johnnypowder Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Don't know if you heard or not but Pete and Karen are retiring. Their location will become the 6th store for Buckman's in time for the coming winter. Morning Call article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ride Delaware ? Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 I think its always sad to see a family run business shut down, but their reasons seem noble enough. I was a shopper at the Quakertown Nestor's and really enjoyed going to the place... I was really disappointed when it shut down. However, I noticed over the years that it seemed to lose its focus and cut out some of the variety. All in all, I will miss the shop, but I think Buckman's will be an excellent addition. They have some great deals, especially when it comes to lift ticket vouchers and coupons, and a great selection of gear... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadows Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 (edited) i wouldnt have given that shit to junior either seriously though thats sad. i was gonna try and get a new pair of boots before i moved but guess thats not gonna happen. never been to buckmans but i hear its good. although people say christys is good too. monopoly of ski shops in CO. Edited April 5, 2011 by JiveTurkey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadows Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 will there be a partaaaaaay? will there be a partaaaaaay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast21602 Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 finally becomes public... just glad there will still be something in the area besides armynavy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n0xidee Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 but army navy has sweet burton snowboards for like $75!!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadows Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 maybe blue will actually get a legit shop sponsor now. army/navy? really guys? youre just giving them more knife and guns and carhatt sales. who brings a crossbow skiing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 who brings a crossbow skiing? easy way to control gapers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justo8484 Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Army Navy...Sports Authority...Sports Chalet...Dicks. you're one for four there. army navy is not a ski shop, as much as they might like to think they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnyv11 Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Sucks to see this I was going to get a new pair of boots there based on some peoples recommendations. Oh well I guess i'll have to find somewhere else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 i wouldnt have given that shit to junior either seriously though thats sad. i was gonna try and get a new pair of boots before i moved but guess thats not gonna happen. never been to buckmans but i hear its good. although people say christys is good too. monopoly of ski shops in CO. I have never heard anyone say christy's is good. Colorado Ski and Golf/Boulder Ski Deals is pretty awesome though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbike-ski Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 this is Pennsyltucky plenty of people buy their ski gear at Army Navy..anyway I bought my jacket and boots at Nestors but online is crushing the brick and mortar retailers. there ya go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadows Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 (edited) Sucks to see this I was going to get a new pair of boots there based on some peoples recommendations. Oh well I guess i'll have to find somewhere else. i mean, buckmans taking over nestors is still going to be the best shop around what else is there? I have never heard anyone say christy's is good. Colorado Ski and Golf/Boulder Ski Deals is pretty awesome though meant more along the lines of shop locations. christys blows but i used to work at the dillon local. terrible shop, usually chill employees. buckmans is like the only legit shop in this area now. this is Pennsyltucky plenty of people buy their ski gear at Army Navy.. that was my point. Edited April 5, 2011 by JiveTurkey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justo8484 Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 this is Pennsylvania plenty of people buy their ski gear at Army Navy..anyway I bought my jacket and boots at Nestors but online is crushing the brick and mortar retailers. what happened when you bought your boots online? then what happened when you bought your boots in a shop? did your skiing improve? i'm as guilty as anyone for buying stuff online (chainlove is my go-to for bike gear) and i work at a shop, but there's some things that, regardless how good the price might seem online, are not worth buying online. we're (PASR users) also generally a lot more educated about gear than your average consumer, so i think long term, while sites like steep and cheap and chainlove are good for people who know exactly what they're looking for, the lack of personal service you get when shopping online is not a good thing for the industry. while it's sad to see nestors close it's doors since it's been a huge part of my life for more than a decade, at least it's being replaced by another family owned operation that still cares about their customers. i can't speak about the employees of buckmans, since i only know a few of them personally, but the people that have worked at nestors over the years have become some of my best friends and favorite people to ski, bike, surf, and hang out with. i hope that everyone involved with buckmans whitehall moving forward share the same passion for the sports that we love and participate in as everyone at nestors does. i guess i'll let this be my public thank you to pete and karen for a bunch of years of employment, lots of education about the ski industry, and plenty of good times. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 I have never heard anyone say christy's is good. Colorado Ski and Golf/Boulder Ski Deals is pretty awesome though I have but by the usual suspects who are probably being paid to do so. They were the least helpful "ski" shop in town. Also never trust a "ski" shop that sells lawn furniture in the off-season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicSkier Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 do you guys think some of the Nestors employees will stay on at Buckmans? The morning call article says both owners say current employees *may* be hired by Buckmans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick malozzi Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 who brings a crossbow skiing? wait, am i the only one? c-ya nestors. no skin off my back. i never liked the place anyway. they were always overpriced, and the staff i dealt with was typically pretty arrogant (not everyone, but the majority). never been to buckmans though, so no idea if it'll be for good or worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKI4EVER Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I think it is great for everyone involved. I have gone to Buckman's for a long time and have always had a great experience! they have the best selection of ski and snowboard stuff around. Looking forward to seeing how this new location looks after they have had it for a few years! Wonder if they will do another big event with Pro Skiers and Snowboarders and stuff like they did in KOP last October?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NazarethSkier Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Buckmans also carries KJUS. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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