Product Comparisons & Reviews

Date Posted: 6 June 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.  

Date Posted: 2 May 2020

Speed laces are great for quick and easy lacing. This blog will guide you through installing the new Wildfire Speed Laces to get you on the road or trail faster.  

Date Posted: 12 April 2020

Struggling to balancing your ecological footprint with the need for quality shoes and performance clothing? It's a complex issue, but we've compiled a list of considerations for choosing great gear that won't cost the earth.  

Date Posted: 1 June 2019

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.  

Date Posted: 16 May 2019

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.  

Date Posted: 11 May 2019

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.  

Date Posted: 4 May 2019

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.  


Date Posted: 13 January 2019

Vibram FiveFinger shoes are great for your body and your fitness, but they do require a transition period to allow your feet to strengthen. We explain exactly how to safely transition to minimalist five-toed shoes.  

Date Posted: 3 August 2018

Overpronation, supination...you've probably heard these terms thrown around in the running community. What do they mean and what should you do about it?  

Date Posted: 3 February 2018

Leaking or ill-fitting goggles can be a major inconvenience, so follow our simple guide to make sure your chosen goggles suit your face shape.  

Date Posted: 23 June 2017

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.  

Date Posted: 1 August 2016

Gaiters: armour for your legs. What classifies as a gaiter, when should you wear them, and how do you choose which ones to buy? We break it down for you in this simple guide.