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Gear Shed: More Picks for Summer

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SPY+ HELM TECH SUNGLASSES

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The war between style and technology is over. Built on the foundation of one of SPY’s most iconic designs, the adventure-ready HELM TECH provides ultimate functionality and generation-defining style that only SPY+ can deliver. Featuring easily removable side shields that stay secured to the frame even when folded, you can now block out the sun and the haters all at once. mccooswhistler.ca

Performance in the Heat

Performance in the Heat
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Hidden sweat channels in both the nose pads and inner temples keep you cool when the heat is on. Comfortable rubber nose pads provide a secure fit no matter how hard you work.
Hidden sweat channels in both the nose pads and inner temples keep you cool when the heat is on. Comfortable rubber nose pads provide a secure fit no matter how hard you work.
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Happiness

Happiness
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SPY+’s revolutionary therapeutic Happy™ lens tech is scientifically tuned to boost mood and alertness while enhancing color and contrast, providing a truly life-changing visual experience.
SPY+’s revolutionary therapeutic Happy™ lens tech is scientifically tuned to boost mood and alertness while enhancing color and contrast, providing a truly life-changing visual experience.
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Eye-Friendliness

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ARC® (Accurate Radius Curvature) polycarbonate lenses are tapered to follow the natural curvature of the eye, providing crystal-clear distortion-free vision while reducing eyestrain.
ARC® (Accurate Radius Curvature) polycarbonate lenses are tapered to follow the natural curvature of the eye, providing crystal-clear distortion-free vision while reducing eyestrain.
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YETI CROSSROADS 60L DUFFEL

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YETI first transitioned from their famous coolers into rugged bags a few years ago, and this summer they’re dropping another doozy. The YETI CROSSROADS 60L DUFFEL is YETI’s answer to a do-anything, go-anywhere bag that keeps your stuff organized and accessible. Featuring TuffSkin™ Nylon and a rugged, water-resistant fabric that’s as bomber as it gets, these bags are meant for serious adventuring in any part of the world. yeti.com

Organization

Organization
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Organize and re-organize all of your gear as you go with two Divider Panels that separate the bag into three sections. Prefer a wide opening with ample room? Simply fold the dividers away when not in use.
Organize and re-organize all of your gear as you go with two Divider Panels that separate the bag into three sections. Prefer a wide opening with ample room? Simply fold the dividers away when not in use.
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Structure

Structure
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Unlike your old duffel, this one has Structured Foam Walls to keep it from folding in on itself. Throw it in the trunk or check it, either way it’s up for every mission.
Unlike your old duffel, this one has Structured Foam Walls to keep it from folding in on itself. Throw it in the trunk or check it, either way it’s up for every mission.
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Capacity

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With a 60L capacity (and 68 x 30 x 28 cm dimensions) you won’t have to cram your clothes/gear. This duffel will swallow everything you need for your road trip or extra-long weekend.
With a 60L capacity (and 68 x 30 x 28 cm dimensions) you won’t have to cram your clothes/gear. This duffel will swallow everything you need for your road trip or extra-long weekend.
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RAB DOWNPOUR ECO JACKET

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Sustainable eco-responsible performance! Whether you are a weekend walker or a seasoned hiker, the RAB DOWNPOUR ECO JACKET is a solid raincoat choice. Made from recycled fabrics and without perfluorinated compounds, this is RAB’s very first mono polymer waterproof coat; and it can be fully recycled at the end of its life. A must-have for hikers who demand high-performance and eco-responsible products. rab.equipment/ca

Earth-Friendliness

Earth-Friendliness
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Built from recycled 2.5-layer Pertex® Revolve fabric with a fluorocarbon-free DWR treatment, this is Rab’s first ever mono-polymer waterproof jacket. This means it has a polyester outer and membrane, so in addition to being 100% recycled, it also has the future potential to be fully recycled at the end of its life.
Built from recycled 2.5-layer Pertex® Revolve fabric with a fluorocarbon-free DWR treatment, this is Rab’s first ever mono-polymer waterproof jacket. This means it has a polyester outer and membrane, so in addition to being 100% recycled, it also has the future potential to be fully recycled at the end of its life.
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Adjustibility

Adjustibility
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Adjustable hem and cuffs and a pair of deep-venting pit zips enable you to tweak the fit and ventilation as conditions demand. The hood with polymer peak is two-way adjustable for reliable visibility and the zipped handwarmer pockets are large enough for a map.
Adjustable hem and cuffs and a pair of deep-venting pit zips enable you to tweak the fit and ventilation as conditions demand. The hood with polymer peak is two-way adjustable for reliable visibility and the zipped handwarmer pockets are large enough for a map.
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Packability

Packability
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It weighs just 280g and packs down into its own pocket. You can bring it anywhere.
It weighs just 280g and packs down into its own pocket. You can bring it anywhere.
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RED VOYAGER MSL PADDLEBOARD 12’6″

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The RED VOYAGER MSL PADDLEBOARD 12’6″ is a board that gives extra stability and rigidity. This beauty is ideal for longer outings or taller, larger paddlers. The extra size also offers the opportunity to toss a dog or small child on the nose or load up the extra cargo areas for camping gear. RED’s patented RSS system makes the board stiffer at lower pressures, which you’ll appreciate when it’s loaded up. escaperoute.ca

Speed & Efficiency

Speed & Efficiency
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By cleverly tapering the cut of the drop stitch, the new displacement V-shaped hull on the nose of the Voyager, breaks the surface tension of the water and keeps you gliding through your paddle stroke.
By cleverly tapering the cut of the drop stitch, the new displacement V-shaped hull on the nose of the Voyager, breaks the surface tension of the water and keeps you gliding through your paddle stroke.
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Tracking & Versatility

Tracking & Versatility
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New for 2021: The Twin Fin. Red has introduced a twin fin set up on their Voyager board range, improving tracking and glide. By having two shorter fins rather than one longer fin, you’ll be able to get into much shallower waters, opening up a wider variety of paddling. Another benefit is that you can load your board with all of your gear and it will remain super stable.
New for 2021: The Twin Fin. Red has introduced a twin fin set up on their Voyager board range, improving tracking and glide. By having two shorter fins rather than one longer fin, you’ll be able to get into much shallower waters, opening up a wider variety of paddling. Another benefit is that you can load your board with all of your gear and it will remain super stable.
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Cargo-Carrying and Handles

Cargo-Carrying and Handles
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The self-closing, flat bungee straps are now larger, creating more tension to keep all your gear topside. All boards come with three bungee straps on the nose, setting you up perfectly for adventures to come. Meanwhile, ergonomic tubular handles on all boards give you a cushioned, comfy grip when handling your board.
The self-closing, flat bungee straps are now larger, creating more tension to keep all your gear topside. All boards come with three bungee straps on the nose, setting you up perfectly for adventures to come. Meanwhile, ergonomic tubular handles on all boards give you a cushioned, comfy grip when handling your board.
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