Shout out to Gabe Stevens for his help with in my recent running shoe purchase. The way that shoe companies are always changing things up can be so confusing. Gabe knew his shoes, understood what I had liked about previous models and helped me find something new that is working out great. Thank you Gabe, I'll be back! read more

I had a strange issue with the footbed of a pair of Brooks that I bought 2 months prior which started poking into my toes, so I came in to see what could be done. David at this location was so incredibly helpful and patient with me. He brought me replacement options and discussed them with me, really helping me prevent choice paralysis. I was really grateful that he and his supervisor worked with me on the return and VIP sign-up as well. I really recommend this place for their customer service alone. I've been here twice now and have been blown away by their great attitudes and conscientious assistance. Thank you for your help today, David!! read more

Updating this review to a one star because of their shady membership business practice. We never signed up for the membership ourselves and gave the points to a family member that shopped here often. When the billing cycle came we were charged the highest membership level under our own name on our card. When we tried to call customer service to cancel they basically told us there wasn't anything they could do and we had to dispute it through the credit card company. If you need a fitting use their free service and take your business elsewhere. You can find better color options, customer service, and even products at competitors without worrying about membership fees. read more

Ava at Road Runner Sports in Berkeley was amazing. I came in looking for the right shoes for my monthly Disneyland trips, which come with lots of walking and being on my feet all day. She took the time to really assess what would work best for me. She asked the right questions about comfort, support, and how my feet typically feel after long days, then guided me through the fitting process in a way that felt thorough and reassuring. What I appreciated most is that Ava didn't just hand me a popular shoe--she helped me choose the right shoe for my needs. She paid attention to fit and stability, explained the differences between the options I tried, and made sure I could actually feel what was working (and what wasn't) before deciding. She was just as helpful with insoles. Ava explained how the right insoles can make a big difference for all-day walking and standing, especially for reducing fatigue and improving comfort. She helped me pick the best insole match for the shoes and made sure everything felt supportive without feeling too tight or awkward. The shoes + insoles combo felt noticeably better right away. If you're shopping for shoes for travel, theme parks, or any job/lifestyle that keeps you on your feet, ask for Ava. She's knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely focused on getting you into the best fit. 10/10, highly recommend! read more

Welp! I did it. I finally decided that in 2026...we are back to running again and this time, properly prepared to avoid injury. Since everyone is bringing back 2016...so I am. I explained to Joey my running journey and with age, I wanted to be kinder to my body. He was a tremendous help with going over my 3D digital fit finder results. (Treadmill walk and foot scan). He had recommendations and allowed me test the shoes by walking around, and ask questions. I was able to select a shoe and socks. Though the color I wanted wasn't available, he ordered it and I'm patiently waiting for them to be delivered. Coming here gets you excited to run again!! I cannot wait to start up. I would highly recommend coming here if you are thinking of jogging or running for exercise. Service is excellent. Ample parking too. read more

No longer carry Mens size 7 shoes and made no offer to order them as they have in the past. Also watched a staff member randomly start aggressively asking another customer how they got all the shoes they were trying on when clearly he'd only have them if staff provided them. It was quite different than other times I'd been in the store. Opted to order elsewhere instead. read more

I've never enjoyed running. And while I was in the gym for strength training, cardio was limited to walking about 5 kilometers daily. As I rehab from surgery and ongoing treatments, I'm encouraged to return to the gym and incorporate the treadmill. So, I bought running shoes--thick and light Brooks with a stable sole. I was fitted by a great guy who took a lot of time to explain the features, measure my feet, and suggest the type of shoes that would be best for me. I have three months to try them out and can return them without question. read more

First time here for a new pair of shoes and let me say.... this store is pretty dope! Josh has been amazing since the second I walked in til the minute I came outside. Got me fitted and let me browser a few options. Definitely going to come back for a second pair in the future. Parking was convenient as you have two options of street parking or in the lot. Also there's a lot of other food options along the way read more

Road Runner Sports - Sports Wear Near Me - Berkeley, California

Came in here for the first time and was very impressed by the whole process! Josh helped me out and gave me a full rundown of my feet, helped me find a shoe that gave me good support for my ankle sprains (which is my main reason for coming in), and accommodated features so I can wear my shoes for work. Josh was super chill and knowledgeable, I had a great experience! Thanks so much read more

Very helpful staff. They understand and analyze your shoe concerns before suggesting products. Really like the foot measurements and scan taken the beginning so you know what you really need. read more

I'm beginning to get plantar fasciitis. A dilemma since I walk a lot. After researching and ordering a pair of good walking shoes online, I immediately wanting to send them back. I asked my physical therapist for a store recommendation and she sent me to Road Runner. I got the BEST service there and found more than one great pair of shoes to choose from. David took great care of me and even found a way to help me save a bit. Love this place. read more

My coworker came in to work one day wearing some brand new Hoka's. I mentioned that I've always wanted to try on a pair, and he recommended coming to this location to try on the Clifton 10s. I came in on a Saturday afternoon, and I had no idea what I was in for. I walked in and went to the back wall looking for that specific shoe to try on. I didnt see it so I was making my way out when an employee asked if I needed help. He walked me towards the back and had me sit on a bench while he cleared some shoes out. Honestly, his vibe wasn't as welcoming and I was debating to just leave. Then David came over and asked if I needed help. He took over and my whole entire experience took a turn for the better. He explained the whole process of getting fitted and the different exercises we'd be doing to see which shoes fit best. Turns out there was a better fit for me and the shoe I came there for wasn't even on the list. David went above and beyond and deserves all of the stars and more! He was extremely polite and very informative. The whole time he was helping me, the manager kept asking him to grab shoes from the back for other customers. He stayed very professional and was eager to help without making me feel neglected. Thank you David for your kind energy and your patience for helping me find the right fit. I learned so much from that session. Thanks for making it a fun experience. If you need helping looking for the right shoes, ask for David! read more

Time and time again this place disappoints me. Short story I gave this place a chance again after I spoke to the DM and recommended this store to my clients. But after I personally had an issue they failed to deliver satisfactory results. This time it was directly with me. I bought a pair of running shoes for my youngest son for conditioning. The outersole came away from the upper and it was only 3 weeks. I have a receipt, I have the product there and they can see it's a defect, and I already spoke to customer service and they said it wouldn't be an issue. I went to the store and because I didn't have a VIP membership I received a hard time. The assistant I believe called Sam the Store Manager and he told him no I couldn't exchange it. I ask to speak to him and we spoke for 5 minutes and he said he would call the DM and left me on hold. HE LEFT ME ON HOLD FOR 15 MINUTES. So what I did was call Customer Service and we spoke and resolved the issue. To make it short it took me 30 minutes plus instead of 3 minutes to get a simple exchange on a DEFECTIVE product. I will never ever recommend this store to ANYONE ANYMORE. I SENT THEM COUNTLESS CUSTOMERS. I ALREADY GAVE THEM A 2ND CHANCE AND THEY BLEW IT. Save yourself the trouble and go anywhere else but here. read more

Grateful to have this location so close to home! Excellent customer service. The gentleman who helped with my initial fitting was very kind, and I walked out with the best walking shoes I'd ever owned (ASIC Gel Nimbus). Josh helped me during my most recent visit when I came back to try out different brands. I didn't end up buying a pair but nonetheless he was knowledgeable and totally patient with me. Thank you Josh! read more

For years, Road Runner Sports has been my go-to place for road and trail shoes. They have a good selection of quality shoes. But their biggest selling point is how knowledgable their staff is about finding the right shoe and the best fit for their customers. I was lucky enough to have Mahani help me, the last two times I was there, and he was fantastic. I'm hard to fit and hard to please, but he went above and beyond - so helpful and patient. I really got the feeling that he cared about my happiness and that is rare in retail, these days. The icing on the cake is their VIP program and the easy/free parking in front of the store. read more

From the moment I walked in I was greeted promptly. The sales person Leah was great with helping find the perfect pair of sneakers for me. I suggest everyone go get the proper fitting for your next sneakers. The prices were very reasonable. I walked out with a BIG smile, sneakers in hand and the custom insert formed exactly to my fitting. read more

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Joshua was amazing! Highly recommend. Great selection and set up for runners. Love the treadmills and fit process, as well as the opportunity for custom insoles. read more

Apparently they signed me up for a $49.99/year membership when I bought shoes from them, even though I never asked for it. Scummy predatory behavior! Apparently they just settled a California class action lawsuit about it, which you can see here: https://www.roadrunnerlawsuit.com/ Had to wait on hold for 15 minutes with them just to talk to someone about canceling the charge, and then another 20 minutes on the phone with my credit card company trying to explain what happened. Never going here again. read more

Great experience at the store . Can't thank Tasha enough for the help for both of us! Friendly, knowledgable, lots of good advice and no pressure. read more

I have been to this store a couple time, getting inserts for my hiking books. And I signed up in their VIP program. Last weekend I went in looking for some running shoes and quickly made a choice of a pair of Hoka. On my way to the checkout counter, I grabbed some flipflops. The clerk who waited on me, was busy checking out another couple. Fine, I waited at another register . I waited patiently for about 10 minutes. In the mean time, another lady clerk walked by me playing on her phone, not even noticing me. Then HER customers, were ready to check out. So she motioned them down to my area, where I had been waiting. I said, Hey I've been waiting 10 minutes to check out. She said, Oh, he will check you out when he's done with the other couple. I walked out and will never go back. They should clean house!! read more

I read the comments and everyone was talking about how good their experience is in general and especially with Gabriel. Gabriel ended up the one that helped me and the comments were right. He is very informative and knows his craft. He juggles and handles customers and phone calls as a professional as well! read more

I had a great experience today with Gabriel. He was a little busy, but he made sure that I felt attended to. I'm very happy with my new Saucony's. Thank you so much. read more

Such a great store! I finally figured out the perfect shoes and personal soles for me, they have the best sneaker models. Josh and Mihari helped a lot! They also have cool glasses, sports supplements and stylish clothes. The prices are like online, wonderful value for money! read more

The staff are very nice. There are plenty of options. Shutout to Mahari and Josh. Both of them are very nice and they gave us advice about both kids and adults shoes. And they are very kind. read more

I visited Road Runner Sports yesterday afternoon for the first time and I was greeted by the employees immediately. David helped me out and we went through the Fit Finder process to try to find a pair of running shoes that would fit me comfortably for my half-marathon training. David was so thorough and knowledgeable about each step of the Fit Finder process. He emphasized that there was no pressure to buy the insoles even if I chose to get customized insoles that are molded in-store. I ended up opting out of the insoles this time. After entering in my information and analysis, FitFinder recommended 4 pairs of shoes. On top of these 4, I asked to try on 3 more that offered more cushion to see what it would feel like. The staff encouraged me to try the shoes on the treadmill and they explained the VIP membership they offer. I ended up going with the ASICS Cumulus 27 as an all-around winner and I signed up for the membership because I know I will be training for a full marathon within the next year and will be needing multiple pairs of running shoes. They even explained that friends and family can use the perks of the membership! Overall I had a great experience here and the staff was so lovely and helpful! Highly recommend! read more

Road Runner Sports - Sports Wear Near Me - Berkeley, California

I came into the store today. It was my first time ever being in a store like that where they give you an analysis for the type of shoe that would be best for you. Mahsani was a big help to me very informative, very professional very polite. I went straight to the gym when I got these shoes and I was able to run the whole mile without stopping. He recommended the best shoe for me. I really appreciate it. His coworker Tasha also helped with giving me some recommendations as well. read more

Road Runner Sports - My new running shoes - Sports Wear Near Me - Berkeley, California

Honestly I'm not sure their shoe recommendation thing is that helpful, and i didn't end up loving the shoes i got so i will take them back. BUT the help here was amazing. Such nice people! read more

Had a great experience trying to find the right shoe fit with Tasha. Every time I come to this location the service gets better. 10/10 recommend. read more

Alejandra and Jennifer were amazing and helped me pick the perfect shoes to start off my running journey! They were great at explaining my specific foot structure and provided tips on how to optimize my mechanics. Everyone was friendly and brought a lot of value to my experience. read more

Road Runner Sports - Brooks Glycerin 22 & DryMax socks - Sports Wear Near Me - Berkeley, California

Diego was extremely helpful! I came in with my mom and she wears a size 12, which minimizes a lot of her options. He recommended countless pairs and she ended up finding a pair that fit will really help out with her foot pain! read more

Today I was helped by Ms. Tasha and she was so thorough and determined to find me the perfect shoe! I had been disappointed with my previous shoe experience and she made it her mission to make sure I was 100% satisfied! She restored my confidence in custom running shoes and what I can do with my fragile knee! Will be back here for any new needs! read more

Tasha was so helpful! I felt like I was in great hands as soon as I walked in the door. I can't wait to take my new shoes out for a spin. Thank you! read more

I have been experiencing foot pain through my battle with plantar fasciitis. I've been advised to visit road runners store. I walked in and was warmly greeted by the associate Tasha. To my surprise, I was then examined throughly, as if I was at my podiatrist office, but way better. I felt care for, my feet were being taken care of finally. The other kicker is that I've discovered my true size in shoes. I then walked away wearing a shoe that fit my everyday and fitness needs. Happy customer. read more

Road Runner Sports - I brought costume insoles as well as the Gel-Kayano. Great investment. - Sports Wear Near Me - Berkeley, California

My experience here was top notch. I have just started running longer distances, and I was in dire need to upgrade my footwear for running. Mahari was amazing. He took his time, and he made sure to answer all of my questions thoroughly and walk me through the assessment process. I felt very comfortable with making a decision based on his insight, and he was very personable, and made the experience even better. There are many different styles and brands to choose from. The fit finder was exactly what I was looking for. It was a comprehensive assessment that took about five minutes to determine along with my preference is the best style of shoe for my activity. Some of the styles were on sale. Unfortunately, they didn't have the colorway that I wanted in stock. The membership offer also improves the value. I'll definitely return for my activewear and footwear needs. I appreciate that there was no pressure to buy. read more

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Returned to this store after a few years and was happy to experience the same outstanding service that I remember the first time. Bridgette the store manager was incredibly helpful in analyzing my stride and providing me with a variety of options to choose from. Great location with easy parking. read more

Road Runner Sports - New shoes - Sports Wear Near Me - Berkeley, California

had one of the worst customer service experiences at this store. As a paying customer (though that shouldn't even matter), I was shocked by how passive-aggressive the employee (unfortunately, I didn't catch her name) was throughout our interaction. I mentioned that the shoes felt tight, even after loosening them, and I had to force my foot in. Despite this, she didn't seem to care and insisted I continue trying them on. While I was testing the shoes, she was absent most of the time, stocking shelves and attending to other customers. I wouldn't have minded this if I hadn't been left standing around waiting for assistance. I would have appreciated more guidance and options, but that wasn't offered. To top it off, when I asked for a bag, she claimed they didn't have any. However, reusable bags were clearly visible right in front of me. I understand that customer service jobs can be challenging, but being rude to customers is unacceptable. If you happen to read this review, I hope you'll treat the next customer with more respect. As for me, I won't be returning to this store. read more

First off, great team at this location. Very clean establishment and everyone was playing an equal role into helping customers and check out process. Shoutout to Mahari, who was able to go into detail about the quality of clothing and any issues I had with my account. Great customer service , and as always. Go with Korza. read more

I've been trying to find a new pair of running shoes as I train for my first half marathon. David was so attentive, knowledgeable and patient with me through this process. I'd been to several shoes stores before this and it was the first time I'd received such a comprehensive assessment that not only focused on what the machine said but also all of my requests and my running form. David thank you so much for being so awesome and I cannot recommend his help enough! read more

I highly recommend this place to everyone! The staff were great and knowledgeable of how to go about finding the right shoe to support my foot and its pressure points gathered from the machine that's used before picking out a shoe. For someone that's on their feet all day, this is the place to go and find the RIGHT SHOE! read more

DAVID!!! Thank you so much for helping us out! David was so helpful and really knew his shit. He help me and my friend out for probably 45 minutes and me and my friends know how to have a fun time, and he fit in with his vibes so quickly. We were having a super fun time! We ended up only getting socks, but we figured out which shoes are perfect for us, all thanks to him!!! This was my first time in road runner and it was so cool with the feet scan and they even have treadmills to test out the shoes! Everybody was so nice! Definitely coming back if i have any other issues. read more