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ABOUT US​

The Running Edge is a locally owned business in Hobart, Tasmania and was established in 2009 by Allan Thomas and Kim Gillard. Together, Allan and Kim saw a gaping hole in the market, realising that the needs of runners were not being properly met.  So collectively, they combined this wealth of experience and expertise, through Allan’s ongoing client base and Kim’s links to the athletic community to create The Running Edge.

Today, The Running Edge is Hobart's market leader in specialist footwear with an ongoing focus on credible, proven footwear brands sold on function and fit.

Our mission is to provide superior products and expert advice to the serious athlete, recreational runner or social walker. Our Hobart location is a specialist running and walking store providing running shoes, walking shoes, technical clothing, accessories & nutrition to men, women and children of all ages.
Expert knowledge and professional customer service is supported by the best running and footwear technical knowledge available, including a in-depth gait analysis for all customers who wish to be fitted at no extra cost. We believe that finding the right shoe is not only down to the correct gait analysis but also in the training and the experience of the person fitting you.  

All of our staff are not only fitness fanatics but are extensively trained in upcoming products whilst working in conjunction with local podiatrists & brand representatives.  There is no need to book an appointment as we are open 6 days a week for your convenience.

And once you are ready to run or walk, The Running Edge supports numerous sporting events across the state throughout the year - open to anyone wanting to get out there and enjoy the running atmosphere.  Each event offers competitors of all abilities a chance to have a go, from the beginner walker to the advanced runner!

Located in Hobart at 73 Murray Street - just down from the State library - The Running Edge is easily accessible to regular city workers, visitors and the running community.

OUR BRANDS

We stock a vast array of different brands in order to give you a broad selection to fit your fitness needs:​
​​Adidas
Aftershokz
Amino
​Asics
Balega
Bodyglide
Brooks
Camelbak
Cep
Ciele
Clif
​Craft
Dr.cool
Engo

​Feetures
​Fitflop
​Flow

Fractel
​Frank Green
Garmin
Gu Sports
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Goodr
Hammer Nutrition

​Hoka One One
Injinji

Keen
​Koda
Knog
Led Lensor

Lightfeet
Magene
Maurten

Merrell
Mizuno
New Balance
​Nike
Oakley
ON
OOFOS
Orca (wetsuits included)​
Prepd
Puma


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Regent
​Rocktape

Runx
​Salomon

Saucony
Shock Doctor
Shokz
Skins
Spibelt
Sofsole
Steigen
Superfeet
Trigger Point
Veloforte
Wahoo Fitness
X Blades
​Xpand
Zoggs
2XU

MEET  THE TEAM

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Jay Armstrong

How long have you worked at TRE?
I started in 2012, store owner alongside Kim since 2020!
​How do you stay active?
Run & ride with a bit of gym on the side - also trying to keep up with 3 active kids.
Biggest achievement so far...
3 awesome kids & a loving wife who puts up with me!
What's your signature dish?
Anything on the BBQ.
Any future goals?
To continue to improve.... in everything! Just be better.
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Kim Gillard

.How long have you worked at TRE?
Alongside Allan Thomas, I started up the business back in 2009 & haven't looked back since!
How do you stay active?
Road cycling, running on the trails and  playing golf.
Biggest achievement so far...
My 2 children! And being a six time Australian
representative at a World Championship level.

What's your signature dish?
Chicken & pumpkin risotto.
Any future goals?
To start running/racing again!

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Geoff Bellgrove 
How long have you worked at TRE?
I started in the shop back in 2010 after grade 10 work experience.
How do you stay active?
Getting a little competitive with Jay in the gym, at the golf course and on the basketball court.
Biggest achievement so far...
Getting married to my wife.
What's your signature dish?
Breakfast for dinner.
Any future goals?
Continue bench pressing more than Jay.


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Daniel Coleman

How long have you worked at TRE?
On and off since 2011.
How do you stay active?
Chasing after two little kids!
Biggest achievement so far...
Representing Australia in race walking.
What's your signature dish?

Pumpkin soup.
Any future goals?
I'd like to run a marathon.

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Grace McConnon

How long have you worked at TRE?
Since August 2024.
How do you stay active?
I run, go to Pilates and walk my dog, Theo.
Biggest achievement so far...

Completing my Bachelor of Nursing
What's your signature dish?

Any sort of pasta.
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Any future goals?
Run a marathon.
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Ben Covington

​​How long have you worked at TRE?
I started working in early 2015 & have worked casually whilst studying at uni.
How do you stay active?
A lot of running! I train most days!
Biggest achievement so far...
Representing & running well as a junior at Nationals.
What's your signature dish?
Roast potatoes and pan fried salmon.
Any future goals?
To get my dietetics degree.

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Sofie Millington

How long have you worked at TRE?
Since May 2022.
How do you stay active?
Running and playing hockey.
Biggest achievement so far...
Being employed at The Running Edge.
What's your signature dish?
Bacon and eggs.
Any future goals?
​To travel the world.
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Bec Kovacic

How long have you worked at TRE?
Since March 2021.
How do you stay active?
Sprinting and the gym (no Jay, I can't run around more than one corner).
Biggest achievement so far...
Running sub 12 for 100m and winning the Burnie gift.
What's your signature dish?
Spag bol.
Any future goals?
With some hard work; finish my psychological science degree (honours), and follow on to masters afterwards. And try to run faster!
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Oliver McGuire

How long have you worked at TRE?
Since May 2023.
How do you stay active?
Playing hockey and MTB.
Biggest achievement so far...
Making a grandfinal.
What's your signature dish?

Steak and roast veggies.
Any future goals?
Winning a grandfinal. 
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Billie Watkins

How long have you worked at TRE?
Since January 2023.
How do you stay active?
Trail running and I go to the gym.
Biggest achievement so far...
Representing Tasmania in badminton
What's your signature dish?
Spaghetti bolognese.
Any future goals?
Run an ultra marathon.
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Emma O'Grady

How long have you worked at TRE?
Since May 2024.
How do you stay active?
A lot of Hockey and an occasional run.
Biggest achievement so far...
Our hockey team winning bronze at nationals.
What's your signature dish?
Minestrone soup.
Any future goals?

Complete a degree in speech pathology.
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Jason Layh

How long have you worked at TRE?
The beginning of September, 2023.
How do you stay active?
Bike, swim, run, ski.
Biggest achievement so far...
Circumnavigating the Norwegian Arctic on a stand-up paddle-board.
What's your signature dish?
Ton Katsu ramen.
Any future goals?
Ski mountaineering in the Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan.
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Angus Wakefield
How long have you worked at TRE?
Started working in December 2023.
How do you stay active?
I stay active by going to the gym and running. Trail running is my absolute favourite.
Biggest achievement so far...
My biggest achievement is running 67km on Kunanyi. I didn't know my body could do that!
What's your signature dish?
My signature dish is a white chocolate cheesecake.
Any future goals?
A future goal is to run 100km.
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Ruby Greig-Hurtig

How long have you worked at TRE?
Since April 2018.
How do you stay active?
Adventuring on Mt. Wellington which includes running, cycling and yoga.
Biggest achievement so far...
I have a few Australian champion cycling podiums, but I'd have to say moving to Hobart and creating a beautiful life for myself. 
What's your signature dish?
Anything includes all the leafy greens and yummy vegetables. 
Any future goals?
To run 100km!
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​Brigitte Fountain

How long have you worked at TRE?
I have been at Running Edge since February 2023.
How do you stay active?
I play netball about 3 times a week, with the occasional run on the weekend.
Biggest achievement so far...
My biggest achievement would be winning the 2022 season division 1 grand final and coming away with MVP.
What's your signature dish?
Signature dish would have to be rice paper rolls with whatever I can find.
Any future goals?
My main goal at the moment is to finish my degree.
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​ Olivia Yeates

How long have you worked at TRE?
I have worked at The Running Edge since May 2024.
How do you stay active?
I love to do rowing and I am in the Tasmanian Institute of Sport as a supported athlete.
Biggest achievement so far...
​Coming second at the Australian National Championships in the U21 double scull and winning the U21 single scull Tasmanian State Championships.
What's your signature dish?
Spaghetti Bolognese.
Any future goals?

Making the Australian Rowing Team.

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Scott Bowden

​How long have you worked at TRE?
For a year between 2015 & 2016
and returning again in 2022 after l
iving in France for a bit over a year. 
How do you stay active?
Mostly cycling, however I also enjoy
swimming, running and going to the gym.
Biggest achievement so far...
Representing Australia at the
​2016 Rio Olympics.
What's your signature dish?
Salmon, or steak with roast veggies.
Any future goals?

Finish uni and run sub 16 minutes for 5km. 

73 Murray Street
Hobart, TAS 7000

​Phone: 03 6234 2844
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