“I love this place and not just because it's close. The staff are kind and always helpful and I have very rarely had a bad experience in the 10ish years Ive lived here”
“Decided to stop in to get some proper running shoes for an upcoming race, and I’m so glad I did! The place was pretty busy, but I was helped quickly. Lucy was amazing—she took the time to explain what I should be looking for in a running shoe and really knew her stuff. She made the whole process super easy (especially for a beginner runner like me) and helped me find the perfect pair. Highly recommend this spot if you want knowledgeable staff and a smooth experience!”
“Awesome place! My husband and I bring all of our equipment there to be inspected and filled! They have lots of options for additional diving gear. Julie is super great and helpful! Love it here! Also they offer dive certification for anyone who is interested in starting”
“Classic Army Store with New & Vintage products - fully stocked Airsoft products - edged products - apparal of all kinds - pleasent, professional staff - easy to get to and plenty of parking - a MUST visit store as you will be suprised at how much merchandise is in this cozy shop. AAA+++”
“My husband and I signed up for the “Date Night package” and had a great time. I myself am very new to shooting and the staff “Mitch” was very knowledgeable and patient giving us some great information, my husband being retired military was very impressed and so was I. Mitch you may have made a new best friend. I’ll drop him off to you haha! Thanks for the great experience and we’ll be back!”
“I just wanted to say that I’ve never personally been to a Johnson’s Sporting Goods store, but a couple years ago I reached out over Facebook messenger to ask them to help out a friend who’s JSG hat was ruined, and it was a hat that they wore every single day(we also live in NY so driving to the store wasn’t super possible at the time) and Carrie Johnson immediately helped me out by finding the same hat, and next day shipping it for us. That alone has to show the kind of people that run it, so thank you again Carrie I still very much appreciate your help.”
10:30AM - 5:30PM
15 Free St, Portland
Sporting Goods
“Maine Surfers Union is a good smaller sized shop that I've been to over the years. Each time I've dropped by Charlie and other staff have been helpful and super friendly. In fact, one time I really needed some Futures fins during a swell and couldn't make it to the shop for a while so Charlie offered advice over the phone to decide on my best size and arranged to meet up with me near my local surf break one early morning-how can you beat that for customer service?! When I walk into MSU one thing that pops into my brain is "quality" - good brands and well made products that you may need to pay a little more for at times, but will last. Haven't bought a board here, but am always curious what they have for shapes-they don't offer a huge selection of multiple racks full of boards but I like that they stock USA made quality options and they update on social media board orders arriving to give you a sense of what's available. Also offer some surf books, local coffee and local craft beer to go.”
“Fantastic business. The owners are extremely friendly and professional. Have been using them for a few years to design and create our warm ups / tshirts for high school cheering. They are prompt, great communication, and very accommodating. Will continue to use them going forward!”
“I love this store! Not only are they amazing and really take the time to help you with whatever you may need but they did such a good job with my goalie stick fixing it and making it perfect. They even let me test it out before I brought it home again. Very satisfied and will always come in to get my sticks tuned up and restrung.”
“The best shoe store I've ever shopped in. Staff were pleasant, but Aaron went above and beyond, trying to get running shoes that would fit my wide feet. A great salesman and a super guy. Shopping there was 1 of the 2 or 3 highlights of my Maine vacation. Too bad South Portland wasn't closer to my home in Nova Scotia.”
“I recently went to FF and my experience was terrific!! Marissa was a HUUUGE help I was looking for a pair of taffy pink crocs so I called ahead and at first they said they didn’t have the crocs and 10 minutes later I get a call from Marissa telling me she found the crocs I was so excited and I really appreciate Marissa’s effort to helping me out finding my crocs!!! Thank you so much Marissa you made my day!!!”
“By far the most organized and well stocked PÍAS I’ve ever been into. Left with one pair of hockey skates for my daughter and in-line skates for my husband & myself.”
“Eddie Bauer is becoming the only place I will purchase clothing. It is very difficult to find durable, comfortable, stylish, well fitting clothing for men of my size anywhere else.”
“I came here on a Saturday afternoon and was pleasantly surprised. Out of all the stores I went to, the Lulu Lemon employee at the front behind the counter was the only person in the whole mall to greet me when I walked in! So refreshing. Although it was my first time in and it was overwhelming as I wasn’t sure how to tell who was an employee at first (they usually have a red Fanny pack/bag), I ended up asking a woman named Shannon for help. She was in the middle of folding clothes but stopped, was so polite, and friendly and didn’t make me feel like an inconvenience at all. She explained the different kind of pants/tops, styles, materials and why the differences matter & for what. She also explained how some pants like the wonder leggings you should size up as they are compression or if you should wear a bra with this top, etc. She was super helpful, got me into a fitting room, and since I was shopping alone I asked for her help on the fit/look after I tried them on & she was great! I know it’s her job to sell but it also felt like I was shopping with a friend. I really appreciated her advice and patience. I ended up buying a new set and will be back for more. Great experience overall. Thanks so much Shannon! ?”
“The store is managed very attentively. The inventory is well displayed and organized meticulously, so well that it clearly isn't a child's play area of grab and throw shopping spree type bargain bin purveyor. I like the eclectic artistic graphic design of the product, that is neuveax contemporary angst, yet fresh and stylish. Not necessarily mainstream, and yet not "dirty grunge," kid stuff either. Just a quick glance won't reveal the treasures you might miss judging the book by its cover; it's worth the time to delve in to investigate a more diverse wardrobe selection.”
“Jacob was very pleasant & helpful, I can't understand why they would move him to another store. The cashier who assisted with cashing out was very nice also. Unfortunately I forgot his name, But the staff needs to be more customer friendly, they never welcomed you to the store ask if you find what you're looking for etc. I see the manager Sam making the effort. And that's why I gave this store 4 stars.”
“I've never had 1st class customer service as I have at the Maine mall store. Every time I stop in for custom hats for my business, Tom has helped me and I am honored to have his help. This guy knows his stuff and has helped me design my hats every time. I'd swear he's the owner because he is highly knowledgeable and believes in Customer service. Tom is top knotch. As an employer in the service industry, I'd say Lids is lucky to have him and he's the kind of employee I search hard for. Thanks Tom!”
“I shopped on May 25 this year and bought a stationary bike5.0 OUUPRIGH/N… the service I got was fantastic! 2 very helpful employees gave me 100% service? They are why I purchased bike Joshwa Cennte and Jacob Kulig, they are an asset to your store!!!”
“We purchased 2 of these for our girls (black Lab puppies) last fall to protect them during the hunting season. They put a lot of miles on them out in the back 40, and except for them coming unbuckled once in awhile, we have had no issues with them. The girls accept them being put on, really get excited when we do, as that is a key that we are going for a woods walk, swim, etc. Even though hunting season is over, we still put them on. True, a black Lab stands out against the snow, but these blaze orange vests help us keep track of their whereabouts as they scout the frozen tundra. We love it when we can buy American, get good quality, and not send $ and jobs overseas.”