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 Identified flying objects |
42 Gardner Street North Laine Brighton, Sussex BN1 1UN United Kingdom +44 1273 67 6740 http://www.airbornkites.co.uk |
You cannot fail to miss this shop if you are walking though North Laine as a 12ft kite flies outside. The sales assistants here are experts in the art of kite flying and you'll find specialist materials including Quadrifoil options and plenty of Flexifoil material on reams at the back of the shop. This isn't just a place for kites, but for many other airborne objects. Buggies hang from the ceiling along with colourful Flexifoil kites. Child size kites, frisbees and diabolos all make for original gifts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Surfwear on the beach |
125 Kings Road Arches Central Brighton Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2FN United Kingdom +44 1273 77 0666 http://www.boneidol.co.uk |
This tiny shop holds a prime location on the trendy part of Brighton's seafront. Housed in one of the old fishing arches the shop has brought its connection with the sea into the modern age. Surfboards and body boards have replaced boats here, although the choice is limited by the size of the shop. The shop assistants are happy to give advice. They also sell a good range of tiny T-shirts, hooded tops, bags, Oakley sunnies, shorts and accessories for both girls and boys. The clothes are mainly their own label. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sportswear for all |
194 Western Road Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2BA United Kingdom +44 1273 74 7893 |
Stocking brands such as Helly Hansen, Nike, Reebok and Adidas this large shop attracts fashionable sporting enthusiasts. The shop is split into two halves with the left-hand side dedicated to darts, football, boots and menswear, and the right-hand side to trainers and womenswear including swimsuits. They also sell Gold's gym mats and dumbbells, bags, caps, swimming goggles and other accessories. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A fishy business |
135A Islingword Road Hanover Brighton, East Sussex BN2 4SH United Kingdom +44 1273 68 1010 |
The main business of this shop is providing local anglers with supplies for both sea fishing and fresh water fishing. They stock all types of fresh bait, terminal tackle and all major suppliers. Being local anglers themselves, the staff are able to give advice and information to any keen visitors. You can also find useful information from the specialist newspapers sold, such as the Angling News. The shop is located in the residential Hanover area of Brighton. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitness footwear |
70-71 Churchill Square Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2EP United Kingdom +44 1273 73 3882 http://www.footlocker-europe.com/ |
This American shop is mainly for those who require sportswear as fashionwear as the range of clothing, particularly for men, is limited to sweatshirts, t-shirts and tracksuits. There is gymwear for women and labels include Nike and New Balance. As the name suggests, they specialise more in footwear with trainers, boots and sandals labelled under several categories: New Releases, Cross Training; Football, Lifestyle; Basketball; Outdoor; Tennis and Running. There are swivel seats in the centre of the shop for easy trying-on, and plenty of staff on hand to help find a pair of socks to match. Children's footwear and clothes are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Windsurfing school and paddling pool |
Kingsway Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 4LX United Kingdom +44 1273 42 4842 http://www.hovelagoon.co.uk |
The Lagoon itself is a shallow windsurfing lake, suitable for beginners. There is also a Watersport Centre which runs courses in sailing and windsurfing, operates powerboat and inflatable banana rides and various group and corporate events. When you reach a higher standard you can have a try on the sea behind the Lagoon. There is a smaller boating lake with rowing boats hired by the half hour from the cafe next door and a large children's play area, paddling pool and putting green. Further along the seafront are public tennis courts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New century sports shop |
Churchill Square Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2EP United Kingdom +44 1273 77 6243 |
This shop with its streamlined interior and army of staff on walkie-talkies is clearly taking the sports shopping experience onto a higher level than many of its competitors. They cater for men, women and children on two floors; you'll find more outdoor gear downstairs with the latest in Nike, Kickers and Ellesse and gym/swimwear and a huge selection of trainers upstairs. Bags range from flimsy drawstrings to large Adidas equipment carriers. The changing facilities are limited and you will need to ask for assistance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sportswear and equipment |
145-147 Western Road Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2DB United Kingdom +44 1273 73 7566 |
This large shop sells a wide selection of sportswear and swimwear for adults and children with brand names including Nike, Reebok, HiTec, Umbro, Adidas, Diadora and Speedo. There are three changing rooms and plenty of staff on hand to help out. They also sell sports equipment from sports bags, basketballs, footballs and rugby balls to skateboards, pool cues, tennis racquets and in-line skates. For a day at the beach there are pool shoes and flippers. They also sell water bottles, which are great for the gym or cycling. In case you can't decide what to buy someone, they also sell gift vouchers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For joggers and runners |
39b George Street Kemp Town Brighton, East Sussex BN2 1RJ United Kingdom +44 1273 67 5717 http://www.jogshop.co.uk |
You'll find this small specialist shop at the end of the road which continues on from St James's Street. Obsessed with all that makes the jogging experience complete, they stock trainers, lycra shorts, vests and other clothing in Gore-Tex fabrics at excellent prices. This is either a hangout for joggers or they have plenty of staff, as there always seems to be a lot of people around sharing advice and information about local runs. (You'll find a variety of leaflets for the same purpose.) Other products on sale include energy supplements, knee supports and those all-important socks and blister recovery packs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Extreme sportswear |
66 Western Road Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2HA United Kingdom +44 1273 20 4872 |
Legends specialises in extreme sports such as snowboarding, skateboarding, surfing and BMX. Upstairs you will find all the gear to ensure maximum street credibility, even if the only tube you've ever caught is one on the London underground. Names include Stussy, Quiksilver, Billabong, O'Neill and of course Carharrt which is practically obligatory on the streets of Brighton. They also sell watches, wallets and swimwear. Downstairs you will find all the equipment you should ever need to brave that ramp or snowy mountain. The staff know their stuff and will help to kit you out. The water feature - with is wooden carvings and the counter/boat - is a good enough reason to visit this shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Surf central |
37 West Street Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2RE United Kingdom +44 1273 32 3505 http://www.mambo.com.au |
This large shop in the centre of Brighton attracts surfers - both the real McCoy and the wannabes. The wacky designs on the Australian label's shirts and swimwear are echoed throughout the design features of the shop, which includes surfboards, cartoons cars and totem poles. Good for any type of surf wear, as well as accessories including watches, sunglasses, hats, bags, sandals and posters. Mambo provides a touch of summer all year round. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Surfs up |
368 Kingsway Hove Brighton, East Sussex BN3 4QT United Kingdom +44 1273 41 2241 http://www.boardriders.co.uk |
The South's largest surf lifestyle store, situated next to Hove Lagoon, has a huge selection of clothes and equipment for the surfer, windsurfer and skateboarder. With over 4,000 wetsuits in stock by manufactures such as O'Neill, Billabong and Reef, this shop is an Aladdin's Cave of goodies. They also stock swimwear, casual clothing, bags and sunglasses if you just want the look without the exertion. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Carry on camping |
69 Trafalgar Street North Laine Brighton, East Sussex BN1 4EB United Kingdom +44 1273 60 0897 |
This Society of Shoe Fitters Specialist approved shop is well equipped for most outdoor adventures. With equipment, clothing and advice for walkers, climbers, trekkers, travellers and campers, you will feel safe in the hands of their knowledgeable staff. Tents are from Terra Nova and Marmot and clothes brands include Reef and Lowe Alpine. For those who don't go walking to get away from the kids, children's clothes, carriers, papooses and pushchairs are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Skaters home from home |
3 Bond Street North Laine Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1RD United Kingdom +44 1273 32 3633 |
You can be forgiven for feeling intimidated by the cool-urban-sportlife vibe of this shop (despite the comical spray-canned graffiti man welcoming you at the doorway) found at the entrance to the North Laine area. However for owners and seekers of high impact skateboards, skate scooters, roller blades and flexi-foil windsurf-boards, this will be a home from home. There is skate and surf wear for men and women and chrome bins brimming with essential accessories such as hats, wallets, watches, key-chains and stickers. As anyone into extreme sports will know, you have to learn to laugh at yourself. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brighton and Hove Albion shop |
5-6 Queens Road Brighton BN1 3WA United Kingdom +44 (0)1273 77 6969 / +44 (0)1273 77 6992 http://www.seagullshop.co.uk/ |
This is where you'll find the most avid fans stocking up on souvenirs, buying tickets for the matches or taking in the latest results from the television above the ticket counter. The team's official kit is sponsored by Skint, a Brighton record label, so expect to find vests emblazoned with "Brighton Babe". Other souvenirs include glasses, mugs, slippers, scarves, flags, money-boxes and shower gel. For a special gift you can buy a mosaic incorporating the team's symbol of seagulls with a footballer. Real enthusiasts can buy clothes for their newborn children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Mountain specialists |
1-2 Regent Street North Laine Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1UL United Kingdom +44 1273 67 3192 |
If mountains are your thing then you'll probably be drawn to this shop, the self-proclaimed Mountain Specialists. Apart from housing an expert boot clinic and a ski workshop this large shop also stocks clothing and equipment for rock and ice climbing, backpacking and hill walking, snorkelling and snowboarding. It's all taken extremely seriously but that hasn't stopped them from adding a few trendy touches like O'Neill bikinis, Quiksilver bags and Micro skate scooters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional sports shop |
39 Grand Parade Central Brighton Brighton, East Sussex BN2 2QA United Kingdom +44 1273 60 5625 |
These specialists in sports equipment have been providing a personal service since 1962. Situated away from the main sporting outlets in the central shopping areas, they stand out as offering a more traditional service. They are an official stockist from ProSports and stock Fila, Adidas and Mitre Footballs (which sell for between EUR10 and EUR30) as well as Astroturf's, football shirts, trainers, clothes and tennis equipment. There is parking available at the rear of the shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |