You can order online and pick-up in-store using Click and Collect.
For your convenience, we have an optional appointment booking system to ensure you are able to receive personalised advice, kit recommendations, and in-store services.
Reading

Services in store
- Imbox - Footwear Protection Service
- Free Gait Analysis and shoe fitting >
- Technical product support
- Free Click + Collect >
About Reading
We’re located in the Reading Cotswold Outdoor store, just outside central Reading on the Basingstoke Road, opposite Morrisons.
Feel inspired and ready to run with kit, nutrition and tech from the best running brands and advice from our friendly in-store experts. We offer free gait analysis and footwear fitting, as well as finding you the best kit for every run whether you’re hitting the road, the trail or the treadmill.
We believe running is for everyone. Whether it’s 5k, 10k, or just OK, at Runners Need we’re here to offer inspiration and expert advice on anything from training, racing and nutrition to footwear, clothing and electronics. With nearly 40 years of running heritage behind us, you can trust we’ll help you every step of the way.
3 reasons to visit the Runners Need Reading store:
- In-store expert running team - get the very best advice
- Free gait analysis – find the correct running shoe for you
- Free weekly run club – meet like-minded runners of all abilities
Brands in store
Appointments should be booked for one attendee, if you would like to book an appointment for multiple people please call the store.
