The Starting Line

User Reviews of The Starting Line

Yelp.com Review - by Ron N.

5.0 of 5 stars. An old coworker of mine recommended this place to me. To sum the whole thing up, I'd say that The Starting Line is similar to a full service gas station but for SHOES!Brian was extremely helpful and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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Great service; they know running here! by Shari D. at InsiderPages

After a recommendation from my sports podiatrist, I started buying shoes and insoles here. Staff always have great advice and know the latest information about shoes on the market. When shoe companies change...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Greg W.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you don't want a 17 year old whose only athletic experience is Wii tennis blowing smoke up your ass about running shoes, the Starting Line is the place to go. These folks are clearly runners, and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrea M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I actually found this place on Yelp, then decided to check it out since my shoes were totally dunzo.Brian was very helpful, but was quick to let me know that the store specializes in shoes for RUNNERS...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Winston G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Helpful. Prices are a bit steep, but I don't think you get many discounts in the running shoe department, especially if you are looking for quality shoes.Guy was knowledgeable. Didn't do the running...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by caritta l.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have been going here since I moved to LA in 2005, after a coworker referred me to them. I live in West Hollywood, but the trek out to Marina Del Rey is worth it! I was fitted with a pair of Mizunos...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by K L.

5.0 of 5 stars. As all the reviews say, the people who work here are really nice, experienced runners themselves and gave excellent 'pearls' of running advice. The man who helped me was wonderful. I did roll up my...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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great staff by A B. at InsiderPages

This store was recommended by the cross country coach. This small store is packed with running shoes and has a very knowlegeable staff. They quickly helped find the best shoe for a serious athlete.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Aaron C.

5.0 of 5 stars. These guys know their stuff. I believer everyone who works there is a runner. They are always helpful, finding out what works for you. They never try to push the expensive stuff if that isn't right...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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what a great place to start! by erika S. at InsiderPages

I don't consider myself an athlete, and it wasn't until I decided to do AIDS Marathon that I realized the importance of good shoes. The staff at the Starting Line took the time to evaluate my stride on the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica L.

5.0 of 5 stars. These guys were great. I had been having huge problems with my recently updated running shoes, foot and knee pain, etc. The sales guy watched me walk to see how i roll my feet, had me try on 2...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by fiona h.

5.0 of 5 stars. "It's important to invest on good shoes," says the physical therapist. I was on a marathon team and my team coaches suggested that we get our shoes here and so my last two pairs were from here....
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Maria D.

5.0 of 5 stars. So my sister in law and I decided to run the marathon, jus cuz, and we needed shoes. After reading the yelp reviews I decided to try this place out cause they have a treadmill in their store, how...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by erin r.

5.0 of 5 stars. this store rocks my slow-as-snails running world. i'm a really bad runner and i've always had some pains (knees, ankles) and they totally made me feel at home and comfortable going there and the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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extremely knowledgeable and helpful!

i felt like i really got a good sense of what im purchasing before committing to buying the shoes. the salesperson (Brian) took a look at the way i walked...noticed that i tend to talk flat and that they...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/30/2006
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Great specialty store by Antonia T. at InsiderPages

GREAT place if you like jogging, or running, or even if you hate it and you need things to motivate you, or if you're a total beginner and need a place to start. Lots of very knowlegable people and HIGH...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/05/2005
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Good Service, Great Running Shoes, Friendly Staff by Samantha V. at InsiderPages

My chiropractor recommended this place when I asked him about getting running shoes. I used to buy what looked good but he recommended I go somewhere where a professional could assess my walking / running...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Joan S.

5.0 of 5 stars. My podiatrist sent me here for athletic shoes because these people really know how to fit a shoe to your foot. They are experts! This shop is frequented by runners. Another tip: try Brooks...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2004
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Great Running Store!

Running store where the employees are runners and make sure your fit is correct for you. I'm always picky and they don't complain. Great service! You could probably find prices $5-10 cheaper elsewhere, but...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2002
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get your bech gear here

hide your credit card for some not-so-great deals at above market prices; the selection of beach gear is reflective of many desingers and local wahoos who are charging too much.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2002
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