Good customer service. Lots of great mark downs! A little messy but overall good experience. Love…read more5.11

5.11 Tactical Clothing is a high quality, outdoor style line of clothes which is characterized by…read morelots of cargo pockets in the pants, very durable cloth, and robust construction. I have practically lived in my pants since the pandemic and felt it was time for some new pairs. Even though somewhat frayed in the cuffs mine still have lots of life left. There is a large variety of styles which can be confusing (at least for me) so it is nice to have brick and mortar store to actually look at the products and try them on. This store is well stocked and the staff were helpful in pointing me in right direction to find what I was looking for. I ended up buying four pairs of pants. The store is located in a shopping center at the North West corner of the intersection of 494 and Lyndale Avenue South. Parking is abundant.

I think this is one of their flagship stores as it is huge for an REI. If REI sells it, they carry…read moreit here. Depth in every product area. That is what hit me when I walked in. I came in for a running headlight. There were tons of options as headlights double for hiking, camping, etc. I was able to get a light and be on my way. However, it was a bit overwhelming with so much depth in every area, but "REI" depth - lots of base layers, rows of Gore-Tex jackets, etc. - not a lot of variety in brands and items - seemed a bit stale. I shop a lot at Scheels and Cabela's and they merchandise very well with lots of brands across different price points. It was also hard to find someone that worked there to help me even though the store was empty, but the checkout people were nice.

Spotted (easily) from the highway- she's a big one! We couldn't resist swinging by. While it was a…read morebeauty to look at, inside was busy & disorganized. After a very short time, I was ready to bolt, sans any purchases. I feel like there's potential but, as is, I can't see myself spending much time here. I think, sometimes, smaller is better (?) Prices are high, granted, but so is the quality of the products offered & there's a ton to choose from. Like everyone else, the appear to short-staffed. So, pack your patience!

What a great little store, packed with outdoor stuff. I came in here with my son looking for a…read morebalaclava before we went snowboarding. I remember asking someone and they said just under the canoe, and there were half a dozen hung up on the ceiling. lol. They have a great selection of winter clothes. The clothing errs on the boomer side of things, but the coats, ski/snowboard pants, gloves, hats, etc. are really well represented. The kids section was excellent. We had a variety of balaclavas to choose from. We got what we needed and we were on our way.

I had a wonderful experience with the Hoigaard's service team! I got a wax, tune, and new bindings…read morefor a comparable price to other shops in the area. The team was so knowledgeable, patience, and took the time to talk me through each step. They went the extra mile and even drilled new holes for my bindings in a better position for my new goals (from park girl to just cruising around the hill). My skis turned out amazing! I could not recommend them enough.

Stopped here on Friday to pick up bib and sweatshirt for Hot Cider 5K. I probably wouldn't have…read moremade the trek but there was a 20% off everything coupon. My running shoes are worn by toe area and I like Ascics a lot. They don't carry Ascics. I tried on Brooks (uncomfortable) and these other Nike shoes. The white ones I found were most comfortable. I wore them walking when I got home and I had the wrong socks on. They were uncomfortable. Today I had my Feetures socks on and did the 5K and it was better. With 20% off and being marked down, they still were $95.00. Oh well, YOLO.

if you are a runner get shoes anywhere else. I've received questionable Vaporfly's from Dick's…read moreonline. I tried them for a block and realized my 2 yr old Vaporfly's actually felt like there was more of a carbon plate than the ones received. I shipped the shoes back and the return was denied. I would advise going anywhere else.

Such a fun experience! Amazing customer service, huge selection in every department, from clothing…read moreto shoes to toys! Great sales and awesome friendly cashier! PLUS--the kids got a Ferris wheel ride for $1 a piece!

I've been here before to take my little cousin on the ferris wheel a year or so ago. They have so…read moremuch sportswear and stuff to check out. I was looking online to see if they carry converse, as I was looking for a pair of regular black chucks. When I entered the store there were tons of staff all over which is nice to see these days. I browsed the men's section first since the shoes are pretty much the same, I couldn't find them at first so I went across the store over to the women's and couldn't find converse in women's either. I did notice the women's shoes wasn't as busy as the men's. I browsed around a bit (no one greeted me or anything in men's or women's). I did finally find them under a table display and they only had platforms for women's so I went back over to men's to take another look. I did find them and waited for a salesman to assist me. A man walked up (after me) and the shoe he wanted was next to stock room so he was helped right away. I waited and asked for help.. I was told by a rep that he had to go check on some other customers, I kept waiting and being ignored to the point I witnessed reps asking people still looking around if they needed help and finally someone came up to help me, I asked for a 7 (as I'm a 8 1/2, 9 in women's), he came back and told me the smallest size they have is an 8 which is too big. He asked who I was shopping for, I said myself and he asked me what size I wear and I said about a 9 in women's and he said "well this is men's" as if I was blind. Just didn't like the vibes all around.

Every time I go to the Mall of America I have to stop here…read more It feels more than a toy store. There's many different stations/sections of the store that you'll find unique products for adults and kids. Staff are always ready to help. Demos will keep you in the store for awhile.

Toys AND outdoorsy gear?! Talk about an awesome combo! Just looking at the storefront says "Fun!"…read moreInside you'll find camping gear, warm clothing, silly animal slippers for all sizes, survival guides (like rope tying and more), many fun plush critters, toys/gifts/games that encourage outdoor play, etc. Definitely cool to look around and browse; I didn't have much room left in my luggage to buy much more stuff, but I'm super glad a place like this exists. Kind of gave off the vibe of an REI for kiddos, haha. Way better to get kids into going outside to play than always staring at a screen. =)

Been a duluth trading company for atleast a decade. Thousands spent! Ive never used their no bull…read moregurantee where they claim theyll exchange your item for free. No bs, no hassle. Well unfortunately thats utter bs and they'll string you along and waste your time just to get nowhere. Lost my business. (Had a sweatshirt zipper stop working after 5 uses!) Well made chinese products with a terrible warranty.

I love some of the merchandise but today I went to take advantage of their Black Friday sale. I…read moregot there at 10 am and the store was a disaster of organization. Never have I seen such a disorganized display of merchandise-given I thought they remodeled. Shame on the management of this store. I would not recommend this store because the merchandise is unfolded and the presentation is awful. Too bad. Nice products but high price point. The store interior would get a failing mark from me.

If you have fond memories of Midwest Mountaineering, that longtime Cedar-Riverside staple, this new…read moreoutdoor activity gear shop is definitely good news for you! That shop's manager has now opened Lake State Mountaineering with similar wares and similar values. So we're talking high quality canoeing, climbing, camping, and hiking gear from a combination of large, small, and local vendors. They have a website you can order from, but if you want to browse in person and get knowledgeable advice from this passionate crew, you can pop into the shop. They have some pretty high-end merchandise, but I'm seeing some tempting sale offers and they have a rental program that might help you get kitted out for an adventure. This storefront location might be tricky to find at first. Enter through the building's Washington Avenue door, next to the barber shop, then follow the signs through the door there and up the stairs, where you'll spot them. I promise there's a nice store up there! You're on your own for parking but it's easy enough to find metered street parking. If you want to properly gear up for this kind of activity and want the best equipment, sold to you be a locally-owned store who will give you honest recommendations that come from deep experience, this is where to go.

Despite not finding what I was looking for what I did find in this store was even better! At the…read moretime I visited they're going through their end of season sale and practically the entire store is on sale. They also carry high quality gear like marmot and Patagonia and those are not excluded from sale which is a rarity. Definitely a hidden gem of a shop and where I will be coming back to get gear for a good value. It's nice to have a local option that caters to the outdoor market besides REI.

Do you need broomball equipment? If so, then definitely go here. This is one if the few places that…read morewill have both the gear & the knowledge you'll need. They are also great supporters of the sport so let's support them back! P.S. Do you need other sports equipment? Don't worry, they have that too.

Great place go get new equipment or good quality used equipment for reasonable prices. Employees…read moreare very knowledgeable so don't be afraid to ask questions.

Pop quiz: it's gift-giving season, and you want to find the perfect gift for that outdoorsy person…read morein your life. You are not outdoorsy. This person in your life is not someone that you know very well. Spoiler alert: You are me. Orvis to the rescue! This Orvis is located exceptionally conveniently for me, and I can always find parking. The clean, bright, and welcoming store is full of good things, from outerwear to sweaters to stuff for your pup and fly fishing gear. The recipient I have in mind loves all these things. What to choose? Orvis comes through again: a gift card will ensure that what the lucky person you're shopping for will get something that fits just right, and it is at exactly the right price point. I was greeted promptly upon entering the store, and the lovely salesperson took me right up to the counter and rang me up immediately. I was in and out in less than five minutes, but I am sure to be back to browse someday--there is so much good stuff in there, even for a homebody like me!

There have been several Orvis stores in the Twin Cities over the years. They initially were like L…read moreL Bean, Eddie Bauer, Abercrombie & Fitch and others and catered mostly to the hunting and fishing crowd. Most of their business by was mail order. Now I would guess most of their business is in upscale casual and outdoor clothing for men and women. Orvis still makes very nice fly fishing equipment - my first really nice fly rod was made by Orvis. This particular store has a convenient location with lots of parking. They have never been particularly busy when I have been in and the staff has always been friendly. Their products are high quality - no fast fashion cheaply made goods here. Orvis has a nice online catalogue so you can get an idea of what is available and they can order it if it is not in stock. I have a soft spot in my heart for Orvis and wish them well.