News and Events
Posted January 2, 2012 to Store News by Web Admin.
December 2011
Marathon Trials Contest
Did you hear? The Olympics are this summer! Which means the Marathon Olympic Trials are in a few weeks. Together with Asics, Brooks and Mizuno, we are offering great prizes if you can predict who will win the Trials. You may enter your guess, including athlete and winning time, through email or on our facebook page. If you guess the correct winner and time (or closest to it) you will win some great prizes! You may enter a guess once each day, between now and the start of the Trials, for each gender. Email Lucas at Lucas@runningshopaz.com or find The Running Shop on Facebook.
Rock ‘n’ Roll VIP Potty
Are you running the Rock ‘n’ Roll on January 15? Brooks is offering their VIP Porta Potty Pass again! Available for pre-race use, these comfortable, climate-controlled restrooms will offer running water, flushing toilets and some “Run Happy surprises.” How do you get a pass? Easy. Just buy $100 or more in Brooks and/or Moving Comfort gear, and we’ll give you a pass. Supplies are limited.
More New Stuff
Brooks has delivered two new shoes to us. The PureProject line from Brooks promotes an efficient, natural stride by encouraging a more forward foot strike. Now available, we offer the Pure Connect, for those who crave less shoe and more freedom, and the PureGrit, with a unique one-piece outsole that has a concave shape.
Our nutrition offerings continues to grow. Two new flavors of GU have arrived: Peppermint Stick and Peanut Butter. Tropical in nuun is also available now.
Training Group
Saturday, December 31st, is the kick off for the next Running Shop Training Group! The twelve week program will focus on training for the Arizona Distance Classic Half Marathon on March 25. Coach Andrew will help you achieve your personal goals for the event. Included in the program is a tech shirt, water bottle, twice-weekly workouts and a customized training schedule designed just for you.
Upcoming Events
January kicks off Tucson’s racing season. First is the Sun Run on January 22nd. This is a chance to run your fastest on a pancake-flat, lightning-fast USAT&F Certified 10K course or opt for the shorter 5k. Proceeds to benefit Pima Community College Cross-Country and Track & Field. The 10k is part of The Running Shop Grand Prix, produced by SAR. For more info, please visit http://azroadrunners.org/races/detail/sun_run.
Sunrise at Old Tucson has a new date this year: January 29th. The coolest trail run in Arizona here at historic Old Tucson Studios: passing through the gates of an old frontier town, visitors are transported back to a time when fearless men with six shooters ruled the Old West. Dash down the streets of Hollywood’s most famous films and walk in the footsteps of movie legends like John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Sharon Stone, and hundreds more. The 2012 Sunrise at Old Tucson race is part of 2012 SAR Grand Prix, presented by The Running Shop. Go to http://azroadrunners.org/races/detail/sunrise to learn more.
Want to double up your races the last weekend of January? The Tech Trek 10K is January 28. The Tech Trek is held at Agua Caliente Elementary School and is an important fundraiser for Tanque Verde schools. Visit www.tvseef.org for more information.
Wishing You and Yours A Very Happy and Healthy New Year from Sharon, Lucas, Andrew, Dustin, and Jess.
Posted November 4, 2011 to Store News by Web Admin.
November 2011
New Shoes!
It is that time of year when our best selling shoes are updated! The Asics GT-2170 , Kayano 18 and 1170 are here. The Brooks GTS Adrenaline 12 is here as well.
New in our Inov-8 line is the F-Lite 230.
And that means that our sale rack is over flowing. Mention this ad through November 12 and get an additional 10% off of any pair of sale shoes!
New Gear
We’ve listened to your requests and now offer some new products. The SaltStick caps come in a 30 cap bottle ($10.99) as well as a 100 cap bottle ($19.99) and offer sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium to prevent cramping.
Injinji Lo Cut liners are available for $9.99. Lighter in weight than our other Injinji socks and in a no show length, these toe socks are perfect for Vibram Five Finger shoes and as a light weight sock to prevent blistering in between your toes.
The Soleus GPS watch at the amazing price of $99.99 is here! If you’ve been wanting to try GPS but didn’t feel like paying an arm and a leg, this watch is great for you.
And remember, we have winter wear to keep you comfy during these cold mornings and evenings.
Toys for Tots
The Running Shop is proud to once again be a drop off site for Toys for Tots. Please bring in a new and unwrapped toy. Help make a less fortunate child’s holiday fabulous!
Thanksgiving Cross Country Classic
Thanksgiving is only just over three weeks away! That means that the Thanksgiving Cross Country Classic 5K and Fun Run is only just over three weeks away! Jump over hay bales and a water jump in Reid Park on a mostly grass course. New this year is a lower priced fun run for those not commited to running a 5K. To lower the price of the fun run, it will not be timed this year. For more info, please visit http://azroadrunners.org/races/detail/thanksgiving or give us a call at 325-5097.
If you don’t want to run or walk but still want to be involved, there are lots of volunteer positions available. Please email Lucas at lucas@runningshopaz.com or call at 325-5097 if you would like to volunteer.
Happy Running and Walking from Sharon, Lucas, Andrew, Dustin, and Jess.
Posted June 1, 2011 to Store News by Web Admin.
May 2011
Memorial Day Savings
We want to say Thank You to those who have served and to those who are serving for their many sacrifices for our great country!
Mention this email to receive an additional 10% Off any pair of sale shoes. If they are normally 20% off, you’ll get 30% off. Our 60% off shoes will go for 70% off! But only if you mention this email! Starting now through Memorial Day, May 30. Our hours on Monday will be our normal 10-6.
No More Construction!
Have you noticed how nice our intersection is at Campbell and Fort Lowell?! Traffic flows so smoothly its amazing. It was tough dealing with the construction but it was worth it!
New Shoes & Nike GPS
The shoe updates just keep coming. Asics has introduced the Gel Cumulus 13 and Gel Nimbus 13. Brooks has released the Glycerin 9 (we only have women’s so far) as well as the Ghost 4. Nike’s Air Pegasus 28+ is here. Saucony’s Kinvara 2 and Hurricane 13 have also arrived. We were told that the Hattori, Saucony’s zero drop shoe, should arrive on Friday .
Finally, the wait is over. Nike’s Sportwatch/GPS has arrived. Offered at only $199.99, this nicely styled watch is powered by TomTom GPS as well as Nike’s accelerometer. Get accurate speed and distance indoors or outdoors, even if the GPS signal gets interrupted.
New Product Perfect for Tucson
The timing is perfect for the BEX Runner! This product, specifically designed for runners, is designed to be snuggled into the palm and is a perfect training aid in warm or hot weather. It stays cool up to an hour in use. Runners may not feel colder, but will experience normalcy longer. The benefit is removing excess heat more efficiently, which translates to less fatigue, more alertness and focus, and sustained peak performance periods.
Upcoming Events
Are you finding it a challenge to stay motivated as the mercury rises? Join The Running Shop Training Group! Our 12 week program includes 2 coached and supervised workouts each week. Whether you’re looking to improve your PR, trying to continue training through the summer, or to increase distance, Coach Andrew wants to help. $100 for the 12 week program includes a Training Group tech tee, a Running Shop water bottle, comraderie during training and a 10% discount as well as your training program.
Join us Saturday, June 4 at 7:00 pm for the Meet Me Downtown 5K! Registration is still only $25 if you sign up by May 30th. The course is a flat and fast 5K that winds through Downtown neighborhoods. Watch Run, Fatboy, Run at the Fox Theatre after the event. This race is part of The Running Shop Grand Prix, produced by SAR. Visit http://azroadrunners.org/races/detail/mmd for more information.
For the latest in the Tucson racing scene, visit www.azroadrunners.org.
Happy Running and Walking from Sharon, Lucas, Andrew, Dustin, and Jess.
Proud member of Local First AZ, Better Business Bureau and Campbell Avenue Business Partnership.
Posted February 23, 2011 to Store News by Web Admin.
February 2011
Spring Clearance Sale!
It’s time again for our Huge Spring Clearance Sale! Hundreds of shoes (selected styles) are 30% to 70% off! Winter apparel is 20% off. Our sale apparel is now 40% to 60% off. The sale continues though Saturday, 2/26, but don’t delay. Once these shoes are gone, they’re gone.
New Shoes & More
We have lots of new shoes to tell you about. Now available from Brooks are the T7 Racer, Ravenna 2, Trance 10 and Cascadia 6. Mizuno’s new Musha 3 is in as well as the Elixir 6. Also available is the Nirvana 7 for women. The New Balance 940 has replaced the 850. Nike’s Air Max + 2011 and Lunar Elite +2 are here as well as Pearl Izumi’s Peak XC and Syncro Float IV. The Fastwitch 5 from Saucony has arrived and so has Vibram Five Finger’s Bikila LS. The running Five Finger shoe now has laces!
If you’re female and like to look nice while working out, we have new Sweaty Bands to choose from as well as some really cute new styles from Skirt Sports.
New spring apparel from Adidas, Asics, Brooks, Mizuno and New Balance is here!
Upcoming Events
The seventh annual Quail Creek 5K Run/Walk and 2K Fun Walk is February 26. Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Rita Mountains just 25 minutes south of Tucson, the 5K course is USATF certified. The 2K Fun Walk is designed for walkers and their dogs. For more information, email info@quailcreekrun.com.
The second of the Sonoran Desert Trail Series is February 27 on the Wild Mustang Trail. For more information on this 10.1 mile race, visit www.catfootfit.com.
Sunrise at Old Tucson will be Sunday, March 13 at Old Tucson Studios. Choose between the Open 4 Mile, the Over 40 4 Mile and the One Mile Family Friendly Walk/Run. The 4 Mile is a cross country trail run through Old Tucson Studios and its surrounding desert. The One Mile welcomes cowboy costumes, children and strollers. Visit http://azroadrunners.org/races/detail/sunrise for more information.
The Ft Lowell and Campbell construction project is almost over! Join us at Campbell Fair from 9 am to 10 am on March 5th for the ribbon cutting. Later that day, our complex Campbell Village, will have a big celebration from 3 to 5 pm! Come help celebrate our brand new intersection!
Happy Running and Walking from Sharon, Lucas, Andrew, Dustin, and Jess.
Proud member of Local First AZ and Better Business Bureau.
Posted February 2, 2011 to Store News by Web Admin.
New Nike Air Max 2011!
Limited Edition Asics Gel Kayano 17!
Posted January 21, 2011 to Store News by Web Admin.
January 2011
Mizuno “Run With Us” Truck
The Mizuno Run With Us Truck will be here Thursday afternoon, January 20, from 4 pm to 6 pm! The Mizuno RWU Truck is stocked full of Mizuno running shoes for you to try out. Try a pair on and give them a test run. Let Mizuno’s own representatives answer your Mizuno questions. And get a Mizuno tech tee when you try a pair on.
Updated Shoes
Brooks’ Trance 10 is now in. Nike’s updated Lunar Racer is also here. Newly arrived is the Adidas Supernova Glide 3. Also available are track spikes for men and women, for all distances, as well as throwing shoes.
Coming Friday will be the new Mizuno Elixir, Nirvana, and Musha!
February will bring the Limited Edition Asics Gel-Kayano 17. These special colors of the fabulous Kayano are truly limited. We will have 24 pair for men and 24 pair for women. Special reservation cards are available if you’d like to reserve your pair today!
Upcoming Events
Join us on January 23 for the Sun Run, the opening race for the Grand Prix! Offering both a 5k or 10k (although only the 10k qualifies for the Grand Prix) the Sun Run offers a fast and scenic course. Also included is a yummy pancake breakfast made by the Pima Community College Track and Cross Country Teams. For more information, please visit http://azroadrunners.org/races/detail/sun_run . Packet pick and late registration up will be here at the shop Saturday, January 22, from 10 – 3. Later that evening will be the SAR Annual Member Recognition Banquet and Grand Prix Awards Ceremony at Trail Dust Town from 5 – 8 pm.
We are still accepting new members for the Running Shop Training Group 12 week training program. Program fees are $100 ($80 if you’re continuing from a previous Training Group.) Program benefits include a written training schedule, a technical training shirt and Camelbak water bottle, twice weekly supported and supervised workouts, and a 10% discount at The Running Shop.
Happy Running and Walking from Sharon, Lucas, Andrew, Dustin, and Jess.
Proud member of Local First AZ and Better Business Bureau.
Posted December 10, 2010 to Store News by Web Admin.
December 2010
Marathon Madness
In honor of our many customers who are participating in this week’s marathon, we are offering crazy deals on last minute essentials! Take 15% off of all apparel! Nutrition is 20% off! All socks are buy 3, get one free! (The less expensive item will be free.) Offer good now thru Saturday, December 11th. Sorry, but no other discounts will apply towards these prices.
New Holiday Stuff
New Holiday Stuff
We’ve really gotten into the holiday spirit! We have tons of Christmas ornaments to choose from, including “All I want for Christmas in a new PR,” “Runner Girl,” and “Runner Dude.” Also available now are license plate frames for your car. New decals and magnets are also in. Don’t know what your special runner needs? Let us help with gift ideas. And don’t forget, gift cards are one size fits all!
Updated Shoes
Updated Shoes
New Balance has updated the 1064 to the 1080. The 860 has replaced the 760. Confused? We’re happy to help sort out the new numbering system for you. New Balance will be changing the names of their shoes as they update their current styles, using a new number system to help identify the level of technology and support in each model.
Nike has updated the Zoom Structure Triax 14.
Coming soon will be the new Mizuno Inspire and Rider! We’ll let you know as soon as they arrive.
New Training Group
Interested in training for the Valley of the Gold Half Marathon on March 27? Beginning the first week of January, The Running Shop Training Group will begin its 12 week training program for this event. Programs fees are $100 ($80 if you’re continuing from a previous Training Group.) Program benefits include a written training schedule, a technical training shirt and Camelbak water bottle, twice weekly supported and supervised workouts, and a 10% discount at The Running Shop.
Please call or email us with any questions about our program. Let your friends know!
Happy Running and Walking from Sharon, Lucas, Andrew, Dustin, and Jess.
Proud member of Local First AZ and Better Business Bureau.
Posted November 17, 2010 to Store News by Web Admin.
Title: Thanksgiving Cross Country Classic
Location: Reid Park – Tucson, Arizona
Link out: Click here
Description: DESCRIPTION
Work up an unforgettable Thanksgiving appetite with a European-style 5K around Reid Park. Separate men’s and women’s events creates a fun opportunity to cheer on friends and family as they hurdle hay bales and water jumps. Team division available. Great prizes include “turkeys” and pumpkin pies!
The 5K races are part of the The Running Grand Prix, produced by SAR.
DATE AND TIME
Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 25, 2010
Please note new time schedule!
8:00 AM Open Men’s 5K
8:45 AM Open Women’s 5K
9:30 AM Co-Ed 1.5 M Fun Run
RACE DISTANCES AND COURSES
5K Run
1.5M Fun Run/Fitness Walk
This is a European-style course on grass and dirt complete with hay bales and water jumps. This is a multi-loop for great spectator viewing.
The 5K has separate races for men and women.
The 1.5 mile fun run is co-ed.
The 5K races are part of the The Running Grand Prix, produced by SAR.
Restrooms are located throughout the part – 1 is east of the start and 4 are approximately 300 meters north of the start.
Start Time: 08:00
Date: 2010-11-25
Posted November 17, 2010 to Store News by Web Admin.
November 2010
New and Updated Products
Holy Moly! This time of year brings lots of new styles to share with you! With so many updates, we don’t want to fill your mail boxes with pages of changes. If you’d like to know how your shoe was updated, we would be happy to let you know. The latest shoes are:
Asics updates include the 1160, 2160, Kayano 17, Speed Star 5, DS Trainer 16, and 2160 Trail. New shoes are the Sky Speed and Noosa Tri 6.
Brooks updated the Beast and Ariel and the Adrenaline 11 will be here soon.
Nike introduced the Lunar Eclipse.
New Balance’s light weight, neutral trail shoe, the 101, is here.
Saucony updated the Triumph 8.
And you know what that means…the shoes that were updated are now on sale! They’re going fast but we still have lots of sizes left so hurry on in!
More New Stuff
Surely you’ve noticed how great our weather’s been. But in Tucson, that means that we have less day light available and getting in those workouts can be tough! We have the tools to help take advantage of this weather. Headlamps by Princeton Tec are now in. The Byte offers 35 lumens, weighs only 64 grams and is only $19.99! Also available is the Fuel, offering 43 lumens at 78 grams, available in pink, green or black at only $26.99.
New styles of Sweaty Bands are now in and the prints are really fun!
Winter wear is ready for you. No excuses when its cold outside! We’ve got the gear to keep you warm and dry.
Last, but not least, is the new Garmin 210. The Forerunner 210 is an evolution of the Forerunner 110, with interval workouts, HR zones and virtual training partner. It is offered at $299.99. The Forerunner 410 will be here soon. It is much like the classic forerunner 405 but with an improved touch bezel and will go for $324.99.
Training Group Continues!
The fun continues! We’ve had so much fun with our training groups, we’ve decided to keep it going perpetually! You can sign up for a 12 week cycle at any time. Whether you’d like to conquer a particular distance, set a new PR or simply to get into shape, our Training Group will help you achieve your goal!
Whether you are a beginner or more advanced runner or runner/walker, our goal is to help you achieve your fitness goals and complete your event injury free and happy! A schedule developed for your particular needs will be designed for you. Programs fees are $100 for the 12 week program ($80 if you’re continuing from a previous Training Group.) Program benefits include a written training schedule, a technical training shirt and Camelbak water bottle, twice weekly supported and supervised workouts, and a 10% discount at The Running Shop.
Please call or email us with any questions about our program. Let your friends know!
Upcoming Events
Join us on Thanksgiving morning for the 17th Annual Thanksgiving Cross Country Classic! This European-style cross country event, with hay bales and water jumps, offers a good time for all before indulging in your Thanksgiving feast. Early entry fees are only $14 for SAR members and $16 for non SAR members and are available through November 19. The run benefits Toys for Tots and boxes will be available for donated toys. Go to http://azroadrunners.org/races/detail/thanksgiving for more information.
Construction continues at the intersection of Campbell and Ft. Lowell. Traffic now flows on the west side of Campbell and access to our parking lot is much easier. But it can still be slow getting through the intersection so please plan accordingly!
Happy Running and Walking from Sharon, Lucas, Andrew, Dustin, and Jess.
Proud member of Local First AZ and Better Business Bureau.
