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  Date Posted: 18 September 2024

Considering taking your run off the roads and pavements and breaking into the trail scene? Here's the rundown on what to expect, and how to choose the right gear to get started. Read more...

  Date Posted: 24 August 2024

Looking for your first hiking pack and not sure where to start? Here's our guide on the kind of gear you'll be carrying for various trips, and the pack size we recommend to carry it all. Read more...

  Date Posted: 21 August 2024

Your sleep system can make or break a camping trip. We run through the basics of selecting your first mat, bag, pillow and liner to set yourself up for a comfortable night's sleep. Read more...

  Date Posted: 20 June 2024

Maybe you’re looking to up your game from your weekly Parkrun, or a daily 10 km jog. Either way, setting your sights on a half marathon or full marathon is a great way to stay motivated or get inspired as we face cooler weather and shorter days. Read more...

  Date Posted: 10 April 2024

Knowing how to use a compass and read a map is a very useful skill and especially important when hiking in areas unknown to you or your companions. Keep yourself on track when hiking by levelling up your compass reading ability. Read more...

  Date Posted: 21 February 2024

Exercising when the sun is shining and there isn’t a cloud in the sky can be paradise! We’re well placed in Queensland to have more paradise days than not, but it does mean that we need to take extra care during summer. Read more...

  Date Posted: 31 January 2024

To further your recovery, taking some time post-workout to focus on specific muscles that you worked can help remove tension, reduce the possibility of injury, increase flexibility, and also be very relaxing.  Read more...

  Date Posted: 10 January 2024

We all know how intense summers in Australia can be. To stay safe and healthy when exercising during these months, we’ve come up with some suggestions to avoid dehydration. Read more...

  Date Posted: 19 December 2023

So you've seen people wearing hydration packs and you want to know more. Should I do get one, and what are they for? We run through the basics of when you need a hydration vest and how to choose the right one for you. Read more...

Date Posted: 30 September 2023

Supporting your children in whatever sport they choose is important, whether that's touch rugby, soccer or dance. We are sharing Paul and Michael's stories on how they involve themselves in their daughters' hobbies as well as balance their own exercise.  Read more...

Date Posted: 29 September 2023

While running is definitely one of the dominant sports, these champion dads are getting out there with different forms of exercise whilst raising kiddos just over a year old. Meet surfer Nicholas and powerlifter Andrew.  Read more...

Date Posted: 1 September 2023

We've come to the final part of our Father's Day Blog Series, and it's going out with a bang. Meet Ben, Rowan and our very own Bruce (who may have helped you with your shoe choice), these guys all love running and have a rich array of stories to share.. Read more...

Date Posted: 28 August 2023

Today you'll meet Nathan and Matthew, who have both worked incredibly hard to overcome challenges with their health to be able to be dads who exercise. We're very grateful for them sharing their stories with us.  Read more...

Date Posted: 26 August 2023

We're on a roll with sharing stories by dads who exercise and these guys are no exception. Meet Ben and Jim and learn how about what cycling means to them for mental health and overcoming challenges.  Read more...

Date Posted: 25 August 2023

GU Energy Gels are some of the most popular sports gels we stock. Customers sometimes ask for flavour recommendations or are hesitant to try new flavours, so we're taste tested every single GU Energy Gel flavour that we stock. You're welcome ;) Read more...

Date Posted: 22 August 2023

Our Father's Day Blog series continues with Damian and Ian, who both have children in their teens and early 20's. Learn how they maintain their mindfulness whilst being present with their kids. Read more...