We don't know exactly what the "5" refers to in Big 5's name, but it's a damn certainty that this store is big. Everything sold there is designed to help get you active, inside or outdoors—from sports gear to exercise equipment to sporty clothing of all sorts to stuff you can use to go hunting, fishing and camping. The prices are pretty decent—and you'll get so much exercise getting around this place that you might decide you don't need that in-home gym. However, you may need some new walking shoes.
Runners up:
2. Sports Authority
Various locations
3. Play It Again Sports
4750 E. Speedway Blvd.
795-0363
4128 N. Oracle Road
293-2010
7280 E. Broadway Blvd.
296-6888; www.playitagainsports.com
