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December 2023 by James Haggerty
What an amazing place. The river store and Dan-the owner- has built an awesome community around being on the river. The store itself has everything you need to get out and have a good time. What I find most awesome are the great potlucks, sales, and dealer events that these guys put on. You feel like family when you go here, especially during those events where you can enjoy great food and company and pick up some awesome gear. This is like the Miguel’s pizza of whitewater.
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August 2023 by Riley DeCurtis
The best and only spot in the area to buy or rent river gear. From kayaking to river boards, this store is well stoked with all you need to get on the river. I've heard great things about their kayaking lessons!
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July 2023 by Grant Potter
Ran the American River Triathlon today. Totally spaced and didn't bring a life preserver. They gave me one for free so I could participate (they didn't have to do that). Good people. I'll only rent from them if i'm on the river
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June 2023 by Mark Jaggers
Great advice on dry suit gasket replacement.
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April 2023 by Amanda O'Luna
Love this place! Very helpful employees, very well stocked. If you love everything river, come here. Plus they have a ton of great stickers.
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December 2022 by Kyle C.
Came in to get a new helmet and left with a Sweet's Protection Full Face Rocker. I absolutely love everything about the River Store. The store is completely stocked with all the latest and greatest gear and boats. The owner Dan is a staple in the community and just the most down to earth Man. I've had the pleasure of working with Kristen, the store manager, a couple times now and I can tell you that she was patient with my 1000 questions and she had an educated answer for every single one. The River Store is truly a gem and I am grateful to have this place so close to home. Thank you Dan and Kristen for all that you do
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October 2022 by Ryan E.
I've bought a river runner here, taken advantage of the demo program, taken a couple private Eskimo roll lessons with Dan Crandall and purchase much other equipment and books. But this specific review is on behalf of manager Kristin. I had broken the button which holds in the straps for the chin strap of my whitewater helmet. I had not been able to get a repair from the company. I had purchase the helmet at the River Store. I brought it in to them to see if they could contact the company and get my helmet repaired. Kristin took the initiative to make repeated inquiries to the company. Many months later I had given up home on the helmet. Kristin sent me a note recently: after many months of her contacting the consign she had a new helmet for me. What a pleasant and unexpected surprise! Thank you Kristin!
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August 2022 by Bryce A.
100% absolute amazing instructors through this place with current adventures. The store has everything and a super awesome selection of kayaks. They even have a demo program to take a kayak out for the day to test drive it before you buy it. $100 gets you 4 demos. Highly recommend taking a some classes before getting out in the river. Dom and Jason are the best!!!
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August 2022 by Lisa Parsons Author
Everything you need at the last minute for a day on the river or what you need to get you on the river. I bought a whitewater kayak from them...as well as a helmet, dry bags, iPhone dry case, and roll classes. I also enrolled in their demo program, which helped me decide on which kayak to buy. Great community asset!
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July 2022 by Rich Dubiel
Was just browsing the store while one of our group was shopping for a pfd. She found just what she was looking for and was very happy with the selection. While I was browsing, I found a great shirt. Wasn't seriously looking for anything but was very happy with what I found. Also very happy to support a small business.
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June 2022 by Conor Felletter
Helpful staff gave great information.
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July 2021 by Matt C.
They have a well stocked store and a pool that offers lessons. They do not have a staff that can answer any questions. They are very polite children. But if you need important advise you should probably try some place different. It is a shame, i would love to spend my money in my own community. When you are going to be spending a few thousand dollars on Kayaks, you should expect professional assistance on your purchase. I have visited the store 2 times with the same results on both occasions. When a person asks enough questions that you do not have a answer for they should get help from someone that maybe does know. I think the store is for profesional kayakers that need a local spot to replace there gear. Not for people new to the sport.
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June 2021 by Zane D.
Booked my first river Kayak trip with The River Store . What a great shop and crew ! Kim was my guide , what a great guy! I'm an ex ocean kayak guide and was very impressed with the quality of gear and instruction. I will be booking more trips with this business and recommend them highly ! Thanks for the great paddle !
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May 2021 by Thomas Chekouras
Had a great experience, the staff is awesome, and the instruction is second to none. I plan to be a regular there, and recommend it to anyone in the WW kayaking scene.
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August 2020 by Ryan Potochnik
Great instructor's. A 1 stop shop has it all.
