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Heading off the beaten track? We’ve got an array of equipment and supplies to ensure your adventure is both a safe and enjoyable one. Choose from the categories below to find exactly what you're looking for, or browse below for our full range of hiking, trail running and camping gear.
Date Posted: 15 December 2018
With top-of-the-line heart rate technology, over 130 sports profiles and a slim, lightweight design, the Vantage series is set to make waves over Christmas and the New Year. Let’s hear what our staff members had to say about their Vantages. Eli – Vantage M Overall, I really enjoy using this watch. It’s been a huge upgrade from my previo Read more....
Date Posted: 21 November 2018
Your sports and hiking clothing and boots keep you warm, dry and comfortable during your outdoor adventures. Their high-performance, technical fabrics are often windproof, waterproof and/or breathable. But in order to keep your outdoor gear at peak performance, you need to clean and maintain it on a regular basis. After all, you want your gear to last for as long as possible. Thankfully, specialist fabric care brands such as NikWax, Gear Aid and Grangers make this task an eas Read more....
Date Posted: 19 April 2018
You have a multi-day trekking adventure coming up. Perhaps there’s a big camping/hiking trip planned with all your friends. Or maybe you’re an avid day-hiker that enjoys exploring the trails on the weekend. Whatever the case, you’ve probably already picked out comfortable shoes, a sturdy pack, and the perfect tent. But you’re not yet fully prepared. Headtorches and trekking poles are important hiking accessories that will vastly improve your time on the trails. This guide should hel Read more....
Date Posted: 6 March 2018
Nemo Dagger vs Nemo Galaxi vs MSR Hubba Hubba NX Our family took these 3 tents on our recent hiking trip through Budawang Ranges, south-west of Sydney. It was a great opportunity to compare the 3 lightweight hiking tents. The weather was perfect, mist each morning and a drizzle of rain one evening, so the tents weren't subjected to any wind or real rain, and it was summer in NSW, so no cool temps to contend with either. Read more....
Date Posted: 1 March 2018
The great outdoors is a source of challenge and inspiration that few athletes can pass up. There’s an allure to navigating through deep bushland or running along ridges that speaks to the primal instinct in us all. Trail shoes are the most important gear you use when hiking and trail running. The right shoe can help prevent blisters, bruises, rolled ankles and other accidents. You wouldn’t use rollerblades to go for a road run or use a road bike on an unpaved trail; similarly, it’s Read more....
Date Posted: 5 December 2017
A few weeks ago, I was invited by some work mates to try outdoor rock climbing for the first time out in the Brooyar State Forest. Over the next few days, I popped two car tyres, sliced my finger open, got ridiculously sunburnt, and had the time of my life. As a bonus, I got to try out my Black Diamond and SCARPA climbing gear in a new environment and really test out its capabilities. I’d classify myself as a beginner climber; I’ve only Read more....
Date Posted: 25 November 2017
Adventure sports and more extreme challenges are becoming ever more popular as weekend warriors move off the bitumen and into the bush. Hiking and trekking, trail running, off-road triathlons and other adventure sports offer people an opportunity to compete not just against opponents, but also against themselves and the elements. It’s a challenge that improves both physical and mental strength, and can often be enjoyed in a team or non-competitive environment such as Obstacle Course Racing.&n Read more....
Date Posted: 1 November 2017
Choosing a sleeping bag can be a confusing and difficult process. If you’re just starting out or looking to camp in a different climate than you’re used to, figuring out the correct sleeping bag to purchase is especially important. This post will help you to figure out which temperature rating, bag shape and loft rating is best for your purposes. Temperature Rating When examining sleeping bag temperature ratings, keep in mind whether you sleep hot or cold. Not everyone s Read more....
Date Posted: 1 August 2017
ANTU are relatively new to the outdoor scene, however the Shanghai-based developers have quickly gained traction with their innovative waterproof technology, not for tents, jackets or shoes, but socks. 100% Waterproof socks. Waterproof socks are a concept that have been thrown around amongst outdoor-enthusiasts for some time now, however no one has had the technology, or the nerve, to undertake the task of constructi Read more....
Date Posted: 10 July 2017
Whether you swim, run, ride, or do any sort of exercise or activity which you track using your smartphone, or any sort of Garmin , Wahoo Fitness , Polar device, the chances are you are familiar with (have been frustrated/confused by) Bluetooth, ANT/ANT+ sensor technology and the concept of ‘pairing’. At Wildfire Sports, we frequently have customers en Read more....
Date Posted: 1 November 2016
As athletes, we know the right shoe can make all the difference. But we also know that finding your perfect match amongst the endless range of brands and models available can be a real challenge. At Wildfire Sports, we stock a variety of footwear to support everyone from the gym to the trails, and our shoe advisor ensures we never sell a pair of shoes unless we know they’re going to do exactly what you want them to. Shoes can be your best investment, but without the proper guidance Read more....
Date Posted: 15 July 2016
Whether you’re training, racing, or recovering, correct nutrition is a crucial component and one which is often overlooked by even the most experienced of athletes. Regardless of how long you are training for or how hard you are training, without replacing the key vitamins and nutrients lost during exercise, you are not only slowing down your progress - but you may be moving backwards. To ensure you are performing at an optimal level when it really counts, we have created Read more....
From orienteering to kayaking, mountain climbing to adventure racing, compasses are an essential feature for any multisport activity requiring precise navigation. Learning how to use a compass effectively can not only raise the bar on your adventure experiences, but could also potentially save your life. Wildfire Sports has compasses to suit all ranges of navigation activities; from the beginner bushwalker to the expert orienteer, for the casual kayaker to t Read more....
Nuun is a leading player in the hydration market. Nuun Active Tablets help to keep you feeling optimally hydrated wherever your lifestyle takes you. They offer a lightweight, easy to use alternative to the hydration powders and diluted sports drinks which are prominent on the market. Nuun was founded by a group of competitive athletes from a variety of sporting backgrounds including cycling, skiing and Read more....
Stay on top of your game for longer with GU Energy gels and supplements! GU provides high-quality, long-lasting energy for athletes of all sports both in training and in competition. The performance enhancing GU Energy Gel is optimised for athletes competing in distance competitions to have GU on the go, meaning there's no need to slow down throughout your events.&n Read more....
The Wahoo TICKR range of heart rate monitors track your exercise in real time, displaying your heart rate and calories burnt on your connected smartphone or GPS watch. Through their dual ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 compatibility, the TICKR range connects with a wide range of devices including those with Apple, Android, Garmin and Timex operating systems. These hea Read more....
If you find that the muscles in your feet just can’t relax when you are running, this article may be of use to you. The traditional methods of lacing running shoes involves very tight and secure lacing techniques which do not allow for movement of your feet. This often results in tightening of the foot muscles which begins a chain reaction leading to tightening of the leg muscles. The technique outlined below can result in relaxation of the foot muscles and you should observe a Read more....
Injinji have released an updated line of their cutting edge 5-toe socks. The Injinji series is designed for athletes who expect the best performance for themselves and for their products. The new Injinji Performance 2.0 series has been designed to meet the increasing market demand for highly technical socks. Injinji have fine-tuned the fit of their socks, increased their durability and integrated all new features to specifically benefit certain sports and activities. The new fe Read more....
SaltStick Capsules are designed for use throughout exercise to help minimise muscle cramping, heat stress, and fatigue that can occur as a result of unbalanced electrolyte levels. SaltStick Capsules were developed as a study of scientific literature on electrolyte loss in sweat, highly bioavailable ingredients and field testing. They were thus formulated to closely resemble the salt profile and sweat electrolyte composition of athletes which is lost in sweat during physical act Read more....
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