Coventry Runner 223 Burnaby Road, Coventry CV6 4AX

"I had a great experience buying new running shoes here yesterday. Big thanks to Stan, who was really encouraging and informative throughout the gait analysis. I'll be running my first marathon this year and have been on quite the journey with my training so far (pesky injuries!), so it was a comfort to speak to an experienced runner and to trust his advice, without feeling like I was being made to buy something. I wasn't rushed and left feeling confident my feet will be happy on race day :) Thanks Stan and thanks Coventry Runner."

"Went on a Saturday and served by a really helpful lady. After trying on 10 plus trainers In another running shop and none of them correct she was able to understand where they weren't right and advise on a pair quickly! After trying on one pair of womens shoes she was able to advise I would be Better in men's shoes and it instantly solved the issue I was having. I only had to try on three pairs at coventry runner to find the right pair with one just for the treadmill! Would recommendthis shop great service and knowlede. Thank you"

"Hit or miss depending on who you get. I went in wanting to try on some shoes based on recommendations and to see how they fitted. The person I was served by was very cold from the get go, saying I shouldn't listen to recommendations. When I was offered and turned down having gait analysis (as I was only browsing), they basically wanted nothing to do with me. They were rude and negative, refusing to make any comment all because I didn't want to pay for the gait analysis. The second server however was very friendly and actually helpful, talking about my running experience and giving me another pair of shoes to try on. If it wasn't for this person, I would have given 1 star. Very disappointed after seeing previous positive reviews. I've never been served by someone so dismissive because I wouldn't use an optional service they offer. Clearly only wants to help if you're going to buy something there and then."

"New to distance running (aged 66) I've managed to get myself a charity entry into The London Marathon 2023. My 4 year old ASICS shoes were worn out so time for some new ones. Coventry Runner carried out a gait analysis for me on their treadmill whilst wearing a pair of 'neutral' shoes, showed me the video of how my feet strike and roll as I run, and provided a range of running shoes to address my running style. Stan then put me back on the treadmill to show how the new shoes perform against the neutral ones. Stan, a runner himself, was patient, offered good advice and recommended some excellent shoes. having found 2 different styles that I felt comfortable in, I went ahead and bought both, with absolutely no pressure to purchase anything. I even got some additional good advice from Anne Marie regarding fund raising for the event. So pleased with the products and the service. Highly recommend this store and their staff."

"Coventry Runner is the best local running shop by far. Great selection of trainers, clothing and all the running related accessories you'd ever need. All staff are experienced runners, so really know their stuff. You simply can't go wrong."