The crew at RTR are awesome! They have a great selection and are super knowledgeable about all things running. Bonus points they are locally owned and operated so they know and run in Austin--I think that's important! And it's not just shoes y'all! I have about 20 pairs of socks from there and I will never go back to my old ones! read more

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. They have a great selection of shoes and apparel. If you're looking for running info they can get you connected to local running clubs. They have lots of free runs from the store too! read more

Went in to purchase a gift card and the two people working were extremely kind and helpful. Assured me that they would take good care of my friend when she comes in promising to help her find the right shoe for her needs. I can't wait for when I need new shoes myself so I can come back! read more

I visited this store for the first time today and was impressed! The selection of shoes & accessories seemed good. I was looking for a type of shoe in general, and my knowledgeable salesman Charles patiently gave me several shoes to sample until I honed in on one that I think I'll be very happy with. Plus, I even ended up getting a 15% discount since I'm a member of a local running club! read more

This is my first time coming here and this will be the only place that I will ever go to again for shoes. When we went in the guy came up and asked if he could help us. He then asked to look at where our toes were in our existing shoes. He then measured our feet, watched us walk and jog and then made suggestions. He listened to our feedback and choose perfectly. This place is also locally owned and operated! Try Ready To Run before you go anywhere else!! read more

Ryan is awesome! What was supposed to be a stop for a marketing visit ended with me walking out the door with my first pair of Mizunos and a pair of socks. I have annoyingly flat, wide, feet, but after just a few observations Ryan came back with 3 choices. My choice just happened to be on sale, so I feel like I got a hell of a deal. Complete opposite of a previous experience I had with a different shoe fitting store. You can tell he's been doing this for a while and wants to make sure that you get the shoes that are right for not just your foot, but for the terrain. These are my new go to guys for running shoes from here on out! read more

Very happy with my Brooks shoes. Service was great. Parking is not an issue. The price was reasonable. Location is convenient. I will be back. read more

Great local store for all things running. I went here to get a new pair of running shoes for an upcoming marathon. The guy that helped me out spent a good amount of time watching my walking and jogging form. He then brought out a few pairs of shoes to try on. He also looked at my old pair of running shoes and explained that based on my wear patterns that I had been wearing the wrong type of shoe (I had a pair of Brooks for overpronation that were recommended by another store). I ended up with a pair of Mizunos and my training runs have been night and day when compared to my prior runs with my old shoes. read more

Went by to.grab Amphipod to carry my FOB and discovered this was in fact an old RunTex. Staff and owner are old school RunTex staff trained in the art of offering great customer service, willing to explain things to you and answer all of your questions. I'm an old RunTex fan from the 90's. I will return to buy my next pair shoes for sure! read more

This place is great, and the staff were super helpful and I didn't even purchase anything yet, I just went in to see what they had and if they could special order shoes for me. So excited to have another local running store to support! read more

Awesome staff. Julie did a fantastic job of getting a novice runner /typically barefoot yoga teacher into a solid pair of shoes. Love the shoes so far, and loved this store. They were friendly, smiley, and super patient with me -- considering I'm an out-of-towner who knew nothing of running, (and with my two-year-old who kept misplacing items). read more

I just picked up a pair of brand new New Balance runners, and I dig em! The service was excellent, they are in my neighborhood, and they are local. PERFECT combo. The salesperson, Ryan, was thoughtful paid attention to my concerns, and selected 3 pairs for me to try on. It was a seamless experience, and I am ready to break these bright green shoes in! They also have run groups meet at their store to run the hills of Cat Mountain and Ladera Norte. read more

It is hard to find a quality store like this. Ready to Run has a thorough, friendly and experienced staff. They don't try to up sell you, but do recommend exactly what you need. My needs have changed since a back injury a few years ago, and the staff gave me the best customer service, including a gait analysis of my walk and run. I was fit properly and didn't have to wait for help either. Support local businesses and get to Ready to Run! read more

Great place to buy shoes and related supplies. They carry all the top models and have a great staff. I'm relieved they opened for us north Austinites. They also have a similar used shoe donation program that Run Tex had. read more

I asked if this was a chain, not because it had any sort of chain vibe, but because I was desperately hoping that there was a chance of having one back home. Knowledgeable staff, great selection, and a program for recycling/reusing your old shoes (while giving you a small discount). Nothing to not love! read more

Attentive, very helpful. Spent lots of time with me even though clearly I'm not a runner. Reminded me of the great folks who used to be at Hill Country Running before they closed, but the nice man who helped me said that they were former Run Tex people. Take your old shoes for them to donate and get a $10 discount. read more

Great overall experience! Ryan really understands shoes and, more importantly, the process to find the right pair of shoes. He listened to my background, injuries, shoe history, measured and analyzed my walk/run. Ryan brought out 3 pairs of shoes and number 2 was the winner. I also found out that I've been buying running shoes for years a size too small. I've shopped at other stores like Rogue and Luke's and my experience at Ready to Run trumped both. Highly recommend. read more

I signed up for Yelp because I wanted to write this review. This weekend I drove to Ready to Run because my trusty old pair of Mizuno running shoes -- the only other pair of running shoes I've been professionally fitted for -- no longer had treads in the places where I need 'em to run Lake Austin. I highly recommend shopping here for your running shoes -- the store is Austin owned and operated, a professional runner helped me figure out the best shoes for me, and best of all the people at this store are friendly, informed, and genuine. I had a great experience (details below, if you're interested). I am more of a casual 5K-er/Jillian Michaels DVD-er. No matter your athleticism level, there is no need to feel nervous or pressured in this store. Parking was easy. The store is well-lit, clean and feels spacious but is as big as the family shoe store I remember from childhood. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the young guy working the floor. I'd brought my old shoes, and the man looked at the treads to make sure this type of shoe was working for me, and looked at the size. Because I was open to other brands, he returned with three different pairs -- Mizunos, Asics, and Brooks. We talked in detail about comfort and fit with each, and as others have said, I jogged in each with the guy checking my gait. The store has a special designated running strip inside. There were more friendly staff behind the counter, though the man from the floor checked me out. I was given the option of either $10 off for turning in my old pair of shoes or no discount but a free pair of socks. The price was affordable given shoe quality and was comparable to my last running store experience. They saved my shoe information in the computer so that I don't need to haul shoes with me next time or if family/friends want to get my feet a holiday/birthday gift, they can make sure to pick something that fits. read more

I highly recommend this store. The store associate, Enrique, was very attentive and helpful during my visit. He provided excellent customer service and made sure I was completely satisfied with my purchase. I found the perfect running shoes! read more

Today I made a phone call to see if a certain shoe was in stock. Like the other stores in town, this particular shoe was not one that Ready to Run had in their inventory. But, Ryan was quick to let me know that he would easily be able to order the shoes that I needed in my size and color of choice. How easy is that! This took 5 minutes. Because of their fast, friendly and knowledgeable service, I HIGHLY recommend Ready to Run. read more

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. They help fit me in the right shoe for me, and I appreciate that they are all runners. I don't get the same confidence in the help at the big box chains. And Ready To Run is locally owned and managed - another reason to choice them over big box. Great return policy too. read more

I'm not a runner; I lift and cross train. Some running stores carry training shoes, none carry a large array. Hence, when I decided to commit to this path, I needed to visit several stores to try all of the current recommended shoes. Ready to Run was my second store. The first store was manned by a marathoner, unsurprisingly, who did not take a deep interest in my quest. I ended up purchasing a pair of Nike Metcon 4, a best selling and highly regarded cross training shoe. These are good but hard shoes. The store only had the 4 and not the Metcon Free X, a lighter and more cushioned shoe. I'm an older lifter who has recently lost 70+ pounds. I have abused my joints with obesity for over 45 years and wanted to see if I had other options. I drove to Ready to Run and met Charles, a runner older than myself and experienced in fitting folks for many years. He listened to my story, had me roll up my pants, and walk the runway. We determined that I had a neutral gait. Charles got me two pairs of very stable, low drop shoes. Both were wider than my feet, which generally isn't a problem for lifters but may be a problem with cross training and side to side motion. I asked if he had the New Balance Minimus 40? He did not but had the Minimus 20. As the name implies, these shoes are barely there. Charles noticed that I had been using some orthotics in my previous training shoes. We moved them to the Minimuses and the experience totally changed. It was clear I now had some shoes that gave me a strong contact with the floor, more cushioning than the Metcon 4s, and, most importantly, a partner in discovering the right shoes for me. I bought the Minimuses and a new pair of orthotics. Together and after applying a new customer/gym member discount, they cost less than than the Metcon 4s. We'll see how these work out. It is very clear that Ready to Run and Charles want my business. I suspect that I'll be able to explore, through special orders with them, getting me the perfect shoe. This is why you use specialized retail stores and not scattershot purchases from the Internet. I'll buy my lifting shorts from the 'net but not my shoes. I'm glad I found Ready to Run. I hope they expand their lifting/cross training shoe selection. read more

I have decided to at least put in a token effort and start to think about running possibly. This is the place to go. The people are soooo helpful and found me shoes that are incredibly comfortable so I don't even mind running (ha ha that is a lie running is awful unless you are being chased by someone with a machete). Huge assortment of shoes and socks and accessories and knowledgable staff will get you set up for whatever you want to do. read more

I had an excellent experience buying new running shoes today. I made the mistake of buying my last pair of shoes because they were on sale at one of the big chain stores. Well, my toes paid the price after a long training run this past weekend. I knew I needed professional advice picking out the right running shoes and I got that and more while at Ready to Run. They measured my feet, watched me stand, walk, and run in the store, and suggested several pairs that I was able to try out. I walked out of there with brand new shoes and some great advice on exercises to strengthen my hips to try and avoid repeat IT band issues. I am happy to support this local business and you will be too! read more

Great selection and they are very helpful to get you the right pair of shoes.

Best service I've had at a running shoe store. They have a good selection of all the major running shoe brands. Ryan was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Matched me with several pairs of shoes to try on after watching me walk and run, then gave me feedback on each pair I tried after walking and running in each. Would highly recommend. Oh, and he also included a free pair of high quality running socks. :-) read more

The store has a very friendly staff. They listen to what you are looking for. If you are a runner or not, they want you to have the shoe that fit your needs and your feet. They take the time to meet customers' needs. Great store! read more

These guys/gals know whats up. Ryan is an extremely knowledgeable runner and owner. The staff, Drew, in particular are great as well. They know what their talking about and will not intimidate you if you're new to running, walking, or fitness. If you ever need anything running or WALKING related come here, We are lucky to have these guys in this neighborhood so tell your friends and family to come here! read more

Knowledgeable staff (owners) fitted me perfectly and was on my way in less than 20 minutes. Great location with alot less trouble than the others. Highly recommend these guys. read more

I went to ready to run a few weeks ago for the first time. I've been dealing with injuries for over 6 months now and came in looking for guidance. I spent about 2 hours in the store and was very impressed. The staff were attentive & knowledgeable. They helped assess my gait and examined my old shoes and inserts. They were patient, & I felt like they sincerely cared about helping me find an appropriate shoe. I recommend this place and look forward to shopping here in the future! read more

I'm from out of town, so wasn't sure where to go. Ready to Run was recommended, and I can see why. Outstanding service and great running knowledge. They took time, got me fitted, answered all my questions and even gave me some encouragement! It was a fantastic experience. I highly recommend the team at Ready to Run. read more

Went in for a brand new pair of running shoes. They do the whole shebang, measuring your feet, and watching you walk, run, etc. Brought out 3 different pairs that all felt good, but the 1st pair was the most comfortable. Asked if they had any Asics that would fit me well, and she brought out a pair that also fit great. Julie helped me decide which pair fit the best; it was a tough decision. I picked the first pair she brought out, and after running a quick 10k today, it was definitely the right decision. The staff are very helpful and knowledgeable! read more

Love Ready to Run!! I was looking for a certain model of shoe and they were so helpful and knowledgeable. They had to ship them to me since I live in Indiana, and they arrived sooner than I had expected which was great since I really wanted them before I had to leave for vacation. I will absolutely be a returning customer! These guys are great! read more

I have been a runner for a few years now, having run cross country in high school and with clubs in college. Today, I went into Ready to Run looking for some new shoes to start me off training for my first marathon. Originally, going to Ready to Run was just convenient because of its location, but after talking to Ryan and Scott for a good 10 minutes, just about my pronation and running history, I realized that Ready to Run is more than just a convenient store. I tried on three shoes from three different brands, and Ryan checked my gait and stride with each pair. Overall, the staff is incredibly kind and helpful. I would recommend Ready to Run to any runner, veteran or novice. read more

If your looking to find the perfect running or workout shoe this is the place to go. The employees are so knowledgeable and helpful.

I stopped by today to simply try some of the higher end running shoes. I had no intention on buying today (waiting on a bonus next month) and was still treated with kindness and willingness to get any shoe they thought I may like. Bob was very informational and you bet I will be back next month to get my shoes. read more

I ended up not purchasing a pair of shoes, as I wasn't ready to commit to changing brands, however, the store was very accommodating in allowing me to try different options, and the best part was their mini indoor track to run along. I've never experienced that before in a running store. The staff is very helpful and offer good suggestions as they're quite versed in their products. I bike on Parmer and Ronald Regan a lot, and have stopped in the store to catch a breather and fill up on water. I would highly recommend this running store for both novice runners and seasoned marathoners. read more

Great customer service - individual gait tests to see what kind of shoes you really need. Went in with a foot pain issue and walked away much better informed with proper shoes! Enjoyed it so much that I joined their running club, in fact! read more

I began running a few weeks ago more seriously and wanted to replace my old shoes. I found Ready to Run on Yelp and I'm glad I did. I went in and had my feet measured, and the employee watched me jog and walk both with and without shoes. He brought three pairs of shoes to try - all around the same price point ($110-$140) and the first ones I tried on I bought. I also got some socks to prevent blisters, and the whole set up has totally been worth it. I will definitely go back here for my next pair! read more

Great new running store! I would recommend Ready to Run to runners of all levels. The staff is very friendly and helpful. If they don't have your size, they're happy to order it for you. They have shoes, apparel and all kinds of running accessories, some of it on sale. How nice to have the opportunity to shop at a local, caring business rather than a generic, soulless chain! read more