More Than a Sport: Why Middle School Athletics Matter
Over the past month, we’ve had the opportunity to return to our high school alma maters for “shoe drops,” 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 difference—whether 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 success—every step of the way.
From the Blog
Stories from the St. Croix: Jake Binversie completing the St. Croix Falls HS XC team
“I 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
“We weren’t 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 Brown’s 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 you’ve gone for a run in Stillwater, chances are you’ve enjoyed the views of the “Loop”, crossing the St. Croix on the old and…
Stories from the St. Croix: Joel Button and the full moon river run
“I 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 Year’s Eve “reflection” on the previous year’s training. He’d pick through the highs…
Stories from the St. Croix: Erika Albano and the quest for a new track in Turtle Lake, WI
“We 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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🏁 RaCe WeEKeNd + gIvEaWay!🏁
Stillwater Half, 10K, and 5K @runstillwater
👟Stop 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!
🏃♀️Join the official pre-race shakeout run at 5 PM for a relaxed 1-3 miles.
🤳 Tag Wild River Running, Run Stillwater, and Brooks in your race weekend posts for another entry!
#runbigshopsmall #runstillwater
Hey gals, let’s hit the trails! 🌲💃
This Thursday, May 21st at Pine Point Park.
Run, connect, and learn about Stride de She. Please make sure to register so we know how many to expect!
@birkierun
More information & registration:
https://www.wildriverrunning.com/view/events/event/117-womens-trail-night/
#womenruntrails #stridedeshe #runwiththewild
A Friday morning running adventure with a 3YO, his camera, and a bus ride to Saint Paul. @c_weyrauch
#fridaylongrun #runcommute
🌲〰️Trail Tuesday Kickoff 〰️🌲
We ran, we high-fived, we tried some sweet trail shoes from @altrarunning, we BBQ’d, and no one got lost.
#winning #trailtuesday #runfarshoplocal
Daily miles 🤝 Brooks Ghost 18
Just what you needed.
Take them for a spin next Friday when you grab your Stillwater Half race packet 👟🏁
#brooksrunning #runbigshopsmall
Saturday Hydration with @tailwindnutrition
💦 Jamaca - Gateway Trailhead
💦 Brown’s Creek & Lofton
5/9, 8:00 AM - Noon
#localmiles #localsupport
Trail Tuesday Kickoff!
Bring yourself, your friends, and something to share.
More info on the website. 🦊
https://www.wildriverrunning.com/view/events/event/119-trail-tuesday/
#runbigshopsmall #runwiththewild #altrarunning #experiencewild3
~Women’s Trail Evening ~
Come run with us!
🌸 Meet the Stride de She coaches
🤝 Connect with friends
👟 Share some easy trail miles
🍕PIZZA
Thursday, 5/21 • 6-7:30 PM • Pine Point Park
Tell your running buddies and let us know you’re coming! More info: https://www.wildriverrunning.com/view/events/event/117-womens-trail-night/
@birkierun
Light. Fast. Fun.
Speed for every kind of runner this spring.
Saucony Endorphin Speed -> Your do-it-all speed shoe
Hoka Mach -> Light, smooth, daily miles
Hoka Mach X3 -> When you want a little more pop
ASICS Superblast 3 -> Big bounce, surprisingly fast
#shoerotation #runbigshopsmall #runstillwater #workoutwednesdays
A flat, fast 5K that’s chip-timed, has Mississippi River views, AND the new Brooks Ghost 18s to try out- PLUS a discount code? Say less. 🌹
Run for the Roses is happening this weekend in Hastings- supporting This Old Horse, Inc. and organized in part by our own Aaron Dennis… which means you have the perfect opportunity to try and beat him.
There’s really no reason not to go at this point.
https://runsignup.com/Race/MN/Hastings/RunForTheRoses5kAndFamilyDay
Use code WildRoses26 to save.
@thisoldhorse
🌎🏃🏾♀️ To use the trails is to love the trails 🌳🚴♂️
🌱 Gateway-Brown’s Creek Trail Association + Tree Seedling Planting
🌱 April 28th, 5:00 PM
🌱Gateway Trail, south of Hadley Ave
https://gatewaybrownscreektrail.org/event-6648047
The Breeze, year 2:
+107 finishers
55% women
New course record
4 age-grade MN records
2X the port-o-potties
90 post-race pints poured @riversirenbrewing
1 tractor (shoutout to Gasthaus Jimmy)
2 pairs of Normatec compression boots @resilientptandperformance
30 runners and their families brunching @ziggysonmain
$1600 donated to Stillwater HS Distance
Thanks for racing, supporting local businesses, and the running community!
📷 @ben_sathre
Brands We Carry
We carry the best brands in-store.
Altra
Asics
Brooks
On
Hoka
Saucony
New Balance
Salomon
Goodr
Shokz
Balega
