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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love it! By its name, Sports Basement conjures up a grungy image of a warehouse with sporting goods. Untrue. It is one of the cleanest athletic goods stores ever!I came here with my friend a while...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really liked the variety and the prices. This is the perfect place to shop if you play sports, fitness is your career, or just plain like workout attire, and accessories.
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place , good serv.
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I bought my bike 4 months ago and it's still okay. A week ago I went to buy new brakes and the serices was awesome. great people, great sport spot! :)
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How the hell have I missed this place all these years?? I pass by on Lawrence Expressway all the time, yet I have never noticed Sports Basement until today. All it took was a glimpse of the large...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I am a novice runner and came here looking for my first pair of "real" running shoes. The punchline: I bought my shoes elsewhere.What happened:I walked straight up to the shoes department and asked...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG. I am so happy to have found this place. I recently moved back to the Bay Area and thought I either had to drudge through Sports Authority or Big 5 to find things (more like not find anything...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, I can't believe it took me so long to hit this place up after driving by it so often. It doesn't look like much on the outside, but drive around to the back where there's plenty of parking, and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this sports store! They have EVERYTHING and I feel like they give you a good price. Everytime I go here, I end up spending a lot because I'm getting such good deals - for name brands - and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is kind of like the mutant child of Big 5, REI, and Ross. There are bikes, kettle bells, kickboards, Muscle Milk, and weightlifting gloves with hot pink trim.My friend won a contest here...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not too outdoorsy, but if you need gear for anything outdoorsy (differant than a Sports Authority/Sportsmart), come here. Camping, rock climbing, nature stuff - they have it all here. I got a free...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I needed to stock up on some running socks and some water bottles, so I went to my favorite running store in Los Altos -- only to find out it had closed down. The next two running stores that I went...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't even remember how I learned about Sports Basement, but I am definitely a fan.When I was looking to buy a bike I checked out their selection and one of the bike guys spent a lot--and I do mean...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I lost one of my screws... har har... on my road bike shoe cleat so I went to the bike shop in the Sports Basement and they looked through their spare parts and gave me another one right away! Very...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I Luv Sports Basement!
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sports Basement is like Nordstrom. They have extensive selection of merchandise. Yes, certain item comes with a high price. However, if you're patient, eventually they will go on sale... they even end...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
SB has the feel of a surplus warehouse (esp. the Ft Mason location), where form IS function.PLUSES:-huge inventory (for style, comfort, and/or speed; wide range of departments) -knowledgeable staff...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. My AMEX, however, does not. If I find myself in need of sporting goods or apparel, this is where I start. The Sports Basement is probably 50,000 square feet (it was the old...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
$3 for a bottom bracket cable guide that sells for $10 on Ebay, 30% discount on derailleur adjustment, Burning Man shopping area, beers, wines and snack, a shopping experience that makes you think you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Super friendly staff, excellent customer service. The place is large but well-organized. I've always been able to find what I'm looking for, from running shoes to specialty swim gear. They have a huge...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my bank account's worst enemies, Sports Basement. I could literally spend 2-3 hours browsing through the different departments. To be honest, the only time I go shopping here is when I get...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I bought my first road bike here, and the bike staff is very friendly and knowledgeable.Their prices are generally pretty reasonable. They used to give out 20% off coupons, but with the economy the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like this place. A lot. It's big like a warehouse and seems to sell everything at some kind discount. it's like an outlet store for sport stuff. The best thing is it is easy to return stuff. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I visited Sports Basement last weekend after a long absence, so I thought I'd refresh my review. Things change, and impressions change.If I could give this place 3 1/2 stars, I would. Three says...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Things I got here:Triathlon wetsuit -- perfect fit, great sale price, sales associate really knew his stuff (and is a triathlete)TriSwim (for neutralizing chlorine on your body) -- tons of the stuff...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really helpful staff in the snow department and excellent prices. It's one of those old school sports shops with knowledgable staff and a good mash up of things to buy!I have bought two complete...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Like Nam says...this place is GINORMOUS!!!! A bit overwhelming when you just walk in and have never been here before. My husband and I are in need of camping gear for our trip in July so we stopped in...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's strange....very strange....how this sporting goods store could be so much better than every other store out there, with the exception of the small specialty shops. But compared to large...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to the other Sports Basement locations in SF before, but now that I've been here, I think I like it better since it's easier to get to. SF is just madness!Took a CPR class here -- not theirs...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The store has a good vibe - good customer service, the staff likes to chat about their favorite outdoor pastimes, and some of the best prices I've ever seen for stuff that you're never really going to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have enjoyed shopping here for the last couple of years. The selection is very good for quality outdoor gear. They have a pretty good selection of North Face clothing, which I have always liked....
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say is 'daaaaangggg' We came here to buy thermals, lift tickets and rent skis for our snow trip. We were wandering around browsing stuff totally distracted from our main goal, and a guy (I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I made my first trip to the Sports Basement to pick up my race packet for the Mermaid Run. All race participants got a 20% discount that day so I browsed the store and ended up getting a sleeping bag...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Better than most. Wait for the sales.
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place. Been here a few times and the name Sports Basement truly fits the bill. Sports Basement is like a single-floor warehouse full of sport inventory. HUGE. Employees are laid back but helpful...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sports Basement is so much better than other sporting goods stores, it's almost funny. I love sporting goods, but most of the big box stores out there are hard to take.We were looking for ski bibs for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love this place! in the winter, i could come every week and not get tired of walking all up and down the place. they have a ton of stuff, very knowledgeable sales staff, and great deals on every...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dayyyyyaammmmm Gina! This place is ginormous! I stumbled here during my quest to find a new snowboard jacket. This pace is absolutely amazing. Camping, biking, swimming, running, snowboarding,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So I just found this place recently after some friends suggested it. Amazing. So there is tons of stuff, and the staff is pretty friendly too. Went here to get some gear for an upcoming snowboarding...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great prices and the best cost for ski/snowbaord rentals in the south bay.
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
shangri-la that's what sports basement is - pure and simple. i get giddy every single time i step through their doors. and if i stop for a sec and really listen hard, i swear i can hear angels...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
two words...its cheap!andwide selectionsi don't need to say more. the other 144 reviewer already said it all.
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
*THE* place to go for good deals on running shoes, gels/bars, and workout gear. Remember to use your 10% Planet Granite discount!
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great, helpful, friendly, knowledgeable staff and a good selection of shoes and gear at great prices. They were even cheaper than Zappos for the pair of running shoes I bought! :)The only minus was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First time to Sports Basement in Sunnyvale. Friend Linda W. invited me to her Sports Basement party. A SB party consists of inviting everyone you know to have FREE snack food from Costco (candy,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Now this is what I'm talking about.....ginormous, huge selection, great sales, and well organized/clean store. And just like the other Sports Basement, you get an extra 10% off your purchase when you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took advantage of their super sweet "weekend special" rental package for a recent Tahoe trip.The "weekend special" allow you to pick up your gear as early as Wednesday and return as late as Monday...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
NICEST PEOPLE EVER.Story time!1. One guy spent a good half hour helping me buy snowboarding boots. I tried on like 5 pairs of boots, made a mess, and ended up not buying any of them because they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this store. The only negative I can think of is that it's getting a little overrun with NorthFace apparel. If you like NF stuff, great. Also, the SF locations also carry a lot more selection...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming here for my outdoor activities needs from backpacking to snowboarding. They have mostly everything you are looking for. They have the warehouse feeling environment. Their prices are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to go to REI all the time till a friend recommended Sports Basement. This is the only Sports Basement I've been to so I can't compare to others. But compared to REI, SP is bigger and has a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'd been looking for some running shorts that I could also wear lying down in the gym to do ab crunches without people looking up my shorts. This is a much taller order than I first realized. Most...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is one of my favorite sporting goods store in the area. Their selection is great, but what is even more impressive is their OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE and their prices. Great place !
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One thing to understand about this place is where it fits in the ordering of sports-related stores.If you want the cheapest possible set of sporting gear, you go to Target. If you want a fancy...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place!! I feel like I am a kid in candy store every time I visit the store. The prices are great, a good selection of sporting gear, and very helpful/knowledgable employees. If you love...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They've done a lot since my initial review: reworked the store layout to be much more open and welcoming, and brought back real deals to provide some of the "thrill of the chase" that was previously...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think im in Love.I have been spending my pay checks at The Sports Basement since I was first introduced to it two years ago. And in those two years my Winter wardrobe has grown immensely... I just...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why does this store deserve 5 starsbecause....- great selection of products- it doesn't get any cheaper unless you buy your stuff online- sales ppl. are friendly and helpful- and thanks to my company...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! I can't believe I'd never known about this place before!I came here for a SnowPals event (www.snowpals.org) and I was amazed by how much this store has to offer, and how friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Possibly my favorite store! Not super sleek like REI but the prices are good and selection is great! You can always find a decent pair of running shoe for around $70. It's like the Costco of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i had a 20% off coupon from taking nac ski. i've always driven by here and was meaning to yelp it, until one day i decided to go because of the coupon.this place is so big! i was so shocked! lots of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome!I went here today for the first time. I would have never known it existed if my uncle didn't tell us about it! He won a private party event there in this raffle they have every...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Their snowboard package rentals are super cheap at 25 bucks for boots, bindings and board!! and it's the good stuff too - their rentals are salomon!! dunno if all the rentals are salomon brand, but...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE this place! I'm training for a triathlon, so Sports Basement covers all of my bases - swimming, running, and biking. I always end up spending waaayyy too much money though..but that's my own...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE the Basement!I always find such great deals here!! They have a little bit of everything at a discounted price! The reason why most items are cheaper than other sport stores is because they are...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here to buy a mountain bike as a surprise for my boyfriend. I knew nothing about bikes and I was almost sure I would get the wrong components or size and he would have to return it. The guys...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Bad experience with one employee. This guy was NOT cool.We went to check out snowboard boots. Their selection was understandably limited given that ski/snowboard season has just begun. They didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Loving this place. Cheap prices, huge selection.If you know where to look, you can find 15% and even 20% off coupons. How awesome is that? (very awesome)
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i've been a sports basement fanatic for almost 8 years now since i started doing triathlons. they have expanded considerably over the years but they still have the best prices and excellent customer...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Even though this place is only about 5 minutes away from my work, I only recently discovered it when I started training for a 1/2 marathon. One of my training buddies told me what great deals they...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great one stop shop for your outdoor activity needs. Competitive prices, awesome gear, and for the most part employees who know what they are talking about. (There are some employees who seem a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BEST.GEAR.SHOP.EVER. This is a review for the Sports Basement store chain in the bay area in general. I've been to all 4 locations and they all rock! this one (sunnyvale) is a little smaller than...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoy my shopping experience at Sports Basement, and it's probably because I'm the type of shopper who hates being pestered by pushy or overly friendly sales people. The employees are...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i always find a deal here. north face hiking shorts, new hiking shoes, coleman glow sticks, my boyfriends burton snowboard (bday present) and much more.i'm always on the look out for the 20% coupon in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A place for all your sporting good needs. Clothes, accessories, Cliff bars, shoes, equipment or if you don't want anything and want to do some window shopping, I'd come here. It's like Costco but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What the other reviewers have said in regards to the price and service I agree, Cheaper than REI but not cheap by any standards. The place does have an illusion of being like COSTCO, basement look to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Because my experiences at other sporting goods stores in the area left much to be desired, I didn't have very high hopes for this place. I was told I'd find some bargains, and I figured I would have...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is my 100th review, so i'm glad i can write it on a store i've liked for a while, and i'm so happy i can make it a five-star review. i find such good deals at sports basement, and it's on...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great layout and cool stuff at this large warehouse store! With homemade sale signs, sofas, square footage, and variety, this place sets itself apart from other sporting goods. Staff is helpful and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Only recently I learned the joy of Sports Basement. Passed by it countless of times on my way to Fry's, never giving it a chance, even after I heard good reviews from friends. Well, actually even...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I can only speak for their shoe department, but it surely disappointed. I came in for a shoe fitting, and the worker that greeted me was not engaged or competent with shoes or my needs. The workers do...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Prices are pretty good and I like how they offer 10% discount to many local organizations!Extra kudos to the help at the bike & ski counters... they seem to enjoy their job!All places have some...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Here's to great service.I like the employees at Sports Basement (for the most part in the store, i can't say the cashiers have struck me much) know a lot about being athletic. Its beyond helpful to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the place to buy your sports equipment whether running shoes, mountaineering equipment (Northface groupie), luggage (I have two Dakine backpacks from these guys) and snowboarding I was just...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Training for my recent Half Ironman, I feel like this place has become a 3rd home to me. Great selection of stuff, especially for local triathletes. Great staff, some more knowledgeable and helpful...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a neat place, and the high ceiling and wide floor (i do remember when it was Fry's Electronics) give this nice warehouse shopping kind of atmosphere - but, I agree that the actual prices...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am into biking and my girlfriend likes to bike and run. I thought that the selection for biking and running and was good and the staff was helpful without being the least bit pushy. Been there a few...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place rivals REI when it comes to customer service. You wore the shoes and your feet cramped up? Bring em in all nasty and they'll fit you again. I'm a gear junky so i stop by here at least once...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I used to frequent the South Bay, Sports Basement was always a stop on my list of errands. Who doesn't love gear for every sport in a one stop shop warehouse at bargain prices! The back of the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been meaning to review this place for a while -- I bought a snowboard here a few months ago, and they rock! Not only do they have a great selection, but the salespeople are really knowledgeable...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe it is just me but this place just seems to give the illusion of being cheap. The way they stack the shoe boxes, handwrite the signs, and haphazardly place their items gives the appearance of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Don't know that I would go here first when looking for a particular sporting need but I would go here if I needed say "another pair of running shorts." Prices are decent but don't think everything is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good selections, mostly good prices, service is good, but there are a couple of creepers that work there --one of whom hit on me in front of my boyfriend during a visit, not too cool. But everything...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Friendly, helpful salespeople? Check.Vast selection of North Face gear? Check.Competitive pricing? Check.Camping/ skiing/ hiking/ traveling gear? Check.Found my new favorite sporting goods store?...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Sports Basement! I buy nearly all of my work-out clothes here as well as BPA-free water bottles. I also have some really cute hoodies, shoes and casual clothes as well. The prices can be...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. It reminds me of Urban Outfitters in a way, but with sports related merchandise. When you first walk into the store you'll begin to notice how all the shelving, hardware and signs...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband wanted a bike, so we decided to check this place out after eating dinner across the street. The guys in the bike department were phenomenal and were so experienced (they definitely knew...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This update is just to re-iterate how much I love SportsBasement. Recently I won a shopping party. Basically, I invited as many of my closest friends to shop with me at Sports Basement and everyone...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Great store, bottom basement service. Noticed very little differences from retail to this place.
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's cool that you can get good name brands on sale. Some of these rarely go on sale. It's better that they're making it look more like a normal store from Lawrence Expy and an entrance/exit......
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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This place offers an incredible selection of sports and outdoor clothing and equipment. If you are interested in camping, biking, skiing, etc. you need to check it out. They don't cater as much to team sports...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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This place is downright awesome! You'd never expect it to be a sports/outdoor adventure warehouse from the outside, but inside its full of various equipment and clothing and lots of young people meandering and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Way better than REI.
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My friends just recently introduced this place to me. The overall selection of the store is great, and the prices are even better. I go mostly for cyclings things. They have a good selection of bikes,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I can only give this branch 3 stars earned solely due to the fact that it is a Sports Basement.I found the staff here bizarre. They had 'attitudes' and didn't seem to want to sell anything or be of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great store! I found out about this store from other Yelp members.Sports Basement has a great selection: clothing, biking, camping, running, yoga, ..... and boxing gloves also. Wow, I'm coming back...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For all my sporting needs, I look no further than Sports Basement. At prices 25% to 40% below retail, you can get some really solid gear here (although they will be discontinued styles). What's cool...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Rich, the manager in the bike department and Ray, the head mechanic, are fantastic. They have a bike fitting aparatus, that ensures you will have a comfortable ride the fist time out on your bike....
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place, they have knowledgeable staff that are very friendly. I paid this place many visits before I was getting ready to leave for a snowboarding trip in Utah with a few friends and this...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wanted a pair of Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars for weightlifting. I went to a couple of shoe stores and sporting goods stores and they didn't have em. Sports Basement did, for $35, so I was happy....
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I discovered SB when I was tagging along with my friend to some snowboard film night. It was a free event which was awesome in itself but there was also free GOOD food. I can't remember specifically...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great. I can't believe I've worked right around the corner for years and took so long to check it out. The equipment they sell isn't cheap but thier prices are great. In other words you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I found the staff very helpful, honest, and wanting to help me out in a genuine manner and not just to make a sale. It really felt like they had my best welfare in mind. I really appreciate that, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
friendly staff, carry different type of stuff.
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! I always feel like I'm getting a deal plus they are cheaper than REI. They always seem to have what I'm looking for and at a great price.Customer service is great they will always...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
cool place. lots of sales which makes this place cheaper than REI. nice wide variety on sport gear. another cool thing, this place is green.
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't seem to find it in me to give Sports Basement the extra star to get to the coveted 5 stars. Why? I dunno myself. They seem to be missing a key ingredient and I can't seem to put my finger on...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went here, I marveled at the great service my husband got when selecting running shoes. The second time I went I got great advice on choosing a swimsuit and then the guy at the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Updated: 03/26/08Tonight, they earned another star for the fact that we can bring in our old shoes to be recycled here. For years, I felt guilty throwing away my old shoes in the trash bin. I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great. I gave blood a while back, and got a $10 10% off coupon for this place. I came here with 10 minutes before closing, which was a shame. I was able to find the bike crap I was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite place to get sports equipment. I came here for the snowpals party and also took the chance to get a tennis racket. The staff here are very knowledgable and I got some valuable tips...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the mellow cycling dude is my hero. he's given me great advice on gear, clothing, rides, etc. the snowboarding folks are pretty good but sometimes you need to actually determine whether or not that...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I bought a beautiful Timbuk2 laptop bag today. It was marked down from $90 to $60. There are always great deals here, but part of finding a deal is luck. You have to either dig or hope they have your...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You will not leave here without them finding you the perfect running sneakers. (or at least them trying ridiculously hard to fit you) Some employees here must spend more time looking at people's feet...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What you see is what you get. Pretty good selection, but not really all that 'discounted', but they got neat one two stuff you can pick up if you don't like having to go to sports chalet and REI
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We decided to go browsing around here a bit to get some Christmas gift ideas.I agree with D-shiz L. - the prices here aren't always the greatest. It's been a while since I've purchased anything here...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They let you try on their shoes and run around their little track strip-that's cool you know? Staff is friendly, but sometimes it can get busy...and you may need to wait for someone to help you....
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The amazing thing about Sport's Basement is that everything is reasonably priced AND the employees still help you and know what they are talking about. My entire family has been fitted for running...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have recently visited and reviewed the one in the Presidio and I had to exchange that wonderful, pro, light, backpack that I can put my 15 inch...LAPTOP inside. It was missing a strap, easy as pie,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love sports basement. I find EVERYTHING I need here at a reasonable price. Once in awhile I'll run a 10k and they'll put a 20% coupon in your goody bag for sports basement. I get my shoes,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a cross between Sports Authority and Trader Joe's. Has the contents of a brand name carrying sporting goods store but presented like how Trader Joe's presents their groceries. Lots of...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this store and I love the fact that I don't need to drive to the City to shop at the Sports Basement anymore.The space is large and they carry a WIDE variety of sports equipment, but the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I remember going to Toy R Us as a kid. The feeling of excitement at all the different toys. Well I get that same feeling when I go to Sports Basement. This place is like Target for...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am no hardcore mountain woman, but I most definitely loooooove the outdoors (that is an understatement) and I am a self-proclaimed gym rat! This place is by far the BEST place EVER to get exercise...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place ain't too shabby, I guess, if you're into the sports that they carry stuff for (pretty much anything except hockey -- too bad I'm only in the market for hockey-related sporting goods, eh?)...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Breath of fresh air! Outdoor peeps Unite!I started going here in the winter time looking for new snowboardin' gear! SCORE! They have a "Samples" section in the back of the store. These are brand new...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
huge sports basement! plenty of supplies and all the right brands
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like to come here and browse the selection. It has a more easy going atmosphere compared with REI and lower prices as well.The staff are knowledgeable and it is seldom crowed.
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had a friend who emigrated to the US from the former USSR. He told me stories of how, upon first arriving in the US, his favorite thing to do was go to the stores and look at all the things he...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Now that I'm getting into my l-l-l-l-ate 20's, I'm trying to be more active and productive on my weekends vs. being lazy and recovering from late nights out. I'm planning to do Half Dome this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First visit I got exactly what I was looking for--overwhelmed by the selection and reasonable prices. I live in Fremont and would drive the extra 16 miles to get here just because of that and also the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I *heart* sport's basement. They have great prices, a lot of variety of name brand sports gear and I love that they are eco friendly and have these old couches every where that you can sit on. They...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've become hooked on buying endless numbers of running shirts and shorts! I always thought I was getting a great deal until I found Sports Basement! This place had New Balance and Brooks gear for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
wow!I went here today to spend a gift certificate that I had won. I brought my dog along, but it was too hot to leave him in the car so I tied him to a post by the front in the shade. (read on to see...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am training for the San Jose half marathon and the Vegas marathon so it became apparent that I would need to purchase running shoes somewhere other than the Gilroy outlets. I went to the Sports...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pretty good... Around winter time, they usually have a big sale, they have all the big vendors come in to help push their products, and have some decent sales too.They have a pretty big...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
SB is like a crackhouse for athletes. You can walk in the place only needing one thing, but as soon as you step in the door, and before you know it, you're arms are full of goods and you can't seem...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After the doctor I visited mentioned something about the connection between my flat feet and the inevitable destruction of my knees if I kept running with the wrong shoes, I decided to bite the bullet...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great if you know what you want or just want to browse the selection, but service can be weak. (coincidentally, just like at Fry's Electronics, which built this building!) huge selection for a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This used to be the old Frys! I used to work at Sports Basement (before they fired me!) so I kinda know this place well. You'll find a lot of stuff here ranging from running apparel, swimming gear,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have suddenly got into a running frenzy because of 2 other friends....we decided one fine day to start off the day with a nice jog and eventually train ourselves for a marathon.....a goal that we...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I gotta do it... I did not enjoy my experience here and won't be rushing back. I'm not petite by any means but hey, everyone needs good shoes. So I visit last week to use a gift certificate. A...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really like sports basement and this one is just as good as the one in SF. It also suffers from the same problems: the stuff is cheaper than REI but that doesn't mean its a deal. I think that unless...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I never really noticed this place, which is located in the old Fry's building from back in the day... until I needed me some running shoes. Got gait analysis done so that I could get the perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is awesome!!! if you are member of 24 hour fitness you get a 10% discount! just bring your membership card!! they have everything sports.. from bikes to hiking gear to snowboards! one...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This Sports basement has: - Great selection of yoga gear- Cheap Northface coats and other winter gear in their sale area - An extensive selection of outdoor equipment, bike stuff, etc.I'm not a total...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Any Sports Basement rocks. There are a few locations in SF and I hear there's one opening in Walnut Creek. I have a membership to REI, but everything is soo overpriced. Most of the same gear can be...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Somewhat of an "underground" sports store - I LOVE THIS PLACE. Once you come here you ain't never going back to other "sports" stores. The staff here is super nice and helpful yet not in your face....
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went here was because a friend of mine won a free BBQ and discounted shopping spree for himself and his friends. Lots of workout clothing, cycling gear, camping gear, snowboarding...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
These guys are awesome. They have some really great deals. I bought 2 pairs of asics shoes for $60. And they were originally $80 each. And I got a $10 gift certificate from a race that I did so...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
if i see something at REI that i like, but can't afford to pay full price, the next step i do is to head down to sports basement to get the same style and color (most of the time they have what i...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
um...a bit overwhelming if you're not a gym rat, an athlete or one with nature. make sure, if you need help, to find someone who knows what they're doing, what they're talking about and who is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very easy to find what you're looking for. You immediately enter and there's a drawn out path for you. Sign hanging on the ceiling clearly tell you what section it is. I love that they have a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Club One gym members get an extra 10% discount (yay!), which I only found out because the nice little blonde checker girl saw my membership card on my key ring. It sounds like they do this for 24 Hour...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I very much like the vibe in this store. The sales people have great insight on what they're selling, and the prices are better than what you would find at REI. They have a nice selection of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A great store, at least for early season snowboarding gear... they have some real good deals going on and never sell anything at retail. Minimum 10% discount, possibly more than that. Later on in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
No frills, fine service, good selection, great prices. This is my new first stop for sporting goods. It should be yours too. It puts REI, Sports Authority, Big Five, and other big box sporting goods...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to find fitness clothing, and also to get fitted for running shoes.
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The original Frys converted to a great discount sports emporium. Huge selection at great prices. The staff is knowledgable and extreely helpful. I came in with a list my son required to go on a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Spacious store with really amazing prices on namebrand outdoor products. This place even offers a 10% discount on everything to members of the local bike clubs. Their selection is massive and the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Two thumbs up for Sports Basement. The staff are helpful and the price can't be beaten. You can even find Timbuk2 bags in here. They have a track in the middle of the aisle where you can try out with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So much better than Big Five or Sports Authority. Realy like the big open space. Nice cross between REI, Costco and a frat house. The big couches where you can casually sit while trying on new...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Real laid back. Kinda like checking out your best friend's garage if he had organizational skills and loved sports.... well, if I knew anyone like that!I love the homage to Fry's with some of the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! The people who work there are friendly, helpful, and really know their stuff.There's a lots of variety of products and the prices are very competitive!
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had never heard of Sports Basement before last night when I complained to my hubby that one of my knees was starting to hurt after running only a mile. He recommended that we go to SB for new...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great. I only come here to buy running clothes. My bf is a triathlete so he comes here for virtually everything. My roomie is an avid fan of Sports Basement as well... to the point where...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm shop so often at SB that when I go into a regular sporting goods store I'm bowled over by the high prices! SB is a mecca for bargains in sporting goods. I got a tri wetsuit for $225! As an added...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ditto to what everyone else said. Great place to look for outdoor gear. They pretty much have everything you would ever need that's at REI but at a better price. It's set up real cool too,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this store and it's much cleaner than the original Sports Basement in the City by the ballpark. You can spend hours in this store and there's plenty of salespeople eager to help. If you need...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Sports Basement, having frequented the one in SF until I moved to the South Bay. Fortunately, SB opened its doors down here just after I moved and I was in heaven!SB has lower prices than most...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice place. It feels a bit like REI with its open space, but the prices are much better.I was looking for a nice backpack for a 2-3 day camping trip. Packs available at REI were 10% cheaper here,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Super helpful staff, wide selection of sporting goods(running shoe selection is a little slim), lots of things on sale and on clearance. Great prices overall. if you're looking for a good deal on...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am so happy that they finally opened one in the area. They have great merchandise at 'BASEMENT' deals! I used to go to the ones in SF several times a year because they have great deals! I hope...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good prices, good selection, well rounded supply for a wide variety of sports. They also have a good selection of children's shoes and ski wear.If you are a size medium be sure to check out the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is amazing! I had actually never heard of it before. I was in the market for a new snowboard and I was told that this place had good prices. Not only did that turn out to be true, but...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yay! Kudos to Sports Basement for opening a store in the south bay. The store is located where the old Fry's use to be; they even left the ESC button on the exit door. Haha.This store feels...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2005
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