Sporting goods in New Zealand

“Such a beautiful store which is always well organised and tidy. I love the range of activewear they have in store and the different colourful launches lately! The staff are always so friendly and welcoming making for a pleasurable shopping experience ✨”

“I RECENTLY PURCHASED A PAIR OF NEW BALANCE SHOES AND HAD A VERY PROFESIONAL FITTING FROM KAHU WHO WAS RECCOMENDED BY MY PODIATRIST. KAHU WAS VERY PROFESSIIONAL AND PASIONATE ABOUT GETTING ME INTO THE RIGHT SHOE, A NO PRESSURE SALES PERSON.”

“Great shop. I just popped in to see if they had a spare ear muff for my ski helmet, I'm about to head off to Canada ....extraordinary,...they pulled a spare pair out of the bottom draw. This is not my first experience of great service from Richard and the team. This is way retail should be. Highly recommended.”

“Great shop, friendly staff. Just love Merrell products. Today it was the Hydro Moc's, Perfect. Saw a nice shell thats just come in on the way out. Will have to go back and get that as well.”

“Had great experience with the guys and girls went out of their way serviced and did repairs that was needed great communication and pleasant to talk to .thanks heaps”

“Purchased Evo 12 m2 aluula DLab kite, it handled 20 gusting 24 kts at Brighton pier with ease. My old 2020 model could not do that”

“I love the pure nutrition gels for cycling, especially the fluid gels. PURE also have excellent customer service, some of the quickest responses and best communication I've seen.”

“Very awesome experience today. Staff are a huge help. We were out of the store in no time with two very good pairs of shoes. Great variety. Feels great to support local as well. Thankyou.”

“Best bike shop ever! I had crossed the threads on my pedals and they immediately sorted it so I could ride the Otago Rail Trail the next day! So grateful - wouldn’t get service like that from an Australian bike shop!”

“We has a good experience with James. Explaining well, nice and polite. If you going to visit the store, highly recommend to see James.”

“Great service and the best range of cricket, football and sporting goods in Wellington. Never been let down with service, as they have the best experience and knowledge of all their goods and suppliers. Love the new store layout and cricket bat wall. Looks awesome”

“Had a great experience buying running shoes for my son. Served by Portia who was very knowledgeable on advising the right shoe specifications for his videoed running style. She was very engaging and helpful.”

“Walked into the store as a customer, and found myself struggling to find the shoe that’s perfect for me to play a new sport. Until I was served by Keeley! She helped me find the perfect shoes that fit my needs and asks me questions that really helped her understand what I was looking for! Overall she is an excellent worker and I will be coming back again another day!”

“Excellent locally owned shop, broad selection of goods available. Owner very skilled and helpful. I needed a ball blown up and this shop was happy to help, even though it was a gift not purchased from there. Friendly service. Highly recommend!”

“Owned and operated by such lovely people, a huge variety of products with very reasonable pricing! A good wee parking lot just alongside the shop itself!”

“Great prices, lots of variety and great service. One of my favorite op shops!”

“Incredible service! Unfortunately I didn't catch the name of the lady who served me but she was super helpful in recommending products that would be useful to me. She did me a great deal on a pair of shoes and threw in a few freebies which was a nice touch. The store has a wide range of footwear for all your sporting needs. I've been a customer of the store since I was a youth, and always got a 'kick' out of seeing Shaquille O'Neal's basketball shoe on the counter (I don't know if it's still there, but it's massive) Service like this definitely keeps me coming back!”

“Great store lots of choices. Guy was so friendly and helpful. There are bargain stuff. Expired or short date. But price were so cheap and label clearly if short date. Good service. They also have point system too. So pretty good.”

“The team here at Lifestyle Sports have always looked after us well. They are super helpful, understanding and patient. Many times I have spent a while looking around and the staff are all willing to help find the right item. Totally recommend Lifestyle Sports, great range of footwear, clothing and supporters gear!”

“Excellent products, fantastic service, very fast delivery”

“Good range and helpful, friendly staff. Made selection easy.”

“Great store! I bought boots and clothes from there and the quality is excellent. The prices are reasonable and the staff was very helpful. I’m really happy with my purchase and will definitely shop there again.””

“Purchased a Steeden “State of Origin” replica ball from Player sports. I was super happy with my first purchase from this store for a number of reasons. Firstly, the price was $10 cheaper than anywhere else in New Zealand that I could find it online. Secondly, by my own mistake, I originally went in store to Greenlane where it was available for “Pickup”, but was not actually “in stock”, as it would have been sent there from Onehunga if I’d have gone with that option. However, the staff were really friendly, informative and polite, explaining the process clearly so that I could make the online purchase with confidence. The store was very tidy and had a great vibe, along with a wide selection of products to purchase. I didn’t have time to go to Onehunga that day but made the purchase online for home delivery, and it arrived 3business from the time of purchase. The product itself is good quality and arrived well packaged and in the expected condition. Will definitely purchase from Player Sports again.”

“Update 2025. Have just been in to get shoes for my daughter's, extremely helpful staff. Thank you Great prices, great service”

“We visited Blackwell's in 2010 on our first trip to NZ. They have a great range & friendly service. It is great to drop in & buy a memento and then visit the cafe for cake. Pleased to see it going so well after being damaged by the earthquake years ago. We always visit Blackwell's when in the South Island”

“Highly recommend this store, I went in knew what I wanted from online browsing. The retail person came out to help me super helpful, knew what he was doing and saying. Really valued the experience! I would 100% go back. I’m so happy with my shoes and the service.”

“Heaps of little gems here and very reasonable pricing. Staff and volunteers are lovely. The store is always well stocked.”

“We found what we were looking for. Staff very friendly and helpful. We found the same when we made a purchase 7 years ago. Exactly what we wanted.”

“Amazing service from amazing people who actually have your goals and wellbeing in mind while giving their advice. Their knowledge is huge! Cannot fault them :)”

“Excellent store layout, helpful staff. Love this store!”