ZTrunDirect-running reviewProducts, prices, shipping and returns
Direct-running is an online shop for running and trail shoes, clothing and equipment, with over 500,000 products from more than 5,000 brands.
£76.15Running shoes Under Armour Velociti Distance
£213.42Women's running shoes adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4
£128.05Women's running shoes adidas Adizero Evo Sl Woven
£128.05Women's running shoes adidas Adizero Evo SL
£145.13Women's running shoes Puma Deviate Nitro 4 - X Hyrox
£213.42Running shoes adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4
£128.05Running shoes adidas Adizero Evo SL
£128.05Women's running shoes adidas Supernova Rise 3
£128.05Running shoes adidas Adizero Evo SL WovenNames, prices and pictures as shown at direct-running.co.uk on 14 Oct 2026. Prices change: the shop's own page is the one that counts.
Direct-running is an online shop for running and trail equipment, part of the Spacefoot family of sports e-commerce sites. It sells running shoes, clothing, gear and nutrition for men and women, with a catalogue built for road and trail runners.
What stands out
- Over 500,000 products from more than 5,000 brands held in its French warehouses
- 30 days to change your mind on returns
- 5% discount when signing up for the newsletter
- Collection point delivery available in several countries
- Express next-day delivery in France on orders placed before 3pm Monday to Thursday
How Direct-running compares
Its terms beside those of the 40 shoes shops read on this site so far. Every figure is taken from that shop's own pages.
- 30 days to send things back: longer than 29 of the 37 shoes shops read here.
| Shop | Returns window | Free shipping from | Prices seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snibbs | 100 days | $139 | $12 to $200 |
| BEARPAW Shoes | 90 days | $75 | $22 to $159.99 |
| Acorn.com USA | 60 days | $65 | $25 to $125 |
| Bedrock Sandals | 60 days | $125 | $5 to $200 |
| Dansko | 60 days | – | $59.98 to $220 |
| Fairfax & Favor | 60 days | £99 | £10 to £645 |
| Superfeet Worldwide | 60 days | – | $25 to $215.96 |
| aetrex | 30 days | – | $19.49 to $179.95 |
| Amberjack | 30 days | $70 | $8 to $250 |
| Direct-running | 30 days | – | £76.15 to £213.42 |
One more reading of Direct-running
Each was given the same pages of direct-running.co.uk and asked what the brand does well. None of them has seen or used the products; software then checked every figure they wrote against those pages.
Wide running and trail equipment range
Direct-Running offers a broad catalog of running and trail equipment, including performance shoes, technical apparel, and accessories from over 5,000 brands. The brand operates from warehouses in Montlouis-sur-Loire, France, and serves customers in Europe and the United States. It provides customer service in France, secure payment, and easy returns. The return policy allows 30 days to change a mind, with items needing to be new, in original packaging, and without labels. Shipping costs vary by country and service, with options such as collection points and next-day delivery. The site also offers a 5% discount for newsletter sign-ups.
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What Direct-running sells
Direct-running sells men’s and women’s running shoes, men’s and women’s clothing, trail and hiking equipment, gear and nutrition. Its catalogue covers performance shoes, technical apparel and accessories for road and trail running. The site lists brands including adidas, Saucony, Puma and Under Armour, with products such as the adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4, the adidas Adizero Evo SL, the Puma Deviate Nitro 4 and the Under Armour Velociti Distance.
Direct-running prices
Direct-running lists its product prices in pounds sterling on each product page. Examples from the site include the Under Armour Velociti Distance at 76.15 GBP, the adidas Adizero Evo SL at 128.05 GBP, the Puma Deviate Nitro 4 at 145.13 GBP and the adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4 at 213.42 GBP. The site also has a Clearance section.
Direct-running shipping
Direct-running ships to countries across Europe and beyond, with delivery costs set per country and carrier. In France, Colis privé delivery costs £6.39, Colissimo costs £6.82 and Express Chronopost costs £11.94, while collection point delivery with Colissimo or Mondial Relay costs £5.54. In the United Kingdom, FedEx delivery costs £17.99. Orders placed before 3pm GMT+1 are processed within 1-2 working days and delivered within 2-6 working days. Some items may incur additional shipping charges due to their weight or size.
Direct-running returns
Direct-running gives buyers 30 days to change their mind and return an order. The parcel must have been received less than 30 days ago, and the products must be new, not worn, not used and not washed, in their original packaging with their label. A personalised item, such as a jersey with flocking, cannot be returned. Returns are started through the return request page, where the buyer enters their sales order date and reference.
Discounts and offers at Direct-running
Direct-running offers a 5% discount when you sign up for its newsletter. The site also has a Clearance section with reduced products, and a Promo codes page where current codes are listed.
Good to know about Direct-running
Direct-running is a member of the Spacefoot family and started at the end of 2019. Its warehouses in Montlouis-sur-Loire, France, hold over 500,000 products from more than 5,000 brands, shipped to countries in Europe and the United States. The site offers secure payment, collection point delivery with tracking by email, and a help centre covering returns, orders, stock, payment and delivery. Customer service is based in France.
What was read
These pages of Direct-running’s own website, on 14 October 2026:
This page sets out what Direct-running offers, from what it publishes about itself. No product was bought or tested.
In the words of Direct-running
Enjoy a 5% discount when you sign up for our newsletter.
The parcel was received less than 30 days ago The products are new (not worn, not used, not washed), in their original packaging and with their label
A personalised item (e.g. a jersey with flocking) cannot be returned
Order processing time: 1-2 working days Delivery time: 2-6 working days
Short answers
How much does Direct-running charge for shipping?
Direct-running sets delivery costs by country and carrier. In France, Colis privé costs £6.39, Colissimo costs £6.82 and collection point delivery costs £5.54; in the United Kingdom, FedEx costs £17.99.
How long do I have to return an item to Direct-running?
Direct-running allows 30 days to change your mind. The parcel must have been received less than 30 days ago and the products must be new, unworn and in their original packaging.
Which countries does Direct-running ship to?
Direct-running ships to countries across Europe and beyond, including France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United States, with a listed carrier and price for each.
How long does delivery take from Direct-running?
Direct-running processes orders within 1-2 working days and delivers within 2-6 working days. In France, Express Chronopost delivers next day before 6pm on orders placed before 3pm from Monday to Thursday.
Does Direct-running offer a discount for signing up?
Direct-running offers a 5% discount when you sign up for its newsletter.
What does Direct-running sell?
Direct-running sells men's and women's running shoes, clothing, trail and hiking equipment, gear and nutrition from brands including adidas, Saucony, Puma and Under Armour.
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