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West Marine
142 Harbison Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212, United States
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West Marine
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Ch
Review №1

Nice clean store. Staff is always friendly and knowledgeable about the products sold. Highly recommend a visit.

Me
Review №2

Had most of what we needed. The fellow there was very nice.

Ry
Review №3

Absolutely awesome place. The employees were very helpful and knowledgeable. I will definitely be back again.

Ry
Review №4

Super limited selection on everything. Sporting good stores nearby far better choice for anything

ru
Review №5

Very confident salesman helping me to select the size battery replacement for my boat trolling motor.

Ma
Review №6

Loved the layout. Staff was super helpful!

da
Review №7

Not on the lake, but, a great marine store. Quality gear and fishing equipment too!

Bu
Review №8

Very little Marin inventory. More a beach, water retail store. Don’t waste your time.

Ca
Review №9

Very helpful staff told me what I needed to fix my boats problem.

Ja
Review №10

Manager Greg is a whiney pouty manchild that creates a negative environment for customers

Bo
Review №11

Had everything you could need for your boat or dock needs.

Rh
Review №12

I ran all over town looking for a Boston valve for my tube with no luck. I was referred to West Marine from another store. I was told by (presumably) the owner/manager that he just sold the last one but that he may have one laying around in the back that I could have. Indeed he did. And it fit. I will be returning for further business. Thanks so much!

Go
Review №13

Very helpful staff, a bit overpriced. But still convienent

C
Review №14

The folks were very friendly and I enjoyed talking with them. There were a lot empty displays as stock level was low. High-traffic area (Horribleson Blvd) where everyone waves at you, but without all their fingers extended... I always try to avoid this area if possible.

Ry
Review №15

Their products are way overpriced something as simple as seat cleaner is $15 that sells for $3.95 at Walmart

Re
Review №16

Great products and pretty good prices. Deducting one star, though, because the employees working the store lack enthusiasm, energy and a smile. Service with a smile goes a long way!—Chris fernett

Ch
Review №17

Nice place, but been in there 3 times now and they didnt have what i needed in stock

No
Review №18

This place is outrageously over priced on their items. We went in picked up one pack of 2 pins to hold a Bimini Top on a boat. Got to the register and paid $28.67 for 2. My husband came out and said he’d never shop there again. I asked why and he told me the price. I asked him to take them back in and get our money back. While he did that I looked online and got 2 for $9.00 and free shipping.. I love to shop local, see what I’m getting and support local ... but this is ridiculous... BTW, the ones that came in the mail were nicer than the ones in West Marine...

Ch
Review №19

Wonderful staff, very helpful

Gi
Review №20

First time here and the staff was polite and very helpful. I will be back soon.

Pa
Review №21

Friendly and helpful staff. Very clean. Must wear a mask. If you dont have one the nicely give you one.

Ma
Review №22

Covid-19 safe! Excellent mechendising and signage. Floating helpful staff members, knowledgeable about boats, and the inventory as well as helpful with special orders.

Je
Review №23

Cant beat the quality experience! Great products knowledgeable staff that remember your name and face. Great boaters supply one stop shop. Price matching to internet just show them at counter. Kick back and enjoy the store well organized and friendly staff🤙🤙

DO
Review №24

Nice store.

Ro
Review №25

Nice store. I know where Im going whenever I get in the boat tax bracket!

Ke
Review №26

Quicksilver is my favorite casual clothing brand.

J
Review №27

Very organized, well stocked store. We were immediately greeted when we walked in. West Marine offers unique customer service bc their staff is extremely knowledgeable about the products and will walk you through your entire purchase. Very impressed and will be back

Gi
Review №28

Way, way over priced!!

Ke
Review №29

I love this place. Staff is very helpful and available. It is fun to go and shop for the things I need and the ones I dont 😄

Ti
Review №30

I’ve been to this place a few times recently. They need to teach their employees the meaning of “service with a smile”. It seems that the people who work here are always grumpy and not too friendly. I only shop here if I have to have something in an emergency for a customers boat. It’s people in stores like this that make others purchase from the web or somewhere else. I would advise anyone needing boating supplies to buy elsewhere if you are not needing them immediately!!

Tr
Review №31

Never again will I return to West Marine. Worst customer service in the industry. Ive been shopping at West Marine on Harbinson for as long as I can remember but after yesterdays experience when customers were locked in the store as I guess was the pathetic excuse for a Manager was rushing people out. He must be in hirry to get out of there. Just all around bad experience!

Aa
Review №32

Terrible service. Ive been three different times, each time theyre rude, short, and offer zero help. I wont be back a 4th time.

Sh
Review №33

Kaleb was cool. He knew a lot about the ocean gps selection. Will definitely be back

La
Review №34

Nice place, really big. A great selection of items

br
Review №35

Not a bad store have gotten a few things from this place. Good selection on parts for your boat also sell clothes fishing equipment and accessories

Da
Review №36

I called and inquired about a product I was interested in on my way thru Columbia heading to the coast. Once I arrived I walked the whole store looking for what I had called about. After not being able to find it I was finally greeted as I was leaving.By the way I was the only customer in the store at the time and no one bothered to help me.I guess Ill shop somewhere else where they actually appreciate their customers.

Ji
Review №37

Store is empty. Dont waste your time.

Jo
Review №38

Good lots of great products. Very good customer service.

to
Review №39

I have shopped here for awhile and these guys are great. My son and I were shopping for a life jacket that would fit him for this upcoming season and an older gentleman greeted me in the isle and gave me some great options and actually went as far as making sure I was aware of some current boating laws that applied. Ill be giving these guys my business as long as Im on the water! -TJ

Ch
Review №40

Drove a little over an hour to pick up a switch panel. They had a few in stock, and a sign above saying 20% off. I asked Mike the sales associate was that on all the panels, he said yes. With 20% off, still about $40 more than online which I have no problem with, it cost more to run brick and mortar stores, I get it, been in retail over 20years myself. Shopped around got a few other things and went to pay, item was not discounted. He went over and looked at sales add, then stated that one is not on sale. I asked again did he not tell me they were on sale, he agreed, but would not honor his mistake. Poor Customer service. Unfortunate because this is the type of things that is making e-comm even more successful. Try to spend money at brick and mortar whenever I can.

Ma
Review №41

Great inventory at good prices. I definitely would recommend it.

go
Review №42

Very helpful staff

Ma
Review №43

Good boating equipment. Manager very helpful

Da
Review №44

The best place to go for boating equipment and supplies. Staff are helpful and knowledgeable about their products.

We
Review №45

Pricy but clean, orderly and a friendly staff.

Sc
Review №46

Outstanding customer service support! Greg, Mike and Jay assisted me in obtaining emergency signaling devices to support ACA risk management training. Greg also was very helpful in exchanging my ICOM -73 that was operating intermittently despite not having my previous extension plan on file at the new Columbia location. I highly recommend the West Marine team for any boating needs.

Ne
Review №47

Nice folks to work with. Ordered what I needed and will be shipped to my home.

Ge
Review №48

Friendly curtious service

it
Review №49

Ive called numerous times today.... 3 different times no answer. I was just trying to see if they had 80lb mono in stock 😑😑😑

De
Review №50

Walked in was NOT acknowledged/greeted. Browsed around the store still not acknowledged. One associate was walking around with a cell phone in hand texting other associate was at P.O.S. with customer.Exited store without any acknowledgement!Poor Management and training!!!

Re
Review №51

Nice selection of clothing and boating accessories, but no bargains here.

Lo
Review №52

Thank you Caleb for being so fantastic!!! ❤️ Vern rules!

Wa
Review №53

Very helpful staff. Much better location than old store.

ca
Review №54

Great customer service

Li
Review №55

I cant seem to get my husband to leave this store when we come lol. All of his boating dreams housed in one building.

Ma
Review №56

Everything you could possibly need for boating and a good knowledgeable staff

Ba
Review №57

Go to place for boating and water sports supplies. Nice new location next to Old Navy.

To
Review №58

Very nice new location. A lot more inventory and room.

Je
Review №59

Good location great staff

An
Review №60

Overpriced and inattentive staff to boot. Will not return, would not recommend

Sa
Review №61

Good selection of boating accessories.

Wa
Review №62

Excellent staff!! Great experience.

Ni
Review №63

Good selection of items, knowledgeable staff. A little pricey at times

wh
Review №64

I like this store but i only wish they carried more things for kayaks there kayaks are great but not to many extras to set up kayak

do
Review №65

Great staff and service

Je
Review №66

Great store. Friendly staff. Glad its closer.

Ge
Review №67

What kind of business Closes at 5 pm? Must be nice, I guess they dont want to much business.

Qu
Review №68

Had just what was needed to fix our pontoon!

Ra
Review №69

Only place we go! Very knowledgeable about their products.

Pr
Review №70

Great sales service, quality equipment and apparel

Ar
Review №71

Good service, good product selection

Ki
Review №72

Easy shopping

To
Review №73

Staff was very patient and polite. A bit pricey but not much local competition to inspire lower costs.

Ch
Review №74

Very clean..the employees help with instructions on how to get my fishing license

Am
Review №75

Stocks hard to find marine items.

Si
Review №76

Very helpful staff

TH
Review №77

Great store

Do
Review №78

Few parts on site.

da
Review №79

Very helpful

Jo
Review №80

If I wrote a review as long as I have had to wait on the part they ordered months ago my fingers raw!!!!

Je
Review №81

Friendly people

Gr
Review №82

Great service

Pa
Review №83

Usually overpriced.

A.
Review №84

Great store

Ev
Review №85

Love the place

Ga
Review №86

Bad service second time getting horrible customer Service, called up there 10 minutes before closing saying I’d be there in a minute and was told i wouldn’t make it don’t come too just come in the morning...

ch
Review №87

Yeti buckets

Ke
Review №88

Great

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3.9 Rating
  • Address:142 Harbison Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212, United States
  • Site:https://westmarine.com/stores/columbia-sc-1341
  • Phone:+1 803-638-7838
Categories
  • Bait shop
  • Marine supply store
  • Boat cover supplier
  • Canoe & kayak store
  • Fishing store
  • Outdoor sports store
  • Water ski shop
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–6PM
  • Thursday:9AM–6PM
  • Friday:9AM–6PM
  • Saturday:10AM–6PM
  • Sunday:9AM–6PM
Service options
  • In-store pickup:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
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