Sole Obsession

Simon was amazing and so helpful. I've been struggling with my plantar fasciitis and was looking for a pair of Brooks to relieve my feet issues, and Simon knew his stuff! I did my fair share of research prior and he was totally on point with his recommendations and wasn't pushy at all when I asked if I could return later to buy. He has nearly 20 years of experience and unfortunately I wasn't able to make it back to his shop today due to a late return to town, but I highly highly encourage anyone to go there. Support your feet & a small business :)Thank you so much Simon for your kindness and knowledge. I hope to visit again in the future!

So I am NOT a runner, just an old(ish) lady with dodgy hips and knees. Simon took the time to measure my feet - first time since Clarks school shoes in the 70's!He found me a great pair of trainers with all the support and stability that I needed, and didn't mention running once!Thanks for putting the spring back in my step!

I called on the off-chance as I was hunting for a replacement for my worn-out Brooks and got some great ones. Then went to him for advice about good everyday Brooks as well and my second pair are just as good. So much easier to go to someone who knows what they're talking about! Thanks Simon!

Spoke to Simon today about new running shoes. Advised standard fit with no special inserts. Tried this morning - absolutely perfect. So far 5 years of excellent support that has made my running so much more enjoyable. Legs do not feel that they have been running. Thank you very much. Outstanding service and advice at a great price. Will certainly be back for my next pair.

Simon was brilliant! As a bit of a novice runner, he gave me some great information and advice about running footwear which will help immensely going forward. The service provided to choose the right pair of trainers was much appreciated.

Between my wife and I we have used sole obsession on four occasions and every time Simon has been absolutely brilliant. Helping us with our odd shaped feet and finding the shoe that fits us best for trail running, walking and street running all in the same pair of shoes. His knowledge and enthusiasm is outstanding and is a big reason for why we continue to go back to Simon. The customer service is top notch and is very customer focused which is such an appeal as we try to support local companies, you wouldn't get this kind of service from one of the large companies! Highly recommend and will go back again, and again...

Sold me very expensive trainers with advice that I naively took telling me that more support in a shoe was best for all runners and the best option for injury prevention. After weeks of injury I sought physiotherapy and went to a proper running shop in Southampton and have since discovered the complete opposite is true and support is only required if that's what you as an individual need as otherwise it throws your body out of sync and causes injury. I have learnt an expensive and very painful lesson. Go to run company in Southampton and get proper advice rather than someone just wanting a sale and never mind the health consequences

The owner is a really lovely man who was happy to give advice with no pressure to buy. My sister and brother in law have done couch to five k and needed appropriate running shoes. He didn't try to sell us the most expensive but advised on shoes that would be suitable. Fantastic highly recommend to starters and serious runners. Thank you for your time and expertise.

I bought my running shoes from Simon a few months ago and they are still absolutely fantastic. Simon offers wonderful advice to everybody whether beginners or regular runners. You can't get this online! and the prices are fantastic too.