Forerunners

253 reviews

3889 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P1, Canada

forerunners.ca

+16045593889

About

Forerunners is a Shoe store located at 3889 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P1, Canada. It has received 253 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-6PM
Tuesday10AM-6PM
Wednesday12-5PM
Thursday10AM-6PM
Friday10AM-6PM
Saturday10AM-6PM
Sunday10AM-6PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Forerunners: 3889 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P1, Canada

  • Forerunners has 4.5 stars from 253 reviews

  • Shoe store

  • "Had a great experience here"

    "My favourite running store in Van! Very knowledgeable & friendly staff especially Carey"

    "These guys are the real deal, they know what they are talking about and actually care about finding you the right fit"

    "I was really pleased to work with Silas who listened to my concerns, respected my access needs, and got me new shoes that felt amazing as soon as I put them on"

    "Great collection and EXCEPTIONAL service! Very knowledgeable staff"

Reviews

  • Adriana Di Poce

Had a great experience here. Sales person was friendly and knowledgeable and helped me pick out some great running shoes. I tried them on the treadmill and ended up with a blister. Had no problem bringing them back and exchanging for a different pair that are working well for me. Prices also compare to what I’ve found online.

  • Steve Sung

My favourite running store in Van! Very knowledgeable & friendly staff especially Carey. Spacious store. Newly released runners. Visited the store today and was pleasantly surprised to find out they already have the new Endorphin Pro 3 & FuelCell SuperComp Trainer which were just released in Canada earlier this week …

  • Jessica De-Palma

These guys are the real deal, they know what they are talking about and actually care about finding you the right fit. One of the salesmen spent an hour with me trying on every single shoe in the store until we found one that fit properly… his patience and expertise was so appreciated. Would definitely recommend this store

  • Kay Slater

I was really pleased to work with Silas who listened to my concerns, respected my access needs, and got me new shoes that felt amazing as soon as I put them on. I felt respected and I can’t wait to go running with my new shoes. Deaf and hard of hearing athletes and runners take notice - great experience. Thank you.

  • Sai Tej

Great collection and EXCEPTIONAL service! Very knowledgeable staff. Todd and Carey spent quite sometime in getting me the right shoe and also gave useful tips on getting the most out of my pair. Had a great experience shopping at forerunners. Will definitely shop here anytime I need shoes and so will my friends!

  • Catherine S

Still thinking about the service I had here 3 days later. I've never had anything but excellent service at Forerunners. I have knee problems and small feet and the staff at every location I've been to, without fail, listen closely to my shoe needs and find me at least a couple of great options. Highly recommend!

  • Alfredo Ramirez

DO NOT BUY RUNNING SHOES FROM THIS LOCATION!!! You are buying a $+200 shoes and their return policy is the worst I ever experience, they only do replacements or in-store credit, even after one week and never use them outside, who does that, it feels like a scam and a not trustable company, never going back.

  • Britta Schmidt

DO NOT BUY SHOES AT THIS STORE THEY WILL NOT LET YOU RETURN THEM! This company has a terrible refund policy, they will only let you return shoes for store credit or replacement, you will NOT get your money back, even if you haven't used them outside and come back within 14 days.

  • Anna Vasileva

We’ve bought a pair of shoes today, but unfortunately the service was not good at all. The selection of the sneakers wasn’t interesting. Some customers were treated nicely, some were practically ignored. We’ll just find some other place for the next purchase.

  • srini radhakrishnan

Strong product knowledge, very professional while not being pushy for a sale. Owner Todd and Staff Silas are extremely helpful, patient. Always willing to answer my questions. I have picked my a variety of running gear from them. Highly recommend them

  • Joyce Lo

Thanks Will for expertly fitting me with a proper pair of running shoes. He introduced me to a brand called HOKA - what a game changer! I love my new runners and thoroughly enjoyed my shopping experience at Main St’s Forerunners. Thanks Will!

  • Holly Clark

I went in today with two different shoe brand styles in my head that I wanted to try on for possible work shoes after reading they might work well for me. I told the salesperson just the two brand names, not the styles just the brands and

  • Colin Edwards

I first went to the Main Street store about 6 years ago and the service and product were amazing. This evening I showed up at closing on a Saturday looking for a new pair of On runners, and they invited me in with a smile, even though the

  • Sam Ferris

DO NOT BUY RUNNING SHOES FROM THIS LOCATION!!! Bought a brand new pair of running shoes. Was told I had two weeks to bring them back for a refund (just don’t wear them outside). They weren’t the right fit. Brought them back. Owner told me

  • i trasgu

A fellow passenger in public transit and I got talking about athletic footwear. He invited me to see the selection at Forerunners. I must have tried two dozen pairs at other sports stores trying to find the right shoes for a 300k camino;

  • moon D

I've been a loyal customer at Forerunner and have had pleasant experiences in the past. However, my recent encounter with the owner of the Main Street location, Todd, was disappointing. He was condescending when I tried to return an item

  • NZ Wayne

Bought a running jacket, covid protocols in place, both staff members knowledgeable about their products and helpful without being overbearing. I made a couple of calls to the store to enquire about a product before I went there and both

  • Annie Park

It’s always interesting to read reviews for a business that has only 5 or 1 star reviews. I have shopped here a few times because it’s very close to my home and the service basically depends on who is working. I have had reasonable help

  • Jessica

I had the most incredible experience (twice) once with Todd and the second time with Carey. They helped me find the perfect pair of running shoes and gym shoes, also also answered all my questions as am a newbie. All the staff here seem

  • Stephanie Keller

If your looking to start running, this is the place to go to! I am beginning a journey of marathon running and really had no idea where to start when it comes to shoes. Luckily John was working today, he was so helpful with picking the

  • Christian Tait

Very nice experience shopping here. I was helped by Silas at the Main St. location who was very helpful and patient. I tried on a few shoes in different sizes and didn’t feel rushed. He was knowledgeable and provided great service. The

  • Mike Ferfolia

So I decided to sign up for a virtual event 2 weeks out... In the winter... In Ontario... Because of the pandemic, I wasn’t able to go out and try on some shoes but at least I had a good idea of what I wanted. OF COURSE the shoes were

  • Marlene Borchardt

I ordered my Brooks on line. Todd was very helpful in making sure I got the correct product. So pleased with the service and good communication. My order arrived quickly and fits perfectly. Will definitely buy from Forerunners again.

  • Mitchell Skjeveland

I drive an hour to buy shoes at this place. They have shoe experts who truly know what they are talking about. They have everything for every runner to live out their dreams! They also have a great selection of runners. My advice to

  • Maxwell MacKay

I feel bad that i cant remember the guy who helped me out earlier today i think john or jonny? But he was super helpful, informative and helped me find a shoe that fit in my price range. Best shoe shopping experience I've ever had.

  • Amanda M

Silas is the best, he makes sure to properly assess and size your feet and then is very helpful with shoe suggestions. Love the shoes he helped me buy! He is knowledgeable and competent with such outstanding customer service.

  • Rahul Reddy

Good store to buy shoes for running. Main reason to come to this store is the staff. We got good recommendations. We forgot to find out the name of the person who helped us but a big thanks for your help!

  • Mihir Dhandha

I've been there twice and they have been extremely helpful in finding the right shoes for my requirements. Their advice is more focused on the right shoes for me rather than making a quick sale.

  • cm

Their staff are knowledgeable and very helpful! The store is large enough for me to jog around inside when trying shoes. I think they've one of the best collection of HOKA locally.

  • Robbert Doornberg

A good selection of running shoes with friendly knowledgeable staff. They even brought in a color for me that they did not have in stock. Two thumbs up …

  • Paul Rondeau

I’ve been buying shoes from this location for years now - highly recommend dealing with them for any athletic apparel and shoes. Kudos to the staff for being awesome.

  • Anb Bna

Prices are decent, store is clean and well-organized, staff is very knowledgeable. I'm a fore/midfoot-striker, ended up buying Adidas Adizero Boston 10. The shoe

  • Mel Ko

Stellar customer experience with patient, friendly, and knowledgeable staff! They prioritized finding the right shoe for me over making a sale. Highly recommend!

  • Parm Gill

Saif was very knowledgeable and helpful. He helped me pick out a great pair of runners. I will definitely be coming back in the future to buy my next pair.

  • Trevor Do

Todd! What a gem! Knowledgeable, helpful, patient. We need more people like Todd in this world. I’ll be back to this location because of this gentleman!

  • Danny Keyes

Best running shoe store in Canada. If you need road running shoes they have the best selection. Todd and Carey know how to take care of their clients.

  • Darryl Toth

This is such a long over due review Be it walking, running or even sauntering You will definitely find the right

  • La Mc

I love their running products there. Great place to get gifts for your running friends and family too.

  • Sapna Modi

The staff there guide you for the kind of shoes you can purchase after observing your walking style.

  • Kobe B

The whole team at this location is amazing, keep up the good work!

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