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8 Places Around Sanibel & Captiva Islands To Shop For The Best Outdoor Gear

Aug 16, 2018 01:30PM ● By Emma Eldridge
Looking for some gear for your outdoor adventures? We've compiled a list of the best local places in and around Sanibel & Captiva Island to shop for all of your outdoor gear.

Biking

Whether you are wanting to rent a bike for the weekend, get a bike of your own, or add some gear to your current collection, we recommend that you check out these bike shops.

Billys Bike Shop - Sanibel FL

Billy’s Bike Shop - Sanibel, FL

Local owners Billy & Salli established the Bike Shop over a decade ago. Billy first established a business on Sanibel in the 1980’s offering beach chairs umbrellas and bicycles at man... Read More » 

Finnimores Cycle Shop - Sanibel FL

Finnimores Cycle Shop - Sanibel, FL

Finnimore’s Bike and Beach Rental is the place for all your biking and beach rental needs. Family owned and operated on Sanibel Island since 1985, we pride ourselves on providing courteou... Read More » 

 

Fishing

Are you into bait, spin, or fly-fishing? Or maybe all of the above? Great! We've got you covered with these shops that specialize in all of the above!

Whitneys Bait  Tackle - Sanibel FL

Whitney's Bait & Tackle - Sanibel, FL

Welcome and thank you for visiting Whitney’s Bait & Tackle, we are an enthusiastic group of anglers and sportsmen that pride ourselves on offering the best fishing advice, bait, how-t... Read More » 

Norm Zeiglers Fly Shop - Sanibel Island FL

Norm Zeigler's Fly Shop - Sanibel Island, FL

Norm Zeigler's Fly Shop (Norm Zeigler's Fly, Bait, and Tackle Shop, L.L.C.) is located on Sanibel Island, Florida, the site of some of the world's best saltwater fly fishing. Unlike many ... Read More » 


Watersports

The number of watersports possible on our islands is just about endless! These shops have everything you could possibly need for your water adventures, including apparel for all styles and ages. Just make sure to tell them that we sent you.

Sanibel Surf Shop - Sanibel Island  FL

Sanibel Surf Shop - Sanibel Island , FL

Our flagship store is located in Sanibel at Jerry’s Shopping Center. Sanibel Surf Shop is undeniably the islands most unique, "Everything Under the Sun” beach outfitter. Tee shirts, sweat... Read More »  

YOLO Watersports Inc - Captiva FL

YOLO Watersports, Inc. - Captiva, FL

YOLO Watersports provides all the fun you’ll need on Captiva Island. Waverunner Excursions & Rentals, Parasailing, Flyboarding, Scoot Coupes, Motor Scooters, Bicycles for the entire ... Read More » 

Coastal Outfitters - Captiva FL

Coastal Outfitters - Captiva, FL

Coastal Outfitters is a luxury boutique with three locations throughout Southwest Florida that sells performance outdoor gear, including performance wear, resort wear, fishing tackle and ... Read More » 

 

Landsports

We haven't forgotten about you land lovers. This shop has you covered!

The Run Shoppe - Cape Coral FL

The Run Shoppe - Cape Coral, FL

The Run Shoppe is to provide the customer with personalized attention in finding the right footwear selection for the individual needs. Our staff will discuss injuries and inconsistenc... Read More » 



As always, if we're missing any of your favorites, tell us in the comments below!