
Seattle Raft and Kayak
Seattle Raft and Kayak has recently acquired the assets of Swiftwater Sports in Shoreline, moving its retail store from Magnuson Park. SRK will continue to maintain its rental shop in its existing location on the shores of Magnuson Park.
Former Swift Water owner Dana Bottcher retired after running his store for 27 years. The Shoreline store is 17703 15th Ave N.E., Shoreline, WA 98155, (206) 528-1700, www.seattleraftandkayak.com

Speedy Reedy
Speedy Reedy Multisport and Tri-Supply in Seattle has moved across the street into larger headquarters. The nine-year-old triathlon shop is now located at 1300 N. Northlake Way, Seattle and retains Burke-Gilman Trail access at its back door. The nine-year-old business is owned by Reed and Brooke Sillers. (206) 632-9879, www.speedyreedy.com.

Bothell Ski and Bike
After 20 years in its original location in Bothell, Bothell Ski and Bike moved 1-1/2 miles up the road to Kenmore and virtually doubled its space overnight to 5,000 square feet. Visible from the Burke-Gilman Trail, the store’s new headquarters are at 8020 N.E. Bothell Way, Kenmore.
Owners John Ethen and Greg Pergament continue to offer a full sales and service store including family, kids, commuters, road and mountain bikes. Their Web site, www.bikesale.com, is unique in that it is one of four stores in the county that allows customers to order a bike online from the frame up. Bothell Ski and Bike will also continue with its seasonal alpine and snowboard business. 425-486-3747
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