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    Columbia Factory Store - Inside the store

    Columbia Factory Store

    5.0(1 review)
    29.2 mi

    I grew up in the area but moved away and visit every couple years. We had not been to the outlet in…read moreabout 4 years since before the pandemic but were visiting and had a chance to shop here for the first time. It was nice to see all the jacket options, t-shirts, shorts, vests, socks, hats, shoes, etc. the staff were super nice and approachable and there are 2 changing rooms in the back right corner when you walk in. Prices are great (obviously outlet range), and they have lots of sizes. ----TL;DR---- Pros: plenty of parking, good prices, friendly staff, good selection Cons: none Bottom Line: if you need some Columbia sportswear brand gear, here's the place to shop

    From the owner: Our Columbia factory store is located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina at Shoppes on the Parkway. We…read morecarry innovative outerwear, sportswear, footwear, and accessories for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. Stop by our outlet store before you take on your next adventure this fall and winter. We have men's and women's snow boots, winter jackets, ski pants, and gloves to keep you warm this season. Whether sledding Blue Ridge Parkway, skiing the slopes on Appalachian Ski Mountain, snowboarding Beech Mountain Ski Resort, or cross-country skiing at Sugar Mountain Resort, we have the equipment to fuel your outdoor thrills. Shop our large inventory of performance products that will keep you warm, dry, cool, and protected year-round.

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    New River Outfitters & General Store

    New River Outfitters & General Store

    4.3(7 reviews)
    24.2 mi

    Pros: Was able to tube down the New River same day that I called. The young lady who checked us in…read morefor floating was friendly, as well as the guy who drove us to new river state park to get in. (We did the short float trip) The price is fair. The store had a few necessities, good for what you need from them. The river itself was great for floating. The water level was up, no getting stuck on rocks on our day. Cons: The manager looking guy was a little grumpy looking and not approachable in the store. I actually thought about 3 stars because this was so noticeable, but the others working there don't deserve that. It would have been great to have a few picnic tables or a changing area down at the river. Just a little shack with half doors like a dressing room would be great. We had that in Bryson City after a trip down the river there, and it was wonderful to not have to get in the car while still wet. Everyone was making makeshift beach towel dressing rooms for their friends at this spot.

    Thankfully we came on a day when a friendly young girl was running the store :)…read more The establishment is no frills- but it's exactly what is needed; a store on the river that offer rentals (canoe, kayak, tubes) and shuttle. I called around and they had the best summer 2016 prices by far. If you just want to give a few dollars to float the river then this is your place. Extra bonus- it's close to Shatley Springs. You can fill up and then work it off paddling :)

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