In the Media: Articles, Awards, and Press Features
Running Niche is a specialty running store in the Botanical Heights neighborhood of St. Louis, Missouri. Since opening in 2018, we have been recognized as one of the Best Running Stores in America five times (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2025). Below is a collection of our awards, press features, and media appearances.
2025
Running Niche Named Best Running Store in America for Fifth Time – Terrain Magazine
Terrain Magazine covers Running Niche's fifth national "Best Running Store" honor, recognizing the store's commitment to the St. Louis running community.
2024
Where to Shop for Running Gear in St. Louis — St. Louis Magazine
St. Louis Magazine features Running Niche as a go-to destination for running gear, noting four consecutive Best Running Store awards and the store's popular weekly group runs through Tower Grove Park.
Shoe Rotation: Why Every Runner Needs More Than One Pair — Spewak Training
Running Niche co-owners Bob Dyer and Jennifer Henderson explain the benefits of rotating running shoes, with tips on extending shoe life and preventing injury.
2022-2023
Running Niche Named Top Running Store in America for Third Year — Terrain Magazine
Terrain Magazine reports on Running Niche's third consecutive Best Running Store honor from The Running Event's 2022 awards program.
Top 25 Places to Shop in St. Louis — Yelp Official Blog
Yelp names Running Niche one of the top 25 places to shop in St. Louis, based on customer reviews and ratings.
Terrain Magazine Readers' Choice Awards 2023
Running Niche earns recognition in Terrain Magazine's annual readers' poll celebrating the best outdoor businesses in the St. Louis region.
Terrain Magazine Readers' Choice Awards 2022
Running Niche is voted a top pick by Terrain Magazine readers for the second consecutive year.
When to Retire Your Old Running Shoes — Terrain Magazine
Co-owner Bob Dyer shares expert advice on knowing when it's time to replace your running shoes, with Running Niche's 450-mile guideline.
2021
Running Niche in the Grove Offers Much More Than Great Running Gear — Nicki's Central West End Guide
An in-depth feature on Running Niche's origins, how co-owners Jennifer Henderson and Bob Dyer chose the Grove neighborhood, and the store's growing role as a community gathering place.
2021 Terrain Readers' Choice Awards — Terrain Magazine
Running Niche is named Best Running Store by Terrain readers, earning the honor during what the magazine called a standout two-year run for the little shop in the Grove.
2021 Terrain Readers' Choice Awards Announced — Terrain Magazine
The full announcement of Terrain Magazine's 2021 readers' choice winners, featuring Running Niche among the top outdoor retailers.
2020
Some Businesses Will Welcome Customers, Others Will Stay Closed as St. Louis Begins Reopening — KMOV
KMOV News 4 covers Running Niche's approach to reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the store's commitment to customer and staff safety.
25 Ways to Support Your Local Tri, Bike, and Run Shops — Triathlete Magazine
National publication Triathlete Magazine includes Running Niche in a feature on supporting local specialty retailers during challenging times.
How and Why to Pick a Running Partner — Terrain Magazine
Co-owner Jennifer Henderson shares her personal running journey and the value of finding running partners, in this Terrain Magazine feature.
Reopening Is on the Minds of Run Specialty Retailers — Running Insight
Industry trade publication Running Insight features Running Niche's perspective on navigating the pandemic's impact on specialty retail.
COVID-19 Impact on St. Louis Outdoors — Terrain Magazine
Terrain Magazine examines how COVID-19 affected St. Louis outdoor businesses, with insights from Running Niche on adapting to the new landscape.
2019
Omar Abdi and Running Niche Make the St. Louis Scene — Terrain Magazine
A feature story on the partnership between local runner Omar Abdi and Running Niche, exploring how the store became a launchpad for competitive runners in the St. Louis.
Running Niche — The Grove STL
The Grove's official neighborhood profile of Running Niche, highlighting the store's role in the community.
Running Insight: Aim for Great — Running Insight
Running Insight profiles Running Niche's business approach and commitment to excellence in the specialty running retail industry.
TRE 2019 Aisle Talk — Running Insight
Coverage from The Running Event 2019 conference, featuring Running Niche among notable specialty retailers.
Terrain Magazine 2019 Readers' Choice Awards — Terrain Magazine
Running Niche earns its first Terrain Magazine readers' choice recognition.
Terrain Magazine September/October 2019 Issue
Running Niche is featured in the September/October 2019 print edition of Terrain Magazine.
Running Insight February 2019 Issue
Running Niche appears in the February 2019 issue of Running Insight, a leading trade publication for the run specialty industry.
2018
St. Louis Running Store Openings and Closings — Terrain Magazine
Terrain Magazine covers the opening of Running Niche in the Grove, promising a fun, supportive neighborhood experience with quality running goods and community programs.
Terrain Magazine 2018 Readers' Choice Awards
Running Niche's debut appearance in Terrain Magazine's readers' choice awards in its opening year.
Running Niche Now Open in the Grove — KSDK (Show Me St. Louis)
KSDK's Show Me St. Louis segment introduces Running Niche to the St. Louis television audience during the store's grand opening.
Running Niche Now Open in the Grove — KSDK (Video)
Video feature from KSDK's Show Me St. Louis covering Running Niche's opening day.
Community Partners & Additional Links
Running Niche Running Club — GO! St. Louis
Running Niche's weekly run club is listed as an official GO! St. Louis community running group.
Running Niche on Terrain Magazine (All Articles)
Browse all Terrain Magazine articles featuring or mentioning Running Niche.
Running Niche on Yelp
Read customer reviews and see why Running Niche is one of the highest-rated running stores in St. Louis.