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| - Summary: A great selection of high-quality shoes with excellent service, but a price tag that matches.
Morgan's carries many brands for a small store, such as Ecco, Dansko, Tsubo, Birkenstock, Merrell, Lowa, MBT, Teva, and even Vibram FiveFinger "shoes". There's tons of other brands I'm missing, especially since I don't peruse the women's section. Prices can range from $50 to ~$400. Don't forget to check the sale racks!
They also have excellent service which is plentiful but not pushy. The vibe I get is that they don't work on commission, and a friend who worked shoes for years felt the same way. When you are thinking of making a purchase, it's apparent that they really know their stuff. They take the time to make sure the shoe is the proper fit after first measuring your feet, and can also recommend a number of inserts and things as well. In addition, they seem to have some specialists on staff (after checking their website, it's Pedorthists) that can help people with feet/back/etc. issues.
I've even come into this place when it was busy over the holidays looking only for some replacement laces, and when I tried to buy them the person at the register said "no charge". I was nonplussed as that was so atypical for *anywhere*. It's not often I enter a store, acquire an item, and walk out without paying - that's usually called shoplifting...
I feel bad giving Morgan's 4 stars because they're expensive, as I don't know their margins. I just wish more of the shoes were in my price range. However, I can usually justify it when I eventually do make a purchase because their products are so durable and you know you're getting a good fit.
One helpful thing is that they have a card where for every $50 you spend you get a punch, and I think at something like $250 spent you get $50 off your next purchase? I might have that wrong, so your mileage may vary.
So far I've bought my most expensive shoes ever there, in a pair of $250+ MBTs, and will come back for some Tsubos and Eccos. If you're looking for a pair of shoes that will last and are willing to pay for it, you'll be fine here.
And if you're looking for athletic shoes, don't miss the connected New Balance/Stride Rite shop that's connected to Morgan's.
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