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Since 1993, The Running Factory has been supporting and developing the running and walking community in Windsor and Essex County with top quality shoes, apparel, advice and events. With humble beginnings in a 700 sq. foot store on Wyandotte St. East with only two employees, The Running Factory has expanded to include a second store location on Walker Rd., an online store, and a friendly, knowledgeable staff of twenty-two.   The Running Factory is proud to have served the community for the past 25 years, creating a positive, informative and friendly relationship with customers. We take the time to measure...

            Anyone that has taken up running knows that the hardest part is getting out the front door. When you make it past that step any runner could tell you, misery loves company. Having someone else counting on you to show up and share the load not only helps pass time faster, but has multiple training benefits as well. Running partners help to regulate one another’s pace by keeping it social and relaxed. Working hard and having someone to push you can increase the quality of workouts but partners are also great for slowing things down and keeping it relaxed....

The Running Factory is proud to announce the 2015 Spring Thaw 5k! This fast, flat, and accurate course is a great way to kick off the road racing season with a P.B. The Spring Thaw is a family event that features a 5km run / walk, Kid’s kilometer, and 200 meter Kid’s Dash. Every participant will receive a race-day t-shirt and finisher medal. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 Male and Female overall finishers and first place finisher of each age group. Promote fitness and fun by joining the RF to thaw out of winter and spring into...