is zumiez really that bad?

There aren't really many skaters where I live, which is kinda sad, because I don't have any fellow skaters! Anyway, the mall that I shop at has only two skating stores: Vans, and Zumiez. I go to shop at vans for my board and my shoes and stuff, but I go to zumiez to buy stickers and grip tape and crap. I bought my helmet and pads there too!! The employees are nice, and the vibe is alright. I only have two options, and I really don't understand the hate. can yall state your opinions?