Readers' Choice: Best Sporting Goods Store

With Summer right around the corner, folks are looking forward to enjoying more outdoor activities.

Whether you're an avid hiker or fisher who takes advantage of Castro Valley's or enjoy running along the Duck Pond in San Lorenzo, you need the right gear.

So where do you head when it comes to purchasing sporting goods? 

Please explain your vote in the comments. You can also click the links above and rate the business on its Patch Places listing or you can leave a review on their page.

If there is another local spot that we missed, tell us in the comments section below and we'll add it in!

Official Rules: The winner will be selected based on a point system calculated on votes from this poll and star ratings in their Patch Places listing.

 The business with the most verified votes will receive 10 points, the business with the second most verified votes will receive 8 points, and the business with the third most verified votes will receive 6 points.

The business with the best star rating will receive 10 points, the business with the second best rating will receive 8 points, and the business with the third best rating will receive 6 points.

In the event of a tie, we will break it based on the number of positive reviews and comments, so please explain your choice.

Businesses: Don't forget to !

If you know of a great spot purchase sporting goods, you can vote for the best place in San Leandro Patch or Union City Patch!