The best sporting goods shops in Boston

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

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Marathon Sports

Sporting Goods

Longtime operation offering running apparel & personalized shoe recommendations.

401 Main St (Melrose)

“Longtime operation offering running apparel & personalized shoe recommendations.”

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Marathon Sports

Sporting Goods

Longtime operation offering running apparel & personalized shoe recommendations.

673 Massachusetts Ave (Arlington)

“Longtime operation offering running apparel & personalized shoe recommendations.”

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Marathon Sports

Sporting Goods

Longtime operation offering running apparel & personalized shoe recommendations.

1638 Beacon St (Brookline)

“Longtime operation offering running apparel & personalized shoe recommendations.”

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Columbia Factory Store

Sporting Goods

Clothes retailer specializing in outdoor apparel and shoes, with a fitting room.

401 Assembly Row (Somerville)

“Clothes retailer specializing in outdoor apparel and shoes, with a fitting room.”

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Summit Bound Outfitter

Sporting Goods

Summit Bound Outfitter is Boston’s largest selection of climbing gear, with a seriously deep lineup of climbing shoes, apparel, and…

348 Somerville Ave (Somerville)

“Summit Bound Outfitter is Boston’s largest selection of climbing gear, with a seriously deep lineup of climbing shoes, apparel, and pro-level essentials curated by climbers.”

From the Cambridge newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Heartbreak Hill Running Company

Sporting Goods

Heartbreak Hill Running Company is where Brockton runners upgrade their miles, from Nike, Hoka, and New Balance shoes to Heartbreak’s own…

638 Commonwealth Ave (Newton)

“Heartbreak Hill Running Company is where Brockton runners upgrade their miles, from Nike, Hoka, and New Balance shoes to Heartbreak’s own gear that actually looks good on the cooldown. Get a dialed-in fit, then plug into their training plans and community runs when you need that midweek push.”

From the Newton newsletter, September 17, 2026

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L.L.Bean

Sporting Goods

Retailer offering a variety of outdoor apparel & footwear, plus sporting & camping gear.

56 Seaport Blvd

“Retailer offering a variety of outdoor apparel & footwear, plus sporting & camping gear.”

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Stio Mountain Studio - Boston

Sporting Goods

Stio Mountain Studio - Boston brings the brand’s full lineup to town, from breathable hike-bike-run layers to legit ski shells and fleece,…

49 Northern Ave

“Stio Mountain Studio - Boston brings the brand’s full lineup to town, from breathable hike-bike-run layers to legit ski shells and fleece, plus a curated mix of partner gear. Swing by for kit that handles harbor jogs, quick White Mountains escapes and everything in between.”

From the Boston newsletter, September 18, 2026

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DICK'S House of Sport

Sporting Goods

Sports apparel and accessories store, plus a climbing wall and a batting cage.

760 Boylston St

“Sports apparel and accessories store, plus a climbing wall and a batting cage.”

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