Decathlon Wandsworth

Prior to its arrival at Southside, I was unfamiliar with Decathlon. It had been there for a couple months, before I ventured in to peek around, wary from most all previous life experiences with sporty/​outdoorsy stores. I was surprised. It was different.
A mecca of own-​brand + nice branded items for all sorts of athletic pursuits from walking and running to cycling, yoga, all sorts of sportsball apparatus, etc. for women, men, & children. It’s a bit like a Lidl, but nicer, for sporty stuff. When shopping for a helmet and lock for my new foray into biking in the city, the cycling department staff were really helpful and kind. Even though I had lots of questions, they happily helped. Each department seems to have knowledgeable staff.
Prices here are great. Very affordable and incredibly competitive. The store is quite big, spread over 2 floors. My only complaint is the checkout staff seem to always be aloof and the opposite of the helpful staff from the rest of the store. But, apart from that, I think this shop is a keeper.