Our knowledgeable staffers range from weekend warriors to track coaches and elite athletes and can help assess your running style and biomechanical needs to find the right shoes for you. We stock the best everyday trainers for mileage and comfort, lightweight runners for fast-paced workouts and race day, and barefoot styles for the minimalist. If pounding the pavement isn’t your thing, we have a wide selection of trail running shoes that will let you run free on any terrain.
We’ll help you dress for running success as well. We have a full selection of men’s and women’s running apparel to suit all the Bay Area microclimates.
You can find informative articles below and a selection of the brands we carry to the right.
Basement Book Review: Born to Run
I am not a runner and so assumed this book wouldn't be for me. But with several copies selling within the first few days of its arrival along with a fellow non-runner's thumbs-up, I gave it a chance.
SB discount for San Jose Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon
The San Jose Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon is coming back on October 3, 2010, and just for being a loyal Sports Basement customer you get a $10 discount!
Seek balance with the Red Power Divas
If you live in the South Bay and ever wondered if you had the will or ability to complete a half marathon, you should check out the Red Power Divas.
How to choose the running shoe that’s right for you
Wondering why there are so many shoes for one simple sport? In this post I'll try to provide you with all the information you need to find the right running shoe for you.
Run, reuse, recycle!
Maybe you already know that we collect used athletic shoes. But have you ever wondered what happens to the shoes after you drop them off?
Fundraising tip #4: Host a breakfast run
How great would it feel to run with your friends, raise funds for your charity, eat free bagels and drink free OJ, and shop all before 11am? Even the Army doesn't do that much in the morning!
Running & Walking: taking your suggestions!
Are there running or walking topics you’d like us to write about on the Basement Buzz? Events, shoes, trends you’d like a closer look at? Leave a comment here to let us know.
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EVENTS
- Wednesday, Jun. 19, 2013
- Thursday, Jun. 20, 2013
- Friday, Jun. 21, 2013
- Saturday, Jun. 22, 2013
- Sunday, Jun. 23, 2013
- Monday, Jun. 24, 2013
- Tuesday, Jun. 25, 2013
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Event: Summer Cartooning Workshop
Time: 9:30am - 10:45am
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Zumba Class
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Basement Pilates
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: CPR Certification
Time: 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Bike Ride Group
Time: 5:45pm
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Fun Run
Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Intermediate Bike Maintenance Clinic
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Zumba Class
Time: 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Reach Your Optimal Health Potential
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Stress Management
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Karna Camp
Time: 5:45am - 6:45am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Zumba Class
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Breakfast with Enzo
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Run Group
Time: 6:15pm
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Mt. Diablo cycling intervals
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Baby Boot Camp
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Breakfast with Enzo
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Bike Ride Group
Time: 8:15am - 11:15am
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Run Group
Time: 8:30am
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Basement Pilates
Time: 9:00am - 10:00am
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Columbia's S13 Omni-Freeze Zero Tour
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: CrossFit with Max Fitness
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: Women's Self-Defense Class
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Hydrostatic Body Fat Testing
Time: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Sunday Morning Hike
Time: 8:00am
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Group Ride
Time: 8:30am
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Run Group
Time: 9:00am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Core/Fitness Class
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Kids Fitness
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Yoga Class
Time: 10:30am - 11:45am
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Basement Yoga
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Yoga
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Yoga
Time: 11:30am - 12:45pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Yoga for Kids
Time: 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Location: Presidio Store - please note the new time!
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Event: Yoga
Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: Bryant Street Store
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Event: CPR Certification
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Power Yoga
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Karna Camp
Time: 5:45am - 6:45am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Baby Boot Camp
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Campbell Baby Boot Camp
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Location: Campbell Store
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Event: Fun Run
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Walnut Creek Store
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Event: Run Group
Time: 6:15pm
Location: Sunnyvale Store
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Event: Fun Run
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Presidio Store
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Event: Fall and winter performance cycling series
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Bryant Street Store