I was visiting the area on a work trip and forgot my running shoes, or any PT style shoe for that matter, luckily Run With It came to the rescue. They had the exact shoe I was looking for in my size. Staff was super friendly and welcoming. Price closely matches the price of the same shoe from other running stores I've been too. As an aside, I noticed other reviews compared their prices with Amazon. That is not a fair comparison or critic because it's comparing a large cooperation to a small business. If you compare apples to apples instead of apples to oranges their prices align with similar small businesses in the same market. read more

Service was a bit aggressive and annoyed. I had to let them know I was paying and not them. Finally got what I thought I needed. Not. Value; expensive!! Selection pretty good. I hope management has viewed the videos and made changes. read more

DO NOT BUY SHOES FROM HERE!!! I bought some ASICS for $170. I found the exact same pair for $120 on Amazon. I tried to return them less than 24 hours after buying them. I hadn't even put them on yet, and they refused to give me a refund. They said in-store credit only. Absolute scam. read more

Run With It in Fort Walton Beach is your local store for all of your running needs! I visited with my mom this morning to get her some new shoes that were very cushioned, supportive and neutral. We were helped by Laura who was INCREDIBLE! She was super patient, attentive, knowledgeable, and kind. We ended up buying two pairs of shoes! Plus, they offer a 10% off your entire purchase military discount! Also, prepare to pay and extra 4% if you're paying with credit card. read more

Wherever I roam, I like to visit the local running store to buy a running shirt, hat, or other gear with the city name and the store logo on it. In this way, I support small biz, I have a souvenir that's actually useful in my daily life, AND I get to wear a conversation starter that gets my running buddies to ask about my latest trip - wink. So, on my first beach vacation after pandemic lockdown to the Florida Panhandle, I knew I'd have to check out Run with It (RWI) in Fort Walton. True to expectation, RWI had great gear from trusted brands and a friendly & knowledgeable team to help customers find what they needed. I was really impressed with how many people were present in the store, which gave me hope they are doing okay during this tough time for small, independent businesses. As longtime runners know, the local running store (LRS for short) is also a great place to find out any races or social run events happening during your visit which could serve as a fun way to see the city on foot while getting your workout done. RWI is no exception and you can find upcoming events on their social media pages. A big surprise was finding RWI gear for the tennis/ping-pong hybrid that's lately all the rage in America - pickleball. My son has been playing this fun sport for years at summer camp in the Texas Hill Country, so it has been delightful seeing it now popping up everywhere all of the sudden. While I'm still a noob at pickleball, I am a champion pickle eater and I shall wear my new "Pickle with It - Fort Walton Beach, FL" hat with pride. Thanks, Run with It! read more

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decent selection of shoes but the employees were a bit too pushy. they didn't give you a second to make a decision on your own. read more

Best running store ever!! If you need shoes this is definitely the place to go!!! Great selection and knowledgeable staff!

Me an my wife needed a really good pair of shoes for running and jogging. We went to this shoe store to see what they have. We walked in an was greeted. We started to browse the store an Victor asked if we needed help. He was VERY helpfull an has alot of knowledge on shoes an what we were looking for. We tried on some different shoes an it was hard to chose. The shoes they had were great, all fit very well an really comfortable! We did purchase shoes from them an also some socks with some insoles. HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place for your next shoes! THANK YOU!!! read more

Run With It - Hoka bondi 7 - Sporting Goods Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Let me begin with-I am NOT a runner! I'm rather lazy. However I'm not getting any younger and I NEED to run. I began running (and by running I mean jogging/walking) about a month ago and quickly realized I need proper shoes ASAP. The old outlet Nike's aren't cutting it! Run With It. As a rookie I'm totally anxious about what my experience will be here. I know nothing about running shoes. I know nothing about running tbh. What am I doing?! Immediately upon entering I'm greeted by a friendly woman, I suck at names I'm so sorry. She made me feel instantly comfortable and guided me through the process of picking out a good pair for me. I'm slightly concerned about the size we chose as they are one size bigger than I typically wear, but they feel good and she assured me that this was the right size for me. We shall see! Wrote this a long time ago and finally posting! The size was perfect. read more

Came in here to find some running shoes. I have a very small foot (I wear a 3.5 in children's shoes), so I was so excited to find shoes here that I could actually try on before purchasing. The lady helping me was very sweet. I love that I got to run on the treadmill before purchasing as well! I also got some really wonderful socks and flip flops. It's a bit of a drive from Santa Rosa Beach but definitely worth it!!! read more

Run With It - So excited to find these in my size- 3.5 - Sporting Goods Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

I need a new pair of shoes so I wanted to support local. They had what I was looking for and a good selection of running shoes. When I went to ring up they charged me $5 for using a credit card. I begrudgingly paid but don't think I would go back. If you need help with fittings and shoe types then local is great but the online mega running store ships free and don't charge CC fees. Guess they lost a customer who buys new shoes 6-7 times a year. Also their return policy lacks. Basically stated if they are used no returns were some places will exchange a pair of shoes that's didn't work for you after a run. read more

This place is weird. I went in to buy shoes and not one employee would acknowledge me. I was nicely dressed and don't look like I don't belong there but for some reason not one person would even say hello or anything! I looked at shoes for ten minutes. One lady who was working there kept walking around us but never said a word. Very uncomfortable. read more

Cool shop. Nice owner. Seems pretty passionate about his biz and running. Wish they would have had 5k stickers. When I stopped in the first time the lady said they would order some more. When I stopped in the second time they didn't have any and didn't seem to care. Not sure I'll return. read more

Great running apparel/accessories/shoe store (and they've got lots of Pickleball apparel/accessories as well, now). The staff can get you in the right pair of shoes for your gait/biomechanics for running (or walking). There is a large assortment of shoes, and a nice selection of apparel for the runner/athlete or someone who just likes athleisure apparel for everyday wear. The owners are sweet folks who support the community, and who sponsor an 8 week Couch-to-5K program twice a year (March and August). The store also organizes several local races (5Ks, 10Ks, and Half marathons) during the year as well as supports the local track club and other groups with races those groups sponsor. Stop in for some new shoes, an outfit, or a neat accessory (GPS watch, hydration bottle, running fuel, electrolyte supplement, sunglasses, or to register for an upcoming local run). RWI is my running home. read more

Staff was extremely knowledgeable. I voiced my concerns regarding my next run goals/appropriate footwear and they happily addressed all my questions. You can tell they love to run here and I had a great time buying shoes! read more

Return policy is not customer friendly for out of town travelers. Bought shoes and they didn't fit right when I tried them on in the condo. I wasn't aware of the return policy until I opened the box after I left and a note was in it saying exchange only. Went back to exchange and didn't have my size in the color shoes I wanted. Offered a gift card...I live in Arkansas. Will not return. read more

This is the best store around for running shoes. Good selection for men and women. They have the ability to analyze your personal running style and are extremely friendly and knowledgeable about their products. They take the time to describe each shoe and what to expect running in it. We'll continue to give them our business. read more

Awesome customer service! I accidentally left my running shoes in Nashville and Denise helped me find the perfect replacement. Her expert advice also helped me make a wise and economical choice! read more

Nice customer service and a lot of products from shoes to foam rollers and compression sleeves

Great running store. Had cool wide shoes in my size. Friendly customer service. And she helped me pick shoes that are better for my feet. read more

I was greeted twice when i came in the store by two happy people. They were glad and show their appreciation that I showed up. They then analyze my needs for the shoe and analyzed how I walked and how how the shoe should fit for me personally. Jeff N Donna suggested A shoe that they told me would decrease my pain in my knees considerably. Did not believe them. I bought the shoes and ran in them now for four months and my knee and ankle pain has decreased 90% if not completely. These people know what they're doing when it comes to shoes. My doctors did not give me any advice and changing shoes solved the problem. Please take your time to at least talk to them about your footwear read more

I wouldn't shop here if I lived here. The guy who talked to us was not very helpful. My husband is an avid runner and we went in looking for a pair of Vibram Five fingers running shoes. The guy sort of snickered and said "We don't have them. No one has them. Good luck finding them"... and that was the end of the conversation. Not "let me see if I can order them" or "we get shipments on Mondays...". Just bad service. We ordered them online from Moosejaw.com, they arrived 2 days later and we got excellent service. We then drove out past Destin to go to the Under Armour outlet to buy cold weather running gear for our move to Germany because we were so disappointed in Run With It's service. And if Run With It is reading: Only takes one bad experience to turn a customer off of shopping at your store and tell all their friends to avoid you as well. Don't think because you are "the" running store in town you can do as you please... especially in the age of the internet. read more

I'm sure anyone who knows me will do a double take when they see me reviewing a running store. I HATE running and need only to run faster than my hiking buddy if there is a bear chasing us. But being a foodie and wino has caught up with me and instead of buying larger pants, I decided to get myself a new pair of running shoes. So that's how I ended up at this place. After gait analysis and examining the pressure points in my feet, the salesman recommended two pairs of shoes and I got to try them out on the treadmill. Three weeks later and I'm still loving the ones I bought. Now I've signed up for the Couch Potato to 5k program and so far so good. Everybody at the shop is really knowledgeable and helpful and some join us on our runs. I don't know if I'll ever love running but I'm beginning to think that it's not so bad. read more

Staff is always helpful. Nice local community oriented running store. Great place for running gear, or just to connect to the local running community read more

I am a beginner runner and went to the store looking for new shoes. A middle age lady assisted me she gave me look like wondering what I was doing there? I told her that I wanted some shoes for running that I was looking for a new pair and she responded that my shoes were alright, no questions asked, no information on why I wanted to change my old shoes. Very unfriendly and no selling skills at all. Let me give her a free advice, if someone goes into your store to buy, you should sell as many things as they need. I am not doing business with them any more. read more

The staff in Run With It are FANTASTIC!!!! They will take as long as you need to make sure you get the right shoes that will work best for you. You will not find a more knowledgeable staff anywhere! We are lucky to have them here in FWB!!! read more

Very helpful and nice employees. Stopped in the store while vacationing to see what they had. While the store is pretty small, they have quite a selection. I bought several items that I've never seen in Austin and we have like 5 different running stores! I'll be back next time I'm in town. read more

This place was wonderful, absolutely wonderful the salesman josh was very helpful and nice . We will definitely be back

This is just a neat local running store with a very knowledgable staff. They had a great selection of shoes and even have the treadmill to gauge your running gate and foot strike. I showed up on a Tue night and was fortunate to participate in the weekly run. It was lots of fun and met some great folks. They even had a little beer at the end to "rehydrate". This is a cool little shop for all levels of joggers/runners. read more

Cindy was very helpful! I'm just starting to run after being sidetracked from an injury. Cindy had me try on several different pairs and made sure I got exactly what I wanted. read more

My go to place for running events. I love their selection and the fact that the people are so nice and helpful whenever I go in there. They even let my little guy run their "track" inside the store. They carry Brooks, Nike, Reebok, Asics, etc. Right now I'm waiting for some american flag compression sleeves I saw on their wall. But until then they have a lot of accessories and gear to try on. read more

Went there at 610 pm to buy shoes for 4 people. We were ready to buy a lot of shoes. The hours posted were 630 pm. They stared at us through the glass and said no way we are closed. If I could give them no stars I would. They lost our business and we will never go back. read more

Been purchasing shoes here for a while now. Customer service is great and the prices are what one would expect. Picked up a pair of Mizuno Wave Rider 21's today and was told the mil discount is only for Active Duty. I've previously been given the discount as a retiree, so this was a surprise. Unfortunately, this is my last shoe purchase from them. I'll either support local delivery drivers and purchase from Amazon or go to Pensacola where ALL military receive a discount. read more

Great service, knowledgable staff and fair prices! In the age of Amazon, I always try to support small business and this is one I happily endorse! read more

No accountability with special orders! I understand one or two people having a bad day but for an entire month I have been waiting for a pair of running shoes and have gone back every week to hear a different excuse of why they have not arrived. If you have the time here is the story... I first ordered my shoes a month ago in a color they didn't have so it was a "special order" that they wrote down on a piece of paper attached to a clip board. They told me 5-10 business days they will have them, then they would give me a call. I came back from vacation three weeks later with no call... so I went to investigate first they said they didn't come in but they would check, minutes later they said a new employee had not checked them on the special order list and then sold them!!! So I figured they would give me some discount because THEY messed up. NOPE. Asked if I wanted to order them again but promised me they would be here by the end of the week. Now it has been 2 more weeks no phone call and my wife goes in to check on them while I am not available and they tell her they haven't come in yet because I ordered them two weeks ago. I am a very patient man and I have yet to confront them in person about their failures but instead of feel self gratitude on taking my business else where I just wanted to warn you first! I have been running for 11 years, new shoes every 6 months = 22 new pairs of shoes and this has been the worst experience ever! Run With It can host decent races but when it comes to customer service and accountability they are terrible. Until the problem is resolved I am going to leave this post up but buyer be aware. read more

Stopped in for a new pair of running shoes...came out with some very nice ones at a competitive price! The employees were very knowledgable and gave great one-on-one customer service! Would definitely recommend that anyone who runs or wants to run (or walk quickly for that matter) check out this shop! read more

Great customer service! I went in there this morning for a new pair of running shoes and the employees are wonderful! They not only helped me with trying on 4 pairs of shoes but they also greeted every single customer that came in and asked if they needed help too! I will definitely be going back. read more

My wife and i were visiting Destin and are avid runners and walkers. Very friendly, knowledgeable. We each bought a pair of shoes and running shirt. We will be back. Jeff and Rhonda B Louisville, Ky read more

Definitely make sure you are ready to spend money on shoes here because they don't bother telling you that there is no refund allowed, only a store credit. Bought a pair of shoes, spent $100.00 on them and they "watched me walk" brought me some shoes and I thought I found a pair I liked but after wearing them for 10 minutes at home they killed my feet. When I tried to return them they said sorry but no refunds. Would have been nice to know this in the beginning BEFORE I spent that money. Now I had no choice but to get another pair AND pay another $30.00 on top of what I already spent. VERY DISSATISFIED WITH MY PURCHASE AND THIS PLACE. Will make sure and tell everyone I know about my experience and make them aware of the return policy which AGAIN they don't bother to mention when you are purchasing your shoes. read more

Excellent customer service! I walked in looking for a new pair of running shoes and one of the owner's spent 30 minutes running back and forth bringing me different sizes and pairs. She never seemed bothered at all at my indecision. Next time my wife or I need a new pair of shoes, this will be our first and only stop. read more