And now for some BREAKING NEWS!!!!...
REI now gives a 20% discount to all military personnel, retired, active duty, reserve!
Just kidding...oh, but I wish...
Also, wifey-pooh would not be happy since me spending on superfluous stuff I don't need...
"But, honey, you to the Zappos thing!"
OUCH!!!
Now, the REI Fresno have two type of sales people: First floor and second floor. First floor speaks for itself with its vast array of cycling, kayaking, snowboarding, camping, backpacking, eating, cooking, etc. You get the picture
The second floor is clothing apparel and shoes. Go figure.
Now, if the "second" floor associate did not know about the socks...then there is something wrong there.
I do believe REI used to sell golfing and fishing equipment many many moons ago. I could be wrong with the fishing.
With Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops (and their HUGE floor), I bet the REI folks are pondering this idea. I am not a "folger" but it would be nice to get last minute items like golf balls and tees (no clubs), fishing lures and bait (no poles), ammunition (no firearm sales). Why this approach? Simple, you should already have the "hardware," you just need the incidentals. I thinks a few select stores may get the nod. I don't expect the Huntington Beach store to stock up on ammo since there is nothing but beach. You get the picture.
