Tri-State Running Company

I’ve gotten running shoes, socks and other stuff there on two occasions and love it. I like having a real runner and shoe expert answering my questions and recommending what I should buy. It’s like going to a specialized butcher for the best meat instead of the supermarket for everything. There’s no pressure to buy.
Great place.

This is a nice running store serving those who live in more suburban Northern Kentucky. They have a good selection of shoes, clothes, and other running-​related gear. I can’t comment on prices or service as I’ve only been in the store for their weekly training groups.
I have gone to a couple of the Flying Pig training runs on Wednesdays. They are very organized with routes and communication, and always have a water cooler out in the middle of the runs. Best part is it’s free (unlike the Roncker’s groups). They also have a weekly email blast with pertinent race information and sometimes discounts. Score.

Just came in to see what they offered. They were very encouraging. Going to try out running group on upcoming Saturday. I ask if newbies were allowed, he laughed, «yes» ! I really appreciate a company that are willing to help even if you dont know what your doing.
Both guys were very nice and friendly. They told me a lot of women are a part of the running group that’s what I needed to hear. He also stated I have the option of going back if it got too much, that was very thoughtful.
I think all of us should support these specialty shoppes they are the heart of local businesses!
afterwards —- I went next door and visited the NEW cupcake shoppe, yummm.

This place is a great alternative to The Running Spot. It’s a speciality store for runners, and the people who work here are always willing to give advice to amateurs like myself. The prices for the gear can get pretty expensive but that’s true of all speciality stores. I’ve bought some shoes, and winter running gear and have been very satisfied with the purchases.
When I was looking for new running shoes the person working was helping 3 different groups and I felt like I got as much help as I needed picking out the shoes. He watched me walk and run to get an idea of what type of shoe I could use, and picked out several with extra arch support. He encouraged me to try them on and even go for a run around the parking lot to see how they felt. I tried on 3 or 4 different shoes and then picked out the one that worked best. It was probably some of the best customer service that I’ve had.
They also have a water cooler in the back that you can use if you are mid-​run and need to hydrate. They sell a bunch of supplements in gels, chews, and drinks.
If you are a runner in the area then check them out.