Heidi H.
Great paddleboard
I really love my paddleboard, but my pump didn’t work, so it’s getting replaced. It was easy to chat with them online and get a replacement sent.

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Based on 87 reviews
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The outside is for everyone, but not everyone feels comfortable outside. So we set out to make everyone feel at home in the open air through the use of expertly designed, durably crafted, accessibly priced outdoor gear - electric bikes, pedal bikes, kids bikes, stand up paddle boards and more - our goal at retrospec is simple: make nature second nature for everyone. We believe that all people, regardless of background or experience, should enjoy the life-affirming, eye-opening beauty of the outside world. We encourage a more active lifestyle and make being outdoors fun and inviting for people of any age, ability, or skill level. Born from a passion for fixed-gear cycling. Former home of Critical Cycles and Ten Toes Boards.
Retrospec (retrospec.com) has 87 customer reviews on Folks Told, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5.
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Heidi H.
I really love my paddleboard, but my pump didn’t work, so it’s getting replaced. It was easy to chat with them online and get a replacement sent.
Andrew M.
The box was almost completely torn in half, but luckily the product was undamaged and this is on the shipping company.I love my board, but I’d recommend upgrading the baring so the wheels spin for longer
Reply from RetrospecSep 30, 2026
Thanks so much for the kind words! We're stoked you're loving your board. Sorry the box showed up in rough shape. That's never the first impression we want, and we're glad your board made it through without a scratch. We appreciate the feedback on the bearings too. Hearing what would make your rides even better really helps, so we've passed it along to our product team. If anything comes up with your board, our support team is always happy to help.
Karen
Cute bike, but arrived with bent chain guard, chipped paint, and tarnished wheel rims. They sent me a 15% refund, but overall, the bike is meh. Super duper heavy.
Reply from RetrospecSep 30, 2026
Thanks for taking the time to share this. We're really sorry your bike didn't arrive in the condition it should have. We pack every order with care, but once a package is in the carrier's hands, there's unfortunately little we can do to control how it's handled on the way to you. We know that doesn't make it any less frustrating, and we appreciate your patience while our team worked with you on it. We also hear you on the weight, and we've shared that feedback with our product team.
Gary P.
Customer concerns are answered promptly. (Zak) provided answers and solutions for a leak on my new inflatable kayak. Looking forward to repairing and using my kayak soon. PS - Will be 5 star once it's in the water.
Othmane M.
Kayak broke after the third use broke from the seam and the white inflated rubber came out ! Edit: Custom service was excellent and they replaced the broken kayak ! I just hope the new one last a lot longer
Reply from RetrospecJul 1, 2026
Thank you for sharing this feedback. We're sorry to hear the seam gave out on your Kayak, that's not the quality or experience we want anyone to have with our gear. We're glad our team was able to get a replacement sent out to you. If the new one gives you any trouble or you have other questions, please reach out to our support team.
clark P.
They have some issues with their ordering portal, AI chat support, and processes but Zac was able to resolve them for me and said would try to correct portal issues moving forward.
Reply from RetrospecMay 18, 2026
Hi there, thank you for your feedback, and we're sorry for the hassle this caused. I can see that a member of our customer care team was able to connect with you by phone and confirmed that a different battery model was needed. They are actively working with you to get the correct one on its way as soon as possible. If you're ever unsure about compatibility before placing an order, our team is always happy to help answer any questions before you make a purchase. We also want to apologize for any confusion around expedited shipping. Please note that shipping and arrival dates are estimates, we don't ship on weekends, and orders placed after 12PM PST require one business day to process. Unfortunately, occasional carrier delays can also occur outside of our control. We know you have many options when it comes to where you shop, and we sincerely appreciate your business. We hope to have this resolved to your satisfaction soon.
Michael W.
so far so good. I have had the bike for a week now and absolutely love the look and the feel of it. Happy to be back out riding!
tom
Mustafa at Retrospec in paticular was very responsive, helpful and excellent. There was a problem with the original courier used, but retrospec came through in the end by sending the bike via Fedex. much appreciated!