I had not been to this location before, didn't realize such a nice store was in the unmatchingly dilapidated winn dixie plaza on gateway. West Marine has their own brand of many products, which seem lower than the name brand ones. My husband had purchased life jackets here for our kids not long ago, so I decided it could not hurt to have one for myself also. They had industrial/commercial types, a pretty bare bones version, and a higher end prettier vest type of jacket, all in their brand name. There was even some life jackets on their clearance rack.
I noted that they have bulk rope, twine, and other cordage on large spools at the back, very useful.
The person who checked us out was funny, kind, and personable. Definitely felt welcome here, even though, sigh, I don't actually own a boat. yet! read more