Reviews & Ratings for The Sports Authority

06/10/11

sporting gurus

by SamSamP

The Authority of Sporting Goods with stores all over the nation. These people have been around for some time and they have spread like wild flower doing their best at dressing up Americans to getting fit. This store is a very large location on 6th Avenue. With so many shops in the area, this store is kept busy but the lines are never too long. Their prices are very competitive and the staff are okay. They sell all major sports brands and they have their own line as well. It's amazing how they cover all sports, any sport you can think of they sell gear and equipment for it. Every sport imaginable they got you covered. I mean even games for the lawn or if you plan to have a rec room. I like to take a look at their weekly ads to see what deals they may have that might benefit me. You can get it in the Sunday Paper or online.

06/09/11

THE Authority

by timx13

There are seemingly hundreds of places in New York City you can go to pick up sporting equipment, but, in reality, there are really only two. Ask anyone and they’ll probably tell you to check out either Paragon, or The Sports Authority. Most of the time, I prefer Sports Authority, and it’s not just because they have more sales--though it’s a great reason to, the sales are good! Their selection is a little smaller, but it’s a quality selection. The staff is really friendly, sometimes a little aloof, though once you get their attention they’re very helpful.

As a beginner Sports Authority is a great place to start, the staff was able to guide me to what I wanted without making me feel like I was an idiot. The store is large, so that kind of guidance is really helpful. Nice place, good prices, decent selection; not much more you can ask for from a shopping experience.

06/08/11

Like 50 Specialty Sports Shops Under One Roof

by Straight to the Chase

Well, the name pretty much says it all, but did you also know Sports Authority is now carrying yoga gear and backpacks and luggage? Sports Authority is so in-depth when it comes to team sports, they even carry dodge balls (you remember dodge ball, as a kid, right?). They have stuff for Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts and all the at-home work-out machines (home gyms) you could imagine.

What’s crazy too is that they have a whole slew of sporting equipment for infants… I didn’t know infants could play sports, but I guess it’s never too early to get little Johnny to start working on getting that sports scholarship.

Lacrosse, Soccer, Football, Cheerleading, Field Hockey, Gymnastics, etc… this is a great place for High School kids involved in team sports. They’ve got stuff for indoor games too; billiards, darts, table tennis, etc. Add to that GPS electronics, backyard games, pool and beach equipment, ski/snow tubes, and stuff for BMX biking, mega-sized trampolines,

all kinds of in-line skates and traditional, old-school roller skates.

They also have a fan shop, ranging from everything from NFL to NBA to NHL and NASCAR gear.

06/06/11

Sweet Sports Stuff

by DarWallace

I run, lift weights and do a bit of kick boxing, and I usually head to Modells or footlocker to get my sneaker-on, but my nephew wanted a pair of Jordan cargo shorts, so I ended up in the Sports Authority – and well I was pleasantly surprised by what I found. They had tons of cool stuff, not just the sneakers and shorts, I was looking for, but also camping gear, workout machines, and even some sweet golf clubs for my dad on fathers day.

I left spending more than I indented but I was really happy with my new sneakers and workout gloves, and I know my nephews going to love his shorts. But while I spent more their prices were on target and the staff was really helpful, even letting me try some of the workout machines, and golf clubs on for size. That said it can get a little crowded, so be prepared.

05/25/11

rolling the dice on sporting goods

by crash4335

Since I was a little kid, the Sports Authority has been a place that evokes excitement in me. In my tiny eight year old brain, I always put McDonald’s play-place adjacent to the Sports Authority. From camping tents to scuba gear to baseball bats to inflatable pool floats, the Sports Authority literally has anything and everything related to sports, entertainment, and the outdoors. As an adult, the excitement does not wane. You can buy an exercise bike in the same place as a new sports bra and running shorts. Looking for a bocce ball set? An elliptical machine? Golf clubs? No problem. Even their online store is welcoming; everything is neatly organized into categories and sub-categories, which come in handy to those of us who are OCD. I would say, however, that it is a destination for the average sports enthusiast. If you’re looking for the newest, hottest styles of sneakers, the Sports Authority should probably not be your first destination. I would also say that your shopping experience will vary by location, which for me is a negative attribute. When I walk into a Gap, or a Starbucks, or a Lululemon, the experience is generally the same no matter what. I don’t feel that way about the Sports Authority. Sometimes though, you just gotta roll the dice.

05/11/11

Sports Authority; Run don't Walk

by chelsearainbow

I had a memorable experience at Sports Authority... I wasn't going in to browse around and shop... I was on a lunch-break mission and that was all.
However, I did notice that a lot of the other people that did not understand what kind of running gear they should buy were being helped by staff... and they were actually giving pretty good advice about cold weather running gear...

I stopped in here to get a swimsuit while on my way to the new 24 hour fitness center which is only a couple of blocks north from here. I found the swimsuit, and the employees were helpful. The sign said 20 % off but then it wasn't reflected in the price at the cashier. The swimsuit employee went down there and confirmed the sign said it was 20% off and they said they would credit my card and it finally showed up. The charge and the credit were run at the same time and the charge shows up on my statement and the credit.

The changing area was well organized and clean and the regular displays are well-stocked and easily distinguished. 

I feel like their sales signs are sometimes difficult to understand, namely sometimes the sale is reflected on the tag, but often times it's not. I got a $10 gift card for spending over $50, so that was a nice surprise.

05/09/11

A Sporting Goods Affair

by Cara Lawton

I first would like to apologize to Modell’s Sporting Goods. I cheated on and there’s nothing I can do change that, and I’ve also decided to leave for the other store so just let me go (lol). Sports Authority one of the few place that I know where you can walk in and find equipment among other necessities for every single sport including the individual activities. As much as I love watching basketball I would rather go diving in my spare time. Furthermore, I don’t want to break my pockets paying for the charges that come with shopping at a specialty store. Though I will admit some of the items can be a bit pricey, at least everything you need is at your finger tips. If I want camping gear I don’t have to worry about roaming through half an aisle reserved for camping essentials and trying to figure out where I can buy everything else I need after buying some lighter fuel and only one brand of tent. I also don’t have to wait at the side of a counter while the sales associate is on the phone with the other stores checking for an item that should have been made available by at least three different brands. As a customer I like having choices and I choose Sports Authority for all my sporting needs.

10/20/09

Cheaper than Paragon, Not as high quality

by LParker

Sports Authority has a large selection, and its all affordable. The problem is that its kind of too affordable. If you want really high quality top of the line gear, you should go to Paragon

• Pros: Affordable Sports Equipment
• Cons: Not the best

08/20/09

Best for Sports Gear

by boblablah

Its awesome. Has everything I could ever need. Glad I popped in and found them. never used them befor.e very happy though now.

• Pros: Love this spot

Huge sporting goods chain offers footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a vast array of fitness, leisure, team and individual sports.

by Contributor

In Short
This sports superstore offers a broad selection of gear, footwear and apparel for nearly every sport imaginable, including golf, tennis, soccer, bowling, hockey, baseball, skateboarding, biking, camping, fishing, hunting, swimming, rollerblading and more. Those who prefer to stay close to home will appreciate an extensive selection of home gym equipment. Specialty items like massaging foot spas are also available for active individuals who need to recover or relax.