Sporting goods stores range from general outdoor retailers to specialized shops focusing entirely on specific sports like hockey, lacrosse, or hunting. Picking the right location depends on whether you need generic gear, custom fitting, or niche equipment that generalists do not carry. A map pin shows proximity, but it does not tell you if a store stocks specialized inventory or offers in-house equipment repair and service.
Cranston 15
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Golfers' Warehouse
60 Freeway Dr, Cranston, RI 02920
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REI
22 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, RI 02920
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Big Fitness
999 Pontiac Ave, Cranston, RI 02920
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Continental Bait & Tackle
1065 Park Ave, Cranston, RI 02910
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Elmwood Sports Center
1553 Elmwood Ave, Cranston, RI 02910
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Spargo Golf
1000 New London Ave, Cranston, RI 02920
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2nd Time Around Sports
453 Atwood Ave, Cranston, RI 02920
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L.L.Bean
200 Hillside Rd, Cranston, RI 02920-5620
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Junk Bearings
101 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, RI 02921-2014
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Bennett Sports
900 Phenix Ave, Cranston, RI 02921-1133
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M-F Athletic & Perform Better
11 Amflex Dr, Cranston, RI 02921
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Pete's pro shop
225 Niantic Ave, Cranston, RI 02907-3121
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Players
208 Garfield Ave, Cranston, RI 02920
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Crit BMX Products
66 Eddy St, Cranston, RI 02920-7909
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Strike Fx Pro Shops Inc
1450 Elmwood Ave, Cranston, RI 02910-3847
Warwick 14
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Frontline Fitness
380 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, RI 02886
Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm, Sat 10:00am–4:00pm
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D & L Shooting Supplies
2663 W Shore Rd, Warwick, RI 02889
Mon 12pm-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun closed
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Sandy Lane Sports Shop
12 Whitford St, Warwick, RI 02889
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Pure Hockey
1800 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886-1500
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Golf Galaxy
Warwick Mall, 400 Bald Hill Rd Suite 700, Warwick, RI 02886
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Competitor's Closet
3055 W Shore Rd, Warwick, RI 02886-7546
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Elite
997 Sandy Ln, Warwick, RI 02889-8069
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Squadlocker
240 Bald Hill Rd, Warwick, RI 02886-1126
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Dmk Sports
170 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, RI 02888-3838
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Dick's Sporting Goods
650 Bald Hill Road Midland Commons, Warwick, RI 02886
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First Place Sports
87 Airport Rd, Warwick, RI 02889
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Little Rhody Exercise Equipment
40 Malbone St, Warwick, RI 02888-3837
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Kenrick Golf Company
20 Altieri Way, Warwick, RI 02886-1780
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Penalty Box
1925 Warwick Ave, Warwick, RI 02889-2239
Providence 11
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Champs Sports
33 Providence Pl Ste A206, Providence, RI 02903
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Rhode Runner
657 N Main St, Providence, RI 02904-5723
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D & L Billiards & Barstools
377 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02909
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The North Face
143 Providence Place, Space 3135, Providence, RI 02903
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G-form
1 Davol Sq, Providence, RI 02903-4767
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Providence Running Company
195 Wayland Ave Unit 10A, Providence, RI 02906
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Capital Golf Studio
147 Langdon St, Providence, RI 02904-1108
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Army & Navy Thayer Street
279 Thayer St, Providence, RI 02906
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Hoo Ahh's
177 Georgia Ave, Providence, RI 02905-4422
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Reportes y Lugares de Pesca en RI
430 Branch Ave, Providence, RI 02904-2524
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Finlandia
116 Waterman St, Providence, RI 02906-1136
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Dover Saddlery
1340 B Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852
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Tropical Enterprises
25 Sea Grass Way, North Kingstown, RI 02852
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Fin & Feather Outfitters
3520 Quaker Ln, North Kingstown, RI 02852-3007
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Cranston Gun And Coin
6461 Post Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852
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INFORCE
North Kingstown, RI
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Wickford Rod Works
125 Duck Cove Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852-6219
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Dick's Sporting Goods
371 Putnam Pike Suite 300 The Crossing At Smithfield, Smithfield, RI 02917
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Dmk Sports
20 Cedar Swamp Rd, Smithfield, RI 02917
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DMK Sports Soccer Shop
7 Commerce St, Smithfield, RI 02828
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Ray's Hockey & Custom Apparel
105 Pleasant View Ave, Smithfield, RI 02917
Tiverton 4
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Arc Surfboards
43 Eagleville Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878-3005
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Givens Marine Survival Co.,Inc.
548 Main Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878-1350
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Sakonnet Boathouse
169 Riverside Dr, Tiverton, RI 02878-4347
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Infiniti board shop
1723 Stafford Rd, Tiverton, RI 02878-2541
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Nine Men's Misery
Diamond Hill Rd, Cumberland, RI 02864
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Fish On Poker and Stuff
1 Ann and Hope Way Suite 145, Cumberland, RI 02864
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Mannys Sports
1725 Mendon Rd Ste 106, Cumberland, RI 02864-4308
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Precision Golf Works
651 Cottage St., Pawtucket, RI 02861
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Beautiful and elegant
791 Central Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02861-2148
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Providence Anchors Basketball
101 Main St, Pawtucket, RI 02860
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Camire's Athletic Soles
20 Main St, Wakefield, RI 02879
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All Outdoors Power Equipment
4060 Tower Hill Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879-2262
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Gyms Direct USA
51 Greenwood Dr, Wakefield, RI 02879
Newport 2
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Run Newport
16 Long Wharf Mall, Newport, RI 02840
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Clean Ocean Designs
270 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI 02840
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Integral Hockey Stick Repair
1186 Eddie Dowling Hwy, North Smithfield, RI 02896
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Hockey Dog Inc
1186 Eddie Dowling Hwy, North Smithfield, RI 02896-8208
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Perform Better
1600 Division Rd, West Warwick, RI 02893-7574
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Kda Fitness Equipment
2 Tiogue Ave, West Warwick, RI 02893-6031
Ashaway 1
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Party Tents For Rent
69 Maxson Hill Rd, Ashaway, RI 02804
Bristol 1
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Northwind Sports
267 Thames St, Bristol, RI 02809-1862
Central Falls 1
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G Force Gear
131 Clay St, Central Falls, RI 02863-3045
Chepachet 1
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Big Bear Hunting and Fishing
401 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI 02814-2163
Coventry 1
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Shoreside Watersports
1910 Nooseneck Hill Rd, Coventry, RI 02816-6706
Lincoln 1
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Blackstone Valley Outfitters
25 Carrington St, Lincoln, RI 02865-1702
Middletown 1
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The Saltwater Edge
1037 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown, RI 02842
North Providence 1
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Stringwerks
4 Briarwood Dr, North Providence, RI 02911
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La Salle Harness Co.
221 Peeptoad Rd, North Scituate, RI 02857
Pascoag 1
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Ted's Live Bait and Tackle RI
600 Reservoir Rd, Pascoag, RI 02859-3523
Richmond 1
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The Sporting Shoppe
1 Preserve Blvd, Richmond, RI 02898
South Kingstown 1
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Uncle Sam's Army and Navy
548 Kingstown Rd, South Kingstown, RI 02879
Warren 1
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West Marine
8 Roseland Ave, Warren, RI 02885-2120
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Olympia Sports
Diamond Hill Road, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Also in Rhode Island
Good to know
Do specialized sporting goods stores offer equipment servicing?
Many specialized shops provide services like skate sharpening, lacrosse head stringing, or custom bow tuning on-site. General sporting goods retailers may offer basic maintenance, but complex repairs usually require a dedicated specialty shop. It is best to call ahead to confirm if a technician is on duty.
How do prices compare between general outdoor chains and specialty shops?
General retailers often carry entry-level gear at lower price points, while specialty shops focus on mid-to-high-tier equipment designed for competitive use. Starter packages at larger chains might run under $100, whereas specialized gear packages can easily range from a few hundred to over a thousand dollars depending on the sport.
Can I return used or fitted sports equipment?
Return policies vary widely based on the item and store format. Unused items in original packaging are typically refundable within 30 days, but custom-fitted gear, altered equipment, or worn protective items are usually final sale.
Are crossbows illegal?
Crossbow legality varies by state jurisdiction, season type, physical accommodation requirements, and local game regulations. Throughout Rhode Island, regulations determine when and where crossbows may be legally used for hunting or recreational target shooting, with 83 local ranges offering guidance. Hunters should consult state wildlife agency rules before purchasing or hunting with a crossbow.
Do you need a license to bow hunt?
Yes, bow hunting generally requires a valid state hunting license along with specific archery permits or tags for game species. In Rhode Island, hunters must meet safety certification requirements, and 83 registered archery facilities can help direct archers toward official state resources. Check current state wildlife guidelines for specific license requirements and open season dates.