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!

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!

3 commandes en lignes, toujours heureuse ! Bonne livraison et belle marchandise. La livraison est…read moreun peu lente mais c'est normal, j'habite très loin.

I can count on one hand the number of times I have been to Valhalla Pure Outfitters, but every time…read moreI have purchased what I have been looking for: snow boots, hiking boots, and a rain jacket. I started a hiking group this summer and I found myself in need of proper hiking pants. This weekend I had some time to go shopping and thinking they must have a good selection because they have a large store, I went to Mountain Equipment Company (MEC). Big mistake. Incompetent staff and pants made for women with no butts. Disgusted, I went to Valhalla Pure, where I should have gone to in the first place. Moments after I walked in Valhalla Pure, an employee asked if I needed help, which I appreciated, as I desperately needed help, and it had taken a long time to find an employee at MEC (who turned out to know nothing about women's hiking pants). I explained to the employee what I was looking for (hiking pants that FIT me), and he was SO HELPFUL. He showed me a couple of different styles and brands, explained their features, and chose sizes that would fit me based on my body shape (he was absolutely spot on about the sizes). The result was that I ended up walking out of there with two pairs of pants. Next time I need something, I am definitely going straight to Valhalla Pure.

This is a pricey brand and this review is for the store itself. The staff here are super nice. This…read morelocation is also a lot bigger than the Kits one and it includes a large outlet section discounted at 30-60% off. A wide selection of clothes and accessories. Worth checking out.

This review is not about their products but their attitude about the environment, neighborhood and…read morecustomer service. I had joined their Earth Day event: plogging. Plogging is jogging with picking up litters. However like this event organizer said, as they sells hiking shoes, not running shoes, we walked picking litters around Mount Pleasant area for 1.5-2 hours. We gathered quite a lot of litters and enjoyed walking with strangers. After we came back to the store, they served us nice refreshments (from neighbor bakery and coffee roasters!) and raffle for their jacket. $50 shopping voucher for all participants. What a generous gift! Repeating of pick and walk made me tired honestly but I'm glad they organized such wonderful event. I want to try next time too :)

Had a family and friends discount... and ordered the wrong size jacket. Stores wouldn't take it…read moreback and wouldn't let me exchange it for right size ..i payed for item, using family discount code. The way they treat "family" is bs. Arc'teryx is a bad overpriced company.

Terrible customer service and the warranty. I have a Granville backpack which is less than a year…read moreold, and the fabric on the front cover is deteriorating significantly for a normal use. I called the customer service and they told me to bring in the backpack in a store, so they could ship it back to their head office in North Van for an inspection. When I took it back, the sales person asked me if I have washed the backpack. I was a bit puzzled and told her that I haven't. She then warmed me that they may charge me $15 for some kind of bad hygiene practice or another as the product hasn't washed and they need to inspect it as it is. I was thinking who would wash a backpack?! I asked her to make a note on the file that I cleaned the backpack, so that they can waive the charge. She then told me that it would take 4 - 6 weeks generously until they finish their inspection and get back to me on what they can do about it. This is my first time dealing with their warranty, however I dealt with Lululemon and Patagonia for their product not standing to be what they claimed, and they have always dealt with the issues immediately and made me happy. They have never made me wait for 4- 6 weeks. I have a quite few items from Arc'teryx, and I would like to support a company which started locally, however my experience was QUITE disappointing.

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

The staff at North Face Granville made this Healthcare worker/first responder very happy. Thanks…read morefor the amazing service! You went above and beyond!!

The short: - visited twice in 2020, but unlikely to visit…read moreagain due to the poor staff knowledge. Will shop online instead The long: - poorest staff knowledge among multiple TNF stores visited in the USA and Canada. The staff had the least idea about the winter jackets, did not know the difference between the winter jacket types, looked at the tags for any question I asked and could not find an answer for most questions. - submitted a jacket due to warranty issues. Process was cumbersome and lacks clarity. My email was incorrectly recorded and hence I didn't receive the notification once a decision was made on my jacket. The process took ~2 months. - good covid measures: sanitation station, staff wore masks, physical distancing - no dedicated parking, parking options are limited or expensive as it's downtown

Firstly ... amazing customer service online and in store…read more The best selection and very competitive prices ( we found them better priced ). Have to add fast shipping. What more can we say, if ur shopping here ... hope ur as satisfied as we were.

Special thanks to Pablo for his excellent customer service. He was friendly, patient, and very…read morehelpful.

Customer Service and Support is Why I Wear Arc'Teryx…read more Walked in with old jacket needing repair; walked out with a brand new jacket (no I didn't steal it). I had a warranty issue with my shell and instead of making me wait the standard 4-6 weeks for a repair, the Kits store handled the warranty / replacement paperwork and let me walk with a new jacket off the showroom floor. The manager Kelsey was incredibly helpful, caring and funny. I am an Arc'Teryx customer for life because of (repeated) interactions like these. Also, don't be a dirtbag and wash your Gore-Tex kids.

To my fellow Kitsilano neighbors,…read more As many of us rely on high-end local gear for our outdoor lifestyle, I wanted to share some recent data regarding the service standards at the Arc'teryx location on West 4th. While the brand has a long history in our city, recent public filings on the Better Business Bureau (BBB) show a concerning trend. Currently, the company holds a 1.33/5 star rating from local consumers. Multiple reports from late 2025 and 2026 highlight recurring issues, including: * Warranty Disputes: Customers being denied service based on "fabric condition" without clear technical explanations. * Quality & Repair Issues: Reports of gear returning from service in worse condition than when it was dropped off, with a cited "lack of ownership" from customer support. * Policy Changes: Significant frustration over the removal of lifetime warranties on products originally sold with those guarantees. It is important for our community to be aware of these service patterns before investing in expensive technical apparel. If you've had similar experiences with local gear maintenance, feel free to share your thoughts below so we can keep our neighbors informed. Know your rights as a consumer.

Sport Check Marine Drive is located at 8125 Ontario Street, Richmond,BC…read more SERVICE : 3/5 just picked up and paid Selection : 5/5 you name it Value :) 4/5

By the up & down reviews of this location, I see why. While parking is important on a stormy day,…read moremore importantly is the sales and service. A good place for off-season, unadvertised, discontinued equipment / bike, etc. But he service staff are questionable. Immature dudes chatting in the back, while the sales person writes up my service order. Aren't they supposed to be working? Here's the bigger-butt. When I came by to pick, it was not ready when promised. On top of that a mechanic signed-off on it as being completed. It was not touched! I made a stink about it, being way before the peak season,the manager did the right thing - gave me an extra discount off the already discount. And there's more... I dropped by 3 months later for the "free adjustments" (for 1 year). No service person there. Took the bike to the W Broadway location who did the job the same day I brought it there, done by profession mechanics. It's location, location, location?