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Paragon Sports covers four sprawling floors, from a basement stocked with running gear and children's sportswear to an attic devoted to boxing and home fitness equipment. The golf and tennis departments dominate the main floor in summer, while snowboards, soft shells, and ski equipment take over the same space in winter. The brands tend toward high-quality, luxury names—think Marmot, Arc'teryx, Patagonia, and Helly Hansen—but more affordable choices such as Coleman camping accessories have a place here too. There’s also a generous supply of men’s, women’s, and children’s North Face jackets and footwear tailored to all kinds of sports, from baseball to boating. — Andrew Cleary

Sales

Annual warehouse sale in fall.

Key Departments

Camping & Hiking

This massive New York institution has gear for any expedition, from a day wandering in the woods to a month of sleeping in the Arctic. There are sleeping bags for all climates, dozens of tents, and day packs that will please the most serious travelers.

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