Murphy’s Fit

These guys are legit and can tell what type of shoe you need just by watching you walk. Great local shoe store.

Personalized service for someone who wears an odd size. They fit me in a runner and then when they didn’t have my dress shoe size they told me that and didn’t try to sell me a shoe in the wrong size. I have had so many bad shoe fits in the past at other places that I really appreciate that service.

I had another amazing experince today, buying shoes for my ten-​year-​old grand daughter. As usual the service was professional and patient. All the info I needed to make a good choice for the little girl. She came down to two shoes she liked and asked the owner if she could run outside and test them out (two different brands, one on each foot) and he said, «Sure.» Out she went. Typical of this place.

I would NOT recommend purchasing shoes from this store. Their selection is not as wide as other specialty shoe stores and their service incredibly poor. I am highly disappointed as I purchased a pair of shoes from them that were defective (see the photos of two months of wear for a shoe which cost over $ 100). Instead of them offering to help contact the maker of the shoe or offering me a refund, they instead pushed it back on me telling me to call the shoe company in addition to being incredibly rude when I voiced my frustration for their lack of help. One of the associates even got so mad that he walked away and said «he couldn’t deal with me.» Turns out that I was correct in that the shoe ended up being defective. I will NEVER be returning to this store.
In addition, their return policy is ridiculous, only store credit. This locks you into their minimal options and poor service.
I always want to support local business but not when the owners are completely inappropriate and unprofessional.

Clean, organized, and selling probably a little more than you think they’d sell.
The gentleman that helped me was very helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. We bought spenco orthotics. They also have Superfeet among some other brands of orthotics.
They have a variety of shoes.
They also sell watches, swim caps, running shorts, sports tanks and bras.
It’s old school cool — receipts are hand written, tax calculated with a calculator.

I try to support local businesses as much as possible and was happy to do so today at Murphy’s Fit. I had my eye on Asics Cumulus 16, but after talking with the helpful and knowledgeable salesman, was steered to a Saucony that feels great. I was pleased with the friendly service and am glad that I didn’t make a mistake with shoes purchased online or at a Big Box Store.

I totally trust this place and have been coming here for decades since they first opened.
Worth going way out of my way.
They have always steered me right in selecting the most appropriate shoe model for my extremely flat and problematic feet. I have been to both Fleet Feet and New Balance stores and they are very nice but this place truly knows best. (Both FF and NB are probably ok for the general public but the staff at both places have steered me wrong and messed up my feet)
Murphys Fit is a specialty store meaning they are not a discount shop. You are paying for the expertise/​service as well as the product and for the high quality you get here, it is totally worth it.

They were open until 6 today, and when I showed up at 5:52 today, the door was locked and they were vacuuming. I started to walk away, and the gentleman saw me, so he came to open the door. I asked if they were open until 6, since I had called 20 minutes before, from the train, on my way home to confirm their hours. He said yes, and did I know what I wanted to buy. I told him running shoes (they are full price and often more expensive than big box store, but I like to support local businesses). He asked me if I could buy them in 5 minutes… Really??? I am going to spend over $ 100 most likely on running shoes, and you are pressuring me to buy within 5 minutes? Talk about customer service… I said that I didn’t want to shop where I was going to be rushed, so thanks anyway… Headed to a big box store…

We went in this store today to try in some shoes. We liked the first shoe that we tried, so wanted to scan the price tag of the box to get an idea of how much it costs online. The store owner took the box out of my hand while i was trying to scan the tag very aggressively and said that «we don’t scan boxes».
Well, I AM SORRY you are not able to compete with like of Amazon in terms of cost. But such behavior will not only make the situation worse, as not only I will NEVER go back there, but also whoever asks for my opinion about this store I will suggest for them never to go there if they respect themselves.

Excellent service and nicely vetted selection. I got a great pair of court shoes here.

I wanted to start running longer than just 5 – 10 minutes and to train for a 5K, but my feet and right knee hurt recently just being on the elliptical for 30 minutes. I read some Unilocal reviews and Murphy’s Fit sounded like the place I could get expert opinion on the right shoe for my feet for running AND it was the case, so thank you other Unilocalers. I’ve experienced shin splints and various foot pain, never realizing the cause. I believe Gary’s complimentary education lesson on «pronator» has answered why. Gary listened to my reason for shopping there and then instructed me to walk slowly then extra extra extra slowly to observe my foot form/​shape. He told me I had a pronator foot shape, explained to me what it was and brought out two pairs of shoes to try on. Both made the bottom of my feet feel leveled (= neutral = foot felt good) and in the end the Saucony Omni 13 one was voted best by my feet. I was expecting the shoes to be more expensive, but they were comparable to other stores I’d been in before. I haven’t given the shoe the full test drive, but I could say I will be back at Murphy’s Fit for another shoe in the future because the service (knowledge and patience) is beyond exceptional. The store was busy on and off while I was there and I will say if the place is busy, be patient because they are patient with each customer and that takes time. I was in there the first time and Gary and another gentleman was helping customers, so I ran a quick errand then came back and waited for my turn. When it was my turn, Gary was patient and helpful and I would wait even longer for that kind of service and expertise. Plus, this newfound knowledge and shoe will likely help my knees last longer. When someone who runs 50 miles a week and has been in this specialized shoe business for 93 years, that speaks volumes.

I have been shopping for atheletic shoes here for over 25 years. they are really helpful and knowledgable. If you want to buy the RIGHT shoes for your feet, go here. I have always «proned in» (I practically walk on my ankles), and they have always put me in good shoes. I recently developed plantar facitis, manifesting in heel pain. I tried on 6 pairs of shoes, came home with one. I wore them at home over a week. They rubbed my ankles. Went back, got another pair and they feel great. my plantar facitis pain has already been reduced by about 50%. they really work with you. They don’t give refunds of any kind, only store credit. But the store credit is lifefime, and if you ask them to keep track of it there, they do. It’s a little bit of a strange policy. But their knowledge, and their desire to work with you and fit you in the right shoe is so worth it. It’s WAY better than a «big box» sports store. Nice people too.

Excellent service. Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful staff. I have a condition which makes one of my feet much larger than normal. They had extreme width shoes, In stock. The salesman spent time with me, was very respectful of my condition, and worked with me trying on over 10 pairs to find exactly the right fit. Plus it’s great to support local businesses. I will be back!

Entered close to closing time and clueless about running shoes. In less than half an hour, they had me try on four pairs, taught me a lot about running and what to look for in shoes, and assessed my feet structure. Incredibly helpful and kind. Support local businesses!

it is time for them to get out of the business. They were sarcastic unhelpful and disrespectful. This was the worst customer experience I’ve had anywhere in years. Please read this review and know that it is time for you to sell the store.

I never made it in the front door. My schedule was such that I had to make an early appointment to visit the store at 9:30 instead of 10. After driving 30 minutes to get there, the woman I made the appointment with didn’t even show up or have the courtesy to call me and cancel. There was a man inside the store, presumably getting ready to open at 10. He wouldn’t even open the door to take my contact information. Usually i give people a couple chances, but not this place. I won’t be back.

Fantastic and knowledgable service. They took the time to help find the right style and fit for me and my mom. Highly recommend if you are looking for quality service and products.

Had a great experience. I’m a (very) new runner and the owner took the time to find the right shoes for me while also educating me on the differences in shoes. Will definitely go again!

I have consistently shopped here for years. I have always had a positive experience buying shoes and running gear there. They are very knowledgeable and experienced, plus I love supporting a great local business.
They are my only store for all things running. When my current shoes wear out, I’m headed straight there. I highly recommend them and always have!
Thank you, Murphy’s Fit!

Buying running shoes here helped me become the avid runner that I am today… and 30 lbs lighter. For years I never bought the right shoe… never had the right help. Got hurt. Didn’t want to run anymore. I decided to stop in Murphy’s Fit to figure out what I was doing wrong and to see how a shoe could help fix it. I was up front with them about my budget and no one ever treated me weird. This place stands by it’s product and knows a ton about it.
Now… Are the shoes top of the line here? Yes. Are they expensive? Most often. But if you check the web they cost the same there. I’d rather get input and pointers from the extremely knowledgable staff then purchase online… even if I do get free shipping. They have brands that you don’t find everywhere. Mizuno, in particular, are my favorite. Go to foot locker if you don’t want the best in quality and in service.
I love this place.