Thanks that's very helpful of you.
New York is one of the places we'll visit. We'll probably stay with friends in New Jersey. So the time of year to go and names of chains of stores would be the most useful. Or is it best to simply shop on the net?
I need just about everything for backpacking and camping. Been putting off upgrading my gear for too long. Tents, sleeping bags, mats, boots, clothing, stoves....In fact I've barely bought anything in a decade so need a winter coat, summer coat, suits, shirts......Just think of me as being born full grown today! And (guess what) I'm pessimistic enough to want some survival gear in there in case I get lost.
So the best times of year and chains are?
simple simon