"Honey, pack up the mini espresso machine in the Range Rover, we're going camping!" They climbed down from the rainy Northwest U.S. to bring their sportier-than-thou attitude to Gateway strip mall in our own northwest quadrant. That said, those gearhead boys and strappin' gals who comprise the gregarious staff at REI can pitch our tents anytime. For that alone, they should get a prize. Our beloved locals Whole Earth Provision Co. made a strong showing in second, and your vote for Best Sporting Goods, Academy, takes third.
