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December 2022 by Jennifer Nystrom
Absolutely love this store! It has everything you need and then some, and everyone was so kind and helpful!
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December 2022 by Cole Ziebarth
Excellent local tackle shop. Chris met me at the store and opened after hours so I could purchase a rain jacket for a fishing trip. Have been to the store many times and will be a customer for life. I could not recommend East Coast Sports more!
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December 2022 by Jared Fuller
Recently visited East Coast Sports in Surf City and purchased a more expensive reel. After purchasing and trying out I found it functionally defective and attempted to exchange it but was given the run around and ultimately only getting some extra lubricant applied to the reel. Really disappointed with the customer service, especially on a larger purchase.
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October 2022 by Allen Jernigan
Best tackle shop in the area! If they don't carry it, you probably don't need it. East Coast also has a great outdoor clothing and a boating section with various trailer parts, hubs, safety equipment and the like. Great family owned store.
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September 2022 by Kevin DiPalma
Every summer we come here and the service is stellar. Knowledgeable staff that’s always looking to work with you. Been attending to our fishing needs for 4 years now. Solid (+ family run business)!
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September 2022 by Curtis Dotson
Went there and loved it bought a new penn real for my wife also give a military discount love this store will be back next year when were on vacation
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August 2022 by Mike Rebant
I’ve been vacationing in NTB for the last 10+ years and every year I make it a point to buy a new pair of glasses at East Coast Sports! This year Sully and Lucas were extremely welcoming and helpful. I highly recommend shopping at East Coast Sports!
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August 2022 by Marsha Smith
We’re from out of town & when we got home from vacation our puppy promptly ate our toddlers favorite stuffed turtle that we’d gotten from East Coast. Charlie at East Coast Sports just went above and beyond over the phone to help me track down and purchase a replacement of the exact one. Thanks Charlie!
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August 2022 by Cat Hacker123
Old guy at the front desk is not helpful.Edit: the man was not very friendly and was not helpful when I asked questions. When he greeted me he asked what I needed, I responded I only wanted a 10 day license but before I could finish saying that he cut me off saying if I didn’t have my drivers license I couldn’t get a fishing license. I presented my drivers license and he processed my request.When I asked if this license would cover me for fresh and salt water he flatly said no. He didn’t offer an explanation or anything. We stared at each other for several seconds before I asked what I needed in order to fish in the area. He then explained that my 10 day permit would cover me for the inter coastal region.I got what I came for, so I’m not upset. I didn’t expect the red carpet when I walked in to purchase my fishing license, but I don’t care for the attitude the man gave me either.
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July 2022 by Gary H.
This is an incredible find in Surf City. The amount of gear they have for fishing is beyond belief. Fishing is big business but in this area and this is a store to go to. I am a novice and was asking some questions about what would work and what is running and what type of equipment would I need to begin a new hobby, on the bays, shore fishing and maybe someday kayak fishing. The staff were helpful and knowledgeable and I was impressed with the entirety of the store. They also have a large selection of clothing and hats upstairs. Good prices good time.
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July 2022 by A S
Old guy at the front desk is not helpful.Edit: the man was not very friendly and was not helpful when I asked questions. When he greeted me he asked what I needed, I responded I only wanted a 10 day license but before I could finish saying that he cut me off saying if I didn’t have my drivers license I couldn’t get a fishing license. I presented my drivers license and he processed my request.When I asked if this license would cover me for fresh and salt water he flatly said no. He didn’t offer an explanation or anything. We stared at each other for several seconds before I asked what I needed in order to fish in the area. He then explained that my 10 day permit would cover me for the inter coastal region.I got what I came for, so I’m not upset. I didn’t expect the red carpet when I walked in to purchase my fishing license, but I don’t care for the attitude the man gave me either.
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June 2022 by Howard L.
First time coming here. Wanted to check out some tourist traps around the area and this place wasn't bad. This is a fisherman paradise. There's tons of fishing rods and various other fishing accessories on the first floor. The second floor that you have to walk up is where all your local Surf City merch is at. Tons of memorabilia for your family or friends
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June 2022 by Chris Dutton
Absolutely love this store!! It’s my go to place for all my beach and surf fishing needs. The store is super nice and they have so much stuff that you could easily spend several hours looking and shopping. Tons of high end and name brand equipment. Super friendly staff. Picked up some surf rod holders and some Boston mackerel bait this time and hooked up to some nice fish in the surf. Highly recommend visiting east coast sports every time you’re in town!
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June 2022 by Winchester Stewart
Made it to Surf City without my surf rod or reel, so I decided I needed to grab one. I spotted this place coming over and decided to see what they had. I came in knowing a couple choices of very specific rod and reel combos I wanted. We couldn't find the rod I wanted but the manager helped me find something very similar in the $60-70 price range. They did however have the reel I was looking for so I got that and he put line on it for me. He put both mono and braided line with a shock leader as well, for cheap. The price for the reel was even better than I had found on Amazon, which is rare at retail stores. Very satisfied customer.
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June 2022 by Mitch Constant
The people that work there were very helpful and knew what to get. They were very polite and answered so my questions and I got my NC fishing license through them very easy, they also helped with my bait and didn't try to oversell me. As someone who knows fishing I waited to get the gambit of things, but they didn't they just told me what was working and no pressure. I appreciate that!!
