Backcountry Food: What Food To Pack For Your Multi-Day Hike Date Posted: 17 February 2023 In reviewer Steph's experience, there are three main things you need to consider when you’re pondering the best backcountry food for your trip. Read more...
GEAR CHECKLIST: Outdoor Sport Climbing Date Posted: 1 February 2023 Staff member Shaun has been climbing outdoors for 11 years and has worked as a climbing instructor for two years. Here's his checklist of gear, complete with explanations, alternatives and his own personal preferences. Read more...
GEAR CHECKLIST: Three Capes Track Date Posted: 27 January 2023 Tasmania's Three Capes Track is a three-night, four-day celebration of one of the country's most beautiful walking experiences. Designed for beginner to intermediate hikers of all ages, the Three Capes Track has been built to a dry-boot standard and includes cabins along the way for each night, minimising your gear and leaving you free to focus on admiring 48 kilometres of breathtakin Read more...
HOW TO CHOOSE… Trekking Poles & Headtorches Date Posted: 26 December 2022 This guide should help you to understand why owning a headtorch and/or trekking poles is a smart idea. It will also guide you through selecting an appropriate model and tell you how to avoid common pitfalls. Read more...
HOW TO CHOOSE... Trail Running & Hiking Shoes Date Posted: 23 December 2022 Thrilling, beautiful and sometimes dangerous, exercising on trails nevertheless requires some forethought and preparation. This guide will help you select the type of shoe that’s best for you and your chosen activity. Read more...
Benefits of Compression Gear Date Posted: 16 December 2022 Popular sports brands such as SKINS, CEP, 2XU and Compressport have sunk time, research and funds into their compression clothing out of a deep belief in its benefits. Is it worth getting compression gear yourself? Read more...
HOW TO CHOOSE... Swimming Goggles Date Posted: 5 December 2022 When buying your first pair of goggles or looking for a new style, the range of options can be overwhelming. This guide will help make the choice easier by identifying the right lens colour, shape and fit for you. Read more...
Marathon Prep: An interview with 50km record holder Bruce Cook Date Posted: 29 August 2022 We sat down with long-term Wildfire employee Bruce Cook, former AIS coach, race walker and Australian record holder for the 50km at 3:09. Read more...
REVIEW: Salomon Predict 2 & Ultra Glide Date Posted: 9 August 2022 Wildfire staff review the Salomon Predict 2 road running shoes and Salomon Ultra Glide trail running shoes. Read more...
Buying Vegan: Animal Welfare in Outdoor Sports Gear Date Posted: 26 July 2022 How do you make animal welfare-conscious choices when shopping for outdoor gear and apparel? We'll lay it out for you! Read more...
First Aid on Day Hikes Date Posted: 19 July 2022 We've compiled some handy tips, tricks and instructions for common backcountry first aid procedures based on information supplied by the Australian government. Read more...
What is R-value? Date Posted: 17 July 2022 You've probably seen an R-value listed on sleeping mats from reputable outdoor brands. But what does an R-value mean? Read more...
Sustainable Fitness & Outdoor Brands Date Posted: 13 July 2022 Happy Earth Day! Outdoor gear and sportswear brands have stepped up to the plate and are driving efforts for more sustainable practices. We've gathered a comprehensive list of all the great work our brands are doing to keep the environment safe. Read more...
Wildfire’s Tips for Running Safely at Night Date Posted: 30 June 2022 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...
Mother's Day Interviews - Part 6 - Clare, Anita & Emma Date Posted: 5 May 2022 Clare: @runfitmumma What is your sport/exercise of choice? Can I have more than one? Top of the list would be run Read more...
Mother's Day Interviews - Part 5 - Melissa & Shara Date Posted: 4 May 2022 Motherhood is marathon and these women know both very well. Today you'll meet Shara and Melissa in Part 5 of our Mother's Day Interview Series. Read more...
Mother's Day Interviews - Part 4 - Kelly & Challise Date Posted: 3 May 2022 It's time for some ultra-special women, today you'll meet Kelly and Challise. Read about their challenges, achievements and upcoming goals in completing ultras. Read more...
Mother's Day Interviews - Part 3 - Nicole & Olivia Date Posted: 2 May 2022 May the force of strong mothers be with us. Today you'll meet Nicole and Olivia, follow the link below to learn about their journeys as single mums and the challenges that come with it. Read more...
Mother's Day Interviews - Part 2 - Christine & Cass Date Posted: 1 May 2022 We continue to shine a light on the wonderful women out there who raise children and find the time, energy and passion to participate in sport and exercise. Today, you'll meet Christine and Cass. Read more...
Mother's Day Interviews - Part 1 - Jalna & Carly Date Posted: 30 April 2022 This Mother's Day, we're doing a series of blogs which shine the light on the wonderful women out there who raise children and somehow find the time, energy and passion to participate in sport and exercise. Today, you'll meet Jalna and Carly. Read more...