Photo Credit: Somer Kreisman @somerrunner
About Seven Hills Running Shop
Seven Hills Running Shop is a small, independent running shop in Seattle’s Magnolia neighborhood, just down the road from Discovery Park.
Founded by Phil Kochik in 2012, Seven Hills grew out of a simple passion: running Seattle’s roads and trails and helping other runners find the shoes and gear that make running more enjoyable.
Phil has been selling running shoes in Seattle since 2002, and that experience still shapes what we do today. We’re runners ourselves, we know the local trails, and we’re genuinely interested in helping you find the right gear for the way you run.
Trail Running Is Our Thing
Trail running has always been at the heart of Seven Hills.
We carry a carefully selected range of trail running shoes, apparel, packs, hydration, and other gear, while also offering plenty of options for road runners. Our selection reflects the way we run here in the Pacific Northwest, from everyday miles around the city to long days in the mountains and everything in between.
Being so close to Discovery Park is a pretty good setup, too. You can visit the shop, grab a pair of shoes, and be on the trails within minutes.
More Than a Running Store
We want Seven Hills to be part of Seattle’s running community, not simply a place to buy shoes.
We host regular group runs, shoe demos, events, and opportunities to get together with other runners. Our Wednesday night Team7Hills run heads into Discovery Park every week, and we’re proud to work with other local running communities throughout the year.
We also support organizations and events that help protect and grow access to trails and the outdoors.
The People
Seven Hills has always been a team effort.
Over the years, a lot of runners have helped make the shop what it is. Glenn Tachiyama, one of our earliest employees, is now retired from the shop floor but continues to contribute his incredible eye as our shop photographer. Kay Downes-Allen keeps much of the website, social media, newsletters, and day-to-day communication moving.
And the wider Team Seven Hills crew brings years of running experience, local knowledge, and plenty of opinions about shoes.
Most importantly, we’re still runners talking to runners.
What We Believe
We believe good advice starts with listening.
There’s no single shoe, pack, or piece of gear that works for everyone. Your terrain, mileage, goals, experience, and personal preferences all matter. We’d rather help you find something that works than sell you something you don’t need.
We’re especially passionate about trail running, but whether you’re heading out for your first neighborhood 5K, training for a marathon, or preparing for your next 100-miler, you’re welcome at Seven Hills.
Come Run With Us
Our shop sits next to one of Seattle’s best running playgrounds: Discovery Park.
Come by, talk running, try on some shoes, check out the latest gear, or join us for a run. We’re a small shop with a big passion for running—and we’d love to see you.
Photo credit: Glenn Tachiyama
LOCATION
Seven Hills Running Shop is located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle. We are just down the road from Seattle’s largest city park, Discovery Park.
3139 West Government Way, suite B
Seattle WA 98199
(206) 683 2532
sevenhillsrunningshop@gmail.com