Ryan had been my go to guy when I needed running shoes. When he opened The Loop after leaving Ready to Run, I kind of fell off the bandwagon in a sense. Monday I stopped by the store, as it's down the road from where I work. Unfortunately, he was out, however, a young man by the name of Dre, I think I spelled it right, took care of me. Very impressed and satisfied with his recommendations and knowledge.Outstanding customer service indeed. It reflects on the owners, Ryan and Pam, of how they approach customer service and making the experience wonderful. The shoes I ended up purchasing were spot on to what I needed. Tested them out after work. I am back on the wagon again and looking forward to once again continuing my running journey with the help of The Loop Running Supply. Great store, awesome staff and two outstanding owners. I highly recommend if you are serious about running or even if not. They will take great care of you. Pricing was very comparable to what I have seen at other stores and even online. read more

I'll start by saying I'm very much not a runner, but I do have friends that are and this is such a cute place to get gifts for them. The staff is super friendly and they have amazing variety of gift items for the runner in your life. They even carry some chains stitch patches that are super cute, I had to get one for my friend. Definitely check this out if you're a runner or if you know someone who runs they a great selection of products! read more

Everything running all in one place- including the helpful and knowledgeable staff! Greeted as soon as you walk in the door- these people know their products and are very willing to help. Both times I've been in recently- they also offered a % off on the shoes I found. Conveniently located off the Ann and Roy Butler hike and bike trail- lots of street parking. read more

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Austin runners say, "Yay!" We once again have a gear store & meetup hub that is right off the trail in downtown (near the Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge). If you've been missing Luke's Locker and RunTex before that, The Loop Running Supply Company is your new jam. Shop local, y'all! Ryan and Pam Hess (formerly of Ready to Run on Far West and RunTex before that) have put their heart & soul into creating a new kind of running retail shop that focuses exactly on what runners need, with none of the excesses of the traditional retailers & big box stores. The new space (co-located with Gilbert's Gazelles) is compact with a modern, clean layout and a carefully curated mix of apparel, shoes, nutrition, and accessories. If you don't see something you want, just ask, as chances are that they have it in the inventory in the back or they can order it for you. The product offerings are from both tried & true brands, as well as from some new independent/boutique labels targeting high-performance athletes (such as Satisfy Running) and those who prefer minimalist styles. The casual T-shirts from Richer Poorer are cashmere-soft and I couldn't help myself from grabbing 2 to add to my embarrassingly large collection of running-related shirts, plus an Oiselle running T and a Loop Ring of Runners singlet. I may have a problem.... Ryan has helped to fit my family members with shoes before at his last shop, so I have total trust in his & Pam's ability to assess gait, experience, training goals, and style preferences to provide recommendations about the best shoe for any runner. The Loop carries a wide variety of shoe brands, including those from New Balance, Brooks, Salomon, Altra, and more. We will definitely be getting our next sets of kicks from The Loop and taking advantage of that sweet Austin Runners Club discount (show your current membership card to activate). If you are a regular Butler Trail runner, you will be happy to hear about the lockers at The Loop. For a mere $35 per month (more for larger sizes), you can reserve your own, which also comes with free garage parking, shower access, core workouts, 15% in-store discounts, and a free week of run training with Gilbert's Gazelles. It's basically like a downtown gym membership right off the trail and the free parking (right off the trail!) alone is worth it. Starting in February 2018, The Loop will launch its regular schedule of community/social runs, likely to be in the evenings. Check social media (especially IG and FB) for more details. Retail Store Hours Mon - Fri : 9am - 7pm Sat: 8:30am - 6pm Sun: Noon - 5pm (note: locker/shower access is available earlier/later) Park in the Gables garage and bring in your ticket for validation. read more

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There are a lot of reasons to buy running stuff from anywhere except a local running store, so my goal is to convince you why you should support not only your local running store, but this local running store. VS online: two major downsides to buying online - 1) the inability to try things on before you buy them, and 2) the inability to get expert advice from someone instantly. The first one can really be solved by any brick and mortar, but the staff at the Loop live and breathe running-- its clear that they have extensive historical and hands-on knowledge about all of the gear they sell. VS national chains: three main differences here -- First: The Loop not only has the essentials in stock, but they also have a curated collection of harder-to-find brands not sold in many, or any, other stores, like Satisfy, BLK RBN, RunBK, and others. Second, similarly to online, national chains typically don't have the breadth and depth of knowledge that the staff at The Loop has. Third and most importantly for me, at the end of the day, buying from any local running store vs a chain means more money supporting the local running community here in Austin. read more

Was visiting town with my husband for our anniversary, checked out their website and noticed they have a wide variety of shoes not normally sold in other specialty stores. Decided to take a trip to the store and had a great experience with the staff. All the guys were very down to earth and knowledgeable about all their products. My husband and I had a great experience from the moment we walked in, to the moment we checked out. We will continue to make this our go to shop when we are in town as well as for online orders. read more

Support your local running store! These guys are great. Rod and Pam are super friendly, knowledgeable, and are easy to talk to. Don't come in expecting hundreds of shoes in all the colors, take that as a good thing! They only carry the latest and greatest in regards to their products. So when you get something there you can be sure quality is what is important. If parking is an issue drive into the parking lot next to the store. They validate. read more

I would give 10 stars if I could! The guys made us feel welcome as soon as we walked into the store. Josh introduced himself, took a look at our shoes and instantly knew what we wanted. He is super knowledgable and very friendly. I'm nerdy and read dozens of "expert" reviews on the latest running shoes, so I was very pleasantly shocked to find that Josh had helpful insights on the shoes that I couldn't glean from the articles. My husband was a bit hard to fit and Josh was so patient with us, bringing us many pairs to try and gave spot-on advice. Perfect experience! read more

I don't consider myself a real runner. I join run/walk groups to try to get in shape. Even when I am running consistently, I am very slow and have rarely run a sub 10 minute mile. So going to a real Running Store that looks to cater to RUNNERS (people who enter and place in 5k, 10k, 1/2 Marathons and Full Marathons across the country), can be super intimidating. But this is not the case with The Loop. Ryan and team are so friendly and helpful and will make sure to get you into the right shoe. They are encouraging to all levels of runners and will help you find the right group for your ability level. They support The Austin running community and this store is a great addition to the trail area downtown. Can you go to Academy and find a pair of running shoe for less money? Probably. But will you end up with injuries because that shoe might look cool, but is a horrible fit for your foot or stride? Definitely! And you will probably have to go back and get another pair or just give up running altogether because you didn't have a specialist helping you pick the best shoe for you. And they may not always remember your name, but they will remember you as "New Balance 880 who transitioned from Mizuno xxx". I don't remember what model the "xxx" was, but I guarantee you that Ryan does! And because they keep track of their customers and purchases on computer, you will never have to remember the brand or pesky little model number. I basically bought my most recent shoes via FB messenger. P.S. I went to the New Balance "outlet" in San Marcos a couple of weeks ago thinking I could find my shoes for a good deal. Turns out I could have purchased the 2018 model for the same price I paid for the 2019 model at the Loop today. True Story. read more

I was shopping online with them and had to call with a question. Ryan, who I believe was the person I was speaking with, was extremely helpful. I had intended on having the shoes shipped, but Ryan offered to drop them off at my door, himself, that same day. You rarely experience customer service as thorough as that. As well, he took the time to find me the best deal on the shoes I was purchasing, checking different discounts they were offering at the time. I highly recommend them! read more

I'll be the first to admit, I'm not a big running enthusiast. But I love boxing, and my trainer is forcing me to run. Dammit. I knew I needed a decent pair of running shoes and had seen a feature on this place in Austin Fit magazine. So I decided to check them out, and man - I am so glad I did!! A little backstory - years ago I went to RunTex because I'd heard they check your feet, gait, stride, etc. and hook you up with a great shoe. My experience was less than stellar. I went to Rogue a couple years ago with the same hopes of finding a shoe that worked for my high arches. The Mizunos they put me in were a disaster. I've been wearing mostly Brooks since I was 15, but I've been having trouble finding the style I usually wear (Glycerines). Imagine my surprise when Gilbert himself spent a great deal of time and care helping me. I think I tried about 7 different shoes - including Brooks Glycerines. THIS was the kind of service I'd been hoping for at the other places. Simply amazing. This place is first-class all the way, and I can't recommend them highly enough or say enough great things about them. Thank you, Gilbert, for your patient and thoughtful help. Much appreciated, and I will definitely be back. PS in case you're interested, I ended up in a pair of nice, cushy New Balance shoes. :) read more

Very knowledgable staff. Great prices & brands. I'm not a hardcore runner but they made me feel comfortable and patiently showed me several options. The Loop is a fantastic addition to the downtown shopping scene. No need to go to the Mall or the big box store - just walk over to the Loop and grab some shoes! read more

One of the few local running shops left. Always a friendly face. Great vibes, awesome branded clothes. They hos cool local events and support local organizations (like #sportsbrasquadatx and Austin Justice Collation). Also, the only store that sells Oiselle in Austin! Thanks, Pam and Ryan! read more

Ryan was absolutely wonderful to work with. I am not a runner and I was looking to try out different shoes to find out what would be most comfortable on my feet for walking and maybe running at some point. He welcomed me and my little chihuahua mix dog warmly into the store. I told him that I wasn't ready to buy but that I wanted to try things on. He spent about 40 minutes with me explaining the virtues of different shoes and letting me try on several pairs. He gave me shoes at different price points and made me feel comfortable when I asked basic questions. They are the only local running store in Austin as far as I know. Definitely support them if you can! read more

Incredible location, great selection and Hess and Pam are incredible people and business owners. I highly recommend checking it out and supporting this small business! read more

Hands down best running store! The employees are so nice. They genuinely care about their customers. I won't ever buy my gear anywhere else.

So glad that my first ever Yelp review will be for The Loop. It is as simple as this.....I had a Gazelle point to point long run that finished at The Loop. My car was 14 miles away and one of the owners was kind enough to drive me back to my car. Serious.....who else does that!?!?! I don't think this is something that they hope to do every day, but it is nice to see that Customer Service still exists. These guys are the best so go get fitted for a new pair of running shoes or buy some new gear and support a great local running shop!!! read more

What an amazing store! The store and owners (Ryan & Pam) are fabulous! They know a lot about running and are extremely friendly.

Great service at the Loop! I have some pretty specific injuries/shoe needs that I needed a fitting for. Both are different. One is normal....one way not normal...and a back issue to contend with. We tried 10 pairs of shoes. "We" meaning Bernard and I collaborated on each pair. He watched me walk, job barefoot and with each pair. I thought he was going to get bored but he was more determine than I was to ensure a perfect fit. I wasn't sure and he said try it for a few days and let him know. I heard that before from another shoe company only to be told, "well...you ran in them so we can't take them back" You told me to try them? So, I walked 3+ miles at Town Lake and had a concern and took them back. I spoke with someone else who said to try them another 1-2 weeks to see if the normal foot adapted to it given it was just 1 time. He took my information and assured me there'd be no problem returning them for store credit. Well, more time on the trail, volleyball court and running errands and they fit beautifully. Thanks to the team at The Loop for the help in the fitting, the great shoe and standing behind their word. Highly recommend! read more

Randomly stopped by this place while messing around downtown. Great business. Very knowledgeable staff. Good selection. Very glad I stopped in. Love my new shoes! read more

The Loop Running Supply is already well on their way to being the premier destination for running culture in Austin. Great staff. Great shoes. And right off Town Lake. Good luck guys! read more

Bought shoes here and used them immediately. Next day I was in pain and ultimately had to go to podiatrist for massive heel pain. He said the problem was Possibly the shoes, but I didn't wear them again and planned to return them. A couple of months went by before I finally got down there. Told the people my story and they understood and quickly helped me find a new pair. No questions asked, no b.s. they just wanted me to be happy. Because of how they me treated me today, I am exactly that. I'll buy from them again anytime! Great place. read more

New running store opened up next to the trail so I decided to stop by. The store has this hip vibe to it but at the same time you can tell they are serious about what they do. The owners are super knowledgeable and seemed pretty plugged into the Austin running community. I'm not a super experienced runner so it felt great to walk in and have a more intimate shopping experience with knowledgeable (and patient!) people helping me find shoes. Local shops like these are what make Austin great. Overall great service and shoes selection. I'll def be coming back. read more

Ryan Hess and The Loop Running Supply to the rescue! I knew this was a great store already but experienced first hand on my way back to Texas for the holidays. Half way from Alabama I realized I forgot my run shoes. Thinking I would need to drive all over Austin the Friday before Christmas looking for my shoes I didn't hesitate to make that first call to The Loop. Ryan said he sold many but low and behold had my shoe and size! I was still hours from Austin but he put them aside for me to pick up. No stress for me at all! Easy parking, validated, and was in and out in record time. I was ready for my long run the next day!! Great people working to meet every runners needs! Thank you to The Loop for all they do! read more

Just visited the coolest new running boutique in Austin, Texas! If you're an avid or even perhaps a novice runner, this is your go to spot. Hate running but you have a love for sneakers? These guys have you covered. Family owned and operated. Service and quality here is TOP-NOTCH. Get to The Loop!!! read more

Great running shoe buying experience at The Loop. Good local shop with a personal touch. I'll be back.

Thank goodness for The Loop! Great shop with expert hands on advisors to help you find the right shoe. Also, I am loving that they have a small assortment of running shorts, tights and tops and in brands that are fashionable but not widely distributed at retail. When I picked up my next gen Levitate shoes yesterday (had been fitted with first gen at the Loop and am in with them) also was able to pick up long run nourishment...good variety here. read more

Hi Y'all. My apologies for the saga but I just wanted to say thank you sincerely both to your store and to Rod. I went to two of your competitors over the last 24 hours. One completely ignored me in the store and one offered no real advice or assistance in purchasing. I was just gonna give up and buy online but I decided to try y'all out on my way home. Rod and others welcomed me warmly. Rod stepped up and was AWESOME in his information and recommendations. I immediately bought from y'all and will be exclusively using you in the future read more

Growing up in Austin, I've seen a lot of running stores come and go. What I love about The Loop is that the most trusted running coaches and leaders in the city are a part of The Loop team (Gilbert and Bernard)! They're selection is amazing, they're ambiance is welcoming and non-intimidating. Bernard helped me find the best shoe for my feet/knee problems from past running injuries. I truly felt listened to- it was just an awesome experience! Also Pam & Ryan Hess, the owners, are changing the game. They are revamping the running culture in Austin- in the best way. read more

I really loved my experience with The Loop. I'm not a super intense runner--more of the once-a-week run type of person. After some bad experiences at other running stores where I felt like I wasn't getting the guidance I wanted or was being ignored because I wasn't part of the running "clique", I dropped by the Loop with my 4-year-old running sneakers. Ryan was great! He did a really thorough gait analysis that took twice as long as other places I have been! He listened to how I use my shoes and did not seem at all judgmental that I was a true "occasional" runner, but needed some good shoes for a variety of athletic activities. read more

Shopping for running shoes at the Loop was a wonderful experience! Pam and Ryan were extremely kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. They will work with you to truly find the right shoe for you. I am not an experienced runner, so I was a bit intimidated to go, but they were very welcoming and non-judgmental. My partner and I both bought new shoes and the price was great on both pairs. You also receive a discount if you bring your old shoes to donate. I highly recommend getting your running gear here! If you need more incentive, they have a very cute dog. read more

I'm from out of town and called to see if they have a certain shoe and if they could ship them to me. Ryan was very helpful

So happy to have some one who knows running shoes in central Austin again. Ryan was really helpful. Buy local at The Loop.

This store is my new favorite Running store. The staff helped me find shoes that are perfect for me given that I've had some foot problems which was super helpful and helped encourage my husband to get his first pair of running shoes (he's just starting to train for his first marathon). We will definitely be back- absolutely love everything about the store, and we had a chance to meet one of the owners who is an awesome person. We are huge fans all around! read more

Awesome local store!! Love my new shoes that Ryan and Pam helped me select! Really easy store to get in and out with the parking garage attached to the store read more

It's nice to get fitted and offered shoe options in a nice relaxed atmosphere. Ryan and his wife Pam are super friendly and accommodating.

I love this place so much! The Loop is no question the coolest running store I've been to. They have a huge selection of first rate running shoes from a wide range of brands including Nike, Brooks, New Balance, Altra, and Skechers Performance (who are making incredible products). They also have some of the best apparel on the market. The apparel includes things like the French brand Satisfy - who uses fabrics that are normally only obtainable by elite athletes and which has an amazing design aesthetic, the American brand Tracksmith - who produces beautifully designed basics of the highest quality, and the most nicest kit you can find from companies like New Balance. They also have very cool designs on their custom Loop singlets and tees. Don't forget all the great running accessories - bottles, packs, delicious gels, the best socks you can find - etc. Their employees are all really great people, and it's locally owned and operated by passionate runners. Check them out! read more

Awesome new spot. Pam and Ryan and the whole staff know running inside and out. I can't recommend this spot enough. Definitely will be back for more! read more

Our new favorite store for running shoes! My daughter needed new shoes and Ryan spent quality time with her, analyzing her run and walk to determine the best fit for her, then gave us several options that would work. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Very knowledgeable and helpful. I came in with a case of plantar fasciitis and quickly found a shoe that was much more comfortable and supportive. Friendly staff. read more