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Review summary

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Looking at 61 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently appreciate the competitive pricing and good value for money, often finding great deals on a wide range of products. Many also commend the staff for being helpful, knowledgeable, and accommodating, making the shopping experience pleasant and efficient. The quality of products is often praised, with many finding items to be durable and long-lasting. However, some people were dissatisfied with their orders, experiencing issues such as incorrect items, missing products, or significant delays without communication. There are also concerns about product quality, with some items breaking or not performing as expected shortly after purchase, and difficulties in resolving these issues.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

There was nothing wrong with the product however we ordered the wrong spring protection size 14ft so returned to reorder the right size 16ft however this is no longer available this has made the tram... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Price was good. Unable to have a click and collect, had to then pay oversize delivery fee. Took away any discount benefits. Skis arrived in good time however although wrapped in plastic top of one ski... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

bike was ready 1 week before i rang them, but they only called once no txt. customer service when i rang james at albany store was very good. but email customer service was very bad. bike assembly did... See more


Company details

  1. Sporting Goods Store
  2. Outdoor Sports Store

Written by the company

We believe that New Zealand is the most epic outdoor playground in the world and our mission is to help you get out there and enjoy it. We have the bikes for the trails, the camping gear for the nights away, the paddle boards, kayaks and gear to get you out on the water or the skis and snowboards for the mountains, all in one place. Wherever the adventure takes you, we have what you need.


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2.9

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

360 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not buy online from Torpedo7!

Do not buy online from Torpedo7!
I ordered on 20th November, they said 4-6 day delivery time, they promised it would arrive before Christmas. It's now the 18th December and I can't even get a track and trace that works! Supposedly mainfreight has no idea about the packaage, they wont answer their phones, they took 10 days to respond to an email.
Now I've had to cancel my order, wait god knows how long for a refund, while I'm still paying off the money on my Q card and now have to find another Christmas gift last minute.
Terrible customer service, terrible company. They take your money then don't give a flying fk. 0/10 will never ever buy anything from torpedo7. BUYER BEWARE!

November 25, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all costs

Avoid at all costs. Ordered online 25/11 click and collect and showing available stock in-store. its been over 3 weeks and still not ready to collect. Response is that they experienced overwhelming response during black Friday sales. Well, so did a lot of other companies and they didn't have the same issues. Generic responses to emails and gave up on customer support phone after waiting 45mins on hold. Amateur hour. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!!!!

November 25, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst after-sales experience!

The after sales support has been incredibly poor. Only wish i had read the reviews. Spent a lot of money on a treadmill, only to be disappointed with the lack of clear instruction manual for setting it up, and over a month later, multiple phone calls and emails, I'm still waiting for support from Torpedo 7 to get it setup correctly. Will not purchase anything from them again. 0800 number and the various email addresses I've been given have been an absolute waste of time.

December 13, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Should be a 0 star rating

Should be a 0 star rating

Torpedo7 are the worst company to deal with, I'm surprised they still remain in business. They recently had a special on for bike parts, about $500 worth, which I purchased for "click and collect" online.

After waiting a week and numerous calls and emails to their support staff. They finally advised that they were not sure when I could collect and in fact were not sure if there was even remaining stock. They simply said I just needed wait because it was a busy time.

It's clear their stock system is a mess and that online sales are not connected to direct retail sales. It should be called "click and pray".

I was finally offered a refund...

Never again.

November 29, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Really wish I had checked reviews!!!

Really wish I had checked reviews!!!! ordered a Christmas present still have had no tracking reference - emailed they said they will get back to me in 10 days are you kidding it will be Christmas by then so so disappointed - Im going to cancel my order!

December 11, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Really unhappy

Really unhappy. Ordered an expensive item two weeks ago and still no dispatch email. Nowhere to contact anyone. I needed this item before Christmas and I don't trust this will happen. Not even sure if I can get a refund. Wish I'd checked reviews on this company before buying.

December 10, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst experience ever

Worst experience ever - would never buy from torpedo 7 - Ordered a Camping 6 shelf Pantry via click and collect on Friday 22nd November and still two weeks later I still haven’t received a email or product - Rung store several times and in the end they didn’t answer and customer service still no reply-
so have finally cancelled as not sure when I will receive it
I got a full refund but the worst experience ever and would not shop or recommend torpedo 7

December 6, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Online order- they cancelled our order after we waited a week to collect, but are still selling the item online, but for $99 more than we paid for it.

We ordered a sun shelter, on sale- for $200 from click and collect a week ago. we have been waiting to be told when we can pick it up in store- hoping before camping this week. Today we got a vague message saying they are cancelling our order, because it doesnt meet their online quality standards.... and will process a refund, but I can see they are still selling the shelter- but for $99 more than we paid for it ? If they still have it- why can't they get it to us ? I sent a couple emails suggesting they contact us rather than cancel the order, and have been waiting on their customer wait line for 30+ minutes. I can't believe their score is so low on trust pilot! had no idea they were so sus.

December 6, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Have to receive all there promotional emails to be a member 3:-(

Terrible customer service took 3 weeks to get a reply to my email only to be told that I'm not a club member unless I receive all there promotional emails so therefore I don't get the 20% discount from the add that popped up directly after I pushed the purchase button. Stupid me for thinking I was signed up for the last 3 years.

November 16, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful customer service.

Awful customer service.

Click n collect costs 15 dollars.

Ridiculous.

And new product in but not unpacked. Workers not willing to put aside and call.

Really crap service.

November 28, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible service, that is if they even provide one

I purchased a treadmill from one of their stores almost two years ago, and it didn’t last long before it stopped working. I’ve reached out multiple times via email and phone regarding the warranty, and I was assured a technician would come to check the unit. However, it’s been over two months since my initial email, and there has been no update or progress. Every time I call, I’m left waiting for an hour only to be disconnected. Their voice recording suggests emailing, which I’ve done, but I never receive a response. This experience has been incredibly frustrating and disappointing. I would never ever recommend this store to anyone! It feels like the company simply doesn’t care.

November 27, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Stay away!!!

Stay away!!!! Said tent and airbed in stock to collect! Weekend ruined with no tent no apology no nothing! Of course they’ve taken the money but given me nothing! Stay away ….. criminals!

November 22, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pleasantly surprised!

I was really hesitant to place an order with Torpedo7 again after their crash and burn in 2023/early 2024. However, they had the hiking boots I was after on sale, so I decided to hedge my bets and give them another try under the new ownership. I placed my order early this morning and half an hour later I was notified that my order had been dispatched! There was an issue with tracking which I sent off an email about and received a response and resolution a short time later. My package has already been picked up from Torpedo7 and is with the courier. I am happy and VERY relieved, Torpedo7 seems to have turned around from their previous troubles. Long may it continue!

September 20, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought my son a surf board from here…

I bought my son a surf board from here for his birthday. A part connecting the fin came off on the first use. I went back to the store and asked for a replacement part. They said they didn't have anything that day but would get back to me. I never heard back. I talked to their online help twice and they also never got back to me. It never got fixed.

February 5, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The customer service

The customer service, website, and inventory management are all terrible. Many products are listed as in stock online for specific stores, but when you go to the store, they're not available. Conversely, there are plenty of items in-store that aren't listed online. This has been a chaotic situation for months. Don't even bother with click-and-collect; if the store suddenly runs out of stock—even if it was available when you ordered online for click and collect—your order won't be fulfilled. You'll end up waiting weeks with no resolution. It's better to cancel your order and just buy a new one with home delivery. Worst retail store in NZ at the moment. Hopefully they improve though.

September 2, 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I got great bargains and no problem…

I got great bargains and no problem returning to local store is something was wrong. I think they lost some bike hooks and I never got a credit but I can't complain.

Best bargain was Nordica speed machine 100 ski boots for $190 last pair in my size fit perfectly.

Now none of the end of line stuff is available online, so I don't think anyone outside Chch will get a bargain... But I got some, back in the day... They don't need my money anymore. Goodluck. I got sick of getting emails but the best sale items are in store. Seen it dozens of time and just feel gaslit now. Cbf.

July 11, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Never again

I bought something online and they sent the wrong item. No worries, things happen. I printed their label, took it to the PO and sent it back. I got the next package, and they had sent the same wrong item again. I couldn't believe it. Now I have to send it back to them again and then I'll be able to get my refund. This is now weeks later.

May 31, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not As Good As They Used To Be

Torpedo 7 have really gone downhill.
Despite hours of my time chasing up an order placed November 26th of last year, either in store, or on the phone, either being transferred, or on hold, I am still waiting.

Torpedo 7 have easily become the worst retail experience I have ever encountered.
Would not recommend ever again.

May 31, 2024
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