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.

Melissa was super helpful in helping us pick out a roof rack, as well as other accessories, for our…read morepaddle boarding and kayaking adventures. Store also has a huge selection of everything a person could need for their next adventure!

Baseball Players and Parents!!!!! If you need anything baseball related go see Nate at the St. Pete…read moreDick's on Tyrone. He is very knowledgeable and willing to help. My son wanted a new bat after the holidays and so we went to Dick's. As soon as we walked in and began to look at the bats on display Nate greeted us and made us feel welcomed. He listened to my son who is only 10 and treated him with the same respect as he did me. After understanding what he wanted Nate shared with us it would have to be ordered. He did everything right there with us. He ordered the bat and discussed all the warranty options and how to handle if we had any issues. I was very impressed. My son was so happy when it arrived only a couple days later. Nate was professional and knowledgeable about so much more too. We have since been to the store a couple of times since and were welcomed and greeted just the same. Thank you Nate and DSG for supporting our athletes and families in a unique way!

Dick's Sporting Goods is located in a shopping center "conglomerate" of sorts, which is convenient…read morein case you were to need to get other goods and services in the area. Went here twice, scoping out a collapsible utility cart. They had plenty in stock, and staff was always helpful in answering questions. They have a huge selection of fishing gear, camping stuffs, sports accessories, tennis shoes, workout clothing, etc. At checkout, I was offered an extended warranty to cover any damages on the cart for the next year, which I thought will come in handy considering I'm likely going to be banging this thing up quite a bit. Good service!

Perfect little sports shop that has all the baseball gear & jerseys…read more The perfect place to get that someone special, that very special sports enthusiast gift. Highest Recommendations.

I have shopped at Gulfshore for as long as I remember and now I shop there for my son. I got him…read moreeverything he needs for baseball there... his bat, helmet, glove, backpack and cleats. I even got custom shirts made for his team. They always do the best job and at a great price. wouldn't go anywhere else.

Needed some 209 primers in a bind. Stopped by the store, they didn't have any for sale but a guy…read morethere (owner manager not sure) ran back somewhere and just gave me this box. Besides the kindness and good deed the store was nice and clean, good mix of tactical and sporting stuff. Based on some pictures on the wall these guys seem to hunt deer on public land in Florida successfully which is no easy feat. I am looking forward to coming back, buying some guns, and maybe even learning a thing or two.

Stopped by for some .22 LR rat shot but they didn't have any. But it's a nice shop and the fellow…read morethere was very friendly and helpful. And I absolutely LOVED THE HELLO KITTY sticker

The owner, Eric is PHENOMENAL! I'm from the Northeast, where I fish freshwater lakes. I have ZERO…read moreidea how to fish saltwater down here, so after hearing an ad on the radio for Tackle Edge, I decided to stop in and see if I could get some help and gear. I explained my situation to Eric - he walked me over to a solid rod and reel that was on sale he noted. He advised me on some of the hottest artificial lures and just the other items I would need to fish from a pier. He actually rigged up the entire rod for me and sent me on my way. So I felt I ABSOLUTELY needed to write a review (my first ever on Yelp) and tell anyone interested they need to make the trip there and see Eric...

I am a younger sibling and so my life has been filled by the blessing that is known as…read more"hand-me-downs." Unlike a lot of people hand-me-downs are something I seriously lean into. Something about giving a second life to a preloved item just feels so right. Play It Again Sports is a Mecca of preloved sporting gear/toys. My most cherished possession from Play It Again is my rollerblades. I use these blades almost daily. I like to think at some point they belonged to a 10 year old boy named Tommy. I'm really hopeful that Tommy got some fun mems with them, and even more than that I am grateful that Tommy's mom relinquished them to Play It Again at some point. The staff are super friendly and helpful. I like to call the store to inquire whether they have what I'm looking for and they are always so diligent and communicate so clearly and in great detail what it is they have that might meet my request. They are keen to sports, meaning they actually have a lot of knowledge that would be helpful if you have questions about gear specifics. The best part of shopping second hand (unless you're like me and genuinely believe in the sustainability factor) is obviously the deal. The prices cannot be beat..seriously. The blades I previously mentioned would have cost at least $45.00 from a box store or Amazon AND I would have had to wait up to a week to get them, because believe it or not rollerblades are not kept on shelves regularly. At Play It Again I spent $25 for 2 pairs of rollerblades, 1 kids size (Tommy's) and 1 regular adult women's size (I believe they probably belonged to a Meredith). Both blades got some serious sanitization and the bearings got a little cleaning and some lubricant, after that they were ready to roll. I cannot recommend this store enough. Especially if you're looking for something super specific and in a time crunch.

Good variety, love that they offer low cost new options in case you don't find a used item that…read moremeets your needs. They have tons of sport types from boxing to skating etc.

This local shop takes care of you! Victor has a lot of knowledge in fishing and can definitely help…read moreyou out if you're a beginner. Thank you for the tips and demonstration of the knots we needed to know!! Honest shop and reasonably priced. Will be back.

Overall a great shop kind and helpful service and large selection of rods and reels. Would…read morerecommend to anyone in st Pete area.

I received excellent service from the lady that works at the Burna counter. She was so helpful and…read moreinformative. As a woman I really appreciated her honest. Will definitely be back

I went in to purchase a gun since they had a good sale, they had some guy on computer who clearly…read moredidn't know what he was doing. I waited and was next, then another walked up a salesman came and the goofball on the computer said the guy that just showed up was next! I left and going to Academy, they'll appreciate my business more.