Sporting Goods near Hopkinton, RI

“Bea Smith was one of the best decisions I made years ago when I took my position at the Briarwood Community in Worcester. There is an incredible selection of Alfred Dunner and other brands that my residents love. The accessories are always fun and unique .The sweaters, nightwear and jackets are all very popular. Ray Smith is a true gentleman. He's very helpful with sizes and extremely patient. I love that if he does not have your size, he will order it and send it to you. I referred him to my mom's retirement community in NJ and now, at 99 1/2, she is still a loyal Bea Smith shopper. As soon as Ray leaves the residents want to know the date he is coming back so they can get it on their calendars. It does not get better that that! Anita Thomas PR/Community Outreach Director The Briarwood Community 65 Briarwood Circle Worcester, MA 01606”

“Wow!! What service. Ordered on 5/4, received on 5/6. Outstanding service! My granddaughter needed a new glove, wish she had told me sooner. Right hand gloves are hard to come by this late in spring. But you had one, and delivered in two days. Like I said, outstanding service. Thank you and your team.”

“Avie’s is a fully stacked, all season, ski/board/sports outdoor recreation shop. It has everything you need for winter sports. Specific to winter sports, it offers services like tuning, repair, and adjustments of skis/boards, rental & leasing programs, and a plethora of winter items to choose from.

I’ve been skiing seasonably, and now more consistently, for 10+ years but still don’t own my own pair. I got a pair of end of season rental skis for a great deal but after skiing in CO and talking with some experts, I became fascinated and curious of the tech aspects as well. This is where employees Barry & Alex come into play. Barry only started skiing 4 months ago and is sending Blacks. His buddy Alex started skiing at 5y/o and started snowboarding at 10y/o. Both are very knowledgeable and have, pretty much, tested all the skis in the shop so they know which ones offer a smooth ride and can help guide you in the right direction. I have a better understanding of what the tech specs (numbers) mean and I’m extremely appreciative of their help.

If you ever go to Avie’s, I recommend being curious, and striking up a conversation with either of these fellas if they’re in. Definitely worth a chat. Thanks for the insight and the ski wax!”

“I've worked there 19 years. Some of the hardest days I've ever worked, to but also some of the funnest times I've ever had. I will always cherish the time I worked there.”