NAICS 42391 - Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of sporting goods and accessories; billiard and pool supplies; sporting firearms and ammunition; and/or marine pleasure craft, equipment, and supplies.
Industry trends:
The Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers industry (NAICS 42391) is currently experiencing several notable trends. One major trend is the increasing consumer interest in health and wellness, driving demand for fitness and recreational equipment. This trend is further amplified by the growing popularity of outdoor and adventure sports, leading to higher sales of sports gear and accessories. Additionally, there is a rising focus on sustainable and eco-friendly products, with wholesalers increasingly stocking items made from recycled materials and sustainable sources.
Another significant trend is the integration of technology in sporting goods, such as smart fitness equipment and app-integrated gear, which is becoming more pervasive. Wholesalers are adapting by expanding their product lines to include these tech-enhanced items. Digital transformation is also influencing the supply chain, with wholesalers utilizing advanced logistics solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Looking ahead, the industry is expected to continue its growth trajectory, fueled by evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements. However, challenges such as supply chain disruptions and fluctuating raw material costs may pose obstacles. Wholesalers who can adapt to market demands and leverage digital tools are likely to sustain growth and maintain a competitive edge in the near future.
This industry is comprised of:
Ammunition, sporting, merchant wholesalers
Archery equipment merchant wholesalers
Athletic goods (except apparel, footwear, nonspecialty) merchant wholesalers
Athletic uniforms merchant wholesalers
Bait, artificial, merchant wholesalers
Baseball equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Bicycles (except motorized) merchant wholesalers
Billiard equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Boats, pleasure (e.g., canoes, motorboats, sailboats), merchant wholesalers
Bowling equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Camping equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Firearms, sporting, merchant wholesalers
Fishing equipment and supplies (except commercial) merchant wholesalers
Fitness equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Football equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Gocarts merchant wholesalers
Golf carts (except motorized passenger) merchant wholesalers
Golf equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Guns, sporting equipment, merchant wholesalers
Hockey equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Hot tubs merchant wholesalers
Hunting equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Marine supplies, pleasure, merchant wholesalers
Motors, outboard, merchant wholesalers
Outboard motors merchant wholesalers
Playground equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Pleasure boats merchant wholesalers
Pool (billiards) supplies merchant wholesalers
Pool (swimming) and equipment merchant wholesalers
Recreational equipment and supplies (except vehicles) merchant wholesalers
Skiing equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Sporting firearms and ammunition merchant wholesalers
Sporting goods and supplies merchant wholesalers
Sports equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Swimming pools and equipment merchant wholesalers
Tennis equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
Trapshooting equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
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