In our quest to find a ski boot that fit a unique situation (short person, strong calves), we…read morelooked many places. The nice young woman that helped us at REI was super friendly and willing to help us learn about boots and what we needed to look for. She found ONE pair of boots in stock (bad time to boot shop, unfortunately for us) that fit. We were on our way to try on some used boots elsewhere, but thanked her for her time and maybe we'd see her again. We weren't looking to buy NEW boots (for a new skier), but we were running out of options. After striking out with a Craigslist listing, we shopped around some other stores, but ended up back at REI. Our salesperson recognized us and hopped over to see what was up. We got the boots and, thankfully, they were on a great sale. I've shopped REI a bit before - they feel expensive, but they carry good stuff. They are always friendly when helping us, and we've never had issues with products or returns. They're doing a good job with social distancing, hand sanitizer, etc. I appreciate those efforts.

sad. just sad. this co-op is going in the complete wrong direction. I put 2 1/2 years of my life…read moreworking for this company and I wanted to transfer to another location and they just never called me back after I followed up and even introduced myself. Save your money and buy from Amazon. They make you think you're saving money with the 10% back for members, but in all reality, they just charge more for their stuff.

Dick's... If you go into any Dick's Sporting Goods anywhere in the country, they are all pretty…read moremuch the same. They look the same, they carry mostly the same items, and pretty much you know exactly what you're going in there for and you know what you're going to find. This location is no different. This is a two-story location. It's fairly large. And, it is fully stocked with all of the things you would expect them to carry. So, if you want to go in here and buy those sporting goods that you need, this is the place to go. This location also carries a lot of Badgers and Packers jerseys, hats, T-shirts, and all of that kind of stuff. So if you're looking for that team stuff or memorabilia, again, this is your place to go. As in all Dick's Sporting Goods, the staff here are all very nice and they will help you as best as they can. So, if you look looking for what Dick's has to offer, this is local location to go.

I needed to grab a pair of shoes and some clothing for a man who was in need of help on Tuesday…read morenight, and this was the closest shop I could find that had both shoes and clothing, including t-shirts, briefs, pants, and socks. I didn't see the Kohl's across the lot until after I spent nearly $200 here. Even the same items are priced so high here. The cheapest shoes I could find were $99 and they were wrong size so I passed on those. You tick the size and style into a kiosk and then a worker brings the shoes to you, but she brought a women's 7 instead of a man's 7, and it was too late to re-do the process so I just skipped buying the shoes. The line at checkout was super long, too. I don't think I'll come back here.

This is a poor substitute for the bigger location on Junction Road. The staff is nice and they will…read morework with you to find your best deal option. This has a nice variety of sizes and styles for all family members. They only have local teams. This is a nice for local team lovers but there are other team supporters left out in the cold. It would not hurt to have a small section dedicated to anyone outside of Wisconsin.

Overpriced! $90 for a generic badger sweater? I mean come on…read moreI would pay $90 for a game worn sweater. Not a generic made in China red sweater with a badger logo.

The store associates who work here are a blessing, as they are quite knowledgeable about what works…read morefor different feet types. I'm a repeat customer and expect to get my running gear from fleet feet from now on!

I love the shoes I purchased, but unfortunately, the customer service left a lot to be desired…read more I was surprised that I had to ask the salesperson to use the store's foot-scanning technology, especially since she had already started bringing out shoes for me to try on. I would have expected that to be part of the fitting experience. What bothered me most, however, was how uncomfortable I felt when it came time to pay. I asked if I could wear my new shoes out of the store, and her actions made me feel as though she was suspicious of my intentions; when I put on my jacket and walked toward the register, she followed so closely that I felt as though she was making sure I wouldn't leave without paying. Perhaps that wasn't her intention, but it certainly was how the interaction came across. I had planned to return to purchase a second pair of shoes, but I've decided to shop elsewhere. I love the product, but good customer service matters just as much as the merchandise.

The people are so nice and helpful they have help me get better at golf and give me some discount…read moreon clubs if you have to get lessons get them here

I've missed the old Golf Galaxy on High Point Road since they closed it many years ago. It served…read moreas another option to Nevada Bob's and Dick's Sporting Goods. I was happy to see them come back to their new store in Greenway. Walking through the store, it was clear that it was still very new. I felt like the first customer in there! As with the old store, you'll find plenty of options to shop - all the big brands for clubs, shoes, clothing, etc. There are simulators in the back where you can get help with your swing, or get fitted for new clubs. One thing I loved about the old location was the selection of used clubs - I'm not always keen on dropping big bucks on the newest models, but if I can find a nice deal on a gently-used club (with all the bad hits out of it, I assume!), I'm happy. As this store goes through a few seasons, the supply of used clubs will grow. The staff were super helpful and very friendly. Add Golf Galaxy back to my "stores to check out as I'm buying golf gear" list!

The LL Bean by Hilldale shopping center has two entrances. One in the main shopping strip, by the…read moreuniversity bookstore, and the ather around back, with loads of parking. They have a good selection of outdoor clothes and gear, at surprisingly reasonable prices. What really impressed me were their hiking shoes selection though. Better hiking shoe selection than the REI we have. Where REI had a couple options for men's hiking shoes, LL Bean had 6+. The best part of the experience was Alex, who helped us find the right shoes for us. She was very knowledgeable in each shoe type, knowing customers preferred and disliked about each shoe, and even knowing about how the companies changed their styles! I described an issue I was feeling, and she knew why I was having that issue (loose heel feeling), and what brand would better suit my needs. Left extremely happy with my purchase! Thanks Alex!

Great selection of outdoor items from clothes, kayaks, camping gear, etc. The price point is high,…read morebut great quality items. The staff is friendly and helpful. I was specifically looking for a Stanley or Yeti that wasn't too big. Unfortunately, they only had larger versions of what I was looking for. Still a great store for outdoor needs.

Since the fall, I have had to stop and twice. The first time was to exchange a pair of soccer…read moreshorts for my eight-year-old that was accidentally ordered as an adult medium instead of a child's medium. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They didn't have the size needed in store, but took down my I formation and called me when it was ready (just a few business days later). My second trip was Christmas shopping for goalie gloves, a goalie jersey, and soccer ball. The prices were actually reasonable compared to the same product we had looked at on Amazon. With that being said, you can definitely spend a fair share of cash without putting much effort into it. Great selection, anything you could need to play rec or competitive soccer, friendly and convenient!

If you need soccer stuff, this is the place!…read more Good people that know what they are talking about. They have a nice uniform department and can get you anything you want. Most/many clubs use Stefans as their uniform supplier, and they keep your kids' information in the computer for easier ordering (online too!). Prices are reasonable. We thought shoes might be pricey there, being a "high end soccer store", but the shoes they carry are competitively priced with other stores. They also have the "good stuff" that other stores won't carry. Check the clearance rack for some nice clothing to wear otherwise - discontinued items can end up there. The store location is convenient and you can usually get help quickly.

I find the Greenway Station Shopping Center to be a nice retreat from the Towne Malls where I often…read morefeel claustrophobic breathing in recycled air, dodging oncoming traffic, and avoiding all the kiosk vendors...blech! Conversely, Greenway is never over-crowded, parking is easy to find, and during the spring/summer seasons you can get your daily dose of vitamin D while you shop. The selection of shops is much smaller, yes, but the Center also houses the higher-end, but still commercial, boutiques that you can't find elsewhere in Madison (e.g. White House Black Market - one of my favorite boutique shops from back home). Solo shopping at Greenway is definitely one of my favorite ways to spend a sunny Sunday afternoon. :)

This mall was adjacent to the hotel where I was staying. It seemed to have some nice stores (Loft),…read moreand the general mall stuff. I was excited that it had a World Market (my favorite store of all time), and it was Wednesday, Double Coffee Points Day! However, nothing else stood out to me, and I wasn't impressed with the restaurant selection. In fact, that is a theme for Madison in general. I had to drive a bit away to get something other than a sandwich for lunch.