Set in the heart of Sydney's club central, the Recordstore stocks Drum'n'Bass, Breaks, HipHop, Party Breaks, Scratch Plates, Funk, Dub and Hardcore vinyl plus a range of music related DVD's. The store features eight listening stations so you can preview the latest music. The Recordstore is also Sydneys' only dual records store with techno, electro specialists 'Machine Musik" in the back room. Cruise by for information about your favourite tune, to stock up, or to absorb the wealth of knowledge about Sydney's club scene from local working DJ's.
If you fancy some recreational, or more hard-core cycling experiences, drop into Woolys, who have been in the business for over 20 years. Located opposite Victoria Barracks, they rent, sell and repair bikes of all kinds. They have excellent range of all the latest in biking accessories to keep the Oxford Street crew happy, and they are always happy to give out their expert advice. Check website for the latest rates and any further information.
This sport retailer stocks one of Sydney's most comprehensive range of skateboards, snowboards, wakeboards, paddlesurfing equipments and the very latest in accessories. Equipment and clothes are available to rent, under the motto- we rent the good stuff so you will keep coming back, plus a -try before you buy- policy. The staff are boarding fanatics and will ensure your purchase or rental equipment and clothing is a comfortable fit and appropriate for your level of experience. Check website for more details.
Established in 1984 by Jan and Lynne ter Heerdt, this delightful shop sells tempting, handmade, traditional Belgian chocolates. Chocolate-making has been in Jan's family in Belgium for the last three generations, so you can be certain that a purchase from here will be the real thing. The many varieties include truffles, exquisite shapes such as champagne corks, hearts, mushrooms, tiny baskets and walnuts, all with different delicious fillings including freshly whipped cream. The chocolates are freshly made on the premises daily.
The Athlete's Foot provides an extensive range of quality branded footwear in a huge variety of sporting categories like cross training, running, walking, football, basketball, netball, fitness, tennis and kids. All staff go through a 10-week training course, which covers basic foot anatomy, physiology and the technology of athletic shoes. So you can be sure you will be getting the right fit and the right shoe for your fitness and sport programs.
Fans of the much-loved Finders Keepers Markets can now get their local design fix in between dates at their permanent Follow Store in Surry Hills. The Cleveland Street shop continues the markets' support of local and independent designers, with the small space packed full of eye-catching items for sale. There are all the bits and pieces you'd hope to find in any good design store: jewelry, handbags, home wares, ceramics and handmade cards. But there's also a nice emphasis on local artwork too, with ready-to-hang prints to brighten any wall. If you can bear to part with any of your purchases, this is a great one-stop gift shop. -Kashmir Brummel