My wife and I had the pleasure of shopping at Lucky Road Run Shop. We are both very active in…read morerunning, hiking, rucking, and walking. It turns out, the owners of the store are too. The owners of the store are on sight and, you better believe, you get professional attention when you walk in. The husband and wife team are both ultra-marathoners and walkers. They know their product line. (FYI- they don't carry Nike because Nike wanted to dictate how its shoes would be displayed and other brands that their store could display). "F" Nike. Shopping there is such a huge change from shopping at large box stores. Unlike the unexperienced, disinterested, THC laced, cardiologically challenged, pre-adult cookies that work at the big box stores, the people who sold us our shoes, had "been there." They had come back from injuries, they had run ultra-marathons, they knew the local trails, they knew the strengths and weaknesses of each product and they listened, listened and listened. If you are serious about maximizing your performance, avoiding injuries and getting the best shoe for your exercise style, please drop into this place. If you are interested in getting the most fashionable Nikes for your sedentary lifestyle, please go to a store like Dick's where you can get a good deal on a pair of shoes that you don't need sold to you by an employee who has never had their heartbeat above 70 beats per minute.

Perfect! Love my new On Clouds. Service was great also. Thanks!!!!…read more ------------------------------- ----------------------

The person who helped me in the shoe section, Lucas (?), went above and beyond for me. He knew off…read morethe top of his head the exact shoe in the brand I wanted that would fit my needs. He even checked my current shoe's tread to see what kind of walker I am. He had other shoes ready if I didn't like his selection, but he nailed it on the first try. I don't want to shop for shoes anywhere else!

I really like Richmond's REI, it's pretty well organized and usually has what I'm looking for. Like…read moremost people, I come here for all my outdoor needs, especially when it comes to camping. It's located near the Whole Foods in Short Pump and has a lot of free parking out front. You're able to do curbside pick up if you want too. I usually go inside because I enjoy looking at all their goodies and daydreaming about outdoor trips. In the past, I've gotten climbing gear, camping gear, and apparel here. While things are pricey, I appreciate what great quality their stuff is. And I while I have never used this before, it sounds like they repair the stuff you get from here for you. I just learned on a recent trip that you can use your receipt to get free access to state parks if you're a member which is so awesome. I'm excited to use this for Pocahontas State Park next time I go. The people are always super kind here and willing to help with any questions you may have.

I can't believe I haven't written a review for this place. I almost always stop here when walking…read moreCary Street and shopping. They have an amazing selection of high quality and name brand outdoor clothing and usually have some seasonal items on sale for 30-50% off. So you can snag some really good deals on things like Patagonia, Vuori and North Face here. They have shoes, rock climbing gear, hiking gear, etc. And tons and tons of mens and women's clothing as well as socks and accessories. Staff are so friendly and helpful and welcoming.

I love, love, love this mom and pop shop! Every time I visit Carytown, Walkabout Outfitters is…read morealways at the top of my list to stop by. The selections of camping gear, outer wear, and comfortable footwear, could make me spend hours at the store. Have always had great customer service and received $5 through the mail for signing up for their rewards program!

If you need outdoor gear OR if you don't and just want to browse check this place out!…read moreYou can go in for something specific and they'll help you get in and out. You can legit go to browse and they'll be just as friendly and helpful! Favorite experience was going in to browse, found a pair of clearance shoes for my son and for some reason there was only one shoe! They looked in the back, called the other location and could not find the other shoe. Ended up buying a different pair, a week later I got a phone call (mind you I didn't specifically leave a number they just have me in the system for rewards) saying they had located the other shoe and would I like them to hold for us? I was blown away! They took the time to note who we were and actually follow up! Of course we went in for the shoes they even gave us the extra discount that would have applied the day we were originally there! They also have a good selection of used items at awesome discount and you can put your items on consignment too! Visit both their locations downtown and Central Park

This is mostly intended for my Virginia friends but when a business excels in so many ways, it…read moredeserves to be noted. Robynn and i have deleberately avoided participating in any black friday shopping for all the reasons we're all so familiar with. But my wife has recently become a "backpacker" and I wanted to get her fitted for a legitimate backpack so we made an exception to our black friday rule and went to the only place I would go to locally backpacking and other outdoor gear, River Rock Outfitter Even though the shop was filled with customers, Keith and April, the owners, immediately greeted us. When April finished with her customer she began the process for fitting my with a backpack. This process which included measuring her torso, what type of backpacking it was for day hikes or multiple day/night trips, types of weather, trying on multiple packs (with weigjts in the pack) took approximately 40 minutes, maybe more, but it was such a pleasant experience, it only seemed like minutes. My wife and April found the perfect pack but since it was not in the color my wife wanted, April placed in on order. We'll return in a day or two, try it on again and walk out with an early Christmas present for my wife we will now be able to share and enjoy many more years of backpacking together with a comfortable backpack. If you want professional backpacking and other outdoor expertise and a wide selection of high quality gear from a polite, courteous, friendly local business, go to River Rock Outfitters; you will not be disappointed.

Popped in looking for a sling bag that would fit my 13' iPad Air. They had a wide selection of…read morebackpacks and sling bags. The clerk was very helpful and helped me evaluate choices. I found one on sale that met my needs.

Top quality durable tactical clothing, shoes, packs and bags. Very friendly sales associate. This…read morewas my first time in one of these stores. Prices seemed high, hopefully they have good periodic sales.

I was worried from pictures that the place wouldn't have what I needed. It's bigger than it looks…read morebut packed with a huge variety of new and used gear. It's a big mishmash of stuff but all of it was extremely well organized and a good price for used stuff.

Richmond needed this place, and Nate(?) Is the guy to bring it. The place is an out door gear and…read moreclothing consignment shop with a couple of neat/trendy/high-volume items like hiking poles, camp kitchen gear, freeze dried food, and microspikes. What impressed me: -Everything is clean, bright, and in good repair. There's a heavy duty sewing machine and repair station visible in the store. It's clear he repairs any imperfections before things go on the shelves. -The employee(s) are incredibly knowledgeable. -The place has a ton of outdoor books and trail maps. Stop by if you want some ideas for hikes in the area. When I stopped in I picked up repair and re-fill work on a Feathered Friends sleeping bag and brought my fiance. We ended up leaving with a bag full of loot. In her words, "I didn't expect to like that store but the clothing is really nice!" We will certainly be back.

I love this place. It's small and doesn't have a huge selection, but there are some neat things…read morehere. I bought some weatherproof notepads, a weatherproof pen that writes upside down, a pocket knife for my son, and some camping can openers.

Very good shop. Has a lot to offer. Jeff is a fantastic person he will help in any he can.read more

Might seem trivial to some but, a customer at the register; cash in hand should carry far more…read moreimportance' than a telephone patron. Recently purchasing a few items and approaching the register I was neither recognized nor addressed. The associate seemed entirely focused on what appeared to be a cordial conversation that bordered on business albeit with a convivial flair. After an inordinate wait another employee from halfway across the sales floor came to my aid and actually apologized. Not so much for her colleague but for my patience. I do not fault G. O. P for this but the singular culprit of what I feel is shoddy treatment of a customer.

Friendly staff and willing to help people out. Not pushy and very courteous…read more Was looking for camping and backpacking store in Charlottesville that was geared more toward backpacking than Dicks Sporting Goods and Public Lands. Would recommend this store to others.

The service was great and the folks working didn't even mind our two unruly dogs (one is a puppy)…read morebeing inside/ even after he peed on the floor! Anyway prices were reasonable and got an amazing pair of hiking boots that I love!! I appreciate them!

The folks here are super friendly and stir up great conversations! They also have a wide variety of…read moreitems for your everyday adventure needs. And they're also dog friendly!

They have almost everything you need especially if you forget something. The best part is that they…read moreare open as early as 530am and during peak season I think even earlier. The people are friendly and have pretty good advice about the area and what people have been catching. Located right before the water and reasonably priced, this place is a keeper.

Great location, great customer service and the hours are perfect. Very clean and organized store…read more The prices are good and they have everything you need for fishing or crabbing. I stop by every time on my way to the river or ocean.