Running shoe store?

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Has anyone ever seen a store that specializes in running shoes? I’d like to buy from a store with knowledgable salespeople if possible as I think I may need special shoes.

Thanks.

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Reviving this very old thread.

I would like to try on some Hoka’s, Asics, etc., in addition to the traditional NB and Nike brands.

Is there such a store in Taipei? Thanks.

Went from a minimalist shoe to Newtons now. I think I’ve corrected my form. No more knee pain. I’m now ready to go for something with more cushioning.

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I believe that the Asics flagship store near Zhongxiao Dunhua does gait analysis, but I’m not 100% on that, maybe just go and check it out?

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Almost 7 years ago I bought a nice pair of Mizuno at a shop somewhere near the stupid night market in Shilin. I think I remember they had a lot of material, not just running shoes (I bought a super nice running t-shirt and an equally good running shorts).

I could be this one: https://www.google.com.tw/maps/@25.0889208,121.5233274,3a,41.8y,72.26h,97.61t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sFOjqDVS2tEW8TBe-5mw6Yw!2e0!7i13312!8i6656

Or this one:

But I THINK this is the one:

You have three shops there, so you should be able to find what you need in that street (the shops are very close to each other.

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Thanks both of you. And it seems I heard about Asics and gait analysis. I should check that out.

I’m very curious about the Hoka shoe.

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One of my friend’s on fb just liked this. It looks like they have some decent brands (including Hokas!). Heck of a long website address.

台北市松山區八德路三段20-1號1樓
台灣 105

https://www.facebook.com/ISPOTW/?hc_ref=ARRUZaEX5F91zPhtFMojFGz4_YulZrR40od2pXiQ5onof_I1sWTVbwNfwUFJN7hQnXA&ft[tn]=kC-R-R-R-R&ft[qid]=6481462163878296803&ft[mf_story_key]=2290346253461554906&ft[is_sponsored]=1&ft[ei]=AI%40960f07d9daa384e36c4133ed5fabe23f&ft[top_level_post_id]=2045501449046158&ft[page_id]=1374929269436716&ft[fbfeed_location]=1&ft[insertion_position]=1&md=1

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Hoka has been holding lots of promotions lately. they had an event nearby here where i could take there latest models out for as long a run as i wanted. Also, they have a 30 day return special which is rare here in my experience. They sell online and have popup stores. They are on Facebook and you can get more info there.

I got a pair recently with a heavy discount which put it on par with prices back home. Items like this are usually more expensive here.

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How are they? More of a high cushion shoe, right? Do they take some getting used to? Not for everyone like Newtons?

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Lots of cushion. Haven’t tried Newtons.

I trained for the Xiamen marathon in Hoka Clifton 2’s and I found those shoes to be very different - like walking on a cloud but they also “rock you forward”. Shoe was a little wide for my foot and I got some rubbing.

I switched to Saucony’s over the winter to train for the Phuket marathon and they also had good support.

This summer I finally found a pair of very expensive Salomon road running shoes. This are the exact opposite of Hoka’s. Very flat. Felt great. But I developed an injury and put them away for awhile and am using Hoka’s again as I see if I can start training again for something in the new year.

I find the new Hoka’s to be slightly harder in the sole and a little narrower. Still very comfortable. No break in period or anything like that.

But really everyone’s foot is different and most shoes these days are of decent quality. It’s just a matter of finding what works for your foot.

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I think maybe you’re right about that. I was looking at reviews and an Under Armour shoe made the list for one review. I was surprised to see that.

I just have a gut feeling about Hoka. I’ve altered my form with minimalist shoes and I think I need more cushioning now as I’m getting some (very) minor foot pains after runs. It seems more cushioning would do the trick.