Lids

I usually try to stop here whenever I’m heading through the Pittsburgh Airport. Much more than just headwear packed into this small Lids location.
Lids always seems to be running some decent sales – even if the sale primarily entails discounted Willie Parker jerseys, which was the case during my recent visit! – and regular prices are in line with any of the major sporting goods retailers.
There’s an embroidery machine in-​house that one can take advantage of with the purchase of various items, and I know that the guys who work here sometimes offer to embroider tricky items that don’t typically come with the option (e.g., luggage tags)
I have to say I was annoyed to see some Black & Gold gear from Alyssa Milano’s NFL Touch clothing line. Alyssa Milano Steelers gear is about as appealing to me as all that NFL apparel Victoria’s Secret sells and Ray Anderson’s quotes addressing this Sunday’s «flagrant» hits.
What stands out to me the most about this Lids location is the employees – they’re awesome! The guys who work here always seem to strike up a conversation, and I love that. When I stopped by a couple weeks ago and mentioned that I was heading home to visit my family, the employee said «Welcome back to the best city in the world.» A really nice welcome home from a stranger.
Check out Lids when you’re looking for Steelers/​Penguins/​Pirates gear. It’s worth a stop when you’re in the airport, for sure.