The Best Running Stores in Austin, Texas

Austin is a great running city. Mild winters, the 20-mile-long footpath along Lady Bird Lake, gigantic hills in Travis Heights, post-run recovery tacos, what could be better? To make sure you're equipped with the latest and greatest, here are three picks for where to shop when you're looking for an in-person service experience in Texas' best running city.

The Three Best Running Stores in Austin

To put together our list of the best running stores in Austin, we looked at all the local specialty and nationally-owned running stores in the area. We considered reviews, location, community presence and customer feedback to narrow our list to the final three. Below are our picks for the best running stores in the Austin area. 

1. Ready to Run

Google Rating: 4.9/5 stars

Address: 3616 Far W Blvd #120, Austin, TX 78731

Phone: (512) 241-0323

Ready to Run is Austin's premier locally owned and operated specialty running store. Based in the Far West Retail Center on the north side of town, they specialize in gait analysis and helping you find the perfect pair of shoes. Founded in 2013, they've got a decade of experience under their belt and can help with everything from your first pair of road running shoes to decking you out for an ultra marathon. 

Local Owners

Ready to Run was founded by Scott and Karla Hippensteel, Austin locals who are both graduates of UT (hook 'em). Scott ran competitively for the Longhorns and worked part-time in the competitive running industry post-college on top of his day job as a teacher and XC coach in the Lockhart school district. Karla is also involved in the community, serving in the Attorney 

2. The Loop Running Supply Co

Google Maps Rating: 4.9/5 stars

Address: 115 Sandra Muraida Way Ste 105B, Austin, TX 78703

Run Club: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at 6pm from the shop

The Loop Running Supply Co is downtown Austin's go-to running outfitters. They're among the first to stock the hot releases of the year, and we've found their colorway selection to be top-notch. With an eye for style, The Loop also has well-designed original lifestyle apparel and carries gear from trendy deep-cut fan favorite brands like District Vision.

Founder

Founded by a former manager of Ready to Run, the team at the Loop brings local expertise and a commitment to the Austin running community. Beyond the standard shoes, gear and nutrition, the Loop hosts community events like a weekly run club and a summer 5k series co-sponsored by On.

3. Fleet Feet

Google Maps Rating: 4.9/5 stars

Address: 211 Walter Seaholm Dr, Austin, TX 78701

Special services: Free in-store appointments 

Fleet Feet is a national family of specialty run stores with a local spirit. The Fleet Feet in downtown Austin caters to a variety of runners, from complete beginners running a coach-to-5k program to experience ultrarunners. What's unique about their offering is that they have free in-store appointments for shoe fitting.