Run N Fun

Staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful! I don’t think I’ll ever go back to the Running Room!

I’ll let this little non-​fiction screenplay speak for itself.
Setting: Bus stop, MSP airport, 7:32 p.m. Man standing, harried, on business trip. Realizes he has forgotten his running shoes. He calls Run N Fun.
Woman: Run N Fun.
Man: Hi, uhm, what time do you all close?
Woman: 8 p.m.
Man: Uhhh, can you stay open until like, 8:10 and pull some Brooks Ghosts 11.5s off the shelf?
Woman: Yeah, sure.
Man boards bus. Man rides bus to Randolph and 5. Man walks with luggage to Run N Fun, quickly. Man enters store.
Man sees three boxes of Brooks Ghosts, size 11.5, sitting out ON DISPLAY by register. Three employees waiting patiently.
Woman: Are you the Brooks guy?
Man: Yes, thanks for staying open.
Woman: Here are your options.
Man buys shoes. Man makes mental note to give 5 stars. Man has beautiful, unseasonably warm run through St. Paul shrouded in the night.

I have been referring people to this store for a few years, but I won’t be any longer. I had a great experience my first time being there. Not overly attentive, but knowledgeable. Since then, I have been greeted and then ignored. The last shoe purchase (not clothing), I don’t think the sales associate even listened to me while I explained my knee issues. Furthermore, he didn’t seem knowledgeable at all. I spent $ 100 on shoes I don’t even like. I wish they would treat the customer like they were the source of their paycheck, not an interruption to their day.

Best EVER run n fun supply spot!!! Murphy, Anna, Marin are very knowledgeable, most helpful, and very thoughtfully kind associates! Bravo Zulu with many thanks!

AWESOME customer service! Knowledgeable and friendly and kid-​friendly too! Love this place!!!

The staff at Run N Fun were super friendly both times I went in to buy shoes. I’ve bought multiple pairs and I plan to go to Run N Fun in the future. I’ve been given great help and a competitive price (less expensive than Amazon), from everyone I’ve dealt with. Please keep up the good work servicing the people of St. Paul with comfortable running shoes.

They have a great selection of shoes and clothes. I try to buy from them any time I can because they support runners with clubs and workshops and a place to meet for group runs.
However, the staff isn’t always very helpful when fitting shoes. They brought out all kinds and were pretty cool about my pickiness, but let me buy shoes that were really wrong. When I got home, I took the shoes on a couple of long runs. They were a horrible fit. I can’t wear them. Unfortunately for me, I live in California and bought the shoes here when visiting family to support this place I had known from when I lived in MN, so there’s really no way to return them. I had to buy new ones out here. $ 125 down the drain :(

Running and fun really don’t go together for me, but I do participate for my health. That said, I needed new shoes.
I walked in and was greeted by a nice woman. I was apprehensive at first because she didn’t seem too interested in selling me shoes. Really, she was just laid back and letting me take my time. Very nice.
She brought me boxes and boxes and boxes of shoes. Different brands, different sizes, new models, old models. She felt my toes in each pair and had me go run down the block! Now THAT was fun.
I decided on a pair and she told me if the shoes didn’t work out and the soles weren’t dirty I could return them. WOW

After beginning a walking program, it was painfully clear that my shoes were not cutting the mustard (bleeding blisters anyone?). Fortunately, I was directed to the pros at Run N Fun.
I arrived at the store on a Saturday afternoon. The place was jammed but there were LOTS of sales people available. I was helped by a friendly young woman who patiently and without any judgment or attitude whatsoever helped my find the shoes for me. She observed my stride and made some initial suggestions, then as I tried shoes on, continued to refine her suggestions until I found the perfect pair of shoes. Mind you, I was getting this personal attention while the store was absolutely crawling with other customers. Amazing! No pressure, no attitude, just an enthusiastic helpful salesperson trying to help me find JUST what I needed. In addition to shoes, the store offers a very wide selection of clothing and accessories.
I can also say from experience that returns are easy. I bought a pair of shorts in the wrong size. When I brought them back a few days later, a (different) salesperson helped me find the right size and I was on my way – no hassle.
I’m not a runner or a «jock» type. I very much appreciate the professionalism and knowledge of the staff here, and the fact that everyone was friendly and focused on the customer. Highly recommended.

Great place to pick up anything you could possibly need for running-​based activities. Excellent, knowledgeable staff will help you find just the right gear. They also partner with equipment companies and local race organizers for informal training runs and other events that build the running community in the twin cities. If you’re interested in starting running for the first time or are a seasoned, multi-​marathoner, you’ll be equally well-​served here. Location feels cramped, because it is. The building is in a residential neighborhood and uses up as much space as it can, but there’s definitely a difference from the big-​box retailers (which is both good – better service, and bad – no room to spread out). There is also a location in Burnsville in case you live down that way or if you need space to spread out more.

I’m new to running and came here to get a good pair of shoes. The employees were very helpful in helping me find comfortable running shoes!

What a find! I was sent here by a co-​worker and I can’t thank her enough. I only stopped in to buy some cliff bloks but the staff was sooooooooooo friendly and I had to hop on and rave about them. While checking out they took their time to answer questions about my running shoes that I had not even purchased from them. I plan to go back to get some discounted past season shoes. 30% off a pair of asics gel nimbus… yes please!

I think that this is probably the best running store in the Twin Cities. I have been to Marathon Sport, most of the Running Rooms, Gear Fitness, and most of the chain shoe stores and I think the Run N Fun is the best by far. I have purchased my last 4 pairs of shoes here and a bunch of apparel and running gear.
They probably have the biggest section of shoe and clothing. The Staff are great, and are all pretty knowledgeable. And if they don’t know something they will tell you or ask someone that does know. The best part about Run N Fun is that they do a good job at helping to identify the shoe that you need and make suggestions as to what you should get. If they don’t have it they won’t try and push you into something just because they have it on the shelf.
I have run over 15 marathons and do several ultra marathons a year, so I go through a lot of shoes and this place is a great place to get them. Their prices is often less than normal retail and even what you can find only when you add in shipping.

Run N Fun is the place to go for all of your tennis shoe and running needs. The staff is VERY knowledgeable and helpful. I recommend wearing your current running shoes when you go to the store. They’re able to look at the tread of your shoes as well as the wear and tear to help determine the best shoe for you. There’s even a treadmill in the shop to test your potential new sneakers out.
They always offer the discounted price instead of the retail price on all their shoes. They also offer more of a discount for running clubs or high school/​college athletes. There’s plenty of men’s/women’s apparel, watches, socks, water bottles, and all the running accessories you can think of available for sale.
I highly recommend going on a weekday/​night. The weekends tend to be crazy and crowded.

Bad experiences at other running stores and a recommendation from a more serious runner sent me here.
Last time I went in, I got a pair of shoes and was out the door in, literally, 5 minutes.
What works:
a) no waiting for help. no matter how busy they are, there’s always someone ready to answer questions
b) no sales pushing. I went in there with my old pair of shoes and the salesperson asked if I had been happy with them. I said yes and she suggested I get the same pair. Done and done.
c)excellent selection. There’s something for everyone.
d) the treadmill. Such a good idea.
What’s missing:
A crappy sales rack of tiny tiny shorts or hot pink skimpy running bras to laugh at.
Factoring in sales efficiency and time NOT spent nursing shin splints due to crappy shoes, this place is a bargain.

Run N Fun is as good as it gets for running shoe stores PLUS it’s locally owned. I tried this place after a bad experience at Runners Edge on Grand Ave in St Paul. Super helpful staff and the owners really care and want you to leave happy. Bringing in your old running shoes tends to be pretty helpful for finding the right shoe.

I was in need of running shoes that I knew were going to fit as I’m training for a race and I’ve only ever bought what’s on sale. The staff here were able to tell me what type of shoes I needed (I’m a mild pronator) and brought me a bunch of different sneakers until I was down to 2 pairs. Then off to the treadmill to try them out. I came away with a great looking pair of sneakers for an awesome price in record time. I can’t wait to go running tomorrow.

This is far and away the best running apparel and shoe store in the twin cities. The shoe selection here is superbly well edited and the staff really know their stuff. They always have a lot of people working and they will take their time with you. I think everyone who works here is actually a runner so that makes a difference. They’ve worn these shoes. Running shoes are an investment and getting the wrong ones can be a disaster for your wallet as well as your body. They have a treadmill in the store so you can try out any shoes you want before you commit to purchase, which is a huge advantage.
Comparing this store to Running room, their nearest competition, I’d say it’s no contest. The service is way better and they have generous sales as well as price breaks for team athletes. Finally their apparel selection is extremely good. They have a lot of every major brand and some really good selections from minor brands as well. My only complaint is that the store is a tad crowded, especially the women’s apparel. The changing rooms are pretty dismal, the air-​conditioning is half hearted and overall the atmosphere in this part of the store is a bit clausterphobic. But I’m still giving them five stars because they are a neighborhood joint. It’s not like shopping at foot locker or even Running Room which are very sleek and corporate.