Sporting Goods Storesin USA
USA Market Research and Industry Report
28 November 2007
Industry Code : 45111
The Sporting Goods Stores Industry is comprised of establishments primarily engaged in retailing new sporting goods, including bicycles and bicycle parts, camping equipment, exercise and fitness equipment, athletic uniforms, athletic apparel for men, women and children, specialty sports footwear and other sporting goods, equipment and accessories. These products are sold at sport stores and superstores. The majority of products are sourced from the Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing Industry (NIACS 33992) and Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies Wholesalers Industry (NAICS 42191). Note that the retail of tennis shoes or sneakers is included in the Shoe Stores Industry (NAICS 44821). The key characteristic of the sporting good industry at the retail level is selling products generally without transformation. According to the NAICS overview of the industry, the retailing process is the final step in the distribution of merchandize. Products are sold in small quantities to the general public, which occurs either directly from a store location or indirectly with non-store retailers.
The major products and services in this industry are:
| - | Sporting Equipment |
| - | Athletic Footwear |
| - | Athletic Apparel | |
The primary activities of this industry are:
| - | Athletic uniforms supply stores |
| - | Bicycle (except motorized) shops |
| - | Bowling equipment and supply stores |
| - | Diving equipment stores |
| - | Exercise equipment stores |
| - | Fishing supply stores |
| - | Golf pro shops |
| - | Saddlery stores |
| - | Sporting goods (e.g. scuba, skiing, outdoor) stores |
| - | Sporting gun shops | |
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Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.
