There is a lot of selection under one roof. Especially in footwear. For one stop comparison shopping(since footwear can be tricky) this place is great. Prices… in line with competitors. 3 stars for location which is a little industrial — Trainyards complex. However, I did bring a friend here — she was looking to find a pair of boots for a backpacking trip across Europe(more like hiking boots) and she found a pair that fit her perfectly, and at a decent price-point.
D H.
Place rating: 1 Ottawa, Canada
I was looking at snowshoes. I notice some prices had gone down to match Candian tire, MEC is still cheaper! Web site says snowshoes up to 50% off I found what I was looking for, sales person said they 20% off.(only leasor brand, special purchase were 50% off). I decide to buy and was told no, the pair I wanted was actually 10% off. So I said that’s not what I was told by another sales person. He literally laughed in face, I said I didn’t appreciate that. And told him I would let World Wide Web know about their snarky tude and bait And switch tactics. So do your comparison shopping!
Andrea B.
Place rating: 4 Ottawa, Canada
We came in here on a Thursday afternoon on the hunt for a wetsuit for Noah K. The store wasn’t busy, but there were definitely busier than I thought they’d be on a weekday afternoon. The store is similar to MEC — a kind of haven for outdoor adventurers and athletes. Filled with camping gear, water sport paraphernalia(kayaks, rafts, canoes, and everything that goes with them), fishing gear and more. I was surprised to see a huge clothing section and footwear — I’d say that selection is better than MEC. We headed over to the«nautical» section and spoke with a very knowledgable staff member who went through the different types of wetsuits they had, the benefits of each style, and how they should fit. She was really helpful and picked out some options to try on. The fitting rooms are super clean and well-lit and the staff are friendly. Beware though — they close with burlap curtains so make sure you shut them all the way or you might be giving a free show to other shoppers! The prices here are definitely high here, though to be fair, everything is quite good quality. They seemed to have several sales, and I feel like this is a good time of year to pick up outdoor gear since the season is winding down. If you’re an avid camper, or love outdoor sports, I would definitly check them out!