nschuman 0 Posted September 23, 2004 Share Posted September 23, 2004 know of any or all decent snowboard/skiing shops in the Aichi area? Thanks! Link to post Share on other sites
Miltie 0 Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 There are many decent paces to buy winter sports equipment around the Nagoya area. What type of stuff are you looking for? Link to post Share on other sites
nschuman 0 Posted September 24, 2004 Author Share Posted September 24, 2004 Specifically, I'm looking for Ride snowboards... so I'm trying to find some small snowboard specialty shops that might carry the line. I've been to the big sports authority, himaraya and sports depot stores and they seem to really concentrate on two brands: Burton and Kissmark. Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 search ride japan Link to post Share on other sites
sakebomb 0 Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 If I remember correctly the local Sports Alpen stocked Ride boards+ bindings last year! At the moment all they have is Burton & Kissmark on display. You could try them a bit later...!! Link to post Share on other sites
nschuman 0 Posted September 24, 2004 Author Share Posted September 24, 2004 I tried to search ride japan; they have an office in Tokyo, but that's it... no website, no store locators. Thanks for the sports alpen idea, I'll check it out. Link to post Share on other sites
Miltie 0 Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 Mr. Squirrel, Where are you located in Aichi? Alpen Sports has a small surf/skate/snowboard shop in Midori-ku area of Nagoya that used to carry Ride brand. Haven't been there in a while so not sure if they still have any. I can get the phone number or address if you want it. Also, ASR in the Parco Mall (downtown near Yaba-cho station) may have some as well. They are a surf/skate/snowboard shop that is part of the Minami Sports chain. You might give them a look. There is a big shop in Toyohashi called Shock Wave that supposedly sells Ride. Never been there so I can't confirm. May stop there on Saturday if I head down that way to go surfing. As you mentioned, Burton and Kissmark are big in Japan. Most of the bigger stores carry them because majority of mainstream buyers are familiar with those names. I purchase most of my boards and related gear at specialty shops or online (from the US). The prices at some specialty shops can be very steep unless you pick up an older model. Also, many specialty shops here would be happy to order what you want but expect to pay full retail. I can recommend a few shops if you want. Let me know if you want more info. Take care, Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 at a shop here i found ride models no4 le blanc pro dh 84000 to 61000 Link to post Share on other sites
nschuman 0 Posted September 24, 2004 Author Share Posted September 24, 2004 Miltie, I live in Nishi-ku about 5 minutes from Nagoya Station, so it's easy for me to get around town. I'll check out the two Alpen stores that I know of... thanks for the lead on the one in midori-ku. I checked out ASR in Parco the other day... but it doesn't have what I'm looking for. When you purchase online from the U.S., how much do the companies charge for overseas shipping? I was thinking of going online (I buy books and video games from the states) but I'm a bit wary about something as expensive as a snowboard. Are my worries justified? If you could recommend a few more shops (both online and here in Aichi) that would be great. Thanks again in advance! Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted September 25, 2004 Share Posted September 25, 2004 figure 200 shipping from the states. Link to post Share on other sites
nschuman 0 Posted September 26, 2004 Author Share Posted September 26, 2004 Checked out a Sports Alpen just west of the Towers today and they don't have any winter sports equipment out yet... Link to post Share on other sites
JellyBelly 1 Posted September 26, 2004 Share Posted September 26, 2004 Surely they do by now... that really surprises me. Link to post Share on other sites
Miltie 0 Posted October 5, 2004 Share Posted October 5, 2004 Mr. Squirrel, What model and length are you looking for? I checked out Shock Wave in Toyohashi on Saturday. They have a few Ride boards but very short (like 140 to 145cm). For online ordering check out www.the-house.com or www.rei.com Both have a selection of Ride boards. Not sure what they would charge for shipping. Usually have my stuff shipped to US address then shipped here. My company covers shipping from US so I have no clue about cost (sorry). Another couple shops in Nagoya to check out are Himaraya Sports downtown (near Yaba-cho between Matsuzakaya and The Loft - across from Starbucks). Also you might check Victoria Sports on Hirokogi-dori near Shin-Sakae station. Most stores should be putting out the winter stuff soon. Good luck! Link to post Share on other sites
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