text: I always shopped at the Sports Authority when I was a kid to get new cleats or something specific for a team I was on I have not shopped here as much as an adult because I find the stores prices overall a little high They do have a great variety of equipment and clothing for most sports I was recently in the market for new running shoes and I had saved money for the purchase I shopped around but when I did not find what I needed for my upcoming marathon I tried Sports Authority The sales person who helped me was very knowledgeable He knew what types of shoes I should test out and suggested insoles and special Thorlo socks for my high arches I did not want to keep adding items to my bill but the insoles and socks were vital reducing pain during my training I spent a lot of money because I decided on two pairs of shoes to keep from wearing one pair out quicker but I was happy with my purchases and the price was not my main concern this time because it was something I had saved for I also liked that the sales person checked the sale shoes and found a pair of last seasons shoes that were perfect for me They were originally but on sale they were more like I would return for running shoes in the future