Looking for good running shoes store

[magician]

Any runners here? Since summer is approaching, it's time to work off the fat I have accumulated over the winter. So I finally dragged my lazy butt to a workout today and realized I need a new pair of running shoes. I have wide feet and my left foot tends to underpronate, so after 10 mins of running, the outer edge of my left foot was hurting so bad that I had to stop. I need recommendation for a shoes store with knowledgeable sales people that really knows what they are talking about. Foot Locker is just not gonna cut it. Thanks!

 

[Ashley Fame]

If you're in this area..

Any runners here? Since summer is approaching, it's time to work off the fat I have accumulated over the winter. So I finally dragged my lazy butt to a workout today and realized I need a new pair of running shoes. I have wide feet and my left foot tends to underpronate, so after 10 mins of running, the outer edge of my left foot was hurting so bad that I had to stop. I need recommendation for a shoes store with knowledgeable sales people that really knows what they are talking about. Foot Locker is just not gonna cut it. Thanks!

My suggestion would be the "Running Room" in Vancouver. They have very knowledgeable staff there to help with your needs. They're also a very reputable company. Good luck!

 

[capt_canada13]

I always get my gear at Racquets and Runners at Oak and 23rd.

 

[FuZzYknUckLeS]

The Running Room was okay, but I liked Forerunners better. They guy that helped me actually let me try the shoes on and go outside and run up and down the sidewalk. This made a world of difference in the selection process, as you can imagine. He was also insanely knowledgable and helped me to the point where I almost started to feel guilty for taking so much of his time. No pressure either, they even suggest you shop around. Price was on par with the other places for the most part.

I'd definitely repeat.

L=10 (the shoes)
S=10
A=10

 

[magician]

Thank you for all the suggestions. Now I know what I will be doing tomorrow.

 

[smackyo]

new balance store at robson and burrard. new balance shoes are the shit.

 

[Marvin]

My suggestion would be the "Running Room" in Vancouver. They have very knowledgeable staff there to help with your needs. They're also a very reputable company. Good luck!

True, they have stores across Canada and do have competitive prices.

The Running Room was okay, but I liked Forerunners better.

Forerunners is one of my favourites in addition to The Run Inn on 41st, near West Boulevard. Both of these stores are owned and staffed by runners so the advice you will get will be top notch.

When you go in to try on new runners, take an old pair with you so that they can determine what type of foot striker you are. There are so many different types of runners out there now - neutural, cushioned, motion control, stability and racing flats. Nothing worse than buying the wrong shoe, just because it looks good.

new balance store at robson and burrard. new balance shoes are the shit.

I've run in New Balance since high school but the New Balance store will rape you when it comes to pricing. I would suggest you go and try on the runners and then go to Forerunners or The Run Inn to buy them. If they don't have it in stock, they can usually order them in for you.

 

[josephl]

Running stores that work for me

Fore runners on 4th Ave in Vancouer, Runners Den in Port Moody. Very knowlegable staff, you can take the runners for a "test run" on the side walks outside and if after a couple of runs, you don't like them, you can return the runners