The best sporting goods shops in Bowling Green

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

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Nat's Outdoor Sports

Sporting Goods

From the Bike Shop to Kayaks & Canoes plus sportswear, outerwear, footwear, and all the small essentials, Nat's Outdoor Sports has been…

1121 Wilkinson Trace

“From the Bike Shop to Kayaks & Canoes plus sportswear, outerwear, footwear, and all the small essentials, Nat's Outdoor Sports has been outfitting Bowling Green and WKU since 1973, getting you set for the trail, the river, or just the trip to class.”

From the Bowling Green newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Howard's Cycling & Fitness

Sporting Goods

Howard's Cycling & Fitness has been a local, family-owned standby since 1937, pairing solid bike sales and tune-ups with a legit skateboard…

604 Park St

“Howard's Cycling & Fitness has been a local, family-owned standby since 1937, pairing solid bike sales and tune-ups with a legit skateboard shop and a full locksmith service. Friendly folks, name-brand gear, and over 100 years of combined know-how make it an easy go-to.”

From the Bowling Green newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Cabela's

Sporting Goods

Retail mainstay stocking a huge inventory of hunting, fishing & camping supplies, plus boats & ATVs.

3395 Nell O'Bryan Ct

“Retail mainstay stocking a huge inventory of hunting, fishing & camping supplies, plus boats & ATVs.”

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Riverside Outdoors

Sporting Goods

Riverside Outdoors is the local spot for ammo, mags, handguns, and rifles, with brands like Glock, Magpul, Winchester, Hornady, Federal,…

1293 Old Louisville Rd

“Riverside Outdoors is the local spot for ammo, mags, handguns, and rifles, with brands like Glock, Magpul, Winchester, Hornady, Federal, and Smith & Wesson. Their warehouse-fulfilled selection makes it easy to snag what you need for the farm, range, or deer season without driving all over town.”

From the Bowling Green newsletter, September 16, 2026

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

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

2300 Gary Farm Blvd

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

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Dunham's Sports

Sporting Goods

Retail chain stocking equipment, clothing & footwear for sports, fitness & outdoor recreation.

2625 Scottsville Rd Ste 624

“Retail chain stocking equipment, clothing & footwear for sports, fitness & outdoor recreation.”

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