We visited this location for a packet pickup for a race, and stayed for the shopping…read more There were some great sales, unique Tampa Bay merchandise and super helpful staff working the registers. The people here seem to really enjoy their jobs and interacting with customers, so it was a joy to shop. Checked out the adorable Free People Movement section and my fave, the Bombas socks.

Although their product selection is really good and the store is clean the people that work there,…read moreat least for tonight, obviously don't want to be there. When I go into a store and I lay down almost $500 I would expect at least respectful treatment. Nothing in there is cheap and when you go in there, you expect that. But I certainly didn't expect how rude the staff would be. Rude! And not just to me I watched them treat another man the same way.

I was supposed to get 8 dozen shrimp and i got only 5 dozen, charged me extra when they told me i…read morewas getting 2 for free and charged me for 7 dozens. And didn't gave me my 8 dozen, Scammers!

This place is my "Go To" whenever I need to buy a gun or fire live ammo on their indoor range…read more I was there buying my third 1873 Colt clone chambered in 45 LC because I needed one with a specific barrel length which they had in stock. I found the gun department staffed with EXPERIENCED and attentive employees who participate in shooting activities like I enjoy and were able to offer a discount that made a good deal even better. I feel that if you exhibit the safety habits that make everyone on both sides of the counter feel comfortable and show employees that you would not be a danger to yourself or others you will find employees who are happy to serve and even train you depending on your experience level. Don't expect the same happy response from that employee if you show disrespect for gun safety or have nefarious ownership reasons because those employees protect my rights to legal ownership and the stores best interests which I rely on and keeps me coming back when ever the need dictates.

TL;DR Managment/ownership treats customers and employees terribly, would not spend money here…read more Repeat bad experiences, I'd rather buy online than go back in this store. As an avid adventurer of the western US, I tend to visit outdoor stores wherever I travel to see what their idea of adventure is there and take the chance to upgrade gear that's frustrating to use or worn out over time. I've visited Bill Jackson's on two separate occasions now, heading in each time with about $500 worth of gear in mind to shop for. The first time I came, I got great help from multiple associates and planned to purchase gear off of their advise, but witnessed a confrontation between management and an associate that I recall as mild but disruptive enough it made me leave the store without buying anything. I didn't come back for about 8 months. Now I'm back in town for a few weeks of work before heading on a 2,700 mile bikepacking journey and really needed to grab a few items I hoped they'd have in stock. Being interesting in all outdoor activities, I started talking with an associate about the ski shop they were building the last time I was here. He keyed in that I had ski knowledge from my time tuning skis and custom fitting ski boots out west and started talking to me about part time work as they expected to need some extra hands with ski knowledge and took me to show me their ski selection. To get there, we had to walk through an area that he explained was sectioned off for an upcoming sale, so not yet available, but the necessary route to the still-open ski shop. He made a pretty good case for their ski shop and my wheels were turning about coming to help them out in the fall. On our way back through the sale area, I asked a question about the items we were walking past and the associate was very clear that those items were not available for sale until the official sale start date, but took the opportunity to educate me about them(I knew very little about diving equipment but am curious to learn). I was quickly convinced that a decent snorkeling kit was necessary equipment to enjoy the area and decided I'd get a setup. Before he got a chance to redirect me to where the currently available snorkeling gear was(I could tell it was coming, this area was also tiny compared to the sale area), an angry manager/owner appeared ready to tear apart the kind and helpful associate that had just taught me what I needed to know to spend an extra couple hundred dollars on top of the items I was already planning. I hurriedly left the area while she continued to holler at me and once I passed the threshold of that room I heard her resume berating the associate in anger. I walked myself over to the full price scuba stuff and found another helpful associate, but I could not bring myself to buy anything from this store after that experience. It was not unreasonable for her to ask us to move along since we had stopped in a place we were meant to pass through, but she was incredibly rude to the associate for going above and beyond to take care of an enthusiastic customer. I won't spend money here, that manager is the most unkind person I've encountered since I've been in Tampa. In a town of incredibly kind people, there is no place for that. Very sad, I really wanted to like this store. The associates seem to be knowledgeable and passionate about the outdoors, but they don't deserve to be treated that way.

Great store in a great location. New staff cares and is friendly. Clean, full and bright!…read moreContinuing to improve.

I am familiar with the Academy stores that were in Houston years ago. They have really expanded…read morebeyond an Army surplus store of the 60's. We were greeted as we came in. The store is enormous. It's located in Pinellas Square where the old furniture store used to be close to the cinema. An associate told us that they have been open since last November. Everything smelled new. If you're looking for a good old fashioned sporting goods store, Academy Spots + Outdoors is your one stop shop. Drop by if you can.

This is my local target. Massive store. Really friendly staff. I come here at least 2-3 times a…read moreweek. Clean and well organized.

We only needed a few basic items which we found easily enough. Even tho we occasionally shop here,…read moreit's a lil out of the way for us. This Target also has a liquor store and pretty decent grocery department, with deli counter and bakery also. We didn't bother with those parts today, so I'll leave it at that for now. Best thing I can say about this store is that it's much cleaner and better organized than even the BEST Walmart around here. It's also a bit more expensive of course. If you DO get the Target credit card, you can save 5% off the top in your entire purchase, of course. One bad thing about that is that if you don't use it within a six month stretch, they cancel it. Since I don't go here much: not worth the hassle for a crappy 5% discount on overpriced merchandise. Employees a bit friendlier and more helpful than at Big Bloo, but Lil Red is still just okay: not great, but not awful. Middle America at its blandest with little depth of variety. Eh...

Shopping last minute on Christmas week is completely CRAZY! but I have to give a shout out to…read moreemployees who are very humble, respectful and of course have patience! Thursday evening, I was at Countryside Mall located in 27001 US Hwy 19 N 1007A Clearwater, FL 33761 decided to shop in Finish Line. While in the store, I had Aaliyah attend me as well as other customers and let me tell you, she put in her steps and was on point!   Got to give her kudos! While I was paying I over heard a conversation with an other employee, he questioned her why was she lacing sneakers! And she responded calmly and respectfully because that's the thing to do. His response was something among the lines of "not if a store is full." I just want to point out sometimes it's not about quantity but QUALITY! Aside of us who give reviews and see which employees and stores give great customer services! With this being said I hope her boss gives her a shout out! And congratulates her for her work ethics! Thank You! You never know who is around! Who gives reviews!

Service representative was condescending and rude. I received a pair of Nike slides for Mother's…read moreDay. Tag still on not worn in box. Just needed a different size. She told me just to sell my Mother's Day gift because there was nothing she could do. My son stated it was busy on Mother's Day and the sales rep did not give him a receipt and he paid cash. I have never been to any other store and had the tag attached and not been able to do anything it's unacceptable. I will never shop at this store again and will tell others to do the same. It a shame that they do not offer any customer services.

The owner and staff were very welcoming and knowledgeable. They helped me choose the perfect gun…read morefor my needs at work. The whole process including paperwork was seamless. I would highly recommend Deer Hunter for any needs or information. Thank you for making it a great experience. I will be back.

I could just hang out in this store and talk shop for hours. Great people and great stories. Nice…read morehidden gem!

This location (not all golf galaxys) has the worst customer service I've ever experienced in my…read morelife. Particularly the people working the fitting bays. Every single person walks around like they are tiger woods and anything you ask them is a burden. I'm sitting in a bay trying a set of vokeys and trying to ask for assistance on the bounce level for my game, you would've thought I asked for a kidney. I've bought clubs here once, had a mediocre experience. This one im over it, I'll just drive 30 mins to the pga superstore over dealing with these yahoos. If someone from corporate went in and didn't say who they were, they would be floored how terrible the fitters treat customers. Every single time I've been here. I've never left a bad review in my life if that says anything.

Stopped by to inquiry about buying clubs and a fitting and left without feeling I accomplished…read moreanything. The person helping wasn't helping and the answers were non informative. I asked for a card and they wrote their name on a blank card and that explained his lack of knowledge and expertise even more as it did no instill in me the confidence to consider spending thousands on new clubs, bag etc. The reviews are mixed here and I would have liked to have found a fitting closer to my house.

Super clean place and the staff is so friendly and helpful! This is definitely the place to go for…read moreany and all fishing need. There's also shoes in the back and sport Vans and other brands as well. And Yeti too! Branson, and Pat assisted us in purchasing a new rod, and reel with adding the line to it so it's all set up! There's also currently a bucket sale today only 4/6 with only 5 buckets left for 15% off what you can fit inside so hurry on over!

Service was cool but $35 for spooling up a reel and not saying it's $35 before spooling it is…read morecrazy, I asked where the braid was located in the store. Making it seem like it's going to be complimentary. Especially for 20 lb braid.

The staff always greets us as we enter which is nice. Shopping around the store is odd as it always…read morefeels like they are in the middle of reseting but they just aren't done. When looking for what I went there for, I end up dizzy walking in circles around the store. It usually resu with me just leaving most visits without anything. 16.08.2025

I stopped in because they were having a sale online and I needed baseball pants and socks for my…read moreson. I have not been to Academy sports before, but I found it to be very well lit and easy to navigate and well organized. I was greeted upon walking in, and they pointed me in the right direction. When I needed help finding specific pants, Mike who works in that department was very helpful. He even saved me money by reminding me to order it online if I had time to wait for it. I'm very glad we have a sports store nearby now. Thanks again, Mike for your excellent service!!