My go-to for shoes - love them! So, you know how, for education, it's best to have professors that have had real on-hand experience in the industry related workforce so that they could teach you real life application material rather than stuff you can just Wikipedia? The workers here all have experience in running/racing - one of the guys and one of the girls competes in and wins local 5Ks/10Ks on a regular basis, and the rest of them, you can see speckled in the crowd at half marathons and marathons. The folks at RwU are really friendly and they always treat you as a customer, not as commission or money out of the wallet. Based off how you walk, what your posture is, and how you strike your foot, they prescribe to you the shoes that best fit you. They highly encourage you taking a run in them around the block to see how they feel. And the best part? They have a 10-day return policy, so let's say you buy a pair, find out that you really don't like how they feel, look, or fit, you can bring it back, no questions asked. Yes, the prices aren't cheap, but they're an established store that must stay open, so they mark up prices from what you may get off the internet. But it's the honest opinion of knowledgeable runners that's part of the package you pay for. They have 'Fun Runs' on Mondays starting at 6pm. There is a 2-mile, 4-mile, and 6-mile group. If you want to put your running shoes to use, I suggest taking part in that. There are monthly raffles for gear and equipment from the store [pretty slick if you ask me]. NEGATIVE POINTS: Parking's a pain. If you park behind the store, there are only 4 spots or so. Park on the street just south of Corson, north of Walnut [can't remember that street's name]. Check them out, give them a shot, and enjoy! read more

Shaz told me this is the place to buy running shoes, and she was right. I rushed into the store on a Saturday and was quite surprised they there five employees standing in store ready to help me. Usually I have to hunt someone done. I told the fella that I needed shoes that won't give me blister. He noticed where I was having blisters and gave me three recommendations. I told him that they all felt the same and I'm not going to know until I jog around. He said, "No worries, you have ten days to return the shoes if they don't work." I asked, "Huh? I can return the shoes after treking them in mud and doggie poo!?" He said, "Yes." Talk about 100% guarantee! Wow, who knew a good pair of running shoes made the difference. My jog/walk normally takes about 2 hours with the old running shoes --I mostly walked because I would get blisters half way and then I have to walk with a limp home. With my new shoes, I cut the time by 30 minutes (i'm not runnning faster --but just able to jog longer). However, now my knees hurt. BIG SIGH. Well one pain replace another --back to Run With Us. read more

This is a running shoe store, the staff are all runners most likely and yes they check out your gait before suggesting some shoes for you. Turns out, I'm a neutral shoe needing person. I don't pronate like 90% of the world. So they offered me 4-5shoe options. Prices are average, to general MSRP for shoes. So you're not likely to be getting a deal, but the shoes will be the correct shoes for your running style. read more

Best shoe store in Pasadena. I went in with a problem with a shoe and Mike diagnosed the problem, got me a new pair that fixed my issue and he threw in a pair of arch supports for free that fixed up my old pair. Thank you Mike and Run with Us. All your staff being so knowledgeable makes all the difference. read more

We really liked their service and got great pairs of running shoes. They checked the size of our feet, the width, the arch structure, how we usually walk. Then they brought us 4 ~ 5 pairs of shoes to try on. They do not mind customers go out side and run a bit to see how you feel in the pair. the parking in the back is very limited. But we were able to find a street parking (free). read more

A couple of years ago I decided to get up off my duff - again - and start an aggressive walking for fitness program. It didn't take long for me to get bored with the 2-mile loop I mapped out near my house, yet I needed something a bit more challenging than the 5Ks I'd done in the past and somehow decided, "Hey? Why not train for a half-marathon?" It's times like these that I want to tell that "betch" in my head to SHUT UP! Well, as luck would have it, I found a group called Team in Training and signed up to train for my first half-marathon - 13.1 miles - in San Francisco. Wouldn't you know that no less than two weeks into training I ended up with plantar fasciitis? Dave L, I've felt your pain! Just so happens that Run With Us came out to practice at the Rose Bowl and did a running shoe clinic the very next weekend. After the gait analysis that everyone else has written about so prolifically, I ended up with about three or four pairs to choose from. I ended up picking out a pair of Asics, and but for one brief fling with a pair of Brooks, I have stayed with the same brand and style since. The cool thing is, even when I see folks from the store at local, non-running events, they not only remember that I am a customer, they also remember which style of shoe I wear! Two years later and I'm four marathon seasons deep into this marathon stuff, and will start my fifth training season in about six weeks. You can bet I'll be paying Run With Us a visit for a new pair of kicks real soon! read more

Staff was very helpful and informative. I found what I was looking for, and my new shoes are extremely comfortable. Adrian was knowledgeable and found the right shoe for me. P read more

If you ever need to shop for shoes for any kind of exercise, come here! Although most of them cost over $100, I can guarantee that the money you spend is well worth it (yeahh coming from a poor student.) The guy there even got me an extra pair of shoes that I might like, and I ended up choosing that pair instead of the three I chose!!!! They were cute and extremely comfortable. The guy even made me stand on one foot and walk around to see if I needed shoes with arches, and he got me everything I requested. I ended up buying a pair of shoes and an iPhone armband. The one downside? I loved this place so much that I forgot I ordered an iPhone armband on Amazon last night... At least it saves me another trip when this one breaks haha. read more

Was in a lot of pain in my archilies and have high arches. Brought in my old shoes and he looked at them and my gait and listened to my needs and then brought out four pairs of shoes to try. The fourth pair felt so good I wore them out of the store! One happy customer! read more

Best store ever for your running and walking shoes. I've purchased several pairs of shoes here over the years-- mostly for my wife. The sales people are experienced runners and know what they're doing. They ask all the right questions to guide your choices and help you make the best choice for your needs. The service and selection of shoes and accessories are second to none! read more

This store is AMAZING! It is small, but has everything you could possibly need to be a successful runner, short or long distance. The employees there are all runners and excellent athletes. They know exactly what they are talking about. My mother and father first introduced me to this store after the completion of my second marathon left the outside of my knee in severe pain. I was desperately in need of new shoes and they suggest that I get professionally fitted for them. What I though was going to be a long process, was a QUICK 3 minute consultation. The gentleman working the store that afternoon had me walk away then towards him as he evaluated my stride. He quickly noted that I have a tendency to "pronate". The pronated foot is one in which the heel bone angles inward and the arch tends to collapse. This is what was causing the pain on the outside of my knee via my IT band. Learning all this information in a matter of minutes (which I later confirmed as accurate), was amazing and EXTREMELY helpful to my running career. With the help of Run With Us, I was able to purchase shoes that would help support my "pronation" tendency and allow me to run again and continue to train for more races. I am always very impressed with this store and the true care and knowledge that all of their employees exhibit. I will continue using Run With Us as a source for all my running needs. read more

To be honest I don't consider myself a runner (unless it involves a ball or being chased). But with the prospect of a half-marathon coming up, it was time to trade in my stylish Nikes for a pair of 'real' running shoes. After a long consult and foot analysis here, decided on a pair of Brooks Addiction shoes. The difference, while running loops at the Rose Bowl, has been noticeable. Thank you to the staff here for being knowledgable, patient and no-pressure when it came to the sale. Also, as other reviewers have mentioned, there is an excellent return policy here and overall wonderful customer service. 5 star experience all around. read more

Beautiful store for all running needs They have a big selection of running shoes and gear good shoes around $130 and the clothes are not cheep ether. they have small parking in the back. read more

I came to Run With Us after my shin splints have put me on serious rest for the last week or so. Feeling totally frustrated with my situation and being a day away from finishing my 10k program I decided to get some expert help. What I appreciated about here was that they took the time to look at my gate and my feet to figure out what exactly I needed. I was presented with several different options. Ultimately I chose the same shoe brand I currently use (really hoping it was a newer type though otherwise I should have stuck to DSW). They also didn't try to sell me on any extras. I asked about compression sleeves for my shin splints and he basically said try new shoes and easing up on the running for a bit before going there. I was happy that he wasn't fishing for my money. They also honored a coupon I had although it had expired. I definitely will be back for some more running gear as I get more serious about it. read more

As I understand it, Run With Us is Pasadena's running institution. Perception easily became reality as the helpful staff assisted us immediately. After an assessment of gait, step, and foot size, Jose, I'll call him our "footologist," brought out 4 different brands of shoes that addressed my wife's particular needs. She tried on Brooks, Adidas, New Balance, and Asics, taking as much time as women do. There was absolutely no sales pressure, and Jose even advised us to choose the lower-priced shoe if we couldn't tell the difference in fit or performance. Parking is a little tough as the lot is small. While not at all impossible for SUVs and vans to park in the back lot, it's also not that easy either. We actually found street parking 2 blocks away. I would definitely go back there for advice and selection. I can't be sure about how competitive their pricing is, but you don't shop at a place like this for the lowest price -- you come here for advice and to be part of a community of running enthusiasts. Should you luck into a low price, extra credit to you. read more

Okay this place is awesome and I am so glad that I found this. I usually Yelp about food, but then realized, hey I need to find other places too! Anyway, I have been trying to get back into running, but was having a really bad hip pain. After talking to several people about my annoyance and hoping to not have to go to physical therapy, I decided to go with the hopefully I just need new shoes approach. I found myself here. The store is tiny and easy to miss on a very busy street, but I'm seriously stoked on my new running shoes. The sales associates there really care about finding the right shoe for you. They had me stand on one foot to check out my balance and where I needed support, as well as walk and hop. After that, the sales associate came out with four pairs of shoes, all which he thought would give me good support. He was super patient and friendly the entire time. I ended up choosing a pair eventually and went running that day. It's amazing but my hip did not hurt the next day! Thank you Run With Us. I plan on being a loyal customer and recommending you to all my friends! read more

Whenever I'm in need of running shoes, this is the place I've always come to and would recommend. The staff are very helpful and they really help you pick the right shoe for you. The few times I've come here, the person who is helping me watched the way I walk and see how my knees and feet land. If the shoe doesn't work out for you, you can bring it in within 10 days and change it out for a different pair. That itself is great selling point, especially when having the right shoe is critical when doing distance runs. Just 1 minor problem with this store... parking in the back is very limited and it can get very crammed very fast. But hey, we're all athletes right? Park down the street and walk (or run) to the store :) read more

Do you like money and time? Then you need to come here because you will save both! They have great customer service, they answer every single question you have, and give you all the information you need to make the right choice in shoe. I was lucky enough to receive help from a girl, I'm not sure what her name is but we both have flat feet and she had also experienced running injuries in her past. She was able to narrow me down to 3 types of shoes and helped me make a choice that I'm sure will lead to great runs and less impact/inflammation to my knee and feet joints. I think I ended up getting the same model of shoe as she did but for men's. But my shoes should improve my efficiency and provide the right shock absorption for my feet. This is a true running store and if your new to running then this place is a must visit. They will get you set-up and ready to go with the right equipment. The people here are passionate about running and its part of their lifestyle, so they have the first hand knowledge to give you regarding their own experience and about anything from finding the right shoes, what questions to ask your dr., how to research on your own online, and what I personally liked is that the person I had shared her personal experiences with running and injuries. This helps me understand my journey through running as a novice/intermediate runner by comparing against a seasoned running veteran and getting some sage-like advice that is easier to understand in first-person as opposed to an online forum. They have won a permanent customer. Forgot to mention the awesome free Asics tech shirt for free when you check in!! woot! read more

Great service. They explained how the foot machine works to identify your foot's pattern and find the best shoe. I got a pair and tried them out...they are perfect. read more

I have been thinking about going to get fitted for running shoes but was to lazy and kept buying the wrong shoes from an online retailer. Finally made the trip and it was a great decision. They know there stuff and have what you need. Shop Small!!! read more

Excellent and professional staff, great selection, and here's the place that got me into running! Recommend 10/10

I've been to this place just twice, and have had great experiences both times. Even with other people shopping in the store, the staff was extremely attentive and knowledgeable. I especially appreciated Victor Rios, the sales associate who patiently helped me find the right shoes to fit my feet. read more

Good customer service. They made sure to offer us our runners discounts. They took their time with us and made sure we got the perfect running shoe. I recommend them. read more

Went in looking for a new pair of durable running shoes. I was greeted by Victor who was very friendly and knowledgeable in any questions I had regarding running and proper shoes. He analyzed my gait walk and used a device to measure my weight distribution on my feet. He then brought out several different shoes to try and let me run outside the store with them. Ended up grabbing a pair of Mizuno's and they're definitely worth the investment. My go-to store for any running related needs! read more

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Lovely spot to check out for your running apparel need. They have sale people who are experienced runners and know what to recommend. Prices are fair and they have a great selection. read more

My wife and I just bought amazing shoes with the best customer service catering to all our needs. Sergio made us feel welcome and provided us with quality shoes and service. Very impressed. We will be coming back again in the future. read more

Always an excellent experience. Adrian took his time helping us pick the right kind of running shoes. We are repeat customers will always come back! read more

So I went into this store about 30 minutes ago while waiting for the wife. I wanted to try some brooks on and probably take them home. I was never asked during the process "how do they feel?" or "is there something else you'd like to try on?". Nope. What I get is the salesman talking with another chatty customer about what it's like having kids and growing up. They were so engrossed in their own convo that I felt as though I was interrupting. I wanted to support a local brick-n-mortar store but when you treat customers like I was I understand why Amazon is thriving. Hope you guys wind up like Sports Chalet. read more

Great place to by running shoes. Especially if you're not sure exactly what goes in to finding a correct running shoe for your personal feet, legs and body. I don't really call what I do running. I'm slow. I call it jogging. I haven't jogged regularly in several years. I know diddley about running shoes. The people at Run With Us know running shoes. Adrian analyzed my walk. Measured and re-measured my feet and brought me out a stack of shoes to try on. Apparently I'm as slow at picking out shoes as I am running. Adrian was very patient, and eventually I narrowed it down to one pair. (Although the Brooks had the coolest box, I went with the most comfortable pair). I tell everyone who asks my opinion to go to Run With Us to purchase running shoes. They are reasonably priced. And I came away confident about my purchase. read more

RWU always has the latest in cutting edge gear for runners. Over the last few years I have purchased four pairs from them and they even matched a slightly lower online price for two of those. Granted I hate paying $120 for shoes that I can get in six months for $99 somewhere else but I WANT THEM NOW! Like I said if you want the latest and greatest from all the top manufactures this is the spot in SGV. Oh, and the people that work there are runners and have great insight to help you with any specific needs. My latest purchase was last weekend. I told the floor guy the brand that I had been running in for the last year and that I needed a change up. He brought me four options that fit my criteria and a new model pair of ASICS GEL-EXCEL33 3's that blew me away. Left there happy and feet are happy. read more

Whether you run or walk and fitness is important for you, Run With Us is a top notch running store that I personally and highly recommend. Great selection of the latest running shoes, clothing and running gear and more! Very knowledgeable and caring staff who are runners priding themselves to service you personally and correctly with shoes for the terrains you run on. Run With Us having always been very active in the community events by giving back which I admire a lot. Sergio Medina an outstanding ultra marathoner, having crewed me during the Badwater 135, is one of Run With Us professional staff, great guy, very enthusatiatic and caring towards your running needs. Striding on, JR, Monrovia, CA Badwater Runner read more

Having super flat feet is no fun: doctors have said they've never seen such non-existent arches before, so I have to buy shoes with removable inserts. I currently have a custom pair of orthotics (expensive but completely worth it) for my flat feet to prevent leg pain while I run. Needing some new running shoes to replace my old Asics, I thought I'd turn to yelp for a recommendation. Yet again, yelp is my hero. It's true: the parking lot is small and rather hard to find (entrance is on Locust St), but street parking is also difficult. Anyways, I park in the lot and enter from the rear. Right when I walk in Adrian asks if I need help with anything. I do, since I don't shop for shoes regularly. He measures my feet, asks me to walk to and from the counter, and asks why/what I need the shoes for. He scurries to the back to bring me 4 or 5 pairs of shoes to try on. I must've really been clueless about the quality of my current running shoes because these new ones feel great! Adrian asks how they feel and he thoughtfully unties the laces of each pair of shoes for me to try on. If I'm indecisive about two pairs, he'll ask me to try one of each on to compare (smart!). In the end I chose the most comfortable ones with the most "bounce"; again they were Asics. They also have Saucony, Brooks, New Balance, and other name brand shoes (no Nike). "Run With Us" also has a wide variety of apparel and accessories for the runner. You can probably buy these at another department/big box store, but it seems like they have a wider selection. And I'm sure you can buy shoes that aren't specifically for running, but for any other type of athletic activity. The reps will probably be more than happy to help. Minor issues: aside from the parking, prices on shoes aren't clearly labeled, so you may have to ask. Also, I'm uncertain about their return policy, but I'm sure they have one in place. In the end my shoes were $100 bux, and after running in them, I'll never go back to my old ones. I run faster, jump higher, and last longer in these shoes. You can too. read more

Such patient and knowledgable staff! My sister and I came here to get fitted for new running shoes. )A bribe from our brother to get us to start doing 5k's and 10k's with him, i'm sure hehe). Pierre helped us find our arch height, and helped us diagnose the way we walk/run. He found about 4-5 pairs of shoes for each my sister and I, and we tried each out, as Pierre watched us walk and run. He was able to evaluate each shoe and our walking pattern, and help us chose the right shoe for us. So patient as we tried on the same shoe, multiple times. Thanks Pierre! read more

This place is amazing! The staff is very knowledgable and they have a great selection. Wether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, THIS is the place to go. They will find the perfect running shoes for you! read more

I love going into this store! Everyone who works there welcomes you with a smile, and are always ready to help! I was there last night (April 14, 2012), to get my Pasadena Pacers shirt, and I was told that they were on sale! I can't wait to go back again, because I am sure I might be needing new shoes, socks, a couple more shirts! read more

I love this place! They were so helpful and knowledgeable about running. I was in search of the perfect running shoes that worked best for my body type. The salesman (I wish I remembered his name ) took the time to help me find the perfect shoes for my feet. My previous shoes were old and gave me pain when running. He took the time to educate me on the fundamentals of running and why finding the perfect shoe for my body type was essential. I found the perfect shoes, it was a Brooks! And I love them! I have had them for two months now and my running time has improved! The shoes has really changed my life! I ran my second half marathon on May 5 and ran my personal best at 2:13!! My time at my last half was 2:31! I am hoping to beat 2:13 and try for 2:00 in my next race!! If you are looking to find the best running shoes for you. I highly recommend this place! read more

I worked half a block from this place for years but never went in; I only recently got into running instead of walking. The people that work here are super friendly and knowledgeable. They take the time to help you pick out shoes. They're patient and very understanding. My only gripe with the service is that sometimes their attention span can be short. While you're getting a feel for your shoes, they might chit-chat with each other or wander away completely; then you have to wait till they come back! The only other gripe I have is the color selection. Both times I shopped there I bought a pair of Brooks and both times they only had them in blue (further research showed they were available in at least 3 colors but the store only had blue). They otherwise have a great selection of running clothes, shoes and accessories. The store is organized and clean so you can try on your shoes and walk freely without stumbling around. They encourage you to take them for a test run out front to see how they work. Their pricing is fair as well. A big bonus!! After my first time shopping there I popped online to do some comparison pricing, and found I paid less in the store than I would have online. This probably doesn't happen often, but was a great bonus!! If you're really into walking or running, check this place out to supply all your needs!! read more

Adrian helped me out and nailed the perfect pair! I'm not a very seasoned runner so I really need someone's expertise and looks like these guys know their running shoes! No waiting time and excellent service! read more

Ray did an amazing job assisting my mother. Love this neighborhood running store. The staff is great here and there is a wonderful community that supports this local Pasadena store. read more

The staff here is so incredibly helpful and KNOWLEDGEABLE! I came in to get a new pair of shoes for my upcoming marathon and Adrian helped me find a perfect pair based off my foot type, body, and previous shoes. He helped point out so many things in what I should be looking for in my new pair. A local running store that cares about you! 10/10 would recommend read more