I was really happy to find out that there is an Eastern Mountain Sports in Connecticut. It was…read morereally popular some years ago when they had so many stores. Right now this is the only store in Connecticut, but one of the workers there told me that they're opening another one in Manchester, Connecticut. That's great! It's an awesome store. This store is right next to Bob's. One of the workers told me that the owner owns both stores. The Bob's side has the toilets. The workers are helpful. There's a good selection of outdoors stuff. You can become a member for free, and you get money back and coupons. There were already some Black Friday deals out. They had a sign that you can rent stuff too. Great store!

EMS is one of the few remaining store fronts to get good quality hiking gear. I recently purchased…read morea new pair of boots in preparation for hiking the White Mtns and the staff was helpful, knowledgeable, and they had my size in stock. Refund policy was clearly explained and I spent a couple days wearing my boots indoors only as they mentioned. Thanks for being such a dependable supplier of outdoor equipment!

Very cool store. A little of everything for the outdoors. Great brands and well selected options…read more Prices are comparable to bigger stores/online shopping so please support local business!

This is a hidden gem for those outdoor enthusiasts. It appeared that they had everything one would…read moreneed to survive in the woods from clothing, camping equipment, food, tools, maps, sleeping bags, tents, hunting standings, etc, etc...you get the idea. The interior is amazing with countless mounted wildlife and nature scenes. There are bears, deer, moose, ducks, etc etc...again you get the idea. This is reason enough to go see the amazing wildlife they have in the building. The staff was friendly and available if we needed them. Prices were reasonable and they had a clearance section which is always a plus. There was plenty to choose from and it is easy to get to and easy parking as well. Go for a nice ride down to beautiful Hope Valley and visit URE, you will feel like you are hundreds of miles away in some small town in Northern New England.... We will be going back. As a scouting family, I am sure we will grab some great items to go camping with in the near future.

I usually shop at another location that is closer to me, but this location had what I was looking…read morefor. This location is more convenient/easier to get to than the old one I remember down the street. The selection is great. My first store before this had zero of what I was looking for. This location had several varieties and price points to shop from. I was happy with the shooting experience.

Friendly staff and friendly customers all around! A young lady saw me with my cane trying to grab a…read moreshopping cart and she helped me. First time coming here and we might be back in the future. The bathroom was dirty but not the stores fault that people are nasty and inconsiderate of taking care of the bathrooms.

I find it easier to shop online and compare prices, but when you need something right away, West…read moreMarine's big stores are likely to have what you're looking for. Staff is generally attentive and knowledgeable. They've made cruising easier more than once.

This establishment really needs to try harder on the advertisement front. Nobody on God's green…read moreearth would know this place existed if it were not for yelp or the West Marine website. They provide absolutely no signage to the storefront and normally that would not be too big of a deal but they are so far off the main road I'm surprised anyone knows it exists. The only reason I now it is there is because I live here and often drive that backroad. With that nonsense aside, this is the cleanest, most well stocked West Marine I have ever seen including the Charleston area locations. Immaculate. They even have a parts department and if they don't have the part they will find it. Why four stars you say?! I'm pissed that they don't advertise their location much. While I might be selfish and say I should have this place to myself, I know that lack of foot traffic will end up closing this place.

Update: Just went in today 10/2024 to make another rifle purchase and they were great! Got an…read moreamazing deal on a S&W on sale and they were super helpful. The process of buying a firearm is painful anywhere but I didn't feel rushed and was patient during the checkout. My 1st vist was during Covid and the shop was busy but the staff helped me take my blue card test, pass it and helped me decide to purchase my S&W Shield 2.0. I returned after recieving my Blue card and went home Happy. The price was fair and I returned to by more ammo and a gun safe. Highy recommend.

If zero stars was an option, I'd pick it. I'm a RSO and…read morearmorer at two other ranges and the amount of firearms from there I've had to fix or remount is more than ten. They charge an arm and a leg to install something simple and do it incorrectly. They don't know what they're doing.

Our grandsons have been asking for fishing rods for a few years. The employees at West Marine are…read morevery helpful. None of the adults in our family know anything about fishing. Ryan showed our grandsons how to set up their new rods, tie simple knots, and the type of lures they needed. Ryan even gave them a few local fishing spots.

As a professional mariner; servicing boaters in and around Block Island from all over. It's…read moreimperative to have a good reliable company that can ship needed parts out to the Island. I've called on West Marine Narragansett for filters, oil, inflatable boat repair kits; they always are helpful and even run down to the Ferry to ship it out ASAP. They're a great resource for boaters in southern RI. Thank you; Captain Bob

This is a great shop, very impressive. With EMS gone now we have fewer choices when looking for…read moreoutdoor wear. I really liked what they had for men's and women's outdoor clothing. Interestingly enough, they also carry a decent selection of used gear: backpacks/sleeping bags, etc.. Great experience in this wonderful shop.

Some friends and I went tubing down the river and it was incredible! Our transporter, Lucas, was…read moresuper helpful!

good prices but very slow shipping. Ordered priority mail and it's taken over a week. didn't ship…read moretil 4 days after order

Although knowledgeable, staff is pretty apathetic/low energy…read more Twice now, I've paid $40 for a complete tune up on my board. 1st time was OK, but the 2nd time they were pretty sloppy with the wax and did a bad job with the edge work/base repair. (Lots of areas that needed more work still)

Avie's Ski and Sports is AWESOME. They have the very best staff and service. They were very helpful…read morewhen I needed a new set of skies (after 20 years on my last pair). The staff were very knowledgeable, helpful, friendly, and otherwise outstanding. They went more than out of their way to get me into the right skis for me. 100 out of 10. Would recommend.

Great selection of gear. Ted and the staff are super helpful and friendly, we always enjoy going in.read more