Publications Covering the Sporting Goods Stores Industry

Angling International Print + online

Global trade title for the fishing tackle business covering product launches, market trends, and distribution that matter to fishing and outdoor retailers.

https://www.angling-international.com Circulation: 15,000

Archery Business Print + online

B2B magazine focused on the archery and bowhunting channel—merchandising ideas, category rundowns, and operations tips for pro shops and outdoor stores.

https://www.archerybusiness.com Circulation: 20,000

Bicycle Retailer and Industry News (BRAIN) Print + online

Authoritative business news for bicycle specialty retailers, including supply chain updates, e‑bike policy, merchandising, and dealer best practices.

https://www.bicycleretailer.com Circulation: 25,000

Digital Commerce 360 (Retail) Online + newsletter

Data‑driven analysis of e‑commerce and omnichannel retail—with frequent coverage of sporting goods, marketplaces, and fulfillment trends impacting store performance.

https://www.digitalcommerce360.com/category/retail Circulation: 1,500,000

Fishing Tackle Retailer Print + online

Trade publication for fishing and marine‑adjacent retailers delivering buying guides, merchandising strategies, and seasonal sales opportunities.

https://fishingtackleretailer.com Circulation: 25,000

Footwear News Print + online

The footwear industry’s news source covering athletic and outdoor brands, sneaker retail, DTC strategies, and consumer trends that affect sporting goods stores.

https://footwearnews.com Circulation: 1,200,000

Footwear Plus Print + online

Trade magazine spotlighting fashion and athletic footwear—trend reports, retail profiles, and vendor programs relevant to sporting goods channels.

https://footwearplusmagazine.com Circulation: 20,000

Hunting Retailer Print + online

Business publication for hunting, shooting, and outdoor retailers—inventory planning, compliance, merchandising, and customer engagement.

https://huntingretailer.com Circulation: 25,000

ISPO.com Online + newsletter

Global sports business hub from ISPO covering retail innovation, sustainability, and category trends across outdoor, winter sports, endurance, and more.

https://www.ispo.com Circulation: 300,000

License Global Print + online

Covers the sports licensing ecosystem—league and team deals, retail programs, and collaborations that drive merchandise sales in sporting goods stores.

https://www.licenseglobal.com Circulation: 40,000

Outdoor Retailer Magazine Print + online

Editorial arm around the Outdoor Retailer trade show—gear trends, shop management insights, and market perspectives for U.S. outdoor retailers.

https://www.outdoorretailer.com Circulation: 20,000

Outside Business Journal Online + newsletter

Trade news for the outdoor industry (formerly SNEWS) with a strong focus on specialty retail, reps, brand strategy, and M&A activity.

https://www.outsidebusinessjournal.com Circulation: 120,000

Retail Dive Online + newsletter

B2B retail newsroom covering earnings, bankruptcies, omnichannel strategy, and store tech—with consistent reporting on sporting goods chains.

https://www.retaildive.com Circulation: 2,500,000

Retail TouchPoints Online + newsletter

Insights on customer experience, omnichannel marketing, and store operations—case studies and strategy pieces applicable to sporting goods retailers.

https://retailtouchpoints.com Circulation: 75,000

Running Insight Print + online

Serving run specialty retailers with product launches, gait analysis content, event tie‑ins (The Running Event), and shop‑level best practices.

https://www.runninginsight.com Circulation: 15,000

SGB Media (SGBonline) Online + newsletter

Daily B2B coverage of the sporting goods and outdoor sector—retail earnings, executive moves, and brand updates across categories.

https://sgbonline.com Circulation: 180,000

SGI Europe Online + newsletter

European‑focused analysis of the sporting goods market—retail performance, distribution strategies, and brand developments across the EU and UK.

https://www.sgieurope.com Circulation: 35,000

Shooting Sports Retailer Print + online

Trade magazine for firearms and archery retailers—merchandising, range operations, compliance, and category management.

https://shootingsportsretailer.com Circulation: 30,000

Shop-Eat-Surf Online + newsletter

Action‑sports industry news covering surf, skate, and snow—retail performance, brand distribution, and executive insights for specialty shops.

https://shop-eat-surf.com Circulation: 40,000

Tennis Industry Magazine Print + online

Business publication for racquet‑sports pros and retailers—pro shop management, stringing/equipment trends, and the rise of pickleball.

https://www.tennisindustrymag.com Circulation: 20,000