Runners Depot

When it comes to running, gear and supplies, they have what you need. This is a local mom-​and-​pop shop with several stores throughout S. Florida, run by friendly staff and very knowledgeable about the products they carry. They carry several of the most prominent shoes in the industry, a wide variety of clothing and other gear, as well as energy tablets, and other endurance supplements.
They also mark down their older inventory and closeouts, so you can find good deals comparable to bargain online outlets, with the added benefit of seeing the shoe, trying it on, before you buy it. Many of the staff are Pedorthists, and they do offer Personal Fitting to ensure proper shoe selection.
Overall, a very nice shop, friendly staff and willing to go the extra mile to earn your business. They will also ship stuff from their other stores, in case its out of stock at this location.

I came here when I needed to get some new running shoes and had a wonderful experience. The staff was knowledgable and took the time to do a proper shoe fitting. The customer service was awesome, the guy helping me out was not overbearing or pushy. I thought that they had a nice variety of different options to choose from. In addition to footwear, they have workout clothes, foam rollers, gps watches/​heart rate monitors and all the accessories you need for an upcoming race. I would definitely recommend checking out Runners Depot!

Best customer service you will ever receive in a store: hands down.
I went here last Sunday to purchase a new pair of running shoes. They asked me to walk around and then run on the treadmill. Prescribed the perfect neutral shoes for me, which I tried on and bought. The whole time, the guy was super patient, keeping me informed on availability, prices and return policy. I noticed the team members work well together, asking each other for help; there’s no competition between them.
So I bought those shoes, brought them home. Tried them on the next morning and they felt tight. Took them back and no questions asked, I was able to swap them out for another pair, which they had to special order for me from their supplier. In fact, they ordered two different sizes of two different shoes just so I could see which of the two I prefer.
Folks, THIS is customer service. Yes, you pay a few more bucks for it, but the piece of mind is worth every penny.

If you are considering running or you already are an avid runner, don’t look any further. The advice you will get and the products available will help you enormously to get a great running experience. These guys really understand what running is all about. Great advice from runners!

I was a difficult customer, I admit. The staff exceeded all my expectations. I walked away confident that I made a good purchase (Brooks Adrenaline) and I know that I can exchange this pair of running shoes within 30 days, which make me even more satisfied. Yes I probable could save a few bucks on-​line, but I liked their knowledgeable consultation, personalized selection. Turned out I needed stability shoes, which became apparent to them after observing me running on their treadmill. Thank you!

Runners and Tourists BEWARE
No refund policy just store credit or gift card. Tourists make sure you like what you buy because you will never get your $$$ back after you leave SOFLA
BAD POLICY

This Runners depot is is the same as the one in Davie. Extensive selection, good pricing, well trained staff, and adept to a runners needs. The reason to choose this runners depot over the other is simple. The manager is the best!
I have worked with him a couple times, he is personable, knowledgable and patient with every one who comes through the door. He runs races, will remember you and most of the races you have run, will never try to sell you a shoe based on price, and he will not let you leave without trying out the shoes you are buying, even if you are buying the exact same brand and series.
Bring in your old running shoes so he can examine the wear pattern, and be ready to be put in the best running shoes of your life.

Cheaper online but these guys give personal service.
Though it seemed like a middle schooler helping us, turned out he knew what he was doing.
Hard to find, GPS had it away from the strip mall, so just drive around the old strip mall, it is in there, just facing out, toward the elevated main highway wall.

Let’s be Honest.
Unilocal = Food… Good Food.
It exposes you to new places constantly.
I have not paced myself.
Hit every food truck and ROTD (review of the day) the last few months. But skipped those great local Parks and Trails.
If you are looking for running shoes, this is a good option in the Aventura area. I was going to head to Runner’s High down south but opted for something closer to home. Checked Unilocal and walked in for a Fitting.
Small shop with great knowledgeable staff.
After few questions (level of running, price range) I did a fitting and a ran on a treadmill. My foot, arch and ground contact were analyzed and the info recorded and stored. For my next pair they will simply pull up the info and send me on my way.
Good place.
Note: I wore them to the second gathering of BTTR (Weekly Tuesday night Food Truck gathering on 109^th and Biscayne)… not the initial intent for my new running shoes… but hell of a good way to break them in!

Barry at Runner’s Depot is one of the most expert shoe fitters I have ever experienced. I can’t believe I used to just go to the mall and pick out whatever looked cool.
Barry (or Andrea or whoever is working there) will check your stride, your gate, your arch, your pronation, and your overall foot type and match you to the shoe that is right for you.
Though the store may be busy at times (and at other times slow) they will take their time explaining your foot and having you try on every appropriate shoe until you find the perfect match.
And because they have several stores nearby– if this location doesn’t have the exact style, size, or fit that you would like, they can usually have the right one delivered the very next day.
Bottom line: I found my way to Runner’s Depot because my old running shoes (which were not right for my type of foot– out of my own ignorance) caused a big problem for me. Gain from my experience– for the exact same price (or less) as the Nikes you were going to buy at Foot Locker (Runner’s Depots do also sell Nike’s), have Barry and Andrea do a complete foot analysis and save yourself the damage, doctor’s bills, and down-​time, and rehabilitation.
I went to running stores in L.A., Niketown, and this is the ONLY running store where I am completely confident that they know what they’re doing.
Barry used to work in a lab making orthotics and may know more about the human foot than some podiatrists I’ve talked to (although I’m sure he would tell me that I’m over-​crediting him).
Oh yeah, and my Asics Cumulus 11’s look damn sweet, too.
Thanks Barry, and thank you Runner’s Depot!
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Additional info: they also have a pain center filled with support straps, heel cups, and orthotic stuff. They also sell a nice selection of sunglasses, socks, clothing etc.
Also, the price of my sneakers on the Internet was $ 95 delivered, the price in the store was $ 99– $ 4 more, but at the store you get to run in the sneakers on the treadmill or outside. Plus I have a feeling that they’re very fair with returns, etc. Extraordinary customer service at beyond-​fair pricing.

Training for a half marathon got me hooked on running as well as started on a constant quest for the right gear. I’ve faced many obstacles in my training but I’m convinced that with the right gear I can accomplish anything.
Thus began my journey to Runners Depot. One of many problems involved serious ugly nasty blisters. Research dictated getting different socks. I heard that Runners Depot carried Balaga socks that were a must have according to other runners.
I called them up and said «I got a weird question. What brand socks do you carry?» Reply «That’s not a weird question at all.» And then the guy proceeded to recite all the brands. They carried Balaga. yay. Upon arrival I was greeted by two VERY HELPFUL folks. My request for socks turned into a long discussion of all my problems and some bonding with the sales lady who suffered from some of the same ailments. As an insane person addicted to running, it felt good to talk to someone else who shared my insanity and who was earnestly interested in helping me find a solution.
I found my socks and was directed to the Davie location because they didn’t have the item I needed in stock. They had called the Davie location for me to put it on hold as it was only about 15 minutes away.
For a serious runner this place is great. The sales people & owner love the sport and love helping others. They watched me walk to check out my biomechanics and recommended certain brands of shoes for my next pair. Having gone to the Davie location, I noticed that the Aventura location has less of a selection but most of what you will probably need — shoes, clothes, accessories and energy foods.
This is definitely going to be one of my must-​go to places for gear & advice!

After braving torrential downpours and an unsuccessful venture to a more centralized running shoe store, we headed up to the Runners Depot in Aventura. My friend and I were both in the market for new running shoes, and my friend had some specifics in mind, so we called to make sure they carried the brand she was looking for (Brooks).
Located in the Promenade Shops just north of Aventura Mall, this place can be a little tricky to find. After driving through the entire shopping plaza, we ended up calling again to get the exact location, and the lady (the owner, perhaps?) was more than helpful. When we finally arrived, she asked if we were the ones who’d just called. And then she proceeded to help us.
By the time we got there, I’d decided I didn’t really need running shoes right then and there. But my friend was still gung-​ho, and the sales lady had her walk in front of her to see her step, and then recommended shoes from there. All told, we were in and out in about 15 minutes, and my friend got a spanking-​new pair of Adidas running shoes, for a reasonable price.
The other sales associate was helping a marathon-​runner get outfitted with new gear, and we all learned that running shoes have a mileage, meaning they pretty much are done after going a certain number of miles. Good to know!
I will definitely hit up Runners Depot when it’s time for me to upgrade my running shoes. It’s definitely worth the trip to Aventura!

I went to Runners Depot to get fitted for running sneakers. I was recommended by two friend’s who’d been there and gotten great service.
Sean (sales) had me do a walking test and recommended the best sneakers for my step and knee support. He was very good, but I wish he would have been a little more attentive; he started taking care of another customer before being finished with me. All good though, he was still fairly attentive and gave me the best advice on shoes and races.
Diana (manager?) was a little more attentive and very friendly (as was Sean).
They’re really only getting 4 stars instead of 5 b/​c I would have liked to have seen a larger selection of colors on the sneakers they had. I prefer to get Nike sneakers and the only had two options for stability, and the colors were limited.
But in all — the service was great, and they have a nice selection of running/​excercise stuff.
Prices were average: not too high, not too low.