Outdoor, Sport shopping in Asia
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3501 Pla Surplus Store
The Chinese armed forces, the PLA, are the largest in the world and this is where you can pick up some of their kit. Staffed by a cheery crew of middle-aged ladies, it's a good place to find cheap but hard-wearing boots, heavy greatcoats (around Y130) - ubiquitous in the Chinese winter, fur hats (around Y42), long johns and waterproofs. Binoculars, compasses, knives and watches are also available.
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Bhutan Archery Shop
Catering to the large community of Bhutanese archers, Bhutan Archery Shop specialises in American-made Hoyt brand bows that range in price from US$600 to US$1100. Arrows are the steel-tipped Easton brand, which sell for Nu 280 to 500. It’s a relatively expensive sport. The traditional bamboo bows are usually homemade and the bamboo arrows can be picked up at the weekend market.
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Longlife Mountaineering Equipment
Sales and rental. The secondhand gear is shipped from Europe via Karachi and can be a good buy. The new stuff is from China but is not 'export quality' so be careful. Sleeping-bag hire is Rs50 per day. Sold items may be bought back at half price. Reasonable selection of down jackets, stoves etc.
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Jimmy's Bike Shop
Taiwan is a major producer and exporter of touring and mountain bikes, which are generally quite cheap. If you can front up to the city's insane traffic, noise and pollution, Jimmy's is the place to get mounted. Jimmy speaks English, and is renowned for his Arnold Schwarzenegger impersonations.
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Extreme Beyond
This small shop has a good selection of real brand-name hiking boots, waterproof jackets, backpacks and sleeping bags. There's also climbing gear. Prices here are not cheap (eg around Y650 for hiking boots), but the goods are the genuine article. The store takes only JCB cards.
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Shonkhor Saddles
Produces and sells saddles and other horse paraphernalia. The workshop is behind School No 5 on Baga Toiruu but is difficult to find on your own - contact the owners at the internet centre opposite the German Embassy. Ask for Tomor or Nara.
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Oleg Yuganov
Do you have a sloppy head or need your bearings greased? Contact local cycle specialist Oleg Yuganov, who has helped many stranded cyclists get back in the saddle. He works irregular hours from his home, north of the centre. Phone first.
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Pro Shack
If you need tools for a self-organised jeep/motorcycle trip or a generator big enough to power a Mongolian village, drop by this German-owned hardware outlet. The shop will move in 2009 so call for its new location.
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Seven Summits
Stocks German-made Vaude gear, GPS units, maps, travel books and accessories. It also hires out gear, including tents, sleeping bags, gas stoves, mountain bikes and inflatable kayaks.
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Extreme Plus
Has a good selection of outdoor equipment including bicycle components, trekking supplies, skis, tents and gas stoves. It's open all weekend in winter for ski and snowboard rental.
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Shona’s Alpine Rental
For reliable rentals and purchase try Shona’s Alpine Rental, which makes its own sleeping bags and offers unbiased advice on the best trek gear for your trip.
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Tear Proof
Good for backpacks, rugged outdoor wear and camping equipment. There are branches in Berjaya Times Square, the Curve and the Mid Valley Megamall.
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Sachak Enterprise
If you are missing a piece of gear for your trek, try Sachak Enterprise for good Nepalese copies of brand-name gear.
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Toread Outdoor Sports
If you are headed off on a trek but totally unprepared you can pick up basic equipment such as tents, stoves and jackets here.
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Planet Scuba
If you plan to do any scuba diving or snorkelling in Malaysia, this store can kit you out with everything you need.
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Dive Station
If you plan to do any scuba diving or snorkelling in Malaysia, this store can kit you out with everything you need.
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Ayanchin Outfitters
This place sells Western camping, fishing and hunting equipment, plus GPS units, mainly imported from the US.
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Megasport
For sports gear, including trainers and winter sports equipment, head to Sport Land or Megasport .
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Northland
Sells fishing tackle and Chinese-brand (but acceptable quality) camping gear at reasonable prices.
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Sport Land
For sports gear, including trainers and winter sports equipment, head to Sport Land or Megasport.
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Namgyel Tyres
Namgyel Tyres stocks hiking boots and is your best bet for larger sizes.
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Mountain Dak Outdoor Sports Club
Outdoor clothing and equipment are available at Mountain Dak Outdoor Sports Club .
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Airwolf
Airwolf, near Highfly Café, sells outdoor clothing and equipment.
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Karakoram Mountaineering Equipment
Formerly known as Gown House (and maybe still sporting the old sign).
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Taibei Shanshui
Taibei Shanshui is a popular option for outdoor clothing and gear.
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