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| - Reading my old review from 2013 of this same store makes me laugh because I've grown so much as a runner since then. I feel like this store has transitioned for the greater too!
When I first came here in 2013, I just started running. From my review, they fitted me for my first running shoes and I was still doing 5K's just hoping that I could even complete a half marathon. Now, four years later, I'm still getting my shoes here because not only do I love supporting local, but the service is just unparalleled. They really come through with being honest and helping you find the right fit. They also carry the latest gear or can order it if it's not quite there yet.
This week, I picked up my Altra Superior 3.0's which I'm using next weekend at my first 34 miler/55K ultra marathon in Antelope Canyon. I also am trying out the new Nathan VaporHowe 12L hydration vest since I'm hoping that it'll prevent chafing I get under my arms when running long distances even if I do use Body Glide (which wears off sometimes with our Arizonan hotter temps and sweating). This vest is sold out everywhere online and at REI but it's here at Tortoise and Hare.
Nathan is always very helpful and if he's busy, then Kristen, Kaylee, (sorry if I misspelled), Josh, Mary, and Nathan's wife as well as other friendly staff I'm forgetting are there to assist.
This store has grown and is becoming more like that long time Phoenix running store staple, Runner's Den, in quality and service, if not surpassing them. There are weekly night road and trail runs as well as yoga and Brunch runs on the weekends. They also host running form workshops. They accept and support runners of all levels. All this is right here in the west valley where there is a definite need for it since running and being fit has grown so much in popularity! Cheers to many more years Tortoise and Hare!!
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