Running Gear Guide

Date Posted: 12 June 2018

Whether you’re already an experienced runner or you’re planning to start running regularly, the right gear can make a huge difference to your enjoyment. This list will get beginners on the right track and help veterans complete their kits. RUNNING SHOES Good fitting running shoes will be the most important thing you will need as a runner. To ensure comfort and minimise injuries, you’ll need a shoe specifically designed for ru Read more....

Ensure you're always putting your best foot forward with our shoe advisor

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....

Footwear Lacing Tips

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....