A true local store that has everything you need for a great day on the river. The shop manager was…read morewelcoming and gave us a few tips. The had plenty of options at good prices and had an assortment of clinics to try. Now, if you are looking to get into the places the local fish then you'll need a guide. Look no further than Rob Buhler! My son wanted to learn to fly fish for his birthday and I hadn't picked up a rod for 20 years. Rob gave us a fantastic, practical four hour lesson on the river. He took his time teaching fundamentals and made every cast fun. Rob was incredibly knowledgeable about the river, fish, fauna, and the geological history of the area. In addition, he was huge on safety and environmental protection which was a massive positive. Don't think twice about asking for Rob the next time you're in the Kernville area and need a pro. He was so committed to the craft and gave off the vibe of the cool uncle everyone wants to have around. A real gift to the area and we're so glad the shop has folks like him on staff.

Guy's 2-Day Nymphing Clinic. December 2025 I went to the Kern River to spend the weekend fly…read morefishing. My first stop was to the Kern River Fly Shop to get some advice about flies and pick up a few that were working at that time and for the area I intended to fish. While in the shop I opted to sign up for the mailing list to help get reacquainted with the sport. Twenty plus years ago I considered myself a fair fly fisher. Over the years I spent less and less time on the water so when I visited last December, unsurprisingly, I was seriously out of practice. I spent time practicing my cast but needed help in an area I have always struggled with, nymph fishing. The shop sends out emails about various clinics so I signed up for the two day clinic and it was worth it. Guy started by going over the basics including key knots to set up our nymph leaders then building them for ourselves and before lunch we were out testing them out. After lunch more knowledge shared and more fishing. The class was small, five of us, and I felt he spent time with each us zeroing in on what each of us needed both in the water and out. We all walked away with a booklet he provided with key info including the knots, leaders, entomology of the area, and more. We also were provided the leaders and some other goodies and most importantly for me, a MUCH better understanding of nymph casting techniques, the skills to identify the right fly and an added bonus some great placed to fish on the Kern. Last but surely not least, Guy is really personable. He is easy to get along with, has a great sense of humor and most importantly adept at communicating what he knows. I walked away with a full tool kit of skills and am now considering his surf clinic. I live not far from the beach and had never considered saltwater fly fishing, but I am now. A final goodie I got to share with family and friends, a video he posted (with my expressed permission): https://youtube.com/shorts/4Xxio-4EoD0?si=65rLSPFaFBBP1jX6

Our new bikes have taken our adventures to the next level! Outstanding quality, amazing rides, and…read morean incredible team at Action Sports. Knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate -- we highly recommend them! Thank you Kerry & his Team

I brought my bicycle here when the derailer fell off and the brakes stopped working right. When I…read moredropped it off on Sunday afternoon around 1:30 they said it would be ready on Tuesday. I told them at the service department that the bike would not shift gears going up, that the shifter only worked right when downshifting. Imagine my surprise when they text me less than three hours later saying my bike is ready. It seemed OK, they asked me to ride it in the parking lot. It was 5:50, and they closed in ten minutes. The bike shifted OK for a couple of cycles up and down. As much as I was happy to get the bicycle back the same day, I was not happy after riding it several time and from gears five thru eight still trouble upshifting. I truly wish they had kept the bike until Tuesday, maybe the bike would shift properly. I did not need to get my bicycle back fast as much as I needed to get my bicycle back FIXED.

This past Saturday, we rented electric bikes from Pedego Bakersfield, and it was an absolute blast!…read moreThe bikes were so much fun to ride, and the rental prices were incredibly affordable, such great value for a fun family experience. Jan and David were outstanding! They were so friendly and helpful, making sure we felt comfortable and ready to go, whether we had experience with electric bikes or not. Their expertise made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. We highly recommend Pedego Bakersfield and this fun activity to anyone visiting Bakersfield! It's perfect for all ages, whether you're a seasoned rider or trying an electric bike for the first time. Don't miss out on this way of exploring Bakersfield with the great off the road bike trails that are most flat smooth trails.

Back up five or six weeks. The wife called the shop to inquire about e-bikes as we are considering…read morea future trip involving bikes/ebikes. Dave answered all questions and invited us down to the shop for a free demo, which we did. We were welcomed by Dave, who went over the bikes and how the worked. We rode around the parking lot a bit. We are old, and it's been a long, long time since we've been on bikes. We did not rent them as my wife felt she needed to up her basic bike skills first. Back to today. We arrived at our our scheduled rental time and were again greeted by Dave. Super friendly, super patient, super easy to work with. He reviewed the bike operation again, set us up with helmets and locks. Explained where to ride and what to do. I thought the rentals were reasonably priced, the bikes are in great shape we had a ball. A long-winded way of saying this place and the staff are great, and it's a very fun outing. If/when we're in the market for an e-bike I'd seriously consider purchasing here just based on service received. Until then, we plan on some more rental rides!

Walked in ready to buy a gun... This place has the worst customer service. I asked to see an item…read moreand the worker ignored me and proceeded to help a customer who came after me.... I went to Turner's and had a much better experience/ smooth checkout process.

I have been a dedicated and loyal customer of Dirty Bird for YEARS. They have all the parts you…read morecould be looking for with a large selections.But I have noticed a steep decline in their customer service, it's extremely frustrating as I'm interested in keeping my spending local but the staff is making it difficult. There's a lack of urgency, staff will blatantly ignore you (even when it's first come first serve) , the staff act like they are burdened by any questions or inquiries, and they never answer the darn phone. One of the guys who used to help us often Austin was/is always so helpful, friendly, and goes above and beyond. I really don't want to take my business elsewhere but the decline is pushing that direction.

Excellent products at great prices. I love my new knife. 100% recommend kern river knivesread more

From the owner: We carry a wide variety of American made products. We are an authorized dealer for: Case, Kershaw,…read moreBuck, Moore Maker, Anza, Spyderco, Boker, Smiths & Zero Tolerance. We are the largest knife dealer in the county.

Marlene and her team were amazing from the start...so friendly, personable, and professional. They…read moreguided us through everything, and it made the whole experience so much easier. Thank you all so much!

Looking for promotional items for your business? Want to stay local? Via Promotionals is the place…read moreto go in the Santa Clarita Valley. Awesome customer service, great promotional items, and the best value for your buck.

Brought my bike initially to get my brake cables extended since I added a new handle bar that rises…read moreabout 8 inches higher. Staff recommended a tune up which only costs $45. Most affordable in town. They did an awesome job with my vintage GT MTBMX cruiser build. Ended up buying a GT seat from one of the staff. Owner was very transparent and staff were all super helpful. Overall did an amazing job, friendly staff and received a lot of compliments on my bike. Donated my spare parts since they are a non profit organization and also have a free 2nd hand bike program which is amazing.

Took my triathlon bike for a tune up and two extra tires for a Flat. When I returned a week later…read morethe kid in charge of the front desk argued that I only took one tire. I didn't want to argue with them and left.