More Than a Sport: Why Middle School Athletics Matter
Over the past month, weโve had the opportunity to return to our high school alma maters for โshoe drops,โ supporting the Montevideo and Chisago Lakes…
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Wild River Running
Stillwater Minnesota
At Wild River Running, we foster community through movement. From fitting you with the perfect pair of shoes to offering a wide range of running apparel, fuel and accessories, we cater to all types of runners and walkers in the St. Croix River Valley. Whether running is a challenge, an escape, or a time to be social, Wild River Running can connect you with people, places and gear to keep you going.
Our Fit Process
At Wild River Running in Stillwater, Minnesota, we believe the right shoe can make all the differenceโwhether you’re logging miles, hitting the gym, or standing all day at work. Our personalized fit process goes beyond just size.
We take the time to understand your activity level, movement patterns, and past shoe experiences. From watching how you walk to analyzing your current footwear, we combine expertise and insight to guide you toward the perfect pair. It’s all about comfort, function, and setting you up for successโevery step of the way.
From the Blog
Stories from the St. Croix: Jake Binversie completing the St. Croix Falls HS XC team
โI started running two seasons ago. I was lifting weights (at the school) during the summer, and I was sitting on the couch afterwards…
Post Marathon Doldrums
Each fall, marathons across the country bring months of training to a head. Runners uncork weeks of training to pursue their dreams; chasing PRs, Boston…
Stories from the St. Croix: Stilly Girls XC & their Dark Horse Season
โWe werenโt even ranked at the start of the season. Honestly, that made us want it more. We changed our training plan this summer, and…
August: The month of high hopes
Last week, aspiring runners around the state embarked on another season of cross country. Some set lofty goals; state championships, or making varsity. Others are…
Chasing PRs on Browns Creek
Last week, we put on our first road race: The Brownโs Creek Breeze. Formal planning started back in December, but the idea for it came…
Signs of spring
It used to be the robins. The reliable, spunky neighborhood migrant would appear in my backyard one morning, a harbinger of things to come. Hearty…
The hidden trails of Stillwater
If youโve gone for a run in Stillwater, chances are youโve enjoyed the views of the โLoopโ, crossing the St. Croix on the old and…
Stories from the St. Croix: Joel Button and the full moon river run
โI started in 2010, but it wasn’t really a race. It’s like an underground, no timing chip or anything. I was running in the winter…
What are your goals for the new year?
Years ago, I had a running acquaintance who did an annual New Yearโs Eve โreflectionโ on the previous yearโs training. Heโd pick through the highs…
Stories from the St. Croix: Erika Albano and the quest for a new track in Turtle Lake, WI
โWe moved to Turtle Lake in 2022. I went to my kids’ track and field meet (elementary school) the first year they were in school,…
Face the North Wind: a guide to surviving the winter months
Winter is challenging for runners. There are few races on the calendar, cold winds, low light, and lonely paths to tread on. So how to…
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4th of July plans? ๐บ๐ธ
1. Run (or cheer) at the Marine 4 or 2-Miler, arguably the best July 4th race around.
2. Wander down to Wild River Running.
3. Score an extra discount on all of our sale shoes.
Deals on running and walking shoes from every brand, with savings of 10โ40% off and select pairs starting at $90 - Saturday only!
Open 1-7 PM
Send this to someone who needs to come to group run ๐ฆ
#runwiththewild #runbigshopsmall #wildriverrunning
๐ชต๐Lumberjack Mile๐ฒ๐โโ๏ธ
Last call for the lowest price!
Register by June 30th to lock in the $25 entry fee.
From Lake McKusick to Pioneer Park, this point-to-point race on the parade route is one straight shot with a slight downhill. Chasing a PR? Looking for something the whole family can do? Weโve got you covered!
Register on our website - wildriverrunning.com
Update! Weโll see you Saturday morning at the finish line!
Looking for your next speed shoe?
Come try the new Saucony Azura at the Lift Bridge finish this Saturday! Like what you feel? Grab your own pair before race day, weโre just two blocks away. ๐ฆ๐
#ilovethisshoe #sauconyazura #runstillwater
@runstillwater
@liftbridgetaproom
See ya up there โ๏ธ๐ฒ
Good luck, Grandmaโs runners! We canโt wait to cheer you on.
New singlets are in!
If youโre still wondering what youโre racing in this weekend, consider this your sign.
The OG blue remains available in sizes S & XS.
#lookgoodrunfast #runwiththewild #singletseason
You know us- no frills, just fast.
The Lumberjack Mile
Sunday, July 19th
Start on McKusick, kick it into Pioneer Park, and roll right into the Lumberjack Days Parade.
Register / Info on our website
#Lumberjackmile #Lumberjackdays #onemile
Letโs #touchgrass next Tuesday.
Demo the Hoka Speedgoat 7
Stay for the BBQ
Sign up to bring something ๐
https://tinyurl.com/yc36h2kh
See you at OโBrien
Wild River Running Kids XC is back!
๐ฒEarly bird registration (lowest price) through 6/11.
๐Practice begins 8/10!
https://www.wildriverrunning.com/wild-river-youth-xc-team/
#runwiththewild #startthemyoung #crosscountryrunning
Girlfriends! ๐ฏโโ๏ธ
Thanks for running with us at Pine Point! Be sure to check out the information about Kuvetta Stride De She with Carrie Tollefson. Would love to see you on the Birkie Trails in July! @birkierun
https://www.birkie.com/run/events/stride-de-she/
#womenontrails #stridedeshe #birkietrails #runwiththewild
Too busy slinging shoes, cheering runners on, and racing ourselves to capture much content from the Stillwater Half ๐
Luckily, Run Stillwater had the finish-line photos covered.
Thank you, participants, spectators, and volunteers, for supporting local running, and making Wild River Running part of your race weekend ๐ฆ
Next up: Lift Bridge Road Races at on June 27th!
Shoe Demos: Saucony Azura and Endorphin Speed.
#runstillwater #runbigshopsmall #shoedemos #shoegiveaways
๐ RaCe WeEKeNd + gIvEaWay!๐
Stillwater Half, 10K, and 5K @runstillwater
๐Stop by packet pickup between 3 & 6 PM to try the new Brooks Ghost 18 and be entered into our lottery to win a pair of shoes!
๐โโ๏ธJoin the official pre-race shakeout run at 5 PM for a relaxed 1-3 miles.
๐คณ Tag Wild River Running, Run Stillwater, and Brooks in your race weekend posts for another entry!
#runbigshopsmall #runstillwater
Brands We Carry
We carry the best brands in-store.
Altra
Asics
Brooks
On
Hoka
Saucony
New Balance
Salomon
Goodr
Shokz
Balega
