The ML Gift Shed

ML staff and partners have curated this last-minute GIFT SHED for the peeps in your life who love the outdoors as much as you, and fall into the following categories: Skiers/Snowboarders, Hikers/Runners, Campers, Paddlers and Multisport Adventurers!

Merrell Hut Mocs

$80

And in the no-brainer category, allow us to introduce you to Merrell’s Hut Mocs—a must-have for those nights inside backcountry ski cabins when the floor is soaked from melted snow and you need to keep your feet warm and dry until morning. They squish together and don’t take up much room in your pack (smaller than a Nalgene), have a handy elastic ‘entrance’ with easy pull tabs to get your feet in, and can be worn as slides if you’re too lazy to flip the back part over your heels. And they look pretty dope too! www.merrell.com

Smith Women’s Moment Goggle

$180

The Smith Moment goggle offers the wide field of view of a spherical lens with the contrast-boosting advantage of a ChromaPop lens. Designed for smaller faces, the sleek frame creates a seamless fit and maximizes peripheral vision. AirEvac helmet integration helps keep lenses fog-free. The QuickFit strap adjustment system lets you find the right fit fast; the ultra-wide, silicone-backed strap stays put. Meanwhile, the Carbonic-x lens offers distortion-free optics and impact resistance while the Fog-X  inner lens keeps your vision clear. And the optional light-sensitive Photochromic lenses adapt to changing light conditions. www.smithoptics.com

Blizzard Zero G 

Prices vary. MSRP from $899

For backcountry skiers, the descent is the reward at the end of a long journey. And if much of your day is spent getting to the top, Blizzard wants to make sure the journey is worth it, because first and foremost, they are skiers. That’s why they designed the Zero G with Carbon Drive 2.0 technology to deliver a lighter skin uphill and as much, if not more, performance on the downhill. Athlete feedback also helped them design the sidecut and running surface for improved performance at specific waist widths. Delivering uphill efficiency and downhill performance, the Zero G line is Austrian engineering at its finest. www.blizzard-tecnica.com/ca

Rab Women’s Infinity Alpine Jacket

$550

The Rab Women’s Infinity Alpine Jacket offers uncompromised protection with excellent warmth in a lightweight package. Combining advanced ‘interstitch’ seam construction with GORE-TEX INFINIUM fabrics to protect from the elements during exposed lines, this technical jacket is loaded with features including a fully adjustable, helmet-compatible down-filled hood with stiffened peak for increased protection, warmth, and on-hill comfort. www.rab.equipment/ca

Arc’teryx Norvan LT Hoody

$500

Running has a particular cadence. So does every season. Wind, rain, sleet, and snow—running all year requires protection that meets exceptional and ever-changing demands. Weighing mere ounces, the Norvan LT delivers windproof, waterproof protection in a lightweight, efficient run-specific shell. Made from GORE-TEX fabric with GORE C-KNIT™ backer technology, it is quiet and highly breathable. The trim fit minimizes bulk, articulation adds freedom of movement, and the fitted hood provides additional coverage. Offered in both men’s and women’s styles. www.arcteryx.com

Baffin TESSA Women’s Boot

$190

For moderate to high-activity pursuits, the new TESSA is not only specifically designed for a women’s fit but boasts a combo of Baffin tech comparable to some of their toughest utility styles. The base consists of a proprietary Arctic Rubber shell for lightweight flexibility, cold-resistance and a whole lotta resilience. The EVA midsole adds lightweight insulation and cushioning while the Polar Rubber outsole gives you maximized grip and longevity. The insulation is a removable comfort-fit multi-layer inner boot system featuring 4-channel hollow-fibre insulation, Vapourized Aluminum Membrane for energy reflection, and more. www.baffin.com

Helly Hansen M/W Verglas Tur Pant

$250

These tough-as-nails, go-anywhere, do-anything pants can survive whatever you can throw at them in any season in any country. Designed with durable 4-way stretch and gusset at the crotch for freedom of movement, other handy features include a flexible boot lock on the hem that keeps debris out. Versatility is king with the Verglas Tur. We’ve used them for everything from climbing alpine granite and West Coast beach camping to snowshoeing and snowball fights with the kids. I guarantee I’ll be wearing these for spring skiing and riding my motorbike too. www.hellyhansen.com/en_ca

KEEN Men’s Revel IV Chelsea 

$220

We know laces slow you down. So step into the go-anywhere, do-anything, heat-trapping, water-stopping, slip-resistant, best-darned winter boot made … that now slips on. With 200 grams of KEEN.WARM Recycled P.E.T. insulation rated to -25°F, plus three layers of heat-trapping materials underfoot, warmth stays inside the boot. Plus the KEEN.DRY waterproof breathable membrane is like a bootie that seals out moisture. And you’ll stay put with the KEEN.Polar Traction outsole with microscopic shards in the rubber to dig into icy surfaces. www.keenfootwear.com

Burton Custom Smalls Camber Snowboard 

$349.99

The kids’ Burton Custom Smalls Snowboard has been a highly maneuverable, skill-accelerating ride since its inception, and recent updates make it an even harder-charging option for young rippers. PurePop Camber serves up a balanced blend of flex and pop, perfect for taking a freestyle ‘tude to the entire mountain. The Channel mounting system means the easiest, most adjustable setup possible with compatibility that works with any binding from most major brands. The Custom Smalls is designed for kids who tackle it all from park to pow. www.burton.com

Patagonia Women’s UltraAlpine Down Hooded Vest

$199

This 800-fill-power vest uses an ultralight 7-denier recycled nylon fabric—Patagonia’s lightest-ever shell fabric—and is designed as packable core warmth for missions when you need a featherlight, insulating midlayer. The new Alpine Downlab series—an experiment in exploring the possibilities of nature’s lightest, most packable insulation—also includes a Jacket, Pullover and Crew (for both women and men). All pieces are Fair Trade Certified sewn and made with NetPlus, a 100% postconsumer recycled nylon fabric made from discarded fishing nets to help reduce ocean plastic pollution. And all the goose down is certified by NSF International. www.patagonia.ca

ML Posters

$34.65 – $36.90

These museum-quality posters—including Stu MacKay-Smith’s depiction of Skadi, Norse goddess of skiing, bowhunting, winter and mountains—are made on thick and ultra-durable matte paper. Add a wonderful and unique Mountain-Lifer accent to your room and office with these posters that are sure to brighten any environment. $5 of every poster sold will be donated to our local chapter of Protect Our Winters.

Benchmade 535BK-4 Bugout Knife

$275

Arguably the most important tool in any survival situation, a good pocket knife can get you out of some dicey situations. It’s like an American Express—don’t leave home without it. This beauty from Benchmade can be easily stashed in your pants or pack waist belt for immediate access. And the clip is bomber enough so you don’t have to worry about it ever letting go. Need to trim a skin or cut some duct tape? Done. Need to cut veggies, slice cheese or make kindling? Done, done and done. It’s sharp af, the handle has a really nice feel and the company backs it all up with a limited lifetime warranty. www.benchmade.com

Helinox Chair Zero

$119.95

Every time I sit in this chair I think “How in the hell did I go without a camp chair for so long?” I was so used to leaning against a tree stump or just parking my butt on the ground…but along came the Chair Zero’s foldable, packable convenience and camp life has never been the same— for the better. Now the Chair Zero is a mandatory piece of equipment. It’s lightweight and strong enough to last, and gives you that added bit of leg-extending comfort by the fire after a long day of recreating. Game changer status, check. www.helinox.com

Solo Stove Yukon

$449.99

Here’s to epic nights full of smiles, laughs, “oohs” and “aahs.” Yukon is the ultimate backyard fire pit to fire up your celebrations with the biggest, baddest flame out there. Check out Solo Stove’s signature 360° Airflow Design in an extra-large size, creating a mesmerizing secondary burn. That means there’s way less smoke compared to other fire pits. And nearly everything burns to a fine ash, making Yukon super easy to clean. It works great in a backyard, cottage property or anywhere your group plans to gather. Be sure to only burn the Yukon in a well-vented area with no overhang. www.solostove.com

Red Pro Change Robe EVO

$183 – $215

A master in its class in both form and function, this is the change robe we’ve been waiting for. Thoughtfully designed and breathable/waterproof, this is the best robe on the market for quality, features and usability. The durable outer shell protects from wind and rain, while the super-soft fleece inside works to draw water away from the skin. The Pro Change Robe EVO fully protects against even the harshest of conditions, so whatever you are getting up to outdoors, you’ll be kept warm, dry, and protected from the elements. www.red-equipment.ca

Mustang Survival Torrens Hooded Thermal Jacket

$329.99

Step up your mid-layer game by adding an extra hood to your already well-layered marine lifestyle. Putting the last touch on an otherwise already stellar mid-layer, the Torrens helps you transition seasons—and rapidly changing weather—with the flip of a hood. It’s intentionally built with synthetic elements that make keeping warm and dry in a marine environment a reality, like body-mapped Polartec Alpha insulation offering warmth, even when wet. Lightweight gridded fleece underarms enhance mobility and support thermoregulation. And strategically placed gaiters keep wind from blowing through the hood or up the hemline. Available in both men’s and women’s styles. www.mustangsurvival.ca