The best sporting goods shops in San Luis Obispo

4 sporting goods shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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SLO Camp N' Pack

Sporting Goods

SLO Camp N' Pack is the Central Coast’s only military surplus spot, mixing classic USGI finds with dialed-in outdoor and tactical gear like…

341 Higuera St

“SLO Camp N' Pack is the Central Coast’s only military surplus spot, mixing classic USGI finds with dialed-in outdoor and tactical gear like quality knives, Fenix lights, Vortex optics, Safariland holsters, medical supplies, and morale patches. Perfect when your weekend plans get a little… ambitious.”

From the San Luis Obispo newsletter, September 6, 2026

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GH Sports

Sporting Goods

GH Sports keeps runners, swimmers, cyclists and triathletes dialed in with legit shoes, swimsuits, goggles, tri wetsuits and the small…

3765 S Higuera St Ste 100

“GH Sports keeps runners, swimmers, cyclists and triathletes dialed in with legit shoes, swimsuits, goggles, tri wetsuits and the small stuff like hydration, lights, nutrition and recovery. Pop in for in-store gait analysis and check out their GH American Made tops and rash guards...”

From the San Luis Obispo newsletter, September 17, 2026

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The Switchback

Sporting Goods

Turn your retired packs and boots into cash or store credit, then score quality used outdoor gear, apparel, and footwear from brands you…

667 Marsh St

“Turn your retired packs and boots into cash or store credit, then score quality used outdoor gear, apparel, and footwear from brands you actually know at The Switchback. It keeps gear in circulation, lightens your garage, and your credit works at their sister shop The Mountain Air.”

From the San Luis Obispo newsletter, September 11, 2026

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.

11970 Los Osos Valley Rd

“Sporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.”

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