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Author: Stephanie Ford Date Posted: 11 November 2020
Running at night can be a beautiful thing. The world looks different, the trails are less congested, and you only need to focus on the small section of trail or path in front of you. Here are our top tips for running safely in the dark... Read more...
Author: Wildfire Sports Date Posted: 4 November 2020
Osprey Australia is giving you a chance to unlock over 100 local adventure holidays with the Explore Local With Osprey Competition and a $6,000 Australian Walking Holida Read more...
Author: Stephanie Ford & Danae Baggs Date Posted: 28 October 2020
Chafing, black toenails, rainy weather, cramps...running isn't always the simple sport that you might think! But all these problems are more are solvable. Here’s our list of common issues runners encounter and how to fix them. Read more...
Author: Mitch Neumann Date Posted: 26 October 2020
Some of our most commonly asked questions regard accuracy and difference between the brands and styles of heart rate monitors. In a bid to save his colleagues from listening to him repeat himself, Mitch addresses the main questions in this article. Read more...
Author: Kai Pantano & Danae Baggs Date Posted: 21 October 2020
There are some things in life that just make it better. A Rumpl Blanket is one of those things. Read on to discover why you need one. Read more...
Author: Taylah Danaë Baggs Date Posted: 14 October 2020
Danae explains current worldwide stock supply issues, how it is affecting Wildfire stock levels, and why you shouldn't hesitate in ordering now. Read more...
Author: Genia Hill & Mitch Neumann Date Posted: 12 October 2020
Teva gave two Wildfire staff members a chance to try out the new Hurricane XLT2 Sandals, and they've given them a good run for their money! Read on for an in depth review... Read more...
Author: Stephanie Ford Date Posted: 7 October 2020
Looking for motivation? These upcoming virtual runs will keep you on track! Read more...
Author: Taylah Danaë Baggs Date Posted: 2 October 2020
Stuck at home? Use this time to check over and level up your equipment. Danae takes us through keeping your outdoor gear and equipment in tip-top shape. Read more...
Author: Daniel Gray Date Posted: 11 September 2020
GPS watches are an integral part of the post-race debrief. The amount of information to peruse seems formidable. Daniel Gray explores the main features relevant to an orienteer, and how to use them in race analysis. Read more...
Author: Stephanie Ford Date Posted: 7 September 2020
Dive into the wacky, wonderful world of barefoot shoes! If you’re curious about how barefoot shoes work and which Vivobarefoot shoes will suit you best, this is the blog for you. Read more...
Author: Shaun Pleschka Date Posted: 28 August 2020
With the minimalist movement exploding and such a large variety of minimalist shoes available, staff member Shaun provides a breakdown of the advantages of the different minimalist shoe brands. Read more...
Author: Brenton Gray & Meri Gray Date Posted: 26 August 2020
Wildfire founders Brenton & Meri Gray review the all-new aggressive trail runner: the Salomon Wildcross. Read more...
Author: Kai Pantano Date Posted: 12 August 2020
Not sure which water filtration or purification device you should choose? Kai walks us through the most popular brands, including Lifestraw, Katadyn, GRAYL and Steripen. Read more...
Author: Wildfire Sports Date Posted: 7 August 2020
For a Limited time get a FREE Reusable Soft Cup with any Salomon Advanced Skin 5, 8 & 12 Set Vest! To get your FREE Soft Cup today simply: 1. Add any Salomon Advanced Skin 5, 8 or 12 Set Vest 2. In your shopping cart Read more...
Author: Taylah Danae Baggs Date Posted: 7 August 2020
You've seen words like No-See-Um, Ripstop, Ultra-Sil and Cordura and have no idea what they mean. What are the benefits of different outdoor fabrics that you'll see listed on camping gear? Danae explains. Read more...
Author: Kai Pantano Date Posted: 5 August 2020
One of the most frequent questions we get at Wildfire is, what is the best (jacket, shoe, pack)? What I believe most customers really mean is “What do I need?” To simplify the process, here’s a list of items that are invaluable for backcountry hiking. Read more...
Author: Stephanie Ford Date Posted: 31 July 2020
Stephanie Ford demonstrates how to transition from day hiking to pulling overnighters without spending an arm and a leg. Read more...
Author: Taylah Danaë Baggs Date Posted: 1 July 2020
Here at Wildfire, we believe in supporting Australian brands. To help you to buy Australian, we've collated the Australian owned and made brands that we stock right here. Read more...
Author: Wildfire Sports Date Posted: 29 May 2020
Stay hydrated and ready to perfrom at your best thanks to the team at PREPD! PREPD improves starting hydration, enhanced fluid absorption during exertion, and enhanced hydration in recovery. Read more...
