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5.0 of 5 stars.
I lo lo love this place. Just recently wrote a review about Top-to-Top in SM. Top-to-top was sooooo dissappointing. They ignored me while other customers came and went. Perhaps because I don't...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great for newbies and seasoned runners/walkers.This is a neighborhood gem. They do running/foot diagnostics with the professionalism of a good doctor. The sales help is great. They bring out a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The people working here are the WORST! Biggest disappointment ever! I had hopes of Phidippides becoming my go-to running store, but it is filled with the most smug, judgmental, unhelpful sales...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Are you in the market for running shoes? You can't do better than this place. The staff all do a good job matching your running style and body type to their vast selection of shoes. They will fit...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Well i'm gonna go 4 starts on this review...i love the concept, the store run by runners, they give you a chance to jog up the walk while they take a look and no flack for trying on as many variations...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the only place I will get my running shoes. At this place they will ACTUALLY get a shoe that fits your foot, not just something generic. They even take you outside to watch you run to make...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
anyone that has a given this place 1 star must have a personal grudge against this place or a person working there. Everyone knows the service is awesome and they really try to help you out with a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is said that Phidippides, the Athenian messenger once ran 150 miles in two days, then turned around and ran another 26 miles. Most likely barefoot or in less than adequate footwear by today's...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i make the trek all the way out to encino from culver city to buy my running shoes here. staff is super helpful, and i've never felt like they were trying to push anything on me. it seems like they've...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great shoe selection!Helpful and knowledge staff (Charlie rocks)Limited clothing selection only negative
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
People come here for running shoes.. not fashion. Every single person in there was a runner. Marathon, track, whatever. There were a lot of customers so the 2-3 people employees had a lot on their...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My husband has super narrow feet and therefore has a lot of trouble buying any kind of footwear. So we finally drove out to the valley after finding that all the local westside stores didn't have...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
FORGET the positive reviews. The salespeople might be runners, but they have no idea what they're talking about. Prices are too expensive.Go anywhere else!
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well first off I don't know what you recent 1 star only people are talking about. I just got home from my very first trip to Phidippides and the only thing I wanted to do is sit down & write a review...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Phidippides religiously for several years because everyone said it was the ONLY place to buy running shoes. I guess I was just waiting faithfully for the magic to happen, because I was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here when pregnant to get me some walking shoes...or least for my hubby to get me some...cause that's what every pregnant woman needs...right?Well, I had an amazing experience here, as it had...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been running competitively for about 13 years now. Ever since I was in the 3rd grade. I've got years and years of experience with different athletic stores, and none have yet to even come close...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I hate running....it hurts my knees, my ankles, my shins...i just plain HATE IT!...or at least I thought I hated it....Little did I know...I was just wearing the wrong shoes! I hoped in my car and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Need athletic shoes? Look no further, but be prepared to spend at least an hour there...two if it's a Saturday. It's not so bad though, because while you wait for your number to be called, the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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I trained for the Los Angeles Marathon with the LA Roadrunners. The 'talk' was that Phidippides was one of the best shoe stores for running shoes because runners work there and help you pick your shoes. I went...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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Phidippides is an amazing running shop. Seriously. The amount of personal attention and information provided by the staff is unsurpassed. These guys spent a ton of time with me and my son and we are both...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/24/2007
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I can't believe nobody has reviewed this place yet! I just purchased my second pair of running shoes from Phidippides. The service is top-notch; these guys really know what they're talking about. They take...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As a girl who pretty much despises the ridiculous notion of working out (yes denial has served me well over the years), I absolutely hate shopping for things that make this task easier. I swear it...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's crowded. It's small. Why five stars, you might ask? Because it's also one of the best places in L.A. to get running shoes. The reason it's crowded is because you take a number and actually wait...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2006
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A great store for serious and occasional runners. Even if you only job once in a while for exercise, the employees will help you find the right pair of shoes for you. They'll have you try on different shoes...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2005
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My ex is a runner. He did it in high school and college. So to be the best gift giver ever, give your gift recipient something from this store. You cant' go wrong. This is not like those big chains that are...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/28/2005
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Phidippides in the valley is an extremely cool running store. It is my very favorite running store. The staff know what theyre talking about since they are all distance runners. They dont examine your insole...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2005
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They will work with you until you are completely satisfied! All the staff is very well versed in all aspects of running/fitness, as most (if not all of them) are athlete's themselves. If it takes 10 shoes and...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2005
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