A small business in the center of Redlands in the middle of nowhere (kind of). You pretty much have to know what's around the place to find it because I've been in that shopping plaza many times and never ever seen this place. It's a runners store so of course everything they have is for running. I bought my Adrenaline GTS 12's here because they had my color and my size! The girl who helped me was pretty helpful. She wasn't as extensive in helping me like how others say they were helped, but she was helpful and pretty knowledgeable in the sport of running. She let me try on another pair of shoes that were similar to the Brooks that she though I might like better. Come here if you're looking for running shoes because most likely they'll have your size and color unlike some other major chains. But my shoes were $1 more than the major chain sports stores but even with tax the prices were the same, so don't worry about "which one is cheaper?" because it's the same. read more

Doreen is incredibly knowledgeable! She will help You find the perfect shoe, no hassles, no pressure! Excellent customer service! I will definitely go back for my next pair of shoes! Happy running! read more

As a younger gentleman, I played football, basketball & baseball. I did most of that using converse; Chuck's. Last week, I tried running on concrete in a random situation in low top converse on concrete. I got a reality check as an older person not able to do what I used to do. At the recommendation of my daughter's bf I called this store and visited the very next day. I put on a pair of hoka's and was enlightened by their video diagnosis of my in store run. I ran like I was back in high school. I bought a pair. Thanks "running center" for your patient, u excellent help! read more

Personal attention was excellent. This was my first experience with the Running Center and it was great. The staff really know the shoes and can help guide you to one that works best for your style of running. read more

Was there sept 13,2021 at 10.30am and there was already 4 people ahead of me. The woman was helping everyone there with full attention and great customer service. I walk out of there with new running shoes and new insoles I'm on cloud 9!!!! Thank your for your expertise and great customer service. Will return again read more

The gal there was very helpful and had experience in helping me with picking the perfect shoe. I will be back!

The folks here were great, and helped my pick out the right shoe for my gait. Thanks for the help! read more

Running Center - Out with the old (left) and in with the new (right) - Sporting Goods Near Me - Redlands, California

I was eventually contacted by the owner who corrected the problem. I was able to make the exchange using the original coupon on the shoes I wanted. Honestly, even though I was not expecting a response, the Running Center that I have known from the past would do just that, address the issue and make sure the customer is satisfied. Thanks for great customer service. read more

Absolutely love the Running Center!! I started running about 7 years ago and got away with ordering random shoes online thinking I would save a few bucks. Eventually injuries started creeping in and I knew I needed expert help. The staff at the Running Center got me into the best shoe for my gait/pronation/miles/surface and it was like a miracle!! What a difference the right shoe makes! Since then, I have come in with various questions on my running aches and pains and the staff have always been able to help me figure out the issue. (The latest was IT band problems and Doreen help me zero in on the issue...I had changed my route to road running that was always cambered on one side! Changed my route and fixed it!) Just a couple weeks ago I brought my teen son in. He is new to running and thought I was ridiculous for insisting on getting fit for the best shoe. It was a game changer for him (they even had his size 15's in stock!). He absolutely can't believe what a difference the right shoe makes. Even though I get the same shoe every time, I will always buy them from the Running Center (never online again!). I value their expertise so much that I would never buy a running shoe from any place else! read more

This place is great. The Running Center's team is knowledgeable, work hard and thoroughly to fit you with the best shoe possible for your situation. I'll come back again. Whomever gave a one star is delusional and something is amuck with that review-that's probably more on Yelp than anyone. Anyway, great selection, service and value. Thank you, love my new Mizunos! read more

My third time coming here. Had another great experience. Staff has been very friendly during each visit. Helping me find great fitting shoes! read more

I had the best service ever from Doreen - she spent a ton of time with me - analyzed my walking and running patterns - compared the wear tear on my old shoes and then gave me like 7 different pairs to try on.... I'm back to training for triathlon and I can now say that BEFORE going to this store I had shoes to walk and jog in....BUT AFTER Doreen and going to this store, I now have shoes that I wanna only run in! She even gave me a good water bottle with belt combo recommendation---- (oops, sorry Doreen), I forgot that we are calling it my new "Mobile Training & Distance Hydration System" :-) Anyways, if you're in the market for running shoes and related and you go anywhere else, you're totally missing out - and guess what - I spent a lot less than I thought I would! read more

Love, love, love this place! Their prices are in line with every store online, or brick and mortar, which sells running shoes. I have shopped here several times and have been happy each time. I have come in after reading reviews and had something in mind that I ended up purchasing. I have also come here with nagging injuries and the knowledge I need to change up my shoes, but without a clue as to what to try next. I have purchased trail and road running shoes. I have received support and advice each time. Employees pay attention to your needs, your unique running style, and provide assistance. I love that you can run a bit in the shoes to try them out, which has affected my purchasing decisions. Buying in-person is even better than Prime next-day shipping because I always break in my new kicks immediately after getting home. read more

Knowledgeable and helpful. Helped me find new running shoes. Loved having the help. They have been here forever and there's a reason for it!! Great customer service. read more

Super knowledgeable staff and the best running shoes available...middle distance to ultra marathons they've got your shoes!

You know the general level of service you're going to get at a specialty running store. You know they're going to know their stuff, and that you're going to get well-taken care of. That's always been the case for me the few times I've visited Running Center. So what sets them apart? Why do I make the 45 minute drive from Palm Springs when there's a very awesome local running store out here as well? The fact that Running Center does two things: keeps the newest releases in stock, and they hold regular test runs with shoe company reps. I wasn't looking for the newest Nike Pegasus 31, but RC had it, and let me try it on. They did the same for the NB 980 Fresh Foam, as well as the Asics Excel 33-3. I didn't end up buying those particular shoes, but that they had them when no one else did wasn't lost on me. So when the Saucony Ride 7 came into my crosshairs, I knew RC wouldn't disappoint. Sure enough, they held a test run with the local Saucony rep. She had me throw on a pair, and I of course came home with them. I can't say enough how awesome these test runs are. I know it's OK to try on shoes to make sure they work, but I feel guilty trying on shoes I'm not sure I'm going to buy. So to have a test run with pairs there specifically for that purpose is perfect. I can try guilt-free, and that makes me 1000x more likely to buy. So folks at RC, you've won me over. I'm in Palm Springs now, but you're my local running store of choice. Heaven help me if I ever move to the Inland Empire! read more

First to review the Running Center? Odd, but okay... We came here as my wife was having problems with the shoes she was using while on the elliptical machine... numb toes, apparently it's a common problem with these machines. Our normal fitness shoe selection is basically as follows: Does the shoe look cool? Are they in my size? Are they 'comfortable'? We went to the running center as we heard they have experts... Oh yes they do! The staff were incredible, I didn't know there was so much to know about running shoes... After being told the application and the problems they went to work selecting shoes to try on. She must have tried on a dozen pairs, all selected by the staff. They have hard surface running down the center of the store, they make you walk or run on this surface while watching how you react to the shoes and how the shoes react to you - fascinating to watch. They eventually narrowed down the selection to a pair of running shoes we would never have even looked at normally, but they are pretty much perfect for my wifes needs and she's never had such comfortable exercise shoes. Amazing. No sticker shock either, the prices are compatible to anywhere you buy name brand sneakers, just this place has amazing knowledge in the product to help you get the best shoe for your needs. read more

I have gone thru 3 pairs of walking shoes in the space of a month, trying to find a pair that didn't hurt my feet or leave me with red sore soles; very frustrated. A Track coach told me about this store in Redlands, "The Running Store", so off I went this morning. They had specialists that spent time with you, listened to your problems with your current shoes, then watched you walk. My problem turned out to be my arches were turning inward and I needed shoes that had arches built in. They fitted me with 8 different pairs of shoes, and I narrowed them down to two and walked out with a pair of Nike's. I had previously been walking 1 mile per day and being painfully sore afterward. Today I wore my new shoes all day, walked one mile in the morning after the purchase, and then another one this afternoon and I'm so pleased. Not a sore area on my feet anywhere. I would so recommend these people and this store! I owe my friend who recommended this store!!!! read more

If you do anything from walking to serious running, The Running Store In Redlands is the perfect place to get your shoes. I have always had very good service here, but today could have been the best. I was able to work with Elizabeth, who was extremely nice and helpful and patient. She brought out five pairs, and helped me narrow it down to the best one for my gait. Now I guess I need to move it up a notch and start running! read more

Friendly and very knowledgeable staff. Just spent over an hour trying different shoes (and jogging in the store) to get the best ones for me. They have a wide selection and the staff will have you try on a variety of shoes to find the best for your feet / needs. My only gripes: Prices are a bit high, even for the athletic gear that they have in stock (shirts, shorts, etc.), and they don't have a reward / frequent buyer program (yet). read more

I have been buying my running shoes here for years. The staff is always knowledgeable and friendly. Whether your a beginner or running addict, they treat you well. I especially like the holiday sales read more

Running Center - Sporting Goods Near Me - Redlands, California

Running after a heavy meal...on my birthday?! Say whaaaa? Apparently, I was long overdue for some new running shoes, so my boyfriend took me here as a birthday surprise. I'll be honest, I wasn't very impressed by this store at first glance, but I ended up leaving happy AND with a new pair of kicks for running. Unlike Roadrunner, there aren't any treadmills for running, but there's a track that runs the length of the store and a camera that's set up at an angle at floor level so that you have a close-up of your stride on a TV. The guy who helped us was extremely helpful, and also very straightforward - he asked me a series of questions to help me determine my fit and didn't try to sell me and my boyfriend extra stuff we didn't want or need, which is what most salespeople do. A word to the wise: be honest and thorough when the salespeople ask you questions. They're there to find you the most comfortable shoe based on your specific needs. I tend to get running shoes that are way too tight on me (I have abnormally small, yet abnormally wide feet, so shoe shopping is always a drag), but with their help, I ended up finding out that I'm actually a shoe-size bigger than I thought. I tried on at least 4 pairs of shoes (ran in them all) and my perfect running shoe ended up being the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 14. They're snug with enough wiggle space for my feet, and most importantly, EXTREMELY comfortable on a treadmill, which is where I typically do all my running. This store also has decent discounts on their workout gear, so after picking out my shoes, I ended up snagging another Nike Pro Printed sports bra for under $30. I like that at this store, you aren't tricked into buying expensive, useless workout gear - you're simply free to peruse at your pleasure, with no salespeople up in your business trying to pressure you into an impulsive purchase. It's also good to note that they have a 1-month warranty on all their shoes (given that you didn't run in some mud) - meaning, you can return your shoes at any time within that period if it turns out to be the wrong fit. A++ in my book! read more

Very helpful staff. I wouldn't say friendly- but knowledgable . I tried on at least 20 pairs of shoes. They helped me pick the kind of shoe I needed for my stride. I narrowed it down and had to order the shoes I wanted in a different color and size than they had in stock. Sadly, I waited two weeks and never heard anything about my shoes coming in.... So I ordered them online and had them in two days. I would buy shoes from here in the future. Hopefully they will have them in stock. read more

I appreciated the expertise shown by the staff in identifying the issue with my running form, and finding the right shoes for me. With attentiveness and patience, I left a happy customer and will return again in the future. read more

I came in tonight to check out shoes to help with shin splints. A gentleman helped me and he was so informative and extremely helpful! I will definitely be back just due to the costumer service alone! read more

Nice employees who want you to have the best running shoes you can get your feet into and they know how to do it. Came for the kiddo not myself, he has some odd things going on when he runs and they helped him slip into shoes that will do their job right. Running 50+ miles a week, you need a good pair of shoes that fit your feet and compliment your form. The Running Center did just that for him and gave him a sweet student discount. We will def come back when running shoes are needed again! read more

After 2 years of running with my nike free runs, I felt like it was time to get new running shoes. I heard good things about this place from a friend so I decided to check it out. Pros: + The workers are very helpful and really seem to know what they're doing + They help you find a pair of shoes that really work for you Cons: - Not much variety in the colors of shoes. I ended up buying lunarglides and they only had it available in one color Overall, I love my new shoes and I really appreciate Running Center for helping me find a shoe that's perfect for me. read more

I walked in and was helped immediately. I told the guy helping me that I was a new runner and needed a gait assessment because my shoes were killing me. He watched me run in a few different pairs of shoes and I ended up going home in the first choice that he picked for me. I ended up with the same brand I was already in but a better construction. I got socks too and he gave me a discount that brought my total to the amount with the shoes only. I went running in the shoes when I got home and wow! I ran longer and with better posture. I will keep coming back to this place. Great customer service. read more

Running Center - Sporting Goods Near Me - Redlands, California

For me this store is worth your time weather you are a runner or walker, or in my case it was suggested by my Physical Therapist (the Pass in Beaumont) as I have been healing from a Metatarsal bone fracture. The shoes I had been buying I now see as sub-par. The personnel of this store have you try on several pair of shoes and watch you walk/run ( whatever your need) and always giving you particular information about the benefit if each fit. Looking at how much money we spend on running/ walking shoes...it pays to go here. Thank you to the staff I will be back I took home the BROOKS DYAD 8 read more

Awesome everything! My nephew comes here for his cross country running shoes and has always had a great experience. I'm recovering from a bad ankle injury and my foot is still slightly and visibly swollen. So we walked in just to get an idea of what i need and I got way more than expected. We were greeted at the door with hello's and welcome to the Running Center. We were immediately tended to by a young man. While being helped out, another female employee also made different suggestions about the types of shoes that may feel comfortable. The gentleman who was at the register soon came over to give a helping hand as well. Many questions we asked about how they felt. They were genuine questions, not the ones that are the ho-hum scripted type. I'm not a picky person but they knew what n how to help me find the right pair. I tried on 5 different pairs and I was sold. The staff was helpful, inquisitive, and professional! They are down to earth and not one of the Big Box stores! I know where I'm coming back for my next pair and I'm sharing the word! read more

Running Center - Thanks Running Center! I'm extremely happy and my shoes feel great! - Sporting Goods Near Me - Redlands, California

Doreen is a expert in her field. I highly recommend this place. Give yourself some time because you may have to order the shoes that you pick. Mine arrived within a couple of days. Thank you Doreen! read more

Running Center - Sporting Goods Near Me - Redlands, California

I went to Running Center for the very first time to buy a new pair of running shoes. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and took their time in looking for shoes that might fit. I felt very well treated, and I have a good feeling about today's purchase. I can highly recommend it. (Besides, it was a Wednesday, late afternoon, and not too much was going on - so it might be just a good time for testing out some new trainers.) read more

I have been to Running Center 4 times now and I will continue to keep going. I have been helped by different people every time and every time I get WONDERFUL customer service. I have to buy shoes for 3 kids and the prices have been great and very reasonable. The is a wonderful store to shop at and the only regret I have is that I didn't find the store sooner. read more

Great experience and stellar customer service. I wish the shoes were cheaper but I guess that's why we were there. To get what we paid for, which was the perfect shoe. And they definitely have those. Any time we need a specialty shoe for sports, running, etc. we will most definitely come here. read more

Went in for a pair of good quality running shoes. I wanted to go to a place where they could observe how i walk/run and tell me what type of shoes i needed. This was just the place to go to. Thanks josh ! read more

I always get great service here. I have been running since 2008 and I have purchased all of my shoes here. I love that they choose several shoes for you to try on and slowly eliminate them. They watch you run, to see which shoe gives you the best support. As an over pronater, this is very important to me. Also,the staff is made up of runners, bonus! read more

One of the best places to buy quality shoes!!!Great prices great salespeople the only place in area to buy quality at a decent price

As a beginning runner it seems like everyone had advise and Im sure it is all meant to be helpful however its tough to know who's advise would going to work best for me. Enter Running Center! From the first time I entered I felt like the awesome folks here really care about me and my running experience, they KNOW what they are talking about and have all the patience of a saint when dealing with my never ending questions! When buying a new pair of shoes they had me run thru the store while filming my feet and then played it for me in slow motion so I could really see why they were recommending the shoes they had me try, I know the shoes truly were going to help me run better and not just the shoes they wanted to sell that day! If you are a vetran runner you already know about Running Center but if you are just starting out you NEED to know about them!! Running Center Rocks!!!! Update 4/9/2015 I have been back for two pairs after racking up many, many miles and each time I get the same patient, and very knowledgeable assistance! Wont go ANYWHER else for my runnin feet needs! :) read more

I love Running Center! I just bought my 3rd pair from them. My first pair was a few years ago, my first really good pair of ASICs, then a pair of Brooks a year ago, now Sauconys. I'm not a runner, I'm a walker but I'm consistent and kill my shoes with the Cancer Relay for Life (27 miles in 24 hours) which was last weekend. You can always tell when you need new shoes, ankle, knee & hip hurt! Running Center employees are the best! They work hard to find the perfect shoe for your needs. I like a lighter weight shoe with good support. I tried on about 5 pairs until we found the perfect ones! They had a good sale this weekend too! Can't wait to try them out! read more

I found this place online at eBay because I wanted to buy some running shoes that are currently sold out in most other shoe stores. They have a nice inventory to choose from with great service and super fast shipping. Thanks! read more