RUSS and TINA COILLOT

You have heard the expression “When Pigs Fly” right? We really thought that would happen before my wife Tina and I found ourselves owners of Fleet Feet Aptos. Amazing things happen when you follow your passion. Participating in and promoting a lifestyle of fitness, health and fun in a community atmosphere is our passion. Over 6 years ago, I weighed about 330 pounds, smoked two packs a day, and was a heart attack waiting to happen. We decided to lose weight, I quit smoking and we signed up for Fleet Feet Training programs in Sacramento; this changed the course of our lives. Overweight, out of shape, sedentary and stressed with high pressure careers, we were absolutely stunned and delighted to experience that, even we, had an inner athlete just waiting to be unleashed. And unleash it we did! A proud “front of the back of the pack-er”, Tina’s love is running marathon and 50K distances on the trails, and through coaching, inspiring others to enjoy the journey and accomplish goals they did not think possible. Our oldest son, Jake, a high school varsity athlete in Cross Country, Water polo, and Swimming, is an accomplished local Triathlete and is looking to add Olympic distance and Iron distance to his races this year. Ben, our youngest, participates in his elementary school running club, gave Water polo a try this year, competes in local triathlons, and is particularly proud to have his very own road bike. I participate in half marathons and marathon distance events, love trail events, but I especially enjoy triathlons. In addition to putting in long hours in the store, I will be spending some long hours on the bike, running, and swimming as I prepare for Ironman Coeur’d Alene, Idaho in June. Saying that is the part that makes me look up toward the sky for pink things that might be flying overhead. We have been moved by Fleet Feet Sports to “move for life and health and strength”. Fleet Feet Aptos is not just a shoe store. It is a place to come and get inspired to move beyond where you may be now. Our promise is to make the experience at Fleet Feet Aptos a “Wow” experience, kind of like when pigs fly. Come see us and be part of the movement.

NAT CLUBB: Part-timer Nat has worked at Fleet Feet since March 2008.  As his second job Nat works as a church Minister.  Nat's favorite sports include surfing, basketball, and running.  Currently he's training for the toughest race of all - life!  Nat's wife, Kelly, and daughter, Audrey, are his inspiration.  He is also passionate about music and the ocean.

ANDREA SCHMITT: Andie (as she likes to go by) is a graduate of UCSC and a Sanat Cruz local.  Andrea likes to spend her time away from the store running in Wilder State Park and along West Cliff drive.  Her attention to detail and eye for color have made her an important part of the Fleet Feet Aptos team. 

JENNY BIGMAN: Jenny started her tenure at Fleet Feet in August 2010.  Jenny is a graduate student at the Moss Landing Marine Laboratories working on her thesis on spiny dogfish.  Aside from her love of sharks, Jenny has taken to running this year.  She is running her first half marathon in early January 2011 and her first marathon in May.  A competitive swimmer in college, Jenny now hits the roads and trails.

Nick Hill: Nick is a recent Graduate of UC Davis with a degree in Political Science.  He is also a Lt.  in the USMC and we are proud to have him.  Nick is training for his next marathon in December of 2011 and is always up for a run with anyone willing to go with him.

JON GUGALA: Jon is a freelance writer and has articles published in Runner's World, Running Times and Nor Cal Running.  Jon spent 4 years in the Marine Corps and is a graduate of .   Jon has a passion for Track and Field and spends much of his time volunteering as a coach for local middle schools.  Jon has amazing passion for running and people in general.  We are lucky to have him as a part of our team.

SCOT McCONVILLE:  Scott is a local runnig legend and the Head Track Coach at Aptos High School.  Scott's amazing running career and connections to the local community have quickly made him an invaluable part of our team.

Russ and Tina's amazing staff is trained in gait analysis and foot biomechanics.  Terms such as pronation, plantar fasciitis, arthrodesis, and bunionectomy are as familiar as apple pie.  Everyone on staff enjoys helping you achieve a good fit. 

Your feet are in good hands!