Built for Louisiana Running — Running Shoes New Orleans | Orleans Shoe Co.
Orleans Shoe Co. — Built for Louisiana Running
Running Shoes in New Orleans & Metairie
Fitted for the heat, the humidity, and the streets we actually run on. Running here isn't running anywhere else — and we've been fitting New Orleans feet since 2002, so we know what holds up and what doesn't.
November 14 — City Park
The Marathon Is Back
The first full marathon in New Orleans since 2020. Full, half, relay, and 5K, all starting and finishing in City Park. If you're training for it, come get fitted now — not the week before.
Or walk in. Free fitting, no appointment, four locations.
Where New Orleans Runs
- The Mississippi River Levee — Crescent Park to Audubon, the long flat miles every serious runner in this city has put in
- Audubon Park — the 1.8-mile loop, shaded, the everyday training ground
- City Park — the Big Lake loop and Bayou St. John, and now the marathon course itself
- The Lakefront — Lake Pontchartrain, where you finally get a breeze
- Bayou St. John — flat and quiet, good for tempo runs
- Lafitte Greenway — paved, straight, and easy to measure your miles on
Each one has a different surface and different demands on a shoe. We fit you for the way you actually run, not a generic stride.
The Races That Are Local
- New Orleans Marathon — November 14, back after a six-year gap. Flat double-loop starting at the Museum of Art and finishing on Roosevelt Mall. Full, half, relay, and 5K.
- Crescent City Classic — the 10K every Easter weekend, the unofficial start of New Orleans running season
- NOAC Turkey Day Race — the five-miler on Thanksgiving morning at Tad Gormley, one of the oldest continuous races in America, running since 1907
Why Fitting Matters More Here
Your feet swell more
Heat plus humidity means more swelling. The shoe that fits at 5 a.m. doesn't fit the same at mile 8. We fit you with that in mind — and it's why we'd rather see you later in the day.
Socks and shoes interact differently
Wet socks in a tight shoe at mile 6 is how blisters happen. We talk through socks, lacing, and fit together.
The surfaces here punish a shoe
Cracked concrete, uneven brick, levee gravel. They wear shoes down fast, and the heat breaks down foam quicker than dry-climate miles do. Most shoes are done between 300 and 500 miles, and here it's the low end of that.
The Brands on Our Running Wall
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HOKAMax cushion. The easiest landing for long miles and sore joints. We carry more HOKA than just about anyone in the city, in widths most stores don't stock.
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OnLight and responsive. Good for tempo days and shorter runs, and the full lineup including all-black for work dress codes.
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ASICSReliable support and structure. A safe first real running shoe, and the Kayano if you overpronate.
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New BalanceThe widest range of actual widths we carry — B through 2E for women, D through 4E for men.
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AltraZero drop and a foot-shaped toe box. If your toes need room, start here.
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adidasSpringy foam, everyday miles.
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DiadoraItalian sport heritage in classic and modern styles.
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ReebokClassic athletic with everyday wear in mind.
Women's · Men's
Wide and 2E in most brands, 4E in select New Balance styles. Also see extra-wide running shoes and every brand we carry.
How We Fit You
Walk in. No appointment. A few minutes.
- We take a Harris mat imprint of both feet
- We measure length, width, and arch length — one foot is almost always bigger
- We look at your old running shoes, where they're worn and where they're not
- We put you in the right shoe and have you walk in it
- You leave with a shoe that fits your foot, your stride, and the way you run here
No pressure, no upsell. We sell you the shoe that's right for your run, not the one with the biggest markup. More on how we read your gait.
Bring your current running shoes. The wear pattern on the outsole tells us how you land and where you push off — and whether the foam underneath is dead. Most people don't realize their shoes gave out 200 miles ago.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's different about running in Louisiana?
Heat, humidity, and the surfaces. Your feet swell more, your shoes wear faster, and the wrong fit shows up sooner than it would in a cooler climate.
I'm training for the marathon. When should I come in?
Now. You want four to six weeks minimum in a new shoe before race day, and longer is better. Nobody should be running 26.2 in something they bought two weeks ago.
I'm new to running. Can you help?
That's a lot of who we fit. Walk in, we'll measure, talk through your goals, and get you in a shoe that works for where you are right now. Also see our tips for beginners.
What if you don't have my size or width in stock?
We can usually special order it. Call 504-910-2900 with the style, size, and width.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Walk into any of our four stores during open hours and we'll fit you on the spot.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes. 10% off for hospital workers, military, and restaurant workers at all four locations. Show us your badge, scrubs, or ID at checkout.
Visit Us — Four Locations
French Quarter — 541 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130 · 504-350-0035 · Mon–Sat 10–6, Sun 11–5
Magazine Street — 3112 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115 · 504-875-2929 · Mon–Sat 10–6, Sun 11–5
Metairie Road — 480 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70005 · 504-324-7718 · Mon–Sat 10–6, Sun 11–5
Severn — 3000 Severn Ave, Metairie, LA 70002 · 504-888-7080 · Mon–Sat 9:30–6, Sun 11–5
Walk in any time. Find your nearest store and get directions. Call 504-910-2900.
Third-generation shoe people fitting New Orleans since 2002. Piediscalzo means "barefoot" in Italian. Shoes are in our blood.