The best sporting goods shops in Sanford

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

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GetOutdoors Pedal & Paddle

Sporting Goods

GetOutdoors Pedal & Paddle has you covered for two wheels and calm waters, with quality bikes and cycling gear plus one of the Southeast’s…

1515 W Gate City Blvd (Greensboro)

“GetOutdoors Pedal & Paddle has you covered for two wheels and calm waters, with quality bikes and cycling gear plus one of the Southeast’s largest selections of canoes and kayaks. Swing by this week to level up your ride or snag a sleek boat for that spontaneous lake day.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Down East Gear®

Sporting Goods

Hunting or heading out on a wet skiff ride, Down East Gear® turns out no-corners-cut technical apparel, truly waterproof DEEP6 Dry Packs,…

2400 Sumner Blvd #110 (Raleigh)

“Hunting or heading out on a wet skiff ride, Down East Gear® turns out no-corners-cut technical apparel, truly waterproof DEEP6 Dry Packs, and rugged gun cases, plus a Flak Jacket for your retriever. Built to hunt, built to fish, built right... grab something solid for your next wake-before-dawn run.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Chatham Outfitters

Sporting Goods

Chatham Outfitters has the rugged apparel, trail-ready footwear, and legit gear to make your next hike, paddle, or backyard campout easy to…

106 Hillsboro St (Pittsboro)

“Chatham Outfitters has the rugged apparel, trail-ready footwear, and legit gear to make your next hike, paddle, or backyard campout easy to pull off. Family owned since 1998, they stock everything from tents, packs, and hydration to disc golf and travel basics...”

From the Sanford newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Sportsman's Warehouse

Sporting Goods

Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.

1305 Bridford Pkwy (Greensboro)

“Outdoor recreation chain featuring apparel, footwear, equipment & accessories for adults & kids.”

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

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

1208-A Bridford Pkwy (Greensboro)

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

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Play it Again Sports Greensboro

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain that buys, sells & trades a wide variety of equipment, both new & secondhand.

2963 Battleground Ave (Greensboro)

“Sporting goods chain that buys, sells & trades a wide variety of equipment, both new & secondhand.”

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Great Outdoor Provision Co.

Sporting Goods

Outdoors retailer with conservation leanings offering clothing and gear for camping, fishing, kayaking, and more.

Westover Gallery of Shops, 1410 Westover Terrace (Greensboro)

“Outdoors retailer with conservation leanings offering clothing and gear for camping, fishing, kayaking, and more.”

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Dunham's Sports

Sporting Goods

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

3000 S Horner Blvd

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

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DICK'S Sporting Goods

Sporting Goods

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

168 Grand Hill Pl (Holly Springs)

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

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Going, Going, Gone!

Sporting Goods

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

5422 New Hope Commons Dr (Durham)

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

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Play It Again Sports Holly Springs

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain that buys, sells & trades a wide variety of equipment, both new & secondhand.

138 W Holly Springs Rd (Holly Springs)

“Sporting goods chain that buys, sells & trades a wide variety of equipment, both new & secondhand.”

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Great Outdoor Provision Co.

Sporting Goods

Wood-floored retailer offering outdoor apparel, gear, footwear, kayaks, canoes, fishing equipment and more.

Cameron Village, 2017 Cameron St (Raleigh)

“Wood-floored retailer offering outdoor apparel, gear, footwear, kayaks, canoes, fishing equipment and more.”

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Academy Sports + Outdoors

Sporting Goods

Sporting goods chain selling athletic apparel & footwear, plus outdoor gear & fitness equipment.

4526 W Wendover Ave (Greensboro)

“Sporting goods chain selling athletic apparel & footwear, plus outdoor gear & fitness equipment.”

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