, Roxy, Volcom, Quicksilver are way cheaper at Fun in the Sun on 4th. The setup is easy, just racks and rows of clothing including jeans, bathing suits, board shorts, dresses, and hoodies. They also carry flip flops, belts, wallets, purses and some shoes. Pretty good hidden gem with the selection they had (bonus 25% off red tags too!) Definitely worth taking your brother or boyfriend to as the woman's stuff has been picked through. Racks of men's shirts, hoodies and board shorts. ** Update** Found out yesterday that they ONLY do exchanges. There is No store credit or refund. so be super sure you want what you buy!!

Stocking up for outdoor adventures can be almost as exhausting as a 4-day backpacking trip. A new…read moreforay into winter backpacking has led to a lot of shopping recently. And thankfully, the folks at Alpine Start, specifically Leon, are here to help. My outdoor adventure partner and I came here in the summer and Leon was a huge help finding sizes for my guy, and gave lots of advice when it came to waterproof jackets. We returned this weekend in search of waterproof pants. And once again Leon was there to help. He's also very friendly and fun to chat with as you shop. The service here, as mentioned, has been great. But it is never pushy. Which would drive me out of the store (Eco Sports down the road is a good example). The prices are decent on most things, and while they don't have as big of a selection as MEC, they do have some brands you can't find at MEC, like North Face, Westcomb and Marmot. All are good brands. They carry a small selection of other items as well, like footwear, compasses, camping accessories for cooking, gloves, hydration systems, poles, etc. And they carry a selection of Canada Goose parkas, which apparently are really popular. I'll be happily returning to this shop when I'm in need of some good outerwear or technical clothing.

I went here for the first time today after reading the Yelp reviews, which were mostly positive…read more I found the staff's assistance to be very good, even thorough. They didn't rush or pressure me. Prices seemed about average/reasonable. There were some items on sale. I would recommend this establishment to others. Well done staff members, it's hard to find good service these days!

I like how bright and wide Lululemon entrance is in this location…read more Staff was very friendly and helpful. My husband asked quite a lot of questions on two pairs of shorts and the staff very patiently answered him. Value is regular retail price Huge selection and wide range of colors. Will definitely come again when visiting just purely because of the super friendly staff.

Great experience at the original lululemon store, and we have Sheri to thank for that during our…read moremost recent visit (6/26/25)! I usually don't need any help when I shop at lululemon, and have actually had customers, friends and clients (I'm a personal trainer) ask ME for advice or recommendations on all things lulu! I guess I do know a lot about all their products lol! I've been a loyal fan since the very first Hawaii lululemon store opened in 2008 or 2009 when I still lived in Honolulu. Anyway, my husband and I were back in Vancouver recently and were excited to do some shopping at both the Kitsilano and Robson St. stores (which we did!). I've shopped at this location many times, as I used to come to Vancouver every summer to run the SeaWheeze Half Marathon (LegaSea here!). Sheri helped me select some shorts and answer questions I had about a couple items I had saved in the app (unfortunately they didn't carry those items in-store). She took the time to chat with us about our visit to Vancouver and even about their ambassadors, which we just appreciated her being so personable. Ended up leaving with a few more items that I wasn't even planning on buying, but hey...when in Rome! Or in this case, when in Lulu! ;)

Of the many board shops in this area I walked into this one first. I was coming from out of town…read moreand looking for a whole new setup including a snowboard, bindings, boots and bag. When I walked in I felt out of place as most beginner snowboarders probably would feel. It just looked like a small, cramped board shop to me but compared to the other places, I'd take that over the stuffy, boutique type of shops the others seemed to be. Jess at West Coast was very helpful asking me questions to better hone in on what type of equipment would best suit me. She was super informative and didn't pressure me to commit to purchasing anything. In fact, she even told me to go to the other shops in the area to compare equipment and pricing. Pretty ballsy but it made me feel at ease right away. I went to all the other shops and no one made me feel comfortable about being there. Very few questions and assistance. Instead it almost felt like they were uptight because I may not have looked like a typical snowboarder. Needless to say I went back to West Coast and bought the lot, about $1500 worth of equipment. Then I put it to use going up to Whistler the next four days and loved every second of it. The board (Bataleon Goliath) performed great and my feet felt perfect throughout every run. Lastly, I would've given them 5 stars but the person helping my girlfriend with her ski boots was unknowledgeable and not a very big help to her. If you do go to this place go see Jess. There was another Aussie guy behind the counter that was giving his input and helping me out as well but I didn't catch his name. Mahalo, K

I'm going the full 5-stars on this place after spending a day with a friend shopping for snowboard…read moregear. We did the entire 'snowboard alley' of W 4th and this place had by far the best deals. Not only were the prices better to begin with, they also carried more classic styles and colours in jackets and pants that suited my friend's fashion tastes. The staff were really helpful picking out a snowboard that was a great price, European-made and would last him for years. The graphics were pretty sweet, too. The board was freshly waxed and they set it up with the bindings in-store. In addition to already low prices and some sale items, the staff cut my friend a deal since he was buying a bunch of gear. It was the cherry on top! This shop also has non-snow-related sporting gear on the second floor.

It' a warehouse shop with good warehouse shop prices and warehouse staff and warehouse stock…read more Tight space, staff was helpful. I bought a 300 Polartec fleece jacket that I absolutely love and have received a lot of compliments on. It's warm enough to wear for short periods outside in Alberta -20's but yet not a sweaty hot mess to wear indoors. Good quality outdoor gear than may not be ultra lightweight but will last a long time

I love Taiga. I ordered 5 balaclavas because it is really cold here in Nova Scotia…read more They arrived really quickly, and they are FANTASTIC. I love the fact that Taiga is a Canadian made, Canadian owned company. I WILL never shop anywhere else! I am so happy I can support this company, they are 5*, their clothing is absolutely terrific. And no forced labor !