I stopped by the Academy Sports in Okolona expecting a typical sporting goods store run, but it…read morehonestly surprised me. The building itself is big, bright, and well-kept--feels newer and more welcoming than most places like it. Inside, the aisles were wide and clean, and everything was easy to find, from fishing poles to gym gear to a whole wall of Nike and Adidas shoes. What really stood out was how helpful the staff were. One guy helped me find the exact pair of trail runners I'd been eyeing online, and a manager even checked me out and thanked me personally. You don't always get that kind of service these days. They had a solid clearance section too--I saw someone rolling out with a kayak for half off. Definitely one of the better Academy stores I've been to. If you're in Okolona and need gear or just want to browse, it's worth the stop.

There are great things about Academy Sports + Outdoors!…read more It has so much to offer, from shoes and athletic gear to camping supplies and water bottles. I love their selection for good money value, especially their water bottles! The only reason that I couldn't give a five stars is the lack of basketball gear. They lack basketball supplies such as traction spray, variety of basketball leg sleeves, and had very little basketball shoes. I play basketball so this is a bit inconvenient! Overall, though, a great place. The staff is friendly, wonderful, and very helpful, too.

David in the fly shop was very informative. I seen him interact with customers before me, and he…read morewas very professional. You can tell he loves his job. Highly recommend this fly shop. On top of that the prices were better than online.

Amazing store, been around for a long time and love supporting local. Selection is always great and…read morethey often run promo on things that you can't get discounted elsewhere.

I'd never visited until this weekend and primarily to return a pair of shoes my teen received as a…read moregift. While I'd hoped he'd find another option, I'm the one that walked out with a pair of new Skechers! This store is huge and it offered a bit of every sport. In some ways I felt it was similar to Dicks and in others Bass and Pro Shop based on the variety of departments. While I'm not a person that is an expert on other workout clothing brands, I'd consider Academy's apparel based on core offerings and sales racks. They have men's , women's and youth sizing. Service was good for our return and purchase. No waiting for assistance. I also noticed buttons around the departments to press for assistance. Prices are comparable, and at times better, than competitors.

I will no longer be shopping there. I got a report from a friend recently that was treated poorly…read more She felt that she was racially profiled and that was all I needed to here. Do better with your customers

I've been shopping at J&H for decades, ever since it was downtown near Rupp Arena, and was called…read moreJ&H Army Navy Store and sold military surplus gear and clothes for next to nothing. Theses days, of course, it's central Kentucky's premier outdoor clothes, shoes/boots, and equipment. Most recently with an ice storm looming, I dropped in for some some battery powered flashlights/lamps. They were closing early to let their employees beat the ice and get home. I only had a bout 10 minutes to shop, but one of the sales clerks quickly offered advice and I was out of there in 5 minutes! Ice storm was a bust, but I'm ready for the next one!!

This is quite a large outdoor store in Lexington, Kentucky, one of the only ones in town. They have…read morea wide selection of really nice items, but you can expect to pay a premium price. I visited on a Saturday and I was a little disappointed that I wasn't offered any help by an associate. I looked around and couldn't find anyone to help me with the backpacks. There were a few things I had questions on, and I couldn't find someone to assist me and no one offered any assistance. Maybe next time.

Have been there many times since it opened and have never been disappointed. Clean, helpful staff,…read moreand the food was outstanding. Have brought friends along also, and all of us have become members. Facilities are top-notch. Harvey C

Cabela's is a wonderland our outdoorsy fun/games/sportsmanship…read more Are you hunter? Gatherer? Fisher? Archer? Kayaker? Backpaker? Anything Elserer? Chances are they're going to have what you're looking for, and more than likely in stock. There are other outdoor lifestyle chains out there, but none that measure up to the outdoor/wilderness environment that Cabela's has. From its rustic, natural(ish) décor to the outdoor displays to wildlife exhibits, you really do get that "I feel like I'm out in the woods" vibe. While I've always been a fan of Cabela's, this summer we found that they carry my absolute favorite line of bird seed. I'm a birder and feed 6 to 8 different types of feed in my back year nearly year round, and the fact that they have my favorite brand (Harvest brand bird feeds), but A) in multiple varieties and 2) IN STOCK immediately made this my go-to place when I need bird seed. We used to have to visit 3 or more retail outlets to find what I needed, but not any more. The staff has been mostly cool when we've visited. One time we had a cashier named John (as I recall) who didn't care that we were there or not...we were obviously interrupting whatever he was doing on his phone. Everyone else we've encountered has been awesome.

I enjoyed hanging out at this outdoor gear store! It has a tall and spacious interior with lots of…read morenatural light, and multiple oversized leather couches... feels cozy There were multiple tables with discounted shoes, including Chaco pairs for $85. Nice accommodating welcome for customers. They have a varied shoe selection w/ old-school metal "shoe size" measures to use. I also liked their clothes colors and variety. It's definitely an engaging visit while exploring The Summit area! Come here if you like REI or Quest Outdoors.

Cool place to check out outdoor gears and equipments. I love the discounted area for shoes. My…read morefavorite are the reef, on cloud and chacos. It is conveniently located on the Farm at Fritz. It is walking distance to the hotels and shopping centers.

We went here today looking at getting into some new stuff for spring that's coming up, this place…read morewas awesome. Prices are good too! You're getting what you pay for, while they don't carry the cheaper brands of kayaks that's okay. This is more of a place for anyone who is seriously interested in being out on the water. The guys running the shop are super personable and are local. They were also super flexible on letting us put down a deposit to hold a kayak. Just all around a nice place and nice people. Definitely recommend!

From the owner: Our goal at Louisville Paddlesports is to be the region's top destination for all your Kayak and…read morePaddle board needs. We are a full retail shop with a variety of the best kayaks and paddle boards on the market. We also have a full line of accessories in-store and on our site.

Big variety of products, best customer service around and if you want anything out of the ordinary…read moreSteve can get it in for you

Love this place! They carry expensive high-quality outdoor brands. The employees are always…read morefriendly, and they even host fun outdoor events around Cincinnati from time to time. They have a great selection of Patagonia and KÜHL clothing, including hiking shirts, sun shirts, and hiking dresses. You'll also find hiking shoes, socks, backpacks, water bottles, hydration reservoirs, sunglasses, books, stickers, beach towels, hammocks, board games, camping cookware, propane for camp stoves, camp chairs (including a rocking camping chair!), mugs, dog accessories, and even kayaks. Whether you're gearing up for a day hike or a camping trip, it's a fun store to browse and easy to spend a lot of time in. I enjoy supporting a local business while stocking up on camping supplies!

Having just returned from a 7 day kayaking tour in Baja, I was in the right frame of mind to shop…read moreat RRT. It was a wonderful local shop outfitted for paddling, camping, hiking, and climbing. I was very impressed with the book selection and the friendly staff. I'll definitely be a regular here - and I hope it will encourage me to do some more local outdoorsy things. It seems like there's quite a community for paddling - either by canoe or kayak.

Being a county since I was nine years old, I moved here from Anderson, Indiana, I absolutely love…read moreJ.L. Waters! This company has the best top of the line products I've ever seen! For anything and everything! All the way around upside down, backwards, yesterday!! Cindy was amazing with helping me and Abbi ordered the harness for my baby Yo~Yo!!

Bought my first camping gear here in 1981. Been going back ever since. Wonderful old store that's…read morelike going to your Grandpa's house. I love the creaked old floors. Knowledgeable personable staff there when you need them, but leave you be when you want to roam. Good prices, extensive gear selection, and they allow you to bring your dog in. What more could you want?