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Austin Canoe & Kayak - Houston Store
5822 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77081, United States
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Austin Canoe & Kayak - Houston Store
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To
Review №1

Very knowledgeable staff. I had a manufacturing issue with my kayak, and the worked with me to get a warranty replacement!

lu
Review №2

Lacking on shipping 7 days to get your order, this will ruin anyone’s fishing trip weather, I’m sure costumer will pay for faster shipping if their was better communication skills. You guys can do better

Ma
Review №3

I give them five stars because they had the exact one part that I needed. Supply chain issues are crushing this place. I dont think they had a single new Hobie Fishing Kayak in stock. The facility and parking is pretty average.

Ma
Review №4

If you want to rent or buy a high quality kayak this is the place to go. These guys are kayak gurus and they have everything you need to prepare you for your kayak adventure. From kayaks to all the necessary gear and hardware you may need, they have it all. The staff is very knowledgeable, professional, and best of all friendly. Highly recommended.

Cl
Review №5

Very helpful and informative about types experience with reliability and availability once they get some more shipments. He was very good at showing and discussing the options and models they can get for me. Just reading up on the models before ordering 2 for us.

Lo
Review №6

Purchased a anchor trolley for my kayak. Rico in your Houston store happily installed for me. They have my business for life. Thank you Rico!

Je
Review №7

The staff is very very nice and knowable about kayaks. They really took their time and were so patient with us! Best experience shopping in a long time :)

Ka
Review №8

Just bought two kayaks from ACK-Houston and highly recommend a visit here if you are looking, too! We found out about them at a Kayaking 101 event hosted by HTXoutdoors/Bayou City Outdoors. Took us a while to finally take the plunge, and when we did we came back here. We werent sure what we needed and had hoped to get some guidance. Bill helped us and we were not disappointed. He offered lots of advice and tips, and he helped us pick out two kayaks that we took out immediately after picking them up. Definitely perfect for us. Well be coming back for anything else we need!

Mi
Review №9

Be careful when ordering online. I was told the kayak I wanted was in stock and after a week I checked on the status and was told the kayak was out of stock. Noone bothered to call or text me.The same issue happened with a paddle also.

Fr
Review №10

Great selection, excellent customer service. These guys arent just salesman they live the sport

St
Review №11

Customer service sucks, staff not interested, complained to corporate so hope for improvement

De
Review №12

Get place. Really knowledgeable on the Kayak I was looking for. Rico was my sales associate.

Re
Review №13

I love the exceptional customer service!

Fr
Review №14

These guys were fabulous. Had a real malfunction with a piece of equipment that was added onto my kayak, not made by them but install by them on my Hobie pro angler 14. They were able to work their magic and when the manufacture of the piece of equipment wouldn’t stand behind their product they completely took care of me and went above and beyond expectations. I would highly recommend their knowledgeable, friendly, experienced staff to anybody considering a kayak.

Mi
Review №15

Last year I purchased my kayak from Austin Kayak. In the passed year I have purchase several related items. Austin Kayak has excellent customer service. I am thankful to have found a company I can trust.Than to all the employees at the Houston location.

Wi
Review №16

Friendly service

Da
Review №17

Best customer service ever! Very helpful.

Ju
Review №18

Excellent service, very knowledgeable staff, friendly and they dont push you into buying the most expensive stuff.

Au
Review №19

This place is great! I have never had an issue with anyone here except when I rent a kayak for a buddy coming into town. They arent quick to help you load and strap it down to make sure everything is good. Other than that they have hobies, which I bought from them back in March of 2016. They are friendly, and mostly willing to help or just talk fishing. Like your neighborhood bar without the alcohol.

Pa
Review №20

They are very friendly and helpful and tool get your answer to your need. Highly recommend

Jo
Review №21

Great kayak shop. Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Have a good selection of paddle sport stuff and even some pretty good deals. They have a lot of high-end merchendice and some mid range as well. They can get you outfitted for just about any paddle sport outing and seems like the staff are really into the sport as well. I would come back. They also have a pretty extensive selection online and do business across the country. So check that out first. Be forewarned, the neighborhood is not the best and the parking lot/ re-entry on to the road is a bit challenging.

Ca
Review №22

I always enjoy my visit with ack staff theyre knowledgeable healthful and kind.

Ra
Review №23

Picked up my 2019 Hobie Outback with some accessories. Friendly ^ very knowledgeable staff. Great place kayak related stuff

Ma
Review №24

The customer service out of this location is second to none! I live in Richmond but gladly drive over to this location for anything Kayak related. They stand behind their products and value their customers. Whenever I’m asked about a location to shop for kayaks and accessories I always refer to these guys.

Ch
Review №25

We got EXACTLY what we needed through the detailed help that Aaron provided with critical kayak accessories and the coaching that Ben gave us about how to load the boat on our jeep. Have attended two demo days and was at the store today because our special order boat had arrived for pick-up. Without the demo days, Im sure that many people would end up with the wrong thing. We sure would have. A great service they provide in giving people an opportunity to spend hours, if wanted, on the water testing and retesting until the right decision is made. I wish every shopping experience was this high quality!

Cp
Review №26

Great place for all your kayak needs. Good staff. Been doing business with them for several years.

Ja
Review №27

Guys were helpful pretty big selection of kayak gear, I like the place will be back for sure!

Ja
Review №28

Such an awesome store and amazingly cool staff! I got to hug a kayak today because its been a little while for me! I miss my Liquid Logic Freeride! Just check them out if you need gear, rentals, or just some good company to talk about boating with! Highly recommended.

Br
Review №29

Really friendly sales staff. Knew the equipment and very helpful.

Vi
Review №30

If youre into kayaking or kayak fishing, this is place should be familiar to you. Rented a yak. It was loaded onto my truck while I paid, inside. I noticed a hatch was.missing and pointed it out. The hatch was replaced and I was on my way.While fishing in the rented Predator PDL, the prop got tangled with braided line. Informed them and had no issues with returning the equipment.

ph
Review №31

Quality products at good prices. Knowledgeable staff who are friendly and helpful. Get on their mailing list and wait for their discounts.

wi
Review №32

Great friendly staff they were able to inform and explain in detail about kayaks cause I know nothing about them. Great customer service I will also attend the next demo day in September.

Ch
Review №33

Employees are helpful and friendly and patient. I came here two days in a row to look and ask questions with no problems, they have the best of kayaks and there accessories. Will be back.

Ch
Review №34

One of the only kayak specific shops in town. Its a cool little spot to stop by and talk yaks!

Ge
Review №35

Very helpful staff. after the Assistant Manager in Spring upset me enough to drive an extra 30 minutes, the staff at this store gave us great information. we will be buying all our equipment here even though the Spring store is closer.

Ke
Review №36

If youre in the market for a new kayak Austin Canoe & Kayak in Houston is the place to go. Aaron, Jack, Alex and Bill(William) are very knowledgeable and can answer any questions you may have. I attended their demo day and learned a lot about kayaks and kayaking. I was so amazed that I decided to purchase a Native Watercraft Titan 12. I would definitely recommend ACK of Houston for your kayaking needs!!!

Jo
Review №37

These guys are great! Knowledgeable staff which takes the time help you get exactly what you need. Always friendly!

Ja
Review №38

Great customer service!!! Top quality work on kayak installations.

Re
Review №39

Great selection, knowledgable and friendly staff. They know what theyre doing.

Sa
Review №40

These guys can customize any kayak. They put lights, a GPS system and marine mats for me. Flawless installation.

Mi
Review №41

Super helpful people, will be back soon

Ma
Review №42

I pre ordered a kayak from the Houston store six weeks ago. I contacted the store last week and was told it would be in store on August 30. I called today, the 29th, to make sure they weren’t delayed and was told they won’t even be shipped from the manufacturer until “Maybe” the 31st. Then I was told that “your not the only one waiting, we’ll let you know”. I get that ACK has no control over the manufacturer but even when I ordered the Kayak it seemed that I was more of a nuisance than anything. I’ve ordered online in the past and it was always a pleasant transaction even when something went wrong they were great. The Houston store has been a major letdown for me as far as customer service.The manager of both Houston area stores, Sean, contacted me immediately after I emailed customer service and he took care of the situation. The employee had the wrong information and the Kayak will be there when they originally told me. That was never my issue to begin with. I understand everybody has a bad day now and then and after speaking with Sean I feel better about the situation.

St
Review №43

Helpful staff and quality paddle craft for getting out to enjoy area waterways!

Se
Review №44

Convenient stop on the way down to Galveston.

Mi
Review №45

Great group of people at this store. They sell great product as well.

Tr
Review №46

Great people working there. Competitive pricing.

Ke
Review №47

Great guys who work here, lots of selections, i ordered a kayak and like 15 accessories, they were able to order everything i wanted and had it all ready way ahead of time for me to pickup, they helped load the kayak as well, great place to go. Will be back.

Ch
Review №48

Helpful courteous staff... Knowledgeable as well. Great experience.

Ke
Review №49

Awesome staff, always eager to help with any of your kayak and accessorie needs.

Ja
Review №50

Great kayak shop. Large selection of kaysks, parts & repair parts.

Ry
Review №51

Great gear for paddling sports with helpful people.

es
Review №52

My family and I were totally ignored, i get im a black man and maybe not many black men come in there,but never have i ever been treated like this..not even acknowledged as a customer..no one greeted us when we walked in the store..let alone while we looked around...they guy at the register didnt even look up..but they did help the guy that came in after us that didnt look like me(hint hint).i came in around 3:30 and stayed for about 15 minutes...so needless to say my family and i just left..the crazy thing is, i actually went to purchase a pilot....In the defense of the other staff that helped me the 1st time i visited were very helpful and made me fell very welcome..(thanks guys)...for not being at the houston boat show..because if i had gotten treated like that on the 1st visit, there never would have been a 2nd..this experience leaves me to wonder....is this the america i fought for..Wow guys...if you were on the clock at 3:30 to 3:45 today thanks for nothing..

Di
Review №53

Great place knowledgeable guys

Ri
Review №54

Been kayaking for Years . Sure there are cheaper Kayaks at Academy, but they are totally risky when fishing in Salt water . Been on several kayak fishing trips with guys who decided to buy a Kayak from Academy . I was kayaking with my Tarpon 160i and there was no comparison at all . Kayaks from Academy are no match to very reliable Kayaks from ACK . Try kayaking In high winds with a Academy Kayak . Your arms will feel like coming off after 30 minutes . Higher end Kayaks are worth every penny . I have purchased two from ACK that are for fishing in the Bays . I wouldnt put any of family and friends on cheap kayaks that are not sea Worthy . The guys from ACK know Kayaks, and are very helpful . Dont take a chance with a Cheap Kayak because its not worth a seriously bad day in the Bays . Tapron 160i has performed a 100% every time Ive been out in the water . Hope all thinking of Kayaking in the surrounding bays make the right choice when buying a Kayak .

Mi
Review №55

Customer service is top notch

ke
Review №56

Helpful staff, great selection of yaks.

da
Review №57

Great people definitely going back

Ju
Review №58

It is better to buy on their online page

Cl
Review №59

A complete stock of everything needed for kayaking in one location.

Da
Review №60

The guys there couldnt be more helpful!

Ke
Review №61

Great selections

Tr
Review №62

Great staff

Ra
Review №63

Staff is awesome

Be
Review №64

Very helpful

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4.8 Rating
  • Address:5822 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77081, United States
  • Site:http://austinkayak.com/
  • Phone:+1 713-660-7000
Categories
  • Boat dealer
  • Sporting goods store
  • Boat rental service
  • Camping store
  • Canoe & kayak store
  • Fishing store
  • Outdoor sports store
  • Store
Working hours
  • Monday:11:02AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–6PM
  • Thursday:10AM–6PM
  • Friday:10AM–6PM
  • Saturday:10AM–6PM
  • Sunday:10AM–5PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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