Run for America Review

Great place to get Vibram shoes. The people that work here are all runners so they can give great advice.

I have been shopping here since their Dunedin days and I have always had great experiences. The staff is very knowledgeable and very welcoming. They fixed my shin splints long ago with a good pair of shoes and I wouldn t trust any other place in fitting me. This is the place to go if you re into fitness

Bad location, it's on the other side by the mattress one

They helped me to get exactly what I needed, very professional!

The staff is always helpful and has great recommendations for shoes.

Great place to get what you need for all your running needs. Manager CJ is extremely knowledgeable in getting what s right for you. Stop in and see CJ to get fitted and even join the weekly running club!!

ARC since moving has continued in their excellence. The store is stocked with what you need to get your run on. The staff is not always the best with people, but they are well meaning and attempt to best fit the shoe to the person/stride. I look forward to purchasing more shoes and running gear from American Running Company!

I'd recommend them to anyone. The gentleman asked for a budget and brought two pairs of comfortable shoes under it. Didn't try to upsell me at all. Made it easy to make a purchasing decision. Thank you!

Heard good things about this local store, particularly that they offer great customer service, so instead of heading to the mall, I checked them out on a Sunday afternoon.

Loved my experience! I called ahead of time to check on my preferred style and size, which they had in stock. Layla helped me with fitting - suggesting that I size up to allow for expansion as my feet swell during a run. She showed me styles for my pronation and toebox width, and I'm very excited about my purchase. Will definitely come here, first, for my future running needs!

If I could give it no stars I would! Horrible service and they got the price of their shoes off the internet!! Horrible horrible horrible never seen anything like the service or the way they came up with their prices!!

Great staff. Store has a great selection. Had a great experience.

Bought my hoka one one shoes p in under 5 min. They have hard to find running shoes in needed for haggus riggidus

Back in July, I was fitted for a pair of running shoes - Saucony. It was the best thing I ever did for my workout and well-being. The owner helped me pick the right pair of shoes by watching my gait. I am still wearing them during my workouts, and they still look brand new. Before, I just pick whatever shoe was on sale at a chain store. My toes wore through the the shoes. Not now, my Saucony pair were worth the time and cost. Three months later, I am stil happy cutomer.

On my third pair of Brooks here!! Same size and color. Great deals!!

The employees are young and don t seem very knowledgeable about the different shoes and needs of the client.

I was very happy with the service. Paulina really knows her shoes. She was so sweet and knowledgeable. I will definitely be going back....Marcy Wenke

Awful return policy and customer service. Sales guy never asked me how long I run, how often, and definitely did not access my gait or have me run on the treadmill or anything. Based on their website, they are supposed to get to know you (running style, history, goals, etc.), do a gait analysis, and then do a fitting and recommendation. I was not given any of these. The only reason I bought a pair of shoes here is because I saw a brand that intrigued me, but the guy never suggested them, nor really any shoe despite me telling him what I was looking for and wanted out of a shoe. He kept saying, "7 day for returns" but never told me it was for exchange or store credit only! I did not feel I was appropriately cared for and I also felt I was lied to about the return policy (even the brand of shoes I bought, if I bought them from the manufacturer site, it gives 30 day trial RUN). The shoes actually hit my front toe the wrong way I've found, and even though they are new, never used, and I was told "7 days to return" I actually can't really return the $150 shoes. I don't even want a store credit because I want to go somewhere where I actually feel like I'm taken care of and treated like a valuable customer. Totally disappointed with this place and won't be back or reccomend to anyone. And by the way management, get better sales people who can reccomend, assess, and leave the customer feeling confident in their purchase, and get a better return policy. I feel totally cheated by you guys.

The young man who "helped" me looked to be about 15 years old. He did not seem to know anything about feet, fit, or shoes. He did not offer to measure my foot or do any of the fancy foot evaluation and fitting like the website claims they do. He just asked me what type of shoe I was looking for and I told him about the Asics I was currently wearing. He then said they don't carry my size and offered to order it. I don't like to order shoes that I have never tried on. The man behind the counter never offered any help and they acted like they couldn't wait for me to get out of the store. Which I did. No sale.

Employees were super friendly, helpful, and found what i needed quickly. Made me feel comfortable, and told me to come back if i have any issues within a week.

Not only do my husband and I buy our training shoes at American Running Company, we send all of our Rock Solid Fitness clients there too! Why? Because the staff is educated to fit the right shoe to what your foot does during your walking and running gait pattern. As Licensed Physical Therapist Assistants, we appreciate their knowledge. And as customers, we appreciate their friendliness and excellent customer service. American Running Company is truly the best store of its kind in the Tampa Bay area!

I dealt with the General Manager of the store when I purchased a pair of Newtons. The $175 shoe was different than most running shoes in that the sole has articulated lugs to help guide you onto the sweet spot on the ball of the foot, instead of landing heel first. When the manager sensed my hesitation, she said if I didn't like them, I could return them within seven days, with receipt and box, for an exchange. The Newtons were not for me, so I bought a $120 Brooks shoe and was given a gift certificate as the remainder of the credit instead of the cash as preferred. I felt this policy wasn't made clear at the time of purchase, but the manager held steadfast.

I was also disappointed with the knowledge of the young staff. Two of the employees (one in training) told me I pronated, which I've never been told, and limits one to style choices. I actually bought shoes on my second visit from the general manager who told me I don't pronate when I asked. Be aware.

Bought first pair of Vibram 5 finger shoes there. Staff was super helpful and informative

It s a bit out of town but the staff were helpful and spent time letting me try on half a dozen different brands of running shoes until I had the perfect fit.
The left inner heel lining of the Sacony runners I bought wore through after a month and they exchanged them without argument, so their after sales service is good

The professional staff knew exactly what shoes to buy, they are my wife's favorite shoes for running she has ever owned. This is the place to go to get a custom fit. The lady who fitted us was super nice.

Only place I can get New balance sandals
Only place I trust in fitting me with proper tennies.

Staff is SUPER FRIENDLY! I've had problems with my feet for a while now and told Jennie about my chronic pains. She watched me walk and she knew exactly what I needed! This was my first visit here and two weeks later when I came back to the store, Jennie knew exactly who I was! (Impressive!)
I thought the shoes were expensive at first. But after wearing them for two weeks now, I've realized that you get what you pay for. If you don't want to spend $$ on good shoes, go to your local Wal-Mart for shoes. If you want the right shoe for your lifestyle, GO SEE JEANNIE!!!!(SHE'S THE BEST!)

CJ is ok too. ; )

CJ (I think that was his name said he was the GM) was extremely helpful! Answwred my questions and put me in the RIGHT shoes for me! Thanks!!

Solid selections of the basics. Not a bunch of anything but socks, lots of colors and types. Good but not great.

The Location is easy to find, when the work will finish in the US 19 ... near the Countryside BLVD.
BUT they are very very professional to chose the right tipe of shoes for YOU! :)

Amazing time and services the rep who helped me was amazing "Paulina".....well imformed knew her what she was doing how to address my needs im not a small person...she took extra steps to make sure i received the right footwear and possible ways to help with my work schedule and workouts....i will recamend to my family and friends. ..thanks again paulina and American running company for such a uplifting experience and knowledgeable reps ....

I am new to the sport of running and was nervous going into this store because I am not a runner. I was so happy and relieved when the store manager Paulina took me in and showed me around. She took her time and showed me a few things that I would need to get started. I left feeling confident about my purchases and will definitely be back!

I highly recommend shopping here...I am a local massage therapist who works with a variety of clients, who have various types of issues including pain, postural/structural issues, neuro issues, accidents, and musculo-skeletal conditions. I have found that in some cases they are wearing shoes that are less than supportive for the conditions they have and for the activities they are engaging in. I encourage them to go to American Running for an evaluation and to purchase the proper shoe and accessories needed. I have had happy clients reporting back to me.

As an avid walker, 70 miles plus a week, I am so thankful to have found this store. Bought new shoes there a few months ago, went back in today with an issue regarding the inserts my podiatrist gave me and some discomfort. Instead of upselling, he showed me the way to tie them to adjust the fit. This is not a store just for the young runner, I am a 61 yr old walker, the store caters to each customer as if they were the only customer. Highly recommend.

The only place I go for running shoes. Gait analysis and a test run on their treadmill gets you into the perfect shoes for you

I found this company about 5 years ago after I got into fitness. I thought it was normal for my feet to hurt during & after my workout.... until I heard about ARC. After an assessment, they told me that I needed a certain type of shoe. And they couldn't be more RIGHT!!!! No more pain!
These guys & gals definitely know what they are doing.
Highly recommend.

Knowledgeable, friendly staff. Our family of marathoners, Ironman and newbies alike have relied on ARC s expertise for many years.

I've been shopping with ARC for the last few years. The friendly staff is very knowledgeable about running and will help you find the shoes you need. I've even come in for proper insert fittings. Highly recommend to all levels of runners!

My girlfriend and I drove about an hour down there last week, We were told that we have a week to test them out. If we don't like them for any reason that we can bring them back due a full refund or exchange. I made sure that was what was said. I've worked in retail quite a long time and I know to make sure the customer knows our policies before they leave the store. Had known we couldn't get our money back and Only get an (exchange or store credit) When we came back we would have not purchased them, and got them online like we did. That's bad buisness and do not recommend going to this store to anyone.

CJ was very helpful. Love my new running shoes! Their wear them for a week guarantee makes it an easy decision.

Awesome company for anyone that needs fitted for shoes!

Went in without any knowledge of type of shoe needed or gait. The employee there was extremely knowledgeable and assisted my wife and I very well. We will be returning here for future needs.