Part of the nation retail chain, this Fleet Feet Sports store is located off Douglas Boulevard in Roseville. It sells specialty footwear, apparel and accessories. Fleet Feet Sports carries all major brands and many you may never have heard of. It truly caters to athletes of every level, and every stage of life.
Peninsula Golf is an independently owned golf store that features a wide selection of items for any first-time golfer or seasoned pro. Products include golf bags, clubs and a variety of other items that are designed to assist golfers out on the course.
Stan Wong of the California Parks Company manages Lake Chabot's marina concession under contract with the East Bay Regional Parks system. Along with snacks, lunches, beverages (no alcohol) and anything else you might need for a day in the park, this is where to buy a fishing license (required for those 16 and older) and to learn what fish have been stocked in the lake. Rowboats, pedal boats and kayaks can be rented for $20 to $60 an hour, with discounts for three hours or more. Fishing gear and life jackets for rental or sale. (Swimming and wading is not allowed, because the lake is a drinking-water source.) The cafe is next to the lake, behind the picnic area; from Lake Chabot Road, follow the signs to the marina. The website is updated weekly with info about fish, lake conditions, etc.
Leslie's Swimming Pool Supplies is the world's largest retail shop of all sorts of swimming pool supplies. Started as a backyard shop in the spring of 1963 in Southern California, Leslie's owns 600 retail stores in 35 states. Its products include chemicals, cleaning devices, equipments, parts, as well as a variety of recreational and safety products. In most areas, it provides professional installation and repair services. A very attractive factor is that Leslie's carries many exclusive products that are not available in any other stores.
Before hitting the beach, bring the whole family on over to Free to Ride, a fun, laid-back boutique and surf shop. Free to Ride's storefront represents the culture of Capitola, California and surfing. For men, women, and children, the shop packs in clothing and accessories that's ideal for both warm beach weather and those cool nights when the fog rolls in. But Free to Ride carries plenty of skim boards, boogie boards, and beach toys. Bathing suits and sun lotion are conveniently available too. Free to Ride is also a great place for an inexpensive beach souvenir. Free to Ride stocks up on everything surfers need to get back out into the water, including wet suits (children sizes too), fins, wax, and a distinct selection of quality surf boards. Free to Ride is one of the only spots where people can find Source and GP surfboards, which are both made locally in Santa Cruz.
Hermosa Beach's Aquatech Repairs is partnered with Anderson Surfboards in Marina Del Ray. Specializing in the manufacture of customized surfboards, Aquatech can also repair your longboard, shortboard and fins. The staff consists of knowledgeable surfers who don't mind getting their hands dirty to sand and laminate your equipment.
Zumiez is located in the Northridge Fashion Center off of Tampa Avenue. It is a major clothing and extreme sport culture retail store that has locations across the country. Most of its products are directly related to skateboarding, surfing, and snowboarding. In addition to clothing, shoes and accessories Zumiez also is a skateboard shop that can provide you with a complete skateboard setup.
Venice Bike & Skate is located on Washington Boulevard near the beach, boardwalk and pier. It specializes in sales, service and rentals. You'll find new beach cruisers, bike baskets and a variety of other accessories here. With more than 38 years of experience, Venice Bike ensures that your bike purchase or rental will be satisfying.
The Gun Room is an indoor public gun range. The facility also offers classes, private lessons and special events. If you're interested in purchasing your own gear, there is a retail store that sells firearms, ammunition and accessories. You can also purchase bullets, targets and safety goggles when registering for a range lane. Discounts are available to seniors.
Mountain View Surplus is located in the shopping center on the corner of El Camino Real and Miramonte. The shop specializes in camping and hunting gear, military outfits, and recreational supplies related to outdoor sports. The shop is a popular stop for customers in search of authentic Halloween costumes or military uniforms needed for film projects and the like. The NASA and naval bases in Mountain View utilize the shop when backup materials are needed. The uniforms include American and European varieties designed to handle a wide range of terrain; collectibles are available as well. The tents available include dome tents, family tents, and GI-issued army tents. Items in the store are available for rent and purchase.
Since 1991, Nor-Cal Surf Shop has been helping customers with surfing, skating and snowboarding needs. The store has merchandise on two floors, and specializes in surf equipment, including wetsuits, boards and wax; skating gear like skateboards, wheels, clothing and shoes; and snowboards and accessories like clothing, boards and glasses. Brands include Vans, Billabong, Nike, DC and Oakley. Steps from the ocean, Nor-Cal Surf Shop has surfboard rentals and lessons available for newbies.
Blue Sky Sports operates numerous businesses under one roof. Bring the entire family and enjoy outdoor batting cages, or browse through a 5,000-square-foot retail store stocked with lacrosse, soccer, baseball, softball, football and basketball equipment, along with uniforms, referee equipment and sports gear. A large on-site studio offers custom embroidery, screenprinting and engraving for teams, individuals and businesses.