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KayakHub
13807 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33635, United States
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Review β„–1

Id give this place way more stars if I could. Bought my kayaks here and I couldnt be happier. Daniel definitely goes above and beyond to help and overall is awesome. He made the whole process smooth. ❀️ Ill be back again and again for sure. 😁

ch
Review β„–2

I cant say enough positive things about this place. Amazing customer service to start with and very knowledgeable about their products. Every question I had was responded with a honest answer. I live in Springhill, FL but that hour drive is worth it. They have a kayak lending service which a nice try before you buy as well.

B
Review β„–3

I have visited three times to browse and buy accessories. Bought my Vibe Shearwater at Kayak Hub. They were very busy but took the time to review the whole kayak with me and helped with loading. Very honest and helpful. Prices are competitive. I cant think of a negative thing to say, except for...I wish they were closer to my house and they need a bigger parking lot.

Je
Review β„–4

Lot of selection of great kayaks which is a blessing during this time. Very nice guys running it. Great prices. Very happy with our purchase. They also have a military discount including for veterans.

mo
Review β„–5

Nice shop with a great selection. I was working with Daniel the owner extremely knowledgeable and very helpful. Before you buy anything you should visit his shop!!!

Na
Review β„–6

Great place to buy, view and try out kayaks or paddle boards. The people running it has great knowledge about kayaks. They lets try out a ck1 to see if it is what we want.

Th
Review β„–7

Dont be intimidated. Super friendly yak enthusiasts. I came up from Sarasota to buy a trailer. Visited muliple places and these guys were the only ones that treated me respectfully. No pressure. Just good advice. Bob was terrific. Thanks guys.

Me
Review β„–8

Oh my goodness! What an amazing experience!! I just bought a kayak for my husband as a surprise and Daniel was super helpful with all the details that I needed to know. He spent alot of time with me and I was very appreciative. He is the opitimy of customer service! I will be going back to purchase me a kayak next and telling all my friends about The Kayak Hub.

Fl
Review β„–9

Great and friendly atmosphere. Would highly recommend, if youre looking for a good kayak.

Ma
Review β„–10

My wife and I bought two kayaks here a couple weeks ago. Daniel helped me in the store and was extremely knowledgeable on both their products, and their store policies. He was able to direct me to the kayaks that best suited my needs, and what sales they had going on at the time. He was even able to deliver them SAME DAY!We have used them a couple times, and have thoroughly enjoyed being out on the water. The kayaks are a great way to spend time on the water and get exercise during the pandemic while keeping social distancing.I highly recommend going here and looking through their stock for the right kayak for you!

Te
Review β„–11

I highly recommend Kayak Hub. They can help you determine the best options for you based on your preferences and capabilities. Daniel is very knowledgeable and friendly. I purchased a Crescent Ultralight and absolutely love it. 😎

Jo
Review β„–12

Excellent guys to work with and super knowledgeable. Thanks!

Ma
Review β„–13

Professional is a understatement. We wanted to purchase another tandem kayak to take our clients out. The staff at the Kayak Hub took their time to ensure we choose the kayak that would fit our needs best. They are very competitive with price and above and beyond with customer service. You will not be disappointed by shopping with them.

Ri
Review β„–14

I had a great experience at kayak hub. Daniel and the staff are great and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!!!

no
Review β„–15

All I can say is wow. The customer service level here is amazing. The people actually care about the customer. Ordered marine mat for my sw125. Pieces where missing. Contacted them and they apologized and got right on it to make it right. Got me the missing pieces. Wasnt there fault the 3rd party missed some pieces. Such amazing team here and people. Wish I could give them a 100 stars. Will be buying strictly from this store for all my yak needs. You should definitely buy here.

Je
Review β„–16

Top notch shop and staff! I work in the kayak industry as a tour guide. Kayak Hub has been a great help to me over the past couple months. I have purchased two kayaks from them and have had a positive experience buying both. I will continue to shop Kayak hub for all my boat and accessory needs.Both Bob and Daniel provided great service while being friendly. I have seen them provide the same level of service with everyone who walks in to Kayak Hub. Don’t bother trying other shops. This is the only one you need!!

Bu
Review β„–17

The staff at this Kayak store was incredible. They answered all of my questions, and I had a lot. If peripheral items were needed, there was no pressure to.purchase from them. Their prices are also very competitive. I highly recommend this place to get a kayak and if I need something else, or advice, I will be back.

ke
Review β„–18

After some online research, I called Dan at the Kayak Hub to see if he was still open (with CV19) and if I could come by to check out a fishing Vibe Sea Ghost 110. He said he just got a new shipment in. Score! Dan incredibly helpful, explaining everything about the Ghost and the accessories I would need--and at a decent price! Dan even helped me load it and showed me how to properly tie it off. I have never had such an positive experience in a store! I highly, highly recommend Kayak Hub!!! Great prices! Great help! For Vibe kayaks, right now there is a $100 manufacturer discount! Oh, also, Vibe kayaks have a lifetime warranty! If you have a problem, Dan said, Come on in and Ill either fix it or replace it! It doesnt get any better than that!

ri
Review β„–19

First time kayak owner, staff did a great job helping us out from purchasing to securing it to our SUV. Would recommend kayakhub to anyone buying a quality kayak for the first time. Broke our Crescent Crew in right away with a trip to Caladesi.

Am
Review β„–20

Friendly and knowledgeable staff with a lot of options in stock.

Re
Review β„–21

Seriously an amazing shop. Daniel was a rockstar and let me product demo same-day with incredibly friendly service.Super knowledgeable and an absolute pleasure to deal with.My only complaint is that I dont live close enough to do business there more frequently. Love my new kayak!

Pa
Review β„–22

Theyve got some nice yaks in there and Dan is very informative.

Bi
Review β„–23

Great experience, no pressure, but great advice on a potential Kayak purchase..super nice great selection as well....I will definitely do business again in the future πŸ˜€

Mi
Review β„–24

Highly recommend this place for all of your kayak needs. Dan (Owner) and Bob (GM) are both extremely friendly and helpful. I bought my new kayak from this place and couldnt be happier. This is saying a lot as I am usually a stickler when it comes to customer service. I was allowed to demo different boats so I could make the best decision for me concerning my new purchase. I feel very confident that if I ever have an issue with my boat, these guys will be there for me. Cant say enough about this place and the people working there.

Ka
Review β„–25

Great advices for your next kayak adventure!

Ba
Review β„–26

Had a great experience here. I went in to see in person some of the new kayaks on the market. They have a nice selection and very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Bob Hopkins, answered my many questions very cheerfully. Id not really understood how the YakAttack rail system for accessories worked. They are YakAttack dealers and have every possible item for the YakAttack systems. I totally get it now! Great place to visit to see and purchase the new and improved kayaks on the market!

Br
Review β„–27

The thing I loved about Kayak Hub was that the people who helped me, genuinely seemed to love kayaking and also wanted you to love it as well. There was no pressure to buy, there was just an honest feeling of them wanting to help me find a kayak that would suit my needs. And if I ever end up getting a third one, I will definitely come back here! Great experience! And thank you Daniel for helping me get my new kayak set up right :)

M
Review β„–28

Friendly and knowledgeable. Great selection

Ch
Review β„–29

Great place had 2 of 3 kayaks i was needing in stock. Small wait in third will be back for sure.

He
Review β„–30

Great guys!! Very knowledgeable, honest and helpful. We had to wait because they were out of stock for a couple months but we finally got our Shearwater kayaks 😁.

Gr
Review β„–31

First they are very nice people, and are very knowledgeable about kayaks and local spots to hit. They also have a huge selection of Kayaks & accessories, as well as some fishing tackle. I rather support local shops than buy online, and they make it easy because the prices are similar-within a couple bucks-less if you have to pay shipping.

Cr
Review β„–32

Ive had a great experience dealing with Bob @ Kayak Hub this past week. I emailed back and forth with him on Sunday about a few of his Crescent Kayaks and decided upon the SUP+ which he had in stock, in the color I was looking for. I made the two hour drive over to his shop to pick it up on Wednesday and everything was ready to go when I arrived. His well stocked shop has everything you could need to kayaking and setting up a kayak for fishing.I also needed a paddle and some straps, Bob went over the entire lineup of paddles and explained the pros/cons and pricing for everything. We loaded everything up on my car and I headed 5 minutes down the road to Double Branch to fish for a couple hours.Im happy to support small business, especially those that are well stocked with inventory and provide exemplary customer service. I can highly recommend Bob and Kayak Hub for your kayak and kayak fishing needs, its well worth the drive even if youre not local.

da
Review β„–33

Made a quick stop just to see what they had at the store, as I recently purchased a kayak. The gentleman was incredibly nice and welcoming and gave me lots of information. Definitely recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their kayaks.

br
Review β„–34

Great customer service, very knowledgeable and just all around friendly!

At
Review β„–35

We bought two kayaks here and love them! Dan is extremely helpful, answers all our questions and is a wealth of knowledge. Fantastic customer service!

Da
Review β„–36

Did a great job repairing my kayak. Bob was great to work with. It would have been five stars but I think the price was a little high for what was done. All in all, I am happy and most important I am back on the water.

Va
Review β„–37

I placed an order for my kayak, it did take time for it to come. The person whom we placed an order with stated that it could take between 6-8 weeks due to high demand. It came almost nine weeks later, but Im telling you its worth the wait. The one I got is a Crescent Ultra Light.This company, KayakHub, is honest, true to their word and has integrity.There were people wanting to pay more than what the kayak was selling for, but if a kayak was already sold to a customer based on an order, they will hold onto the kayak for the intended customer.

Do
Review β„–38

Best Kayak shop!! They sell quality products at fair prices because their passion is kayaking. The owner wants you to love kayaking as much as he does!

Em
Review β„–39

If I could give more stars, I would. We stopped in a few months back to check out the Vibe Shearwater and I was very impressed with the service. They are very knowledgeable, offer some upgrades but arent at all pushy. We picked up our kayak today and the experience was exactly the same. Super friendly, offered some great fishing tips and advice on what mods to start with. Well definitely be back when its time for our 2nd kayak.

To
Review β„–40

Daniel and Bob have taken spectacular care of me and my ever growing kayaking adventures. From helping give advice on kayaks, accessories, and fishing lures/tackle, but also pointing me to good spots to find redfish and snook. These guys are the best in the business. 100% recommend!

At
Review β„–41

We just got our Yaks! Extremely helpful and helped us find the best deals for accessories! Very knowledgeable!! Thank you!

Ke
Review β„–42

Very helpful and knowledgeable staff and willing to go the extra mile

Du
Review β„–43

Daniel over at kayak hub is always helpful. I only go to this store for my kayak needs. Local shop close to my house and an awesome vibe dealer who has lots of knowledge of there product. Make sure to stop by, they’ll help you out πŸ€™πŸΌ

Ju
Review β„–44

Awesome customer service

Ra
Review β„–45

This is the best place to buy a kayak. DANIEL is the best. Knows kayaks and what would be best for you and helps get into the right one for youI have gotten 2 from him and looking to get a 3rd. Another type of kayak Then Ill be setThank you Daniel

Wa
Review β„–46

This is the best one stop shop that I have found hands down. Daniel not only provides knowledge about all his products, but also the honesty and genuine caring of life on the water that is lost in todays businesses. It is not just another sale when you walk in these doors.

Re
Review β„–47

I have dreamed of this day where I got to go and purchase my kayak! After all the research, I knew exactly what I wanted. Made the trip, purchased my dream and Daniel was able to deliver same day!He showed up at my house. Answered all questions and was exceptionally professional!I am thrilled to be a Vibe Sea Ghost owner!

Je
Review β„–48

Daniel was extremely helpful in my search for a tandem kayak. we originally went to Kayak Hub before the holidays and unfortunately they did not have any in stock. He provided us with all the information and offered us a few discounts if we were willing to wait for when the kayaks were back in stock. Upon receipt, he messaged us, advising us that the kayaks were now in stock. He kept his word on the discounts previously discussed. He was not pushy like most salesmen. We were allowed to shop without that lingering person on your shoulder. Im addition to his customer service, he was extremely knowledgeable about the sport and the additions we were interested in. This allowed us to feel more confident in such a big purchase. We look forward to our continued business relationship and are very excited to get our new Toy out on the water.

Ti
Review β„–49

Very knowledgeable and friendly. They have a nice selection of kayaks.

Wi
Review β„–50

Great customer service. Daniel was awesome to work with. Got us into a great kayak that day for a fair price. Didn’t try to nickel and dime us into getting upgrades we didn’t need and had everything we needed available. Also shared some good local places to go out on the water. Will definitely come back for any of our other kayaking needs.

Sc
Review β„–51

Daniel was great. worked out a fair deal on a PA14 and offered to deliver it south of Ft Myers at a very fair price. Walked me through the boat and offered some great tips moving forward. I wouldnt hesitate to purchase another boat from KayakHub. Outstanding job Daniel. Really appreciate the effort and communication.

Da
Review β„–52

I was steered to a Vibe 10 Yellowfin, with which I am very happy, rather than what I thought I wanted. Needed something almost 1/2 weight of Hobie Outback which I loved but couldnt handle anymore. Was allowed to water test it in nearby bay at low tide. Brought myself and yak back coated with mud. No problem. Came back a week later and purchased it and paddle. I water moor on St. Joe Bay near causeway and fish in somewhat sheltered waters. Its stable enough and tracks well--but I miss pedals.

Ma
Review β„–53

Very knowledgeable helpful people and great deals on everyday and performance kayaks.Accessories repairs parts and even rentals.

St
Review β„–54

Great guys very nice inventory of kayaks and accessories blessed me with what I needed to get out fishing thanks you guys!!

An
Review β„–55

This place is awesome.. The personnel here are awesome honest and super friendly. You can tell they truly care for you not just to make a sale love it recommend it and will come back

Ba
Review β„–56

My husband and I purchased the Vibe 100 and 120 today and launched on the Hillsborough River. Kayaks performed perfectly. Customer service is outstanding. Thank you Daniel.

ke
Review β„–57

Great people, products, and service!

Ju
Review β„–58

Just bought a Solo Skiff from Kayak Hub and couldnt be more pleased. Daniel took great care of me and made sure I left with everything I needed. Great guy. Would recommend this shop to anyone looking into Kayaks especially the Solo Skiff. Thanks Daniel!

Gu
Review β„–59

I could not be any happier with my experience at the Kayak Hub. They guys there are extremely helpful and have good attitudes with the knowledge you need to make a good decision. I ended up buying 2 kayaks from them one for my girlfriend and one for me and couldnt be anymore happy with them. We had them in the water and enjoying the day in no time the same day. The prices were fair the products are quality and they even threw in some free gear with my purchase. I definitely recommend them for anyone looking for a kayak

St
Review β„–60

Drove down to KayakHub yesterday from central FL to meet Daniel. I ended up purchasing a Vibe Seaghost 130 with a couple of accessories. He’s very knowledgeable with an all around awesome store set up. I took it out fishing today for the first time and couldn’t be happier with my decision. Highly recommend. Thanks again!

Ja
Review β„–61

Popped in for some new carbon fiber paddles. They had just what I needed.

An
Review β„–62

Came here to purchase a 2019 Galaxy SeaGhost 130. Daniel was very helpful and informative on any kayak related topic. I asked a few questions related to paddles and he answered all of them while also letting me get a feel for the paddles in person. Customer service here is top-notch and better than any service I have ever received from any retail store. I will be coming here for all my future Kayak needs.

St
Review β„–63

Owner was very knowledgeable and has great customer servers. Bought the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 and couldnt be more pleased. Dan is a great guy and took good care of us! Thanks a bunch!!

Ga
Review β„–64

After a lot of research I spoke to Dan on Saturday and got a really good Vibe from him...no pun intended! Visited the shop on Sunday and his father Tim was extremely helpful. Left with a Yellow 100 and a Sea Ghost 110 and cannot wait to get them wet! Thank you Tim and Dan on your excellent customer service!! Gary and Barbara Brown

Mo
Review β„–65

We visited a few times before making our final decision. Daniel was so helpful, kind and patient with us while we asked a lot of questions. Ended up buying the yellowfin 100 and he showed us how to tie it up on our truck. Definitely great place to get a kayak especially for first timers like us.

Ja
Review β„–66

I recently bought 2 kayaks from here and the staff are very helpful. And Daniel the owner has been great help with the whole process. We have also ordered some accessories for the two kayaks and he helped with giving his recommendations on what to get for your buck. I definitely recommend them for all of your kayak needs.

di
Review β„–67

My husband and i just bought two kayaks from Kayak Hub and we couldnt be happier! The kayaks are perfect, and we were able to pick them up and literally drop them in the water and go fishing! Daniel is super accomodating, and we worked with his dad a lot who is very knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience easy.Thank you guys.

Hy
Review β„–68

Purchased a solo skiff from Kayak hub. The service and information provided was great. They even helped me out and delivered the skiff to my house all the way in St. Petersburg which is very much appreciated and saves me a return trip. I will return with future business.

JC
Review β„–69

I know most people dont come here to rent kayaks but it was awesome to have that opportunity to do so be fore buying. I am happy to know for sure that my next kayak will be a sea ghost for comfortable ride for myself and my dog. Incredible service and amazing products!

Mi
Review β„–70

I went to every place in the greater Tampa area that dealed in Kayaks. Some had great selections and some had almost nothing, but Daniel and his guys at Kayak Hub had it all. Great selection of kayaks AND accessories. The customer service was amazing and they spent at least an hour or two just walking me around and answering my questions about what I need and options. Once the commitment was made, they helped set me up in a beautiful Vibe SeaGhost 130 and EVERYTHING I needed. I didn’t have to go anywhere else, not even for one thing! Thanks Daniel for everything. Here is a pic of my first fish in my new Yak.

Do
Review β„–71

Always happy to shop here! Daniel makes sure you feel welcome in his store and,unlike many businesses these days, you will never get the vibe that you are just some transaction

MI
Review β„–72

Enthusiastic, knowledgeable staff made purchase enjoyable. Felt like they are more consultant than sales

Ki
Review β„–73

This guy knows his stuff. He’ll guide you in the right direction if there’s any doubts. And we got a really great deal on the vibe fishing kayak. Would buy from again!

ju
Review β„–74

Daniel was super helpful and knowledgable. Great products and awesome customer service. Will highly recommend buying a kayak from this place.

Ju
Review β„–75

My friend and I traveled from the Kissimmee area to pick up a kayak last night. Daniel was very helpful in working out a deal on a vibe sea ghost 130 and accessories. It was a drive, but with the friendly service, and Daniels recommendations and expertise, it was absolutely worth it! 5 star customer service for sure πŸ™‚ my friend was super pleased with his new kayak

Be
Review β„–76

If your into kayaking or fishing and better both this is the spot to go. I have been an avid kayak fisherman for years and Daniel has great knowledge of his yaks and has great deals. Keep it local awesome service!

Me
Review β„–77

Clean and well stocked

Pa
Review β„–78

Just stopped in to check them out. Very friendly and took the time to show what he had and answer my questions. Loads of yak trak accessories

Do
Review β„–79

Great prices and kayak s

Je
Review β„–80

I rented two kayaks for myself and my 9 year old son to do some fishing in St. Joseph Sound. The kayaks performed great and Daniel went above and beyond in providing excellent service at great prices.We are returning soon to purchase new kayaks for the entire family. We highly recommend this local gem.

Ja
Review β„–81

Staff was very knowledgeable and helpful. Products are great!!! Support local.

kr
Review β„–82

Lots to see. Staff answered questions ans was very knowledgeable. Place needs a bigger sign, I actually drove by and had to do a uturn in busy traffic.

F8
Review β„–83

Daniel and his crew are amazing, really got me what i wanted and didn’t try to push other items like anywhere else I’ve been. Great crew give him a shot you won’t regret it

An
Review β„–84

Very nice show room and the staff was welcoming

Je
Review β„–85

Daniel was very helpful and informative!

Da
Review β„–86

Great experience here at Kayak Hub. Daniel went above and beyond to help me get my kayak and even helped me load it up and strap it down.

Th
Review β„–87

Daniel is very helpful and knowledgeable!! Great to work with.. And local small business owner!

MI
Review β„–88

Awesome place to get an amazing Kayak!

Be
Review β„–89

Great service!!! Love the kayak and great people!! Would recommend!

Ka
Review β„–90

Terrific customer service and very knowledgeable!!

St
Review β„–91

Not much there not worth the drive

Br
Review β„–92

Great service and awesome kayaks

Sh
Review β„–93

Dans the man!

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4.9 Rating
  • Address:13807 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33635, United States
  • Site:http://thekayakhub.com/
  • Phone:+1 813-368-7637
Categories
  • Canoe & kayak store
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–4PM
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:9AM–5PM
  • Saturday:9AM–5PM
  • Sunday:9AM–5PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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