I've been skiing for 60 years, so when I brought in my daughter's skis and bindings to be checked,…read moreWyatt taught me more about DiN settings and release torque than anyone that young has a right to know ;-) He could not have been more helpful and informative about my daughter's skis boots and bindings. I wish I had bought all those items from Mountain Air and usually do, but this was a purchase at Mammoth and yet Wyatt treated us like we purchased our gear there. His serious advice helped us with maintaining her gear and testing bindings for safety for next season. Go there! He explained

I am not THE most adventurous man but I do own and 2 ride Santa Cruz mountain bikes, have owned a…read moreSubaru outback and used to have a cabin in Tahoe. I am now just some dad and a tech worker. This store could not be more targeted to my demographic. We make enough money to buy what we want and this store has the best items. Thule racks, Patagonia, Vuori, etc. Knives, axes, jackets, ski boots, flasks. Everything every man could ever want. I bought a Patagonia jacket and some stuff for my son. My kids, my wife, even my 80 year old parents spent 30 minutes and $300+ dollars in here. It's a fantastic store. It's a bit of an interesting location being next to the beach but if I lived in Santa Barbara I'd be here once a month. Most Staff were friendly, some were young and not too social but helpful. Come here. Love here.

Needed an inflatable boat thwart insert and went to a WM retail store in CA. This part is a Little…read moreplastic adapter however WM charges $44.99 + tax! Could hardly believe so I went to the register and sales person did a confirmation price check. It is also their online price. No emergency so at that price, I'll wait. Went home and found same part on Amazon at 2 pieces for $14.99, or $7.50 per (see attached pics). I understand the need to support local brick and mortar retail and also am willing to pay a small premium for the convenience of obtaining a needed item "right now". However, this mark-up is straight up consumer gauging. Sure, they have every right to charge what they wish, but this doesn't work for me. How about you?

We were out Camping up the Coast, on a extended trip, and I knew we were going to need Batteries…read morepretty soon for our VW Eurovan Camper, not easy to locate parts. After calling several Parts and VW Dealers, with no help, someone had recommended West Marine. Brian answered the call with Professional Knowledge and Advice. I wanted to find the best Batteries, front and rear I could find, and had read. Marine, heavy duty! Batteries were the ticket! We zipped over and was impressed with the Store. Brian explained what we needed. Brian went way over and above helping us on our way! This guy is the Hardware expert you never find at normal Hardware Stores. Ask for Brian!

Mark is awesome! Total cutie who was patient with me while I asked for help regarding several…read moredifferent pieces of equipment. As a lone female he felt safe and was talking to me, not down to me as some other shops have done since I'm a novice to boating equipment. Highly recommend him. Store is smaller than other WM but still carries an amazing selection. Life vests are a great investment and having capsized once, I highly recommend the Adventurer from WM. Prices are also great! Love a good deal.

They have clothes, shoes, fishing gear, boating, pet stuff and so much more. Love this store. Was…read moreable to get really good water shoes for $19.99! Way better than the Amazon ones.

If you ever need a wetsuit repair, this is the place to go! For surfers too!…read more I called up Blue Water Hunter because I needed a wetsuit repair. I surf, and I have a Xcel infiniti 4/3 front zip. The neck hole was too big and so I was getting some flushing every time I went under. I wanted a repair as soon as possible, so these guys referred me to their custom wetsuit craftsman down in Oxnard. This guy in Oxnard (Antonio) is the best. He makes the wetsuits out of scratch! I brought in my wetsuit and he fixed it for me (cut, glued, sewed, and reinforced it). It was ready to go in half an hour, and for a super reasonable price. The seam looks great!

Purchased my first pair of carbon fins. When they weren't assembled right the first time, the owner…read moretook responsibility and fixed them same day. Earned a customer for life.

Rachel is awesome! Super knowledgeable of the ocean, water, marine life, and history of the area…read more What a rad human being to have guiding the tour. As it turns out, all of the harbor seals, and sealions have names. We befriended one named Steve, he is much better at swimming than I am. He also taught me secret techniques to paddling. This one Pelican named Parry got into a barking match with some sealions, which is a fight he wasn't gonna win, let's be honest. Though I was hoping to see an M-A-N-A-T-E-E ... next time! If you're gonna go down on Haley street, where the dogs are easy and the sun is cheap, you never know just who you'll meet, on Haley. (But hopefully it's Rachel from the Santa Barbara Adventure Company, and you get her kayak tour; shout out!)

A heartfelt thank you to Santa Barbara Adventure Company for creating such a memorable birthday…read moreexperience for our daughter. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. We had a fun ferry ride to the islands and even got to slow down to watch a large Sunfish (Mola Mola) snacking on some jellies. I recommend getting in line early to secure the best view seating on the ferry. Our kayak guides, Chuck and Adam, were exceptional--knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They made the entire trip both fun and informative, while ensuring we always felt safe and well cared for. We were fortunate to have perfect weather and warm water, which allowed us to explore all seven sea caves--many of which are inaccessible during high tide or rougher conditions. It made the experience even more special. Having lived in Santa Barbara for 22 years, this was my first time visiting the islands, and it was truly unforgettable. The pristine landscapes, abundant sea life, and even spotting several tiny island foxes while enjoying our picnic lunch, made it an unforgettable adventure. We can't wait to do it again--highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique and exceptional experience!

Terrific mountain bike tour with Connor! He was super knowledgeable and tailored the tour to our…read morefamily's various skill levels. Super friendly and accommodating. Would definitely recommend this shop and Connor in particular for a wonderful bike tour!

Super awesome people, I booked my bike a few weeks in…read moreadvance for the tri race, the one i booked was a bit big. So they swapped it with a smaller size, good bikes, good costumer service and friendly staff. 10/10 would rent from here again.

Fantastic customer service. I went in looking for a specific shoe, they helped me find out my size…read moreand ordered it for me. Will be back!

The people here are extremely considerate, kind and courteous. We had an extremely warm experience…read morehere when we bought a pair of ON Cloud shoes and experienced a quality issue. Joe and the other associates listened to our issue and worked with us to get everything figured out. They were very understanding and have a very high quality of customer service. This is a great place to get shoes with great service.

I'm not sure we could have found a more memorable experience for our 21 family members, than all of…read moreus parading down the SB beach boardwalk riding eight silly and fun surreys! What a wonderful, memorable, and very fun family experience full of laughter and funny stories to tell for years to come! Thank you Wheel of Fun!! xo Mary & Family

The good: We had a Wheel Fun time indeed! It was $40 for 2…read morehours of a single surrey bike rental and $60 if you do more. We did 2 hours and it was really fun. There's a bike path along the beach that was gorgeous. It was all flat. It was easy to navigate the bike. Two people peddle while the left driver steers the wheel. Two kids can sit in the front and 3 people can sit inside. I'd highly recommend seeing Santa Barbara this way! We found street parking a block down. The bad: It would be nice if the above shade extended out a bit further to cover the kids sitting in the front. It would be nice if there were a shelf in the back or hook for backpacks/bags. We had a beach Bogg bag that we were able to hang on the cup holder. The interesting: They didn't check our license. Checking out a bike was super simple and quick. It was also super simple and quick to return it. I appreciated the ease and efficiency since I had toddlers with me. Helmets are optional.

Fresh, local, and done right…read more BiBiJi is one of the best spots on State Street, hands down. They source ingredients from the local farmers market, and you can truly taste the difference -- everything is incredibly fresh, natural, and high quality. Nothing feels overly processed or heavy; the flavors are clean, balanced, and thoughtfully prepared. The owner is an amazing guy who genuinely cares about what goes into the food and the experience guests have. That passion shows in every detail. It's rare to find a restaurant this committed to real ingredients and doing things the right way. If you appreciate fresh food, natural ingredients, and supporting a local business with integrity, BiBiJi is a must try. This is exactly the kind of place worth supporting.

When you walk into a Big 5 store, you are welcomed warmly. Not here. Not a word. We were able to…read morefind what we were looking for on our own. The prices were good. When we went to check out, our coupon was rejected by the rude cashier. When I questioned her, she looked at it again and reluctantly gave us the discount. We didn't feel good about our shopping experience. We will continue to shop at our local Big 5 for the great deals, but not this location.

Always have a really good selection and sale items. Any time they don't have the size in store,…read morethey offer to order them for you with no additional cost or shipping fees. Service from associates is excellent. No matter how many workers there are in store or how busy they are, each one will individually offer you help. They check on you multiple times and don't get annoyed regardless of how many times you ask for a different size, which can't be said for other places.

Luis and Denise were very kind, patient and attentive (: I ordered shoes online and they were able…read moreto assist me in lacing up my new shoes with a different color.