What a great store- I bought the most amazing bathing suits here. We rented bikes and they also…read morerent SUP boards. Can't wait to come back and shop some more with them. Spacious, friendly and very knowledgeable.

From the owner: Allow us to introduce ourselves! Founded in 1996 by Christian Schlebach, Re-Sails was the first in…read morethe market to manufacture sail bags and accessories out of re-purposed sails. Many years in the yachting industry showed a significant amount of old sail being disposed of in the dumpster. Realizing the potential of Dacron in different applications Christian took some of those sails and started designing jackets and bags out of his garage. Two years of sewing at home and doing the boat shows, it was decided that a store in Newport, RI was the next step. Our Shop in Newport is the flagship store with many new products being test marketed. We are also located in Annapolis MD, just before the Naval Academy. With plans for a few more stores located in sailing communities, keep your eyes open for us, we might be neighbors! Custom designed in Newport RI and having 2 state side stores has given Re-Sails the opportunity to become a household name in the sailing industry. We are proudly made in the USA and dedicated to the recycling of sail material and green production. We are able to customize our products just for you so if you have an idea give us a call, we would love to hear from you!

Great service, selections and value. Their detail to technical specs of the products is impressive.read more

Stopped here today. Fairly new business. Nice organized clean shop. Super friendly employee. Very…read moreknowledgeable. Great for boaters, paddle boarders, kayakers etc. Check it out!

We did love the dighy and motor they sold us. Also incredibly supportive in learning how to use the…read moremotor. However they sold us a boat trailer without a title. we used that trailer three times. Once to drive across the state, once to put the boat in the water. when we took the boat out of the water the axle snapped. Also the lights never worked. I did leave a message to see if there was any warranty as we bought the trailer barely 3 months ago. No response. No call back. Now we are getting the trailer repaired and wondering how to get it registered without a title.

We don't post often, but when we find a great place - well, we need to share. We needed an impeller…read morefor our generator and also wanted to check out the consignment section of this shop, so we called in advance to check whether they stocked the impeller. The person who answered was very helpful, asked my name and said they'd set the impeller aside. We walked the 1.2 miles from town (it's what cruisers do) and got to the shop. We had our dog with us and asked if it would be OK to bring him in (it was about 85 degrees out and he was wiped). Not only could we bring him in, but they even provided him a bowl of water. The impellers were on the side, just like they said they'd be. We wandered around the store and it was a really cool place - lots of things you don't always see, and the consignment part of the store had some really neat things. After we paid for our stuff, we decided we wanted to cab it back. We called the cab company and they said they wouldn't allow dogs in their cabs. The owner's son said there was a pretty big storm coming, and he actually drove us back to the dinghy docks in his own car! I'm all about buying local and supporting local businesses. When you have customer service and friendliness like this, it's pretty much worth any price (and for the record, their prices were very reasonable). I would definitely recommend a visit, if just to check out the consignment area.

Very pleasant owner, and staff... I was visiting for a few…read moredays and wanted to take advantage and fish.. I went to sam's to ask for directions and the owner took the time to show me on the map where I can fish. I patronized the place by spending on bait, lures, hooks and other things. Their prices are fair and the inventory is like a major city shop. Pay them a visit and say hi to Sam.

New to the area and Steve helped me out, exceeding all my…read more expectations as it pertains to being knowledgeable (both fresh and salt water), helpful (providing me with tips and hot spots), and providing a level of customer service (stayed half hour late answering my MANY questions) that made me want to give him a hug. What an experience. The last thing these people want to do is oversell/sell you something you don't need just to make a buck. They really do care about their customers. Thanks to Steve, I now have the equipment, knowledge, and confidence to go land some big ones!

I'm new to Newport and a temporary resident. I went into the store knowing simply that I wanted a…read morebike to commute on and take off road on the weekends. Dan was very knowledgeable and quickly helped me find the bike for at met my requirements. He also did a great job working within a price range I was comfortable with. Fast forward to my first post-trail ride. I think I got the front brake a little hot, but when I came to ask Dan about checking it out, he looked it over and surfaced the brake pads for free on the spot. Furthermore, following my next outing, Tom, the owner, overheard me talking about wanting to race the bike before they could get my replacement pedals in (I broke one on a rock), and he quickly had Tom, the technician give me a set of good loaner pedals for the race. Today, I picked up my new pedals, and Dan installed them on the spot for free. In closing, I want to say that this shop is top notch and run by a group of knowledgeable folks who ride what they sell, know how to stand by their products, and are always willing to carry on a friendly conversation when you stop in. Thanks guys!

Thanks again to Tom Kearns and his kind staff at Ten Speed Spokes!! Even though they were super…read morebusy, they found time to fix my flat bike tire and get be back on the road riding the same day!! Always a helpful and kind group. Great biking community and store!!

I purchased a paddleboard at The Kayak Centre 4 years ago. My experience then (and a few other…read moretimes since then for smaller purchases), was so great that even though I've moved to Cape Cod (1.5 hour drive away), when I was in the market for a kayak, I came back to The Kayak Centre. I called ahead and got excellent information and recommendations, and as I requested, they had the boats I wanted to try available when I came to check them out a couple of days later. I checked the boats out in the store and then did the in-water demo to try one of them out. You do have to pay for this, but I guess it makes sense as a bit of insurance in case you scratch or damage the boat and then don't end up buying it. And if you do buy the boat, they apply it to your total, so if you're serious about making a purchase, it's low-risk. I then looked at several accessories (new paddle, PFD, paddle float, skirt, roof rack, etc) and got a lot of great advice and information. They installed the roof rack I purchased and taught me tips on how to load and unload the boat on my own. Before this trip, I did shop around for a kayak and the attention and service I received at The Kayak Centre - from owner to seasoned employee to new employee to the waterfront staff to the installation guy, the service was amazing. They don't work on commission and are actual paddlers themselves, so you get real information and they customize the tips based on you personally. There were a few accessories that I was unsure about that they actually talked me out of buying. I could not be happier with my purchase and the service I received! I went into the store on a Friday afternoon in June and there was a steady flow of other customers, but I never felt like the staff was too busy or were rushing me. If you have as many questions as I did, I'd recommend avoiding the weekends, especially in the summer, because I'd bet they are really busy!

Lovely spot to kayak! Super friendly staff and brand new equipment! The area can be a little busy…read morewith boat traffic but still so fun!

Excellent service by the owner who is so friendly and helpful!…read more Love his dog! He gave us priceless advice as well. The store is neat, and the employees pleasant and wearing masks.

Island Surf & Sport is essentially two different stores in one. You got the surf shop down bottom…read moreand the clothing store up top. The store up top you can find a solid selection and variety from the latest surf and outdoor brands with in-season clothes as well as some of previous seasons items on sale. The Board Room down below you can find a vast choosing of the latest and greatest from shapers and boardmakers. In addition they offer a surf camp and private lessons to those trying to get started. Every time I visit I have found the people working to be helpful and willing to engage in a conversation about what I am looking for or helping me find the right fin for my board. It is important to buy local when shopping for a new board, wetsuit, or leash so the surfing community can continue in areas like Newport/Middletown.

Had a great experience renting bikes for 3 hours. They delivered to our hotel Vanderbilt and…read moreexplained the kids trailer setup. They also picked the bikes up and it was all seamless.

I cannot recommend this place. The staff are unprofessional and rude. When we called to inquire…read moreabout the return time for our full-day rental bikes, which was not mentioned in the confirmation email or communicated to us, we were met with a rude response.

My whole entire family is originally from Dorchester, anytime there's a birthday celebration, I…read morelike to get everyone Dorchester T-shirt from college Hype. every time I go in the staff is super friendly and helpful! Friendly and professional people and it's a small local business!

I did a mail order purchase from this place. I bought a Dorchester themed hoodie and had them ship…read moreit off to a friend of mine in Ohio. The shipping was fast and my recipient loved the hoodie. I would definitely consider ordering from this company again.

Great experience with incredible staff! I spent two great days with Peter and Rene as part of an…read moreOrvis class. First day was instruction and hands on practice. Second day was on the water fly fishing for strippers. Peter, our instructor and owner, had got to be one of the most relatable persons I've met. He made us feel at ease and was very patient as he helped us navigate the equipment and casting. We had a blast! Second day on the water with Capt Rene was just as positive. Capt Rene helped us get on the fish as he also coached us all day. The two different teaching styles were very complimentary...got a lot of good nuggets from both. Bottom line: these guys are exceptional...give them a call!

Another update as I emailed for a response on an ETA for a rod ordered on 9/22 with no response…read more Tracking has not been provided nor an update.