A Runner's Mind

Got boots and a custom fitting. While the fitter I worked with showed poor human interaction…read moreskills, he did a great job getting a good fit the first time around and I feel like in the end he meant well. I'd go here again but it would not be a great place to go if you let others push you around. I made a point to push back when my areas of pain were being dismissed as "boots are not supposed to be extra cozy" or felt my issues were being dismissed. My advice to the fitters might be to start by asking how long have you been skiing and what specific issues have you been having with prior boots. I am sure most fitters here do that but it was not my experience. I'd give it 5 stars if this didn't happen.

Super personalized. Very detailed fitting. Very satisfying and feel more confident already. Wanted…read moreto get an expert opinion and I got it. Thank you very much.

That's me in my skiboots.

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Big 5 Sporting Goods

3.2(72 reviews)

3.4 mi

I was here tonight buying soccer items for my son and shoes for myself. The guys were super helpful…read moreand so nice! Highly recommend!

Quick and efficient service. Easy in and out. (always a plus in the Bay Area)…read more The grandson wanted a new basketball. Off to Big 5. We were directed to the product as we entered the store. Good selection. Also easily found wiffle balls, another grandson "need."

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Peninsula Guns and Tactical

4.3(418 reviews)

4.7 mi

I purchased my first firearm from Peninsula Guns and Tactical today, and everyone at the shop was…read moreextremely helpful and friendly. One staff member, Cal, really stood out. I went in completely sure that I would be leaving with a 1911. Cal showed me other options, answered all my questions, and helped me decide that a Sig Sauer P220 was going to suit my needs better than a 1911 would. If you are in the market for a firearm, especially if you are a first-time buyer, come to this store.

Candy store. If you have a "I wanted addiction to firearms," stay away...they have a great…read moreselection, and everyone there is so nice!

Merry Christmas from the Peninsula Guns crew!

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Hi's Tackle Box

3.4(167 reviews)

7.2 mi

Jonah and Michelle took amazing care of me! Jonah provided guidance and advice, and since I'm…read morerelatively new to deep sea fishing, I am so grateful for his time and expertise. The selection of gear was excellent, there were multiple options in everything I needed. The cost of the gear is equal to anything you will find online, but you also get the opportunity to discuss options and learn from the experienced team at HI's. HI's will have my business for life. Thank you, Jonah and Michelle!

Went there to have them spool line in to my reel. They are very reasonably priced 10 buck for 2…read morespools. They were fast and very efficient helping me. They have a huge selection of rods, reels, line & etc. They are also very knowledgeable with regard to local fishing....just ask!

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Perry's Knife and Tactical

4.6(88 reviews)

32.2 mi

Customer service is the best. Owner is very helpful and…read morelets you take the time to browse and compare. Offers sharpening services and a wide variety of knives. I have ordered items not in the store and they ensured they got them to the store for me in a quick manner. Didn't sit in things for weeks and wait to call the distributor. Handled things immediately and quickly keeping me on track.

Yesterday I went to Perry's knife to inquire how much to sharpen my Miyabi Kaizen Knifes. Tye owner…read moreKaren quoted me and as I was leaving she handed me a card if I bring 3 I will pay $15.00. Today I dropped of my knifes including my veggie scissors instead of paying over $40.00 she charged me $25.00. What a deal! She went extra mile to provide excellent customer service. If you are looking to get your knifes sharpen or any thing this is the place to go as she will hook you up. Thank you Karen!

Three kitchen knives need sharpening, confirm cost if I drop them off and pick them up when ready.

Clone knife sold to me. Says she thought it was a clone before selling it to me. Scammer alert.

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Lefty's Sports Card Store

3.6(139 reviews)

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Lefty's is a neighborhood sports store with a true mom‑and‑pop feel, offering an impressive variety…read moreof merchandise, memorabilia, and collectibles. The shop is always well organized, and the staff -- many of whom are long‑time regulars -- are knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely happy to help with questions or purchases. Whether ordering online or buying in person, my items are consistently ready the moment I arrive. For a small business, their technical processes are remarkably smooth and efficient, and I've never experienced a single issue. Over the years, my family has enjoyed countless visits to Lefty's, including autograph sessions with players from the SF Giants, SF 49ers, and Golden State Warriors. Now that my children are grown, I still find myself returning for autographs and photos -- especially with the Golden State Valkyries. Every signing event is orderly, organized, and well managed. I highly recommend picking up your tickets prior to the event to avoid waiting in line with others who opted to get their tix at the event. There is no first come/first serve chaos, because customers are served based on number sequence appearing on the ticket, therefore the line moves fairly quickly. Lefty's is located in an open-air shopping center (aka strip mall) with plenty of parking. For visitors who can't stand for long periods, nearby spots like Starbucks and other food establishments offer seating with food and/or beverage purchases. I remain a loyal customer of this hidden gem and always look forward to my next visit or event.

We've been coming to this local shop for a couple years now because of the vast majority of items…read morethey have and it's a large variety which is appreciated. But the few times we've come by, the customer service is just not good. We went in when it's slow. My husband was looking at one of the staff looking for help, and the girl was like, "I work here too!" Insinuating that she is also available to help with questions, but maybe not with that attitude is appreciated! Why can't she say "oh, I can help you." But not at all. Definitely off putting. Sometimes I get the feeling they discriminate too, they give you a little attitude for asking questions and not buying. I agree with others that their prices are crazy, especially with them being a local store, they can price things better especially they have a great selection and the location is great. We always try to shop at small mom/pop shops cause we love the uniqueness of the stores and the variety they hold, but this is just not good. The feeling we get going in isn't welcoming and the attitudes, it's not worth it! We may not ever come back and give them business.

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Big 5 Sporting Goods

2.3(55 reviews)

5.4 mi

What an amazing experience !! I bought a $ 50 pair of shoes…read more. They felt great . But when I got home I realized the were blue in the front . Work requires black shoes ! So I went back and explained to the girl Working there . She walked me back to the shoe Section and helped me try on 3 pairs ! I bought Sketchers ! They feel great . The manager and other worker there were all wonderful ! So happy ! Thank you !

Well, this is not my first time to this 5 location, let's see what's going on here currently:…read more This location is Closing due to the owners not renewing their lease. This location has been a hit or miss for some time now, but most reliable in some small things. All selections are 10 plus percentage off at this time. The values are still ok for what you are getting. The service was ok at the front counter, but the guns and amo section was not that great. All in all, this location will still be missed because of the Fishing and amo supplies that were available; the place a few blocks up the street is Very high in price for the same items. This is 1 star because they are Closing ; l just hate to see a sports persons supply store close.

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Muhic Tim Ski & Snowboard

4.9(84 reviews)

3.0 mi

A different kind of review…read more I visited Tim's shop to seek a fix on my snowboard for a couple of core shots that happened early season. I'm someone who keeps their boards for a long time, but this year was the year I happened to upgrade. I brought in my new Burton Custom to see if Tim's shop could take on the fixes. I was pretty bummed out, and I knew I needed to take care of filling these core shots if I wanted to keep this board like my other ones for many years. Tim graciously inquired, "have you done any kind of repair work on your boards before?" I said I have not. He then was very encouraging and said I should try and do the work. It is labor intensive, and I could learn for future repairs. I ride trees and backcountry a lot. Tim then told me what to buy and hooked me up with metal grind and p-tex for free. Well, after a few YouTube videos and buying my own tune kit, I finished the repairs and tune today and it turned out so good! Even though I didn't get anything serviced at Tim's shop, he was cool and "taught me how to fish." I could have spent the same amount of money to get it fixed at Tim's shop or other, but now I learned a life long skill that is in an industry I love so much. Tim's shop was super busy with tunes and fixes, and I'm sure that's part of the reason he was encouraging for me to take on doing the work. But ultimately, I think he saw someone who is passionate about snowboarding and could learn something really useful. Thanks for the challenge Tim, I might start charging my friends to fix their gear :-) Justin

Prime example of an excellent local business, came in for a standard tune up for my snowboard and…read moreTim immediately took great care of me. Listened to the issues I was having it, busted out the screwdriver and diagnosed it on the spot, took it in for a fair price and got it back to me the day we agreed on looking absolutely pristine. And gosh the tune up job was almost too good, I was flying down the slopes, and even traversing catwalks it felt like it just wanted to go. Can't recommend this shop enough. Yes it's a bit more expensive than your big business spots but the peace of mind and clear care for your equipment is worth it to me personally. Will be coming back for all of my maintenance needs.

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Just received a prescription mask that was made and shipped to SF in under 72 hours!…read more and I could not be happier Dexter is amazing and walked me though the whole process after calling and seeing if there was a chance to get a new mask before my trip next week It's rare you get good customer service these days and it's even more rare for "great" I can definitely recommend this place! Thanks again Dexter

Tristan was so helpful. I was looking for fins and booties and a hood for a snorkeling trip. He…read morewas so patient and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this place.

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4.5(128 reviews)

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We stopped in to purchase shoes for our upcoming vacation and received incredible service from…read moreKyle! He was very knowledgeable of all the products and gave fantastic advice for both me and my wife. We took scans on the Aetrex machines and learned a lot about what target areas were causing soreness. We left with some Aetrex soles and Kizik Lima 2's and couldn't have been happier. After walking in them all day, it's been life changing. This store was a great experience and look forward to bringing friends and family!

I was able to go back to the store, and after trying on a few pairs, I settled on Brooks running…read moreshoes, which are far better. Yadari did a wonderful job making sure I found the right fit and explained why the previous pair didn't work out. I do think I was lucky to be in town for a while. Otherwise, I would have been stuck with New Balance 990s that I couldn't wear. The staff should also watch for the issues Yadari pointed out, such as excess room in the front of the shoe, which was causing friction. I'm very thankful for the service and advice Yadari gave me.

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Laura G.

15 years ago

So I have never taken the time to give an evaluation on Yelp but in this case I had too! Here is my story: I made a commitment earlier this year to take better care of myself by working out on a regular basis. As part of my resolution I thought new shoes were in order. I got a pair of cute grey/pink Reebok RunTone shoes, $100 bucks, (big waste of money)! More on this later.... I started walking 4 times a week, 3-4 miles. Over the months I gradually increased my workouts to walking, weight training and riding on the elliptical. Well, long story short during one of my workouts I injured myself. I tried everything to remedy it myself, but no luck. I then learned from internet research and my doctor that I have a dreaded painful condition called planar fasciitis. I never once thought my $100 Reebok RunTone shoes could be the culprit of my pain, but I was wrong. Many people told me that these shoes were all hype, but there are so many options of women exercise shoes to choose from that I was dizzy from all the choices and just went for cuteness! Big mistake... A friend at work told me about "A Runners Mind" in Burlingame. I live in San Jose and the idea of traveling to Burlingame from my home was not compelling, but I knew that if I wanted to continue my workouts and to keep on track with my resolution I needed to give new shoes a shot. So I made the drive, 50 minutes, best decision ever! Monte, one of the store owners, conducted what they call a gait analysis. He started by asking me to walk barefoot around the store. The goal was to determine, based upon the way I walk, and the way I distribute my weight, to find a shoe that is especially right for me. Monte brought out several pairs of shoes for me to try on, he told me that having high arches makes me susceptible to planar fasciitis and recommended that I also include orthotics to help stabilize my feet when I walk. What an incredible difference! I am now wearing Brooks Adrenaline GTS II running shoes to the gym, around the house, all the time. Best and most importantly, I'm living absolutely pain free! No arch pain what so ever! So a message to the staff at A Runners Mind: Thank you for spending time to help me. Your impressive knowledge of running/exercise shoes and dedication to making customers happy and satisfied is something you rarely see these days. My new shoes have given me a new found motivation to keep on working out AND they are very cute! read more

M E.

10 years ago

Please if you can help it, do not shop at this store. I am sure that you can find the same shoes elsewhere. The customer's at this location are an annoyance to the staff. The staff is extremely unhelpful and rude. It took me four times to get the $150.00 pair of shoes and I have not worn them because I am certain I received a used pair of shoes as new. The staff has no knowledge about their product; when I asked about a different color I was told that the shoes came only in the orange/pink, which was in stock. They just wanted to make sure I purchased those shoes. I had a prescription, so I was desperate to purchase something to give me relief. I took the shoes home just to find out that there were other colors available; furthermore when I tried to walk on them, I realized that they were the wrong size. I had to go back to the store to tell the salesperson that the shoes were the incorrect size, and that I knew that there were other colors available ( I need the shoes for work and I can't were orange color shoes), so please order a more darker color. The staff was not happy about assisting me, but they order the pair of shoes. About a week later, I received a call indicating that my shoes were ready to be picked up, so I went to pick them up and took them home. Upon review, I realized that the shoes did not have the inserts and they looked used. I went back to the store and was told that the shoes did not come with inserts and that they were not used. The shoes were ordered or I was told - a few days later I received another call to pick up the new shoes. I have the shoes and have not worn them because I am sure I received the same used pair of shoes - I am sure that they just pulled the inserts from another pair. Avoid this store it's my suggestion - I don't know what I am going to do with the used shoes. read more

Michael M.

5 years ago

I went in here today because my feet are currently in bad shape with plantar fasciitis and I needed to invest in some good running shoes. I was greeted by Caleb who took his time and was very patient and helpful in assisting me with getting some new shoes. He helped me find the right pair for me. He was very informative and friendly and is a good salesperson. He introduced me to a few other things to purchase for my feet but not in a pressured sales kind of manner. He did it in a helpful manner which I totally appreciated. It was a good experience all around and all of the other staff members were also helpful and friendly as well. I'll be back. read more

Steven W.

14 years ago

I first visited the store about 2 years ago, when I needed tips on using a foam roller after running a half marathon. Monte and Faisal were extremely helpful on that first visit, staying open late and teaching me how to use a foam roller. They encouraged me to join them on the track for group workouts. Since then, I've become a regular, attending their weekly group runs, joining their ARM academy, and even stopping by the store just to talk about running. It's my go to place for running shoes, clothing, accessories, and nutrition. read more

Aaron H.

341

10 years ago

I am not a veteran runner by any means, recently I have signed up for a half marathon and was in need of new shoes. I had through my that this would be like all my other shoe experiences but I was wrong. I meet Dawson who was phenomenal, he took the time to help me get the prefect running shoe, I felt comfortable and he had a way of encouraging me efforts to run even inviting me to a runners group. This is a place I recommend to all these people truly love to run and love helping others make the most of their running experience. read more

Loretta D.

9 months ago

Extremely disappointed in the direction this shop has taken. As a long-time patron, I find their recent public stance accusing the President and most citizens, including their own diverse customer base, of heinous crimes to be unprofessional and alienating. I go to a running store for community and expertise, not to be alienated by aggressive political rhetoric. It's a shame to see a local staple become so divisive. I'll be taking my business elsewhere to a shop that focuses on the sport and treats the community with respect. read more

Timothy H.

12 years ago

The store seems be good for our community and organizes a nice group of runners. I give them five stars for being attentive to my needs even though I am not a runner anymore. I hit the high school. AstroTurf and do my sprints. Last year I used my shoes over 500 times; mornings and some afternoons and they held up well. Good quality. I am an avid golfer and have practiced with the shoes and if you know anything about golf you'd realize how much stress it puts on the sides of a shoe. To your continued success. read more

Yankee X.

455

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909

13 years ago

Excellent place. My old coach in high school recommended this store to me all the time. The people in there are focused on each customer, and you can get the shoes you want. A bad thing is that there are not many discounts, and you usually have to buy the shoes for marked prices. They give discounts to students, but you have to be a student for that. The store advertises community runs, so you can definitely get to know a few people while shopping in this store. read more

Mark B.

15 years ago

These folks really know what they are talking about. What great knowledge and help they provided to me immediately when I walked in the door. Forget the research online and with high school kids in big stores. Their knowledge is so much better than reading garbage from people who think they know it all or even worse, marketing from the manufacturer. It is worth the trip, even if you don't live near Burlingame. After all, we are talking about your feet. read more

Jenny K.

12 years ago

The A Runner's Mind in Burlingame is still there.....just moved down the block to 1111 Howard Ave. Check out the new digs! Great looking shop with lots more room for fantastic products. Even the clothing racks, shoe wall and benches are hand made and unique. A beautiful labor of love by owner, staff, family and friends! Oh, and the team's knowledge about shoes and all things running and walking is still the best! read more

amy c.

2 years ago

I took my parents to this store to find new walking shoes for their upcoming international trip. The staff was incredibly helpful in assisting them in selecting the ideal pair. Fantastic selection and outstanding customer service, I would highly recommend this place to anyone in need of quality footwear. read more

Rama S.

11 years ago

Came into the store the day before a 10K desperate for new running shoes. Monte was incredibly helpful and insightful on what sneaker would be best for me. He didn't have my size so he called his other store and got it to me the same day! Incredible customer service. read more

Darian D.

13 years ago

Went here to get training shoes for Cross Country. My parents gave me a budget of only 50 dollars, and these guys sold me shoes that were worth 110 dollars for 50. I highly recommend A Runners Mind for anyone that needs new running shoes. read more

Marco S.

11 years ago

Extremely helpful and friendly environment, not up tight but professional. Was helped by a nice young blonde girl today who helped me find exactly what i was looking for. Overall great experience. I will definitely be back. read more

Sandra L.

12 years ago

Love, love, and love this place! Great KNOWLEDGEABLE customer service! I highly recommend this place for any one who walks.

Elias L.

102

14 years ago

wow seriously they had the exact shoes i was loking for. very comfortable and affordable. highly recomend them.

Alena S.

13 years ago

Excellent shop. Friendly and attentive people, interesting atmosphere. =)

Anne A.

201

13 years ago

I am going to start running. This is the BEST place to START! LOVE!

Elizabeth S.

13 years ago

This place is adorable & has the best running shoes!

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(17 reviews)

I used to get our slippers when they had a store at northgate mall for the holidays...when they…read morestopped opening their seasonal stores there I bought Ugg slippers as they were more readily available but the uggs did not have the same quality as the wolly rascal slippers. The wooly rascal slippers last for a long time and because of the natural shealing they don't get as smelly as other slippers. We now order from their online store.

Wooly Rascals is an awesome small business. The family that owns the business is extremely friendly…read moreand they make quality products. I first learned of them while attending the Harvest Festival years ago. They also sell online. My mother fell in love with a leather purse that is a sling/backpack style. She has had the original one I purchased for her for over 10 years now and also has a couple others. The leather has held up beautifully and the owner has gladly made minor repairs to the bag. I also have a couple of pairs of his sheepskin shoes/slipper/mocassins that come up to the ankle. Other than them stretching a little over the years the sheepskin and soles holds up extremely well. Rather than give my money to Uggs I prefer to give my money to a small business in the area. Wooly Rascals deserves it.

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