ML and partners offer a gear list curated for spring-summer stoke, including the latest sunnies, trail shoes, sun shirts, e-bikes, headlamps, racerback tanks, Rollerblades and sun hats. In alpha order.
Adidas Sport Aviators
Featuring ACTV Future Ultra Lite technology and high-contrast KOLOR UP lenses, these Sport Aviators provide superior fit and function while looking as badass as humanly possible. The flexible frame and angled temples adapt to your head shape and size, ensuring a comfy/secure fit during activity. And in the heat of the summer, the dynamic ventilation technology prevents the lenses from fogging. www.adidas.ca
Functionality + Style
Functionality + StyleAKU Bellamont III Shoe
Italian outdoor shoemaker AKU’s new Bellamont III Suede GTX (available for men and women) is the most comfortable and weatherproof multi-use shoe with the lowest enviro impact. It is produced in AKU-owned European factories with 100% traceable materials and colours obtained from natural pigments. The lining is GORE-TEX laminated with recycled yarns; the Vibram N-Oil outsole compound contains over 90% petroleum-free ingredients; the new R-EVA midsole is produced in Italy and contains recycled material. www.akuoutdoor.ca
Sustainable Footwear
Sustainable FootwearBenno 46er E-bike
The new Benno 46er is reshaping the future of the e-bike, with 26” wheels in the front for extra comfort and control, and 24” in the back for strength and a lower centre of gravity. Powered by your choice of either the Bosch CX (max 32 km/h) or Speed (max 45 km/h) motor, and a 500Wh in-tube battery. www.bennobikes.com
All-in-One E-bike
All-in-One E-bikeColumbia Women’s Silver Ridge Utility Patterned Long Sleeve Shirt
Designed for outdoor, travel, and life, this vented shirt wicks away sweat and provides UPF 50 sun protection. Columbia’s sun-protective technology, Omni-Shade™ Broad Spectrum, offers full protection from moderate to extreme sunlight. Plus, it’s made with 100% recycled content. Available at Columbia Sportswear at Blue Mountain or www.columbiasportswear.ca
Sun Protection
Sun ProtectionLynx OGT Otus Headlamp
We’ve long said that BC-based Lynx OGT makes the best headlamps on the market and they’ve stepped things up again with the Otus, specifically made for outdoor adventures. With 1500 lumens on high mode, which gives you 3.5 hours of battery—lower modes = more battery life: up to 60 hours on low mode—the Otus gives all the light you need for any outdoor activity, including night biking. So much so that Lynx OGT makes handlebar mounts and helmet mounts to light up the night on any big ride. (And let the record show, night trail rides can happen with one light, but the best and safest way to do it is to have one on the helmet and one on the bars. Trust us.) –Feet Banks www.lynxogt.com
Materials
MaterialsML Live It Up Tank
This women’s racerback tank is soft, lightweight and form-fitting with a flattering cut and raw-edge seams for an edgy touch. The material blend—50% polyester, 25% combed ring-spun cotton, 25% rayon—is ideal for active comfort. Fabric is pre-laundered to reduce shrinkage. www.mountainlifemedia.ca/store
Rollerblade Macroblade 84 BOA
The Macroblade 84 BOA combines Rollerblade craftsmanship, comfort and performance for an enhanced entry-level skate with top-tier support and performance. The higher cuff allows extra stability for balance control; the liner is pure comfort with padding in the tongue and ankle areas to provide sock-like comfort and lateral support. www.rollerblade.com
BOA Fit System
BOA Fit SystemSunday Afternoons Free Spirit Hat
With the UPF 50+ sun protection you demand, the Kids’ Free Spirit Hat is a must-bring on any youthful adventure. This elegant but practical sun hat features a multicolor beaded hatband, a SmartStrap adjustable breakaway chinstrap, and internal adjustable sizing to ensure a comfortable fit as youngsters grow and grow. www.sundayafternoons.ca
Full-coverage Sun Hat
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