Road Runner Sports Reviews 

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Considering 104 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers appreciate the wide product selection, especially for running shoes and athletic wear, often finding brands that are hard to locate elsewhere. Reviewers frequently highlight the quality of the shoes and inserts, noting that they provide comfort and help with foot issues. The VIP membership program is also valued by some for its benefits, and many long-term members report consistent positive interactions and timely, correct orders. However, some people were dissatisfied with the ordering process, citing issues with lost orders, incorrect shipments, and difficulties in obtaining refunds. The website is a frequent point of frustration for many, with reports of it being difficult to use, having non-functional search boxes, and problems with processing orders and applying rewards. Additionally, some customers experienced poor customer service, including unhelpful staff, long wait times, and difficulties with exchanges or returns, particularly concerning the membership program.

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Customers had ambiguous experiences with product, with many praising the wide selection of running shoes,... See more

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Staff

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

You have to buy a membership to get best pricing. That wouldn't be so bad but they don't offer free returns as a membership perk which is just wrong. If your order is lost it takes an unnecessarily ex... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ship wrong product then bill for return shipping. Wait times to resolve there errors is poor. Knowledge of service reps is low on how to handle pre order items. Cancel orders without sending emails or... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have shopped at Road Runner sports for many years and have found they always have what I'm looking for and through membership I appreciate the discounts, free shipping and return policy. They carry... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was able to get the specific, and rather great, differences between my two feet at Road Runner when I went In-Person. By contrast, I was not able to get this info at other shoe shops who would oft... See more


Company details

  1. Running Store
  2. Sporting Goods Store

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Road Runner Sports offers the world’s largest selection of running and walking gear, the most caring customer service, and prices sure to make you smile! With 36 stores nationwide plus more to open soon, and a fantastic website you can always get what you need to stay active any day of the week!


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

VIP rewards is a scam

I placed an order online using VIP rewards and cashback. When I went to checkout after submitting everything I was showed that the 16.00$ for vip rewards was taken off as well as the cash back. Only after placing the order and charging my card was it shown to me that the 16.00 was reduced to 7.13, charging me 10 more dollars than I had agreed to when submitting my payment. I have NEVER had this happen in store nor seen anything like it so when I called they claimed that they had dynamic pricing based on the cashback that the customer EARNED by spending money, that is not found on the shopping, checkout, or anywhere in my VIP membership information and again, has not been in any in person interactions. They did nothing to help when calling, membership cancelled, I’ll go somewhere who appreciates their customers and is true to their word with deals

March 9, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It's a SCAM

It's a SCAM. I bought shoes in their store back in 2023 and only now noticed they were charging $49 fee annuarly for VIP program.
BUT the thing is their emails were inviting me to join VIP pretending I'm not VIP.
When I logged in to check, I wasn't VIP on the site as well.
Calling support for 2 days and no response for 50 minutes saying their line is busy.

February 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

RRS delivers quickly

RRS delivers quickly, in good condition and has good footwear and clothing that is reasonably priced.
In addition, returns are easy and never questioned…. they do strive for customer satisfaction which shouldn’t be underestimated.

February 3, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible and slow refund

Placed the order and cancelled itimmediately (before they shipped it out) hoping to use the credit to buy another shoes. Contacted more than 3 times about this. Slow to solve this. Blamed the "accounting department" for the delay. Called again and again, eventually after 9 calendar days, the rerpresentative said she would "bump it up to the accounting, but could still take two more business days".

I immediately cancelled my VIP membership and don't want to have anything to do with them anymore. Already spent 1500 with them but regretted about that.

Besides that extremely unpleasant incident, their selection of shoes is quite limited. Many models are lacking the best colors. Also other place has better return policy (some 365 days) than their membership.

February 6, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought 2 pair of shoes online and…

Bought 2 pair of shoes online and showed we would get 10% discount. Called them, said they would call back in an hour, never did. Told me to pay them full price and then they would discount the shoes and refund me later.....??? WHAT?? Wasted 2 hours of my day trying to surprise my wife. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME!!!

February 5, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered shoes on 1/07/25

I ordered shoes on 1/07/25. The order just kept saying processing. My credit card was initially charged. On 1/20/25 I contacted the company. They told me my order had never been processed and I would have to reorder the item. How frustrating. I wonder how long they would’ve kept saying “processing “? Not a reliable company. You just lost a customer for life.

January 7, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible

Horrible. I ordered sneakers for Christmas and they sent me the wrong color. When I called back… a worker told me they had them in stock when I called back. I then spoke to someone else and they said they are sold out everywhere. I will NEVER order from them again.

December 26, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Had bad experiences with them in the…

Had bad experiences with them in the past, but today they tried to sign me up for the recurring membership at my cost while I tried to buy a pair of socks and a stropfwaffel. After five min, I said "I've had issues in the past with the membership and your stores, so no way I'm taking it." Store rep (Shrewsbury NJ) said "then why do you do business with us then?" I said "good point" and left.
Hope this saves others time.

December 19, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor customer service

Poor customer service. My order was cancelled twice without being notified and they wanted me to reenter my order again. No thanks since the problem is on their end. I have been a customer for 33 years and lived at the same address for a long time. The quality of customer is why I am stopping doing business with them.

December 13, 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid

Avoid. Cancels your order if something is out of stock and doesn't make any effort to notify you at all. Waste of time if you need expedited turnaround.

December 4, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Beware! Stay away!

I had a very bad experience with this company. They categorized my account 3 times as fraudulent, although I used 3 of my legit credit cards. At the end all three orders were cancelled and I didnt get the gear I needed.

November 25, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SHADY AF

SHADY AF. As others here have said, their VIP program is a total scam operation. Too bad. They could be a good legit company but they try to make if difficult to quit the program and keep trying to charge you even if you quit.

November 23, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Best Customer Service and Experience

Road Runner Sports has the best customer service, they always work the extra mile for a customer, with the highest professional resolving any question you may have.
I recommend 100 percent this vendor!!

October 24, 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Their online and website service is totally CRAP.

Actually I loved their exchange policy, though I never get the benefit. Recently I placed an online order on their website. But next day, it was cancelled. So I called their CS and I was able to get through after 30 minutes holding. I placed an order for a different color over the phone, but after several days with no communication, I called to check when it would be shipped. They told me they still didn’t know and that it was on its way. They said they’d let me know once the tracking number is available. At that point, I thought it would be better to go to the store and buy it, so I asked to cancel the order, but they said they can't cancel it. They told me I would have to receive the order and return it. How an order cannot be cancelled even before it is not yet shipped out? It's completely ridiculous. Their website and online service is a crap.

October 24, 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Up sale up sale up sale!!

Up sale up sale up sale! Push push push! Geesh so much for walking in and picking a shoe. They make you run on a treadmill then stand on a machine to look at your arch. Then they try and push arch supports then socks then a VIP membership for $50 a year to save $15 on 1 pair of shoes and then don't forget they want you to buy their apparel. No thanks my husband and I left. The Running Store is so much better.

October 22, 2024
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