Our story

I'm Olly, the founder of STRYDE SMOOTH. I am seventeen years old, and I started this brand because of a feeling I couldn't stop chasing: that moment after a hard run when you're standing with other runners, out of breath, grinning for no real reason.

Running has given me confidence, friendships, and a sense of purpose most people my age are still searching for, and I decided I didn't want to keep that to myself. I want to build a community where people run with each other, not just next to each other, and where that post-run smile is something everyone gets to feel, not just the runners who already belong.

More than a clothing brand

I'm designing gear meant to actually protect runners from the injuries that too often end their progress, starting with anti-blister socks and building out into shorts and vests tested over real runs in real British weather.

And I'm working to make running itself more accessible: less intimidating, less expensive, less like a club you need an invitation to join. That's why we host free community runs. See our next event.

Join us on Strava

This is our Strava group, where we also run virtual events and virtual challenges with free giveaways. Join the STRYDE SMOOTH Strava group.

Own your pace.

— Olly

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