Swift Running Company

Laredo's specialty running store, Swift Running Company, is at 416 Shiloh Dr, Suite C-6, in the 78045 zip code. Founded in 2016, the store describes itself as locally owned and locally operated, and it serves a corner of South Texas that is a long drive from San Antonio.

Shoe fitting is the core service: the store helps runners find the right shoe for their foot type and mechanics. Brands carried include ON, Mizuno, Altra, Diadora, 361°, Topo Athletic, Salming, Oofos, Ink, Balega, Drymax, Steigen, Injinji, Tifosi, TomTom, Trigger Point, OGIO, Garmin, Bondi Band, Sidas, GU, Huma, Gatorade, and Picky Bars. Laredo summers run hot for months at a stretch, which is one reason to get the shoe question settled before the heat arrives.

Hours are Monday through Friday 11am to 7pm and Saturday 10am to 7pm; the store is closed Sunday. Phone (956) 568-0124. Details are at swiftrunningco.com; no social media accounts are listed on the official site.