looking for really good shoe store... (Franklin, Brentwood: sales, buying, stores)

[Tunky]

I'm looking for a shoe store that has sales staff who really know how to FIT shoes, not just SELL shoes. Nashville/Franklin/Brentwood area preferably.
I've got weird feet...I put off buying new workout shoes because it's always a hassle but I need something else soon.


Oh...and I'm one of the few who does not like New Balance...struck out with them.

Thank you!!

[Mike in TN]

Fleet Feet or any of the other running specialty stores should be able to help.

The Nashville Striders might have some links up or just Google "Nashville+running stores" or something like that.

[Tunky]

Thanks...I'm really looking for someone with personal experience. My experience in running shoe stores has been that the sales people are pretty much cash register operators. They'll sell you anything. So I guess I'm looking for a reputable place with knowledgeable staff. I'll pay $200 for a pair of shoes if they fit and don't screw up my feet.

[Eescapes]

You might want to try the "Z Coil" shoes. There is a place on White Bridge Rd in Nashville, but I can't remember the name. I know they are supposed to be very good at "fitting" you in the right shoe. My veternarian's husband (in SC) owned a Z Coil store and all the people in Dr. Branson's office wore them. They all loved those shoes!