The best sporting goods shops in Crystal Lake

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Boot Barn (opens in a new tab)

4423 US-14 Unit B

Retail chain with a variety of Western & work-related apparel, shoes & accessories, plus gifts.

Retail chain with a variety of Western & work-related apparel, shoes & accessories, plus gifts.

American Science & Surplus (opens in a new tab)

6901 W Oklahoma Ave · Milwaukee

Whether you need a last-minute beaker, oddball robot parts, quirky garden gear, or a craft project that spirals into a weekend, American…

Checked Sep 12

Whether you need a last-minute beaker, oddball robot parts, quirky garden gear, or a craft project that spirals into a weekend, American Science & Surplus delivers the good kind of chaos. The Milwaukee shop is employee-owned, and the stock changes constantly, so every visit feels like discovery.

From the Milwaukee newsletter, September 18, 2026

Clear Water Outdoor (opens in a new tab)

250 N Water St · Milwaukee

Clear Water Outdoor is your Milwaukee plug for trail to lake gear, with trusted brands like Patagonia, Fjallraven, Chaco, and Smartwool…

Clear Water Outdoor is your Milwaukee plug for trail to lake gear, with trusted brands like Patagonia, Fjallraven, Chaco, and Smartwool plus kayak and SUP rentals that actually get you outside. Shopping for sandals and a day pack, or itching to paddle this week, they’ve got you covered.

From the Watertown newsletter, October 3, 2026

MKE Outdoor Indoor Exchange (opens in a new tab)

3044 S Delaware Ave · Milwaukee

Used and new outdoor gear, clothing and footwear, with a consignment program.

Used and new outdoor gear, clothing and footwear, with a consignment program.

Arc'teryx Rush Street (opens in a new tab)

1007 N Rush St · Chicago

High-performance outdoor clothing and gear store known for innovations in climbing and skiing.

High-performance outdoor clothing and gear store known for innovations in climbing and skiing.

DICK'S Sporting Goods (opens in a new tab)

1816 Randall Rd · Algonquin

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

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