Woodlands Edge — Local services in Dahlonega

Came in to buy a self-inflating backpacking mattress, a very basic staple for anyone familiar with backpacking or back-country camping. I was looking for something along the lines of a Thermarest, a very high-quality, reliable product. The shopkeeper showed me the mattress. I asked she had one the was self-inflating, she said yes but it was in the back and she would have to go get it. The ones on display looked very cheaply made compared to the Thermarest and were not self-inflating. I figured the store seemed like a nice place, so I took her word for and paid almost $144.95 for the one she went in back and got, the "self-inflating" one. After climbing a steep mountain and completely winded, I took out the mattress. There was nothing self-inflating about it. Nowhere on the box did it say self-inflating. There was absolutely nothing to make them think that it was self-inflating. It was the same cheaply made blow up cushion that they had on display. I can't say how disappointed I am. Clearly they thought I was some dumb tourist they could take advantage of and never see again. I am utterly disgusted, I can't believe they thought it would be okay to take advantage of a customer like that, especially after being willing to pay their self-inflated prices, basically just to be nice. I trusted them to be knowledgeable, given that they run a mountain equipment store. There is nothing worse than greed and incompetence, especially when they are together. Reputable outdoor stores like REI and Hudson Trail Outfitters would never sell these products and only carry reliable brands like Thermarest and other comparable products. The products Woodlands Edge sells useless are entirely useless and basically amount to little more than a...

If you are looking for a great outdoor clothing and backpacking shop, don’t miss the opportunity to check out Woodlands Edge on the Square in Downtown Dahlonega (next door to Crimson Moon). They have an excellent line of gear by the top of the line outdoor product manufacturers, including: Patagonia, Mountain Hardware, Lowa, Big Agnes, Lafuma, Thermarest, MSR, Granite Gear, MountainSmith, Gregory, Camelback, Keen, Merrell, Montrail, and Columbia (did I leave anybody out?). I have purchased numerous pieces of backpacking gear at this shop and have found it to be a cool place to stop in for a visit. It’s also about the only place I know in North Georgia that stocks and sells Lowa boots. Thanks for your...

Wasn't allowed in store since my husband and I had drinks... Mind you, the drinks had lids, and straws. We were offered a place to leave them at the front of the store, at the doors, which is crazy because anyone can put whatever they want in your drink, or touch it, or whatever else. The lady was nice enough, and said they have had spills in the past. I get it, and don't at the same time. We are really bummed since we are avid hikers/outdoorsmen, we were really looking forward to checking out the...