Best store to get fitted for running shoes?

firstsip
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  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    Depends on where you live. Go to a running specialty store, not Richard's Sporting Goods.

    Some of the more common ones in the US

    Fleet Feet
    Road Runner Sports

    Most towns have at least one, locally owned, store. Ask the Google. The Google always knows.
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    Depends on where you live. Go to a running specialty store, not Richard's Sporting Goods.

    Some of the more common ones in the US

    Fleet Feet
    Road Runner Sports

    Most towns have at least one, locally owned, store. Ask the Google. The Google always knows.

    Everything on Google ends up bringing me to message boards of people saying, "Go to Google." :laugh:

    I live in the Metro-Detroit area, if that helps anyone... but yeah, mostly I'm looking for if anyone would recommend a nationwide running store or sporting store. I'm sure local stores would be best, and I'd usually support those... but again, GOOGLE AIN'T HELPING ME.
  • mikey063012
    mikey063012 Posts: 4 Member
    I like new balance store they are really nice and have good shoes
  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    Try this local running club's page for more information.

    http://downto.hostme.com/
  • Joreanasaurous
    Joreanasaurous Posts: 1,384 Member
    Depends on where you live. Go to a running specialty store, not Richard's Sporting Goods.

    Some of the more common ones in the US

    Fleet Feet
    Road Runner Sports

    Most towns have at least one, locally owned, store. Ask the Google. The Google always knows.

    Everything on Google ends up bringing me to message boards of people saying, "Go to Google." :laugh:

    I live in the Metro-Detroit area, if that helps anyone... but yeah, mostly I'm looking for if anyone would recommend a nationwide running store or sporting store. I'm sure local stores would be best, and I'd usually support those... but again, GOOGLE AIN'T HELPING ME.

    Have you tried googling but filter to just places instead of the entire intererweb? Or Yelp? Google rarely if ever fails f you take the time to so it right. :)
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    I'm asking for opinions here, people! I'm on a fitness forum! :laugh:
  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    I'm asking for opinions here, people! I'm on a fitness forum! :laugh:

    When it comes to running shoes, other people's opinion's don't mean anything. Only you run like you run. Only you have your feet. Only you know what feels comfortable. You could have 100 people here tell you that the Brooks Wizbang is the best shoe in the world and it might be the worst one for you, causing injuries. You need to get fitted by someone that knows what they are doing.
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    I'm asking for opinions here, people! I'm on a fitness forum! :laugh:

    When it comes to running shoes, other people's opinion's don't mean anything. Only you run like you run. Only you have your feet. Only you know what feels comfortable. You could have 100 people here tell you that the Brooks Wizbang is the best shoe in the world and it might be the worst one for you, causing injuries. You need to get fitted by someone that knows what they are doing.

    I'm not asking for shoe... I'm asking for a store recommendation where they know what they're doing! I don't know if walking into ****s or DSW or Sports Authority or what is going to give me good results. I don't know if it's like the difference between getting a bra fitted at Victoria's Secret versus getting it fit at Nordstrom.

    Hence why I asked!
  • mdhummel
    mdhummel Posts: 201 Member
    Fit to Run is awesome if they have one in your area.The shoes will run you $150+, but they will fit like a glove!
  • dorianaldyn
    dorianaldyn Posts: 611 Member
    I'm asking for opinions here, people! I'm on a fitness forum! :laugh:

    When it comes to running shoes, other people's opinion's don't mean anything. Only you run like you run. Only you have your feet. Only you know what feels comfortable. You could have 100 people here tell you that the Brooks Wizbang is the best shoe in the world and it might be the worst one for you, causing injuries. You need to get fitted by someone that knows what they are doing.

    I agree! Nothing can compare to a good shoe that works for YOU. The shape of your foot, how you run, etc., all play a roll in proper fit and optimal performance. Keep your eyes open as you're driving around. I can think of at least 2 running stores close to my house.
  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    I'm asking for opinions here, people! I'm on a fitness forum! :laugh:

    When it comes to running shoes, other people's opinion's don't mean anything. Only you run like you run. Only you have your feet. Only you know what feels comfortable. You could have 100 people here tell you that the Brooks Wizbang is the best shoe in the world and it might be the worst one for you, causing injuries. You need to get fitted by someone that knows what they are doing.

    I'm not asking for shoe... I'm asking for a store recommendation where they know what they're doing! I don't know if walking into ****s or DSW or Sports Authority or what is going to give me good results. I don't know if it's like the difference between getting a bra fitted at Victoria's Secret versus getting it fit at Nordstrom.

    Hence why I asked!

    I gave you a link to a local running club which lists local running stores. Do I need to go try on the shoes for you too? :smile:
  • kitigonkukoo
    kitigonkukoo Posts: 218 Member
    Where I live (Orlando) we have a place calle Track Shack- a specialty store for running. I would look up "Detriot running store" or something along those lines, and just make sure that it's not a large sports store with a ton of different departments... I've always found that the specialized ones are truely better when it comes to advise and running shoes.

    Don't mess around with your feet... bad shoes and poor advise will get you every time (personal experience talking).
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    I'm asking for opinions here, people! I'm on a fitness forum! :laugh:

    When it comes to running shoes, other people's opinion's don't mean anything. Only you run like you run. Only you have your feet. Only you know what feels comfortable. You could have 100 people here tell you that the Brooks Wizbang is the best shoe in the world and it might be the worst one for you, causing injuries. You need to get fitted by someone that knows what they are doing.

    I'm not asking for shoe... I'm asking for a store recommendation where they know what they're doing! I don't know if walking into ****s or DSW or Sports Authority or what is going to give me good results. I don't know if it's like the difference between getting a bra fitted at Victoria's Secret versus getting it fit at Nordstrom.

    Hence why I asked!

    I gave you a link to a local running club which lists local running stores. Do I need to go try on the shoes for you too? :smile:

    You have been oh so helpful! I'm ever so glad I asked a regular runner for recommendations :smile:
  • iWaffle
    iWaffle Posts: 2,208 Member
    Here in the Dallas area there are several Run On! stores that do the job well.

    http://www.runontexas.com/
  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    Try this local running club's page for more information.

    http://downto.hostme.com/

    I just noticed that this link goes to the home page. The menu bar at the top has a link for "Favorite Links". That is where the information you seek is contained. Here is a direct link to it as well.

    http://downto.hostme.com/DTRW_links_1.htm

    You're welcome.
  • sjohnny
    sjohnny Posts: 56,142 Member
    I found a listing in Grosse Point for Hanson's Running shop.
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    Try this local running club's page for more information.

    http://downto.hostme.com/

    I just noticed that this link goes to the home page. The menu bar at the top has a link for "Favorite Links". That is where the information you seek is contained. Here is a direct link to it as well.

    http://downto.hostme.com/DTRW_links_1.htm

    You're welcome.

    What a darling.
  • BurtHuttz
    BurtHuttz Posts: 3,653 Member
    Well, it sort of matters where you are. There's a local place about 30 minutes from me called "Raquet and Jog" and they sell . . . yeah. Anyway, they have excellent staff who are all runners. But unless you're within a commute to Rockville, MD, that won't help you.
  • belgerian
    belgerian Posts: 1,059 Member
    There is a new balance store in Farmington Hills they are good, Also a running fit store in Farmington Hills and Plymouth. I usually buy mine at Running fit but the New Balance store has very knowlabge staff also. Might be a bit of a drive for you probably something closer I would imagine.
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    No one's had any luck with nationwide sports stores, eh?
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    http://www.runningfit.com/

    You could give these guys a whirl. They have locations in your area. I know absolutely nothing about them. If they're doing it right, they will watch you walk and run on a treadmill to see what your feet are doing...from there, they should be able to determine your pronation...or whether you're neutral. They should measure and bring you a few different brands of shoes to make sure they're getting it right and the particular shoe is not only a good fit, but comfortable for you as well.

    It's a somewhat difficult question to answer because most true running specific stores that do it right are local/regional, not big chain shoe stores.
  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    No one's had any luck with nationwide sports stores, eh?

    No. They don't have trained shoe fit experts. When you go into a running store, you are being fitted by a runner that has been trained to determine what type of shoe you need for the way you run. There are three basic types of shoes. Neutral, Stability and Motion Control. If your gait requires a Motion Control shoe and you buy a Neutral shoe, there is a really good chance that you will end up with an injury. That's why it's important to take the time to go to a running store and to make the investment in the right pair of shoes.
  • belgerian
    belgerian Posts: 1,059 Member
    No one's had any luck with nationwide sports stores, eh?

    You should go to a local running store the sales people usually are very knowladgeable (runners themselves) and will get you a good shoe with a good fit. Once you get fitted for a pair you like purchase them anywhere you like. The prices are very comparable to the big chain stores and some of the shoes ive found work for me are not even available at the big chain stores.
  • firstsip
    firstsip Posts: 8,399 Member
    http://www.runningfit.com/

    You could give these guys a whirl. They have locations in your area. I know absolutely nothing about them. If they're doing it right, they will watch you walk and run on a treadmill to see what your feet are doing...from there, they should be able to determine your pronation...or whether you're neutral. They should measure and bring you a few different brands of shoes to make sure they're getting it right and the particular shoe is not only a good fit, but comfortable for you as well.

    It's a somewhat difficult question to answer because most true running specific stores that do it right are local/regional, not big chain shoe stores.

    That's alright, this answer is pretty much what I was looking for... I should rule out bigger chain stores and just look locally is what I figured, but it didn't hurt to ask.

    Looks like Running Fits are hit or miss according to Yelp, but if I get the whole shpeel you mentioned, hopefully it can't go wrong.

    I feel like the passive aggressive answers have clearly never gotten "professionally" fitted for things at one store and had a hugely different answer at another :laugh: And running shoes are much more expensive than bras (but not wedding dresses). That's why I was looking for, "Oh, I had a bad experience here..." or "I've heard good things here!" That seems to only work with nationwide stores, though, so I'll rule 'em out!
  • trogalicious
    trogalicious Posts: 4,584 Member
    No one's had any luck with nationwide sports stores, eh?
    I've found specialist shops are typically staffed with folks that know what they're doing. Nationwide shops have been "meh." Kinda like asking the dude stocking produce at Walmart which potato is more nutritious. They just pick it up and go "Yeah, I can potato."
  • stealthSLOTH
    stealthSLOTH Posts: 695 Member
    No one's had any luck with nationwide sports stores, eh?

    The main difference is that if you go to a running shop they will film you from the side and the back while you run on a treadmill and study your gait / pronation and all that jazz before recommending a shoe.
    I do think it's important to go a store w/ more than one brand though, so I would avoid going to a Niketown, etc. (I have no issue w/ Nike, but for instance, those are a bit better for people w/ narrower feet, etc.) Best to go to a place w/ wide selection in terms of brand and type (minimal, trail, etc,) :flowerforyou:
  • Joreanasaurous
    Joreanasaurous Posts: 1,384 Member
    No one's had any luck with nationwide sports stores, eh?

    I know I haven't. I tend to stick to small locally owned stores where running is all they do. When a store is dedicated to just running they tend to be more passionate and knowledgeable. That and I just prefer to support local over corporate. Or at least that is what I have learned through personal experience. I could suggest my store, bit since it is in Southern Cali you are for a drive. Thus my earlier suggestion of google. So it will actually be local to you and not me.
  • dougii
    dougii Posts: 679 Member
    Fleet Feet or National Running Store. I did this a couple of 100 miles ago at Fleet Feet and the shoe I ended up with (at their suggestion) has changed my entire running experience for the better!
  • RunnerLisa1
    RunnerLisa1 Posts: 84 Member
    No one's had any luck with nationwide sports stores, eh?

    Not me. The problem with the big sports stores is they tend to hire retail people, not necessarily people trained in running shoes. It is OH SO IMPORTANT to find someone who knows what they are doing. We have Peak Performance in Nebraska but again that probably doesn't help you. These places tend to hire experienced runners, the guy that fit me for my shoe's was the cross country coach for the women's team at University of Nebraska, that's the guy I want helping me pick the right shoe every time!!
  • belgerian
    belgerian Posts: 1,059 Member
    http://www.runningfit.com/

    You could give these guys a whirl. They have locations in your area. I know absolutely nothing about them. If they're doing it right, they will watch you walk and run on a treadmill to see what your feet are doing...from there, they should be able to determine your pronation...or whether you're neutral. They should measure and bring you a few different brands of shoes to make sure they're getting it right and the particular shoe is not only a good fit, but comfortable for you as well.

    It's a somewhat difficult question to answer because most true running specific stores that do it right are local/regional, not big chain shoe stores.

    Ive purchesed mine at running fit and been very happy with there recommendations and purchases.

    That's alright, this answer is pretty much what I was looking for... I should rule out bigger chain stores and just look locally is what I figured, but it didn't hurt to ask.

    Looks like Running Fits are hit or miss according to Yelp, but if I get the whole shpeel you mentioned, hopefully it can't go wrong.

    I feel like the passive aggressive answers have clearly never gotten "professionally" fitted for things at one store and had a hugely different answer at another :laugh: And running shoes are much more expensive than bras (but not wedding dresses). That's why I was looking for, "Oh, I had a bad experience here..." or "I've heard good things here!" That seems to only work with nationwide stores, though, so I'll rule 'em out!

    Ive purchased mine for the last several years and my daughters at running fit and been very happy with there recomendations. Be prepared to pay anywere between 100 to 150 for a good pair.

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