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| - Decathlon has arrived! A first for Canada, located in Brossard's Champlain Mall, this French sporting good giant boasts 65,000 sq foot of space and goods dedicated to over 65 different types of sports.
The large store offers very affordable quality equipment and sports wear for the whole family. Unlike their competitors (Sports Expert, Mec, Sail etc), Decathlon's items are all from their own private label brand which help keeps their prices low. Impressively, there are many experimential areas used for testing out their products. You can play with the equipment, there is even a gym and virtual reality area to immerse yourself "outdoors".
If you are tired from shopping, come relax at the in-store coffee shop, there is a food struck offering small treats too.
The concept is very unique and the experience is engaging. Similar to big chains like Ikea or Costco that let you try their products- Decathlon has everything on display and a great return policy. Sign up for their free membership so that all your purchases are recorded and you never have to worry about losing a receipt.
There is equipment and clothing for a range of activities you wouldn't find everywhere, such as equestrianism, gymnastics, ballet, sailing, fishing or hunting however you do not need to be engaged in any sports to shop here.
If you need a rain jacket, coat, sunglasses or hats for summer, a new bathing suit, sneakers or just a backpack for school, look no further!
The only drawback - if you are plus sized, there won't be any clothes for you here. The sizing is European which can translate to small, with their shoes too. And although much of their clothing is cheap (like $3 tees), it is usually because the fabric is very thin. Still some great deals to be found and it is the perfect place to try a new sport or activity since it is so much more affordable than elsewhere (ex: big range of bicycles for all levels).
Come one come all, there is plenty of parking and it's also very accesible by public transit as the mall is right next to the bus terminal.
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