Dustin in shoes was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable about the brands and made great…read morerecommendations to lead me to the right shoe (Brooks). He was patient, attentive and made for an excellent shopping experience.

Husband and I came here to look for some Padres clothing wear. Being a sporting good store they of…read morecourse had a good Pardres clothing section. Cute beanies! The area looked picked over, a bit of disarray. But staff on the floor were busy and I must say very friendly. The young floor staff were quick to check on you if you needed anything or had questions. When we asked a question, they were quick to answer with enthusiasm. For the most part the store is clean and organized. I still find some of the merchandise to be on the upper end if you were to do comparison shopping. But, it looked like they had some good deals. We made it to the counter with our purchase with the employees checking you out, the goal being to move the line along. I don't think that would hinder us from returning.

I was greeted by the nicest young man who walked me over to the item I was shopping for…read more Lots of stuff in the store. If your first time in this store, it's easy to get lost.

The staff was extremely helpful. Very knowledgeable regard fishing licenses & fishing equipment…read more This store location is jam packed with everything sports related. It's a fun atmosphere & one of the few retail speciality stores around. Let's keep them open by visiting Big 5 stores in your area.

Jason in the footwear department at REI Carlsbad was outstanding. He spent nearly two hours with us…read moreand was incredibly patient, kind, and knowledgeable. He took the time to answer all of our questions, explain the differences between shoes, and never made us feel rushed or pressured. Even though we didn't buy shoes that day, the excellent service is exactly why we'll be back. REI is fortunate to have Jason on their team!

REI is a great store for athletic and outdoorsy clothing and gear. One of the best perks is their…read morereturn policy. You can return or exchange items for up to a year if you're a co-op member (or up to 90 days if you're not), even if the items have been used. I absolutely love my hiking shoes from here (Lowa brand-pricey but worth it), and they carry so many high-quality brands like Vuori and Patagonia. Every time I shop here, the service has been friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful. Highly recommend for anyone who loves the outdoors or needs reliable gear.

I bought a board that ended up having some issues on the first day, and instead of blaming me or…read moremaking it difficult, the staff went above and beyond to make it right and hooked me up with another board. They were also super helpful throughout the process of picking out a board that actually fit my style. They took the time to listen to what I was looking for, gave me great advice, and genuinely made sure I was happy with my purchase. They even gave me a free leash and 20% off accessories which was super helpful. Really appreciate the customer service and how they handled the situation. I'll definitely be coming back to Hansen's in the future!

Just up the coast from cardiff is Encinitas and Hansens Surf…read more I know i need nothing but another shirt. might be ok. I bought my custom XX pro boogie board here. So far, just in Maui and Drl Mar. in search of the perfect wave.

My husband and I came in to the store on Sunday just to look around and start getting an idea of…read morewhich treadmill we might want to purchase. Josh was the gentleman working at the time and he was super helpful. He wasn't pushy, or annoyed with all the questions we had. He seemed very knowledgeable and honest. The store was well organized and all the treadmills were working and ready to try out. They do offer delivery and set up too which Is a plus. Their prices are on par with the brands sites too. We will definitely be coming back when we are ready to commit to a machine.

One year ago I set up a home gym and purchased most of the equipment & supplies from Johnson…read moreFitness. I couldn't be happier and one year later all the equipment is still just as new with daily use (I purchased mostly hoist brands). Roth (like the IRA) was super helpful and friendly. The install people they work with were also great. This store is a gem in Encinitas ... it made such as difference shopping in person instead of online. They are also next to a very nice French bakery ... and I don't consider myself to be a snob or anything (also just near a Chik-fil-A)

Both my wife and I had an exceptional experience at Road Runner Solana Beach. Although they were…read morebusy, Spencer greeted us a welcome as we entered the store. She thoroughly asked questions as to my needs and quickly fitted my foot on their 3D and analyzed my results. I was surprised by the results. She explained the process thoroughly and recommended an insert. I have been having problems with my arch support and my Orthopedic recommended Road Runner. Great call! I left with a new pair of Nike shoes with the new custom made sole insert. My feet feel great, again. Oh, and that VIP pressure people talk about. Spencer explained it showing us how the numbers worked to our benefit. Savings in the long run and able to cancel at anytime. No sales pressure as I read some comments. Numbers did the trick!

I went to this store because it is less than a mile from my home and I needed a nice pair of…read morerunning shoes. Although they had two employees and only two customers, my existence was not acknowledged by either worker for over five minutes. (The gentleman at the register made a noise when I asked him about the machine in the front of the store but that was it). I even stood no more than 4 feet away from a female employee while she was talking with a customer and she didn't acknowledge my presence, much less tell me that she could help me in a moment....... it gives me such a terrible taste in my mouth to be treated like dirt in my hometown. But I did go today and spend $200 on a pair of shoes and I'll bring my family of four (including 2 young teens) to a shoe store in Encinitas even though they sell the same product at the same price over 5 miles away...... I really wanted to support local. But clearly the employees don't care about service.

I actually still like Target even tho they have done a few things that I didn't like since 2024…read more However, I also want to avoid using Amazon as much as possible. Right after my misadventure and frustration at another nearby store, I ended up at this Target. It's a large Target with a good sized grocery area, clean including the restrooms, a Starbucks and a pharmacy. The beauty/personal care product area of the store is fairly large. I miss having Ulta here, but oh, well. Even tho this store is fairly busy, they don't have whole aisles of products locked up, unlike a nearby competitor. I found what I wanted and plan on coming back when I have more time. I stopped over in the grocery area, where Francis who may have been working as a Target personal shopper filling someone's list, asked me if I needed help finding something. It's so nice to feel seen in a store. As a senior, I sometimes don't feel that way. As I was going back to the registers, I noticed other employees asking people if they needed help finding things - one even walked a shopper over to the area that had what she needed. I feel like in what seems to be a stressful time in the world and in many of our lives, with increased prices and conflict. I will still choose to go shopping in an actual store if possible, especially a store with good customer service and unlocked nail polish remover. I just wish that Target would again have products that supported the LGBTQ and black communities. Even tho I am a straight old white lady, I still bought some of those products.

I was REALLY wanting to read Dungeon Crawler Carl and the library didn't have any available copies…read more I decided to go to Target because we had a gift card collecting dust. We used to go to Target all the time, but stopped because they rolled back DEI initiatives. This Target is definitely better than the other Targets in the area so would go here if you need to go to . Was able to get the book for 20% off which was nice. They have eliminated a lot of workers I feel like with the automated checkout areas, but that is the way the world is changing. I try to go to a human cashier whenever possible. Human connection helps us be better people and it might save their job. The book is great btw. It's a mix between Ready Player One and Hunger Games.

Anytime I travel and encounter a Patagonia store I must check it out. This beautiful store sits…read moreright on the coast highway in Cardiff By The Sea. Easy to find but limited parking. This store is not as big as other stores I have visited, but they still carry a lot of great items for adventuring. I like the fact that this store specializes in surf gear. I trust the Patagonia brand and their clothing and hats always fit well and last a long time. I wear a lot of Patagonia when I am on the trail or kayaking. Yes, they are a bit pricey but I like knowing that what I purchase is not going to tear or fall apart. We were greeted by friendly and helpful staff. I just browsed while my friend found herself a new hat. She received great service when checking out and I would definitely shop here in the future. Thanks Patagonia for keeping me warm and comfortable on the trail and cool when I am on the water.

Love Patagonia as a brand and this location reflects that well. The store gets busy but the staff…read moreis always helpful. Great place for quality outdoor gear and a company that stands behind strong environmental values. Customer service is great.

I ordered from Swimwest on 9/8. I have tried to email about my order three times. I get no reply…read moreback. My order still says it is unfilled. I am not happy with the service. If I didn't need my swim teams jammers I would want a refund.

Great for Swimmers and people that likes to swim. I hope they do GOOD IN 2024. PLZ DO NOT GIVE THEM…read moreHATE

Had an awesome experience at 5.11 Tactical. The store was well stocked and easy to browse, and the…read moreoverall vibe was great. Angelo Astorga and Theo Lord were both fantastic to work with. Super knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely helpful throughout the visit. My son and I really enjoyed our time there and felt taken care of from the moment we walked in. We left with exactly what we needed and will absolutely be coming back.

Ted's the man. Came in very close to closing (my bad I know) but instead of being perturbed, Ted…read morewas super helpful and cheerful. 10/10 ontop of a 'no bs' brand.