When I see stores like this I think of "Zombieland" the film. This general surplus army gear and…read morecamping equipment store has all the army gear you'd need. The front windows full of guns and overalls, and the inside barely seem like the store makes any money, as the distressed paintwork and poor store fittings suggest. If I were inclined to camp they would be able to provide me with a gas stove and suitable Glastonbury attire but on the whole there stock is more aimed at the game hunter or fishermen, camouflage gear being the order of the day strewn up on every shelf. If your looking for all things waterproofed or Gortex clothing this tore should be able to help you out.

Are you in need of army gear? Are you planning on camping in the jungle, tracking a bear, bringing…read moreabout a revolution? Then this might be the store for you. A huge range of army and camping equipment occupy the shop, more than you can shake a stick at in fact. The thing I've never really understood about stores selling this stuff is that Army Surplus isn't all that good. It usually means heavy and expensive. If you're going on a really serious camping trip or are taking part in some kind of ultimate paintball then go along and stock up. I can't see what else you'd need this kind of place for. I know one thing, when the uprising comes, I'm heading this way. Oh, they sell air rifles and the like as well, although Arthur Bale & Sons across the road seems to have a better, more devastating range.

This a pretty new arrival to the Cardiff streets, I think before they may have been hidden away in…read morean arcade somewhere you can't fail to miss it now as you walk towards the Hayes. So yes its just another store selling outdoors gear but i've spotted a good few bargains in there so far and they don't seem to have lots of top end brands which keeps the prices down. Only been in once or twice now and i've never had a problem with staff there, one helpfully went in search of some trousers I liked that they didn't have in my size.

Calm your excitement! I know, I know! I totally understand. A discount sportswear store in Cardiff…read morecity centre? This is simply the greatest thing to ever happen to anyone in any city ever. I kid. In actual fact, there is absolutely nothing wrong with Field & Trek. They offer reasonably discounted sportswear in the vein of Sports Soccer and Sportsworld, providing a wonderful alternative to JD Sports and the yowling masses of idiot thugs that wander those scummy aisles. This is less a store for sports clothes and more a store for sports gear. Sure, they have tracksuits in this place, but they're tracksuits for people who actually want to use them on a track, rather than wear them to a club. I mean, there are hardly any diamonds on them at all, for crying out loud. In short, this is a store for people who play sport. If you need running gear, go here. If you need sports wear, well, go somewhere else. Somewhere I won't ever be.

A great place to go when you're in times of need while hiking/walking/camping/homeless. My…read morefavourite things in here include the tents which are always up on display (which somehow feels either like bad luck, or like the most exciting children's playground ever). I also particularly like all the gadgets and generally unnecessary items, like pink compasses and flowery tents, with wellington boots to match. If you're after a rucksack or the like, then this is a really good place to come and try them out. But, as with most outdoors products, the prices are quite high. Although this shop has a good range of products on offer, just as good as any other store, I think that there is something in the air of this place which is lacking. This is especially noticeable when the store is compared with the sister shop down the road. The staff here are not quite so on the ball or helpful. Sad really.

Part of a large chain, this is one of those Sports Shops that works on the 'pile-'em-high,…read moresell-'em-cheap' philosophy. It's hard to navigate the store for racks and two-tier displays of reduced-price branded sportswear, just as it's hard to imagine buying anything here that wasn't in a sale. The interior is so chock-full it's almost intimidating the antithesis of a pleasant retailing environment. Some of the stock is sold straight from boxes, which adds the bargain-shop feel. That said, if you're prepared to look, and know what you want, there are some real sportswear bargains to be had, and the youthful staff seemed genuinely eager to help (and good at managing the queue to serve first-comers first). So worth a look if you want something specific, but not really suited to casual browsing. NB This is a different chain from the 'Giles Sports' shops.

Although friendly and convincing sales manager who recommended trainers for marathon. Paid £117 and…read morewas reassured they would last 300-400 miles and had 1 year warrantee. However returned the trainers less than 3 weeks later as quickly wore down on heels and soles both shoes and less than 60 miles on tarmac only to be refused refund or replacement by the shop manager who was advised to decline by the accounts manager. Found out since that this is not an isolated case with the trainers or shop. Poor customer service. Was a loyal customer, no longer recommending.

Not being a surfer in the slightest there isn't much for me here in that sense. Luckily the bright…read moreopen store stocks Alpine stars and Electric glasses, my face brands. There's a few extreme sports brands here that are hard to come by being sold here and defiantly designs I haven't seen in any other shop in Cardiff. Unfortunately it is pricy in here and despite hiding behind an 'alternative' tag it really is no less expense than a designer high street store.

I'm not really one for the outdoors but I am one for the clothing…read more I like nothing more than curling up in an old hoodie at the end of a hard day and the nicer and softer the hoodie the better. I thought that Lobster bob would have a greater womens selection but it's all a bit lackluster. What they have isn't really too my taste because I'm more into the skater type vibe than the surfer thing. As a flip flop lover however I was in my element. There are some great ones here but they were pretty pricey. One for the boys I think...

Y C Sports provides sporting goods and accessories. The business has had a renovation and the…read morequality of products is excellent. Products range from football to more unusual sports. The staff really knows what they're talking about, so if you need advice check them out. When you really need an accessory and you can't wait to have it delivered go to Y C Sport and get it instantly.

Amazing Shop !!! Especially The Gentleman John, who showed me the tennis rackets and accessories. I…read morewalked in THINKING of buying a racket and left with a racket. Babolat Pure Drive Play was amazing!! The quality of the strings and they are basic are outstanding!! The RRP for this product was £250 and the gent bumped the price down :) Such an amazing store, My go to shop for tennis stuff 10/10, youll be seeing more of me.