Run Shop

I stumbled across this place a few years back, and ended up buying myself a pair of Adidas trainers (when I’d actually popped out to buy myself some onions from the grocers). I guess it was one of those whim purchases but consequently I’ve ended using them a lot because they’re so comfortable.
The staff in here are very knowledgable and can suggest different styles of running trainers/​clothes depending on your foot shape, type of exercise and fitness level. They’ll even make you run around and look at your current shoe soles to understand how your body and feet carry your weight. This can be invaluable when you have no clue deciding whether you should buy a cross trainer or dedicated running shoe. Brands include Adidas, Asics, Brooks, GORE, Nike, Odlo, Pearl Izumi, RONO, Saucony and Thorlo.

Aside from having in-​depth technical knowledge, the guys at Run are runners themselves, so when they are recommending kit it is from the perspective of someone who has used it. It’s only a small place, but well stocked with running kit for both ladies and gentlemen. If you’re buying new trainers, take the old ones along with you as this helps them to decode your running style /​gait and thus which trainers to recommend. They then get you to run up and down outside the shop to confirm their opinion and give you the chance to try the trainers in action before you buy them. Overall a place where customer service comes first. Definitely worth a visit!