Dave’s Running Shop provides performance footwear and orthotics for people of all ages and lifestyle preferences.
EACH FALL, THE KOMEN NORTHWEST OHIO RACE FORTHE CURE
hits the streets of downtown Toledo to walk or run to raise money that saves lives, while celebrating survivors and those living with breast cancer, and to honor loved ones lost. Be a part of the mission again on Saturday, September 23rd.
A common perception about the word “race” is that you must be really fast, young and fit, an everyday athlete, or at peak fitness, when really it’s just about setting a personal goal and putting one foot in front of the other. As with other races here in the Glass City, individuals of all ages and abilities are welcome and encouraged to participate in the Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure. There will be walkers, wheelchairs, joggers (who really are just runners enjoying the view slightly longer), and, yes, really fast people too—all of them united in one mission, one goal, one lifestyle.
Regardless of whether someone is walking, running, or standing and cheering this day, happy feet will be at the root of their comfort and injury-free activity. Choosing the right footwear when participating in opportunities that support great causes in the community will benefit one’s overall well-being.
Whatever way you choose to be involved in this and other community events, make sure your feet will still love you when you’re done.
Dave’s Running Shop provides performance footwear and orthotics for people of all ages and lifestyle preferences.
You don’t have to be a runner to find the right footwear at Dave’s. In fact, a large number of our customers don’t run at all—but they keep coming back because their feet feel good in their selection and they were treated right during their visit.
Getting fitted in the proper footwear consists of several observational and measuring steps. All of these steps are pretty basic, but it takes a trained professional to evaluate what they all mean once put together. During a fitting at Dave’s, you’ll be asked to walk, run or jog, stand in varying ways, and flex your feet through a few low-intensity movements.
Measurements will be taken, and your existing shoes will be inspected for wear patterns before any type of shoe is recommended and tried on for comfort. You’ll be able to walk around the store in each pair and ask any questions that arise. It may be that you simply need an insole for the type of shoe you’re already wearing. Ultimately, it’s about what feels best to you, so you shouldn’t ever feel pressured into any one choice during a fitting.
Unfortunately, shoes will not last a lifetime. They only last so long before the stability and cushioning begin to break down and no longer support your foot health. When worn regularly, shoes typically last about six months before they should be replaced. Frequency of wear, type of activity, wear patterns, and miles put on them will be the primary deciding factors in their overall lifespan. Dave’s maintains a personal fitting history and sends out reminders when it’s time to replace shoes too.
Dave’s Running Shop is the only locally owned and operated footwear store in Northwest Ohio, and was the first running shop in Ohio. Founded in 1973, four area locations serve the community from Sylvania, Perrysburg, Findlay, and Delta. The staff is thoroughly trained on the ideal fitting process and latest footwear technology, and no one at Dave’s works on a footwear sale commission. The sole mission is to fit each individual in what’s right for them and their lifestyle goals.
After getting fitted on a first visit, Dave’s will maintain your purchase history and be able to evaluate initial recommendations to meet evolving needs and preferences upon each visit—giving your feet exactly what they need to feel good the whole time you’re on them.
Stand up to support Susan G. Komen’s mission here in Northwest Ohio, and be proud of what we can do and all the positive things on the horizon we’ll share when we defeat breast cancer together. Let’s go! ✲
Don’t miss Dave’s races!
Runners, get ready to “take your mark” in these exciting community events sponsored by Dave’s Running Shop. For full details on each event, including any applicable fees, please visit davesraces.com.
Virtual Challenge: Monarch Migration-a-thon!
Friday, September 1-Saturday, September 30 in any city or state. Get moving any way you want: walking, birding, running, paddling, swimming, biking, etc. Log your activities, distance, and the number of winged species you saw along the way. 100% of your registration fee will support Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge and their mission. Ask friends and family to sponsor your journey.
Miakonda Trail Ultra
Saturday, September 2-Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Camp Miakonda, 5600 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo, Ohio. Ultra and Relay at 10:00 a.m. 15K at 7:00 a.m.
Pioneer Days Friday Night 4 Miler
Friday, September 8, 2023, 6:30 p.m. (Kids Run at 6:00 p.m.) at 301 N. 3rd St., Kalida, Ohio.
Flock Walk 2023
Saturday, September 9, 2023 at The University of Findlay Koehler Center, Findlay, Ohio. 5K Run at 9:00 a.m. Run/Walk at 9:05 a.m. 1-Mile Family Fun Walk at 9:30 a.m.
Anthony Wayne Volleyball 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, September 10, 2023, 9:00 a.m. at 6119 Finzel Rd., Whitehouse, Ohio.
Stinger 5K at the 180th
Sunday, September 10, 2023, 8:00 a.m. (Kids Run at 9:00 a.m.) at the 180th Fighter Wing, Ohio National Guard Base, Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport, 3150 Whitehouse Spencer Rd., Swanton, Ohio. A virtual 5K option is also offered.
5K Run/Walk for Life
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9:00 a.m. (Kids Fun Run at 9:45 a.m.) at Dana World Headquarters, 3939 Technology Dr., Maumee, Ohio.
Alexa Brown 5K
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 8:45 a.m. (Kids 1K at 8:15 a.m.), Main St., downtown Clyde, Ohio.
Grasshopper 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 16, 9:00 a.m. at Lakota High School, 5200 Co. Rd. 13, Kansas, Ohio.
Redhead Run 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Saturday, September 16, 2023, 9:00 a.m., at St. Peter Lutheran Church, K980 Co. Rd. 17D, Napoleon, Ohio.
BE FAST 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk
Sunday, September 17-Sunday, September 24, 2023 at Promenade Park, downtown Toledo, Ohio. BE FAST 5K Run and Stroke Survivors 5K Run at 10:00 a.m. BE FAST Walk and Stroke Survivors Walk at 9:45 a.m. Kids Fun Run at 9:30 a.m. Virtual participation is also offered.
NHA Fun Run & Walk 2023
Sunday, September 17, 2023, 2:00 p.m. at New Horizons Academy, 220 Lawrence Ave., Wauseon, Ohio.
13th Annual Run the Res 5K
Sunday, September 17, 2023, 11:00 a.m. (Kids Fun Run at 10:00 a.m.) at Gray Park, Fostoria, Ohio.
Anthony Wayne Schools Elementary Cross Country Series
Tuesday, September 19-Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 5967 Finzel Rd., Whitehouse, Ohio.
Perrysburg Schools Elementary Cross Country Series
Wednesday, September 20-Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 13385 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg, Ohio.
Sylvania Schools Elementary Cross Country Series
Thursday, September 21-Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 5403 Silica Dr., Sylvania, Ohio.
Toledo Mini Marathon
Friday, September 22-Sunday, September 24, 2023 at Hensville Park, N. St. Clair St., Toledo, Ohio. Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, and Relay Marathon at 7:30 a.m. on 9/24. Kids Run at 11:30 a.m. on 9/23.
One Step at a Time
Saturday, September 23, 2023, 9:00 a.m. at Camp Lakota, Defiance, Ohio.
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Saturday, September 23, 2023, 9:30 a.m. (Family Fun Walk at 9:40 a.m.) in downtown Toledo, Ohio.
Heart Healthy 5K and Fun Walk
Saturday, September 30, 2023, 9:00 a.m. at 1000 N. Main St., Findlay, Ohio.
Operation K.A.V.I.C. 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 30, 2023, 9:00 a.m. at Keller Logistics Group’s Defiance Campus, 24862 Elliot Rd., Defiance, Ohio.
