When we go visiting in Alabama (like we will on the 19th yee haw!) one place we always go is Academy Sports. I love it there. They have to drag me out!
I just found their online catalog. very drool worthy!
Now I hope they have that Polar HRM.
There are lots of great parks around Bham---especially Oak Mountain State Park. It is so beautiful, with over 25 miles of bike trails (bikes available to rent), horses for rent, fishing, hiking, camping, etc....