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    3.9 (8 reviews)

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    Piche's Ski & Sport Shop - Find that sweet spot

    Piche's Ski & Sport Shop

    4.4(18 reviews)
    12.2 mi

    I will never shop anywhere else for ski equipment…read more The experience I had at Piche's today was outstanding. I called the store yesterday, and despite the fact they were VERY busy on a Saturday, they took the time to listen and give me feedback, and we agreed I'd come in today (a Sunday) when they were less busy and could devote sufficient time to helping me. Backstory: I got back into skiing last year and went the cheap route when I picked up my boots at a ski sale. Nothing wrong with buying boots at a ski sale IF YOU KNOW YOUR FIT and KNOW WHAT YOU WANT. I did not, so I bought the wrong size, and my ski runs were punctuated with "wait, let me adjust this," and "hang on, let me adjust that," which is not what I want to be doing all the way down the slope. A few weeks back, I stumbled into a ski shop in a different town. Though the shop was nearly empty, they would not help me until I made a fitting appointment, which was weeks out. This was a red flag, but I ignored it and made an appointment. When my appointment arrived, it wasn't a great experience - I traveled all the way back to this other town, and after measuring my foot, they put me in a Nordica boot they selected. Just one. They said they were sure this was the boot for me, but it wasn't comfortable, it wasn't even in the neighborhood of comfortable. There was no suggestion of any other boot. I asked to try on second pair for comparison, and they grudgingly chose another for me to try, but the second pair was no better. So, they steered me back to the initial boot they suggested. At least they did read the room right when they said "maybe you shouldn't buy these, you don't seem thrilled with them." They need not have worried, I would have given up skiing altogether before buying their suggested boot. I could not believe that the only solution to my somewhat painful experience last season was just more pain in a different size this season. That's when I called Piche's, and I'm so glad I did. I went in first thing this morning, and Nate was amazing. He spent over 2 hours with me (apparently, I have a difficult foot to fit because of super high arches). He didn't just help me try on boot after boot, he educated me along the way: he described the differences between boot brands, the variances in boot and liner qualities, and the advantages and disadvantages of different boot styles. He clearly explained how the right boot should feel, and how that feel would change with heat molding and with regular use. He pointed out things to consider in choosing a boot and also identified and excluded other things from consideration, knowing my ski goals & abilities (I'm intermediate at best, and I want to live in intermediate-ville, I do not want to race or ski aggressively, I just want to be comfortable and be outside in the snow and enjoy myself). After 2 hours, we narrowed it down to 2 boots of the same brand (K2), and then he had me try on each pair another time or two. He was absolutely diligent in methodically working through all the options with me, and that made my final decision easy, intuitive, and evidence-based. Many, many thanks to Nate and everyone else I encountered at Piche's (the gentleman who spoke to me by phone on Saturday, I'm so sorry I didn't catch your name; the owner, Pat) - they are all incredibly professional, friendly, and patient, and I highly recommend them for all your winter sports needs, and especially fittings! PS: huge store, great selection good prices, same-day heat molding, and they also have equipment for summer sports like biking & kayaking!

    Yeah. Been a LONG time since I had new skis. Boy did I need help. And yes indeed I got all the help…read moreI required. Fabulous buying experience. Highly recommend these guys. They've been putting skip packages together since the 1930's. Cool pictures inside to browse. Exceptional professional people working there. Can't go wrong. Dumb if you go anywhere else.

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    Kittery Trading Post

    Kittery Trading Post

    3.8(243 reviews)
    40.6 mi
    $$

    Is there such a thing as having too much gear? Perhaps, only if you're carrying it all at the same…read moretime for a limited trip. Is there such a thing as too much firepower? Perhaps, only if you're seeking the smallest game on a very short trip. Is there really such a thing ever as having TOO much? Perhaps, there is no such a thing if you're a "responsible" prepper or an avid enthusiast seeking to advance yourself to handle just about ANY situation thrown your way - including the apocalypse. I definitely do not believe there is such a thing as having too much. And I can bet on it that most of the people here today at Kittery Trading Post feel the same way. Yes, the prices are mostly MSRP and sometimes higher. Yes, you can most likely (99% of the time) get a better deal elsewhere (especially online). But where can you actually have the opportunity to TOUCH everything or be likely seduced to WANT more because you weren't aware that such an item even existed? Here, at KTP, that is exactly what happens. You think you have a particular item in mind? How about being thrown more options that most other stores even dream of carrying? Thought you liked something online? How about holding that item in person and deciding if it is the right fit for just a fraction more of the price (and avoid the need to make returns for the most part?) How about being swayed into another product because you "apparently" didn't research it enough to realize there are even BETTER options that fit your exact needs (or because it's more expensive and you can justify it in person, lol)? Kittery Trading Post is definitely one of my ultimate retail spots as an outdoor enthusiast and an avid prepper (for whatever possible events will ever unfold in my fantasies). And every time I'm here, I always leave with at least one new toy for the personal arsenal. Definitely love this place even if it's not exactly the best bang for the buck.

    This is like REI on steroids…read more Tons and tons of outdoor gear. An outdoor enthusiast's mecca or dream. Free parking lot and they have a tent set up outside with their sale items. They usually have events every weekend as well to drive visitors to their store so it's pretty busy all thr time. If you're one of those people that likes to explore recreational clothing, shoes, and equipment in person, this is the place to go.

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    Nute's Trading Post - 06/16/2024

    Nute's Trading Post

    5.0(1 review)
    11.2 mi
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    My friend has a lake house not far from here & I had gone up for the night and she was telling me…read moreabout this store & wanted to take me here. We went in the afternoon on 06/16/2024. This place is sooooo cute!! I LOVED it!! There's a lot of different items to look @ & we learned that the cashier, Cassandra is also a local artist who has made a lot of the things for sale in the store. She was very nice & friendly. I love the gift bags & tissue paper that she hand stamps and puts together the bags if you are buying gifts for someone. I got a cute porcelain cat planter that was even on sale! The best part about it is my friend actually Venmo me money for it because she wanted to pay for it as a bday gift...score!! I picked up a couple cute NH stickers as I like to collect a sticker from each state that I visit & I also pick one up for a friend & co-worker. I got my Mom this super cute night light made out of metal with a bear in it that I think will look great @ her camp up in ME, that one I'm saving for Christmas. My friend also bought me these flat dish rags that expand when you get them wet, they have cats all over them. I've been eyeing them ever since she showed me some that she has back in Dec. when I was @ her house. I haven't really wanted to buy them due to them being a little pricey so I'm excited to try them out. Cassandra had told us how this building use to be an old Bait & Tackle shop. The owner worked hard redoing it & getting it ready for her trading post. I love the hard wood floors, this place is just really cozy and nice. :-) I definitely will have to stop in again when I'm back in town & up this way. Thanks for your AWESOME customer service & friendliness Cassandra! NOTE: there is no public toilet or running water in here. There is a gas station close by & a DD across the street.

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