Gear Shed: For Your Multisport Summer

ML staff and partners unpack a big gear shed stuffed full of multisport goodies.

Blu Wave Armada Line

The Blu Wave Armada line boasts proprietary Thermo-tech construction, with a tough outer ABS skin over fibreglass, and a foam core. The Armada 11.6 provides the performance and glide of a touring board in the same super durable layup as the other tried-and-true Armada models. The rail tape adds additional durability with a strip of PVC rubber to absorb paddle dings and impacts so you will worry less about your board and focus on your mission. Also available in a Wood Look (pictured). www.bluwave.ca

Columbia Break It Down Hoodie

Part of Columbia’s recent push towards sustainable apparel, the Break It Down Hoodie is crafted of 100% organic cotton that is completely compostable. So how does one compost it, you ask? Columbia recommends that since commercial composting may not be available in your area for cotton garments (but by all means check regulations), try composting at home. It may be quite a while before you’re ready to compost—this comfy, soft-against-skin hoodie is durably made and ready for years of wear. Available for women or men. Also available as a T-shirt. Columbia Sportswear at Blue Mountain Village or www.columbiasportswear.ca

Costa Aleta

Inspired by aquatic nature’s form and function, the women’s Aleta sunglasses take their name from the Spanish word for “fin.” Offering water-ready performance in a stylish yet functional design, the Aleta uses lightweight Bio-Resin and double-injected Hydrolite for a better grip. We especially like the vented nose pads to keep fog at bay. The Bio-Resin frames are part of Costa’s Kick Plastic initiative. The frames are as durable and lightweight as conventional plastic, and hold their shape under the harshest conditions. www.costadelmar.com

GasGas G-Light Trail E-Bikes

The new G-Light Trail E-bikes from GASGAS offer a lighter, playful, super-agile ride. With a slightly smaller motor and battery tucked into a super-lightweight carbon frame, every crucial ounce is saved to keep this ride feeling as close to an analog MTB as possible. www.gasgas.com

MiiR New Standard Carafe

This is the ultimate pour-over. Crafted with MiiR’s Thermo 3D Double-wall vacuum insulated stainless steel, the New Standard Carafe keeps good coffee hot longer. The ultra-durable construction will go everywhere you need coffee. (No need to transfer your coffee to a thermos; the Carafe is compatible with the Leakproof 360 Lid to keep everything sealed and hot on the go.) And in summer you can ice down your brew and it will keep that cold longer, too. The Carafe is compatible with standard cone filters. www.miir.com

ML 20th Anniversary Tees

This T-shirt is everything you’ve dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. Its sizing is comfortable and flattering for all. And it celebrates 20 years of ML stoke. It’s made with 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (heather colors contain polyester). Other details: Pre-shrunk fabric, side-seamed construction and shoulder-to-shoulder taping. Pictured: In-Flight 20 Years of ML Tee.  www.shop.mountainlifemedia.ca

Swiftwick MAXUS REPREVE Zero Tab

Say goodbye to blisters with the new MAXUS Zero Tab, designed for comfort with a micro tab that prevents contact with the back of your shoe. This tough-built sock delivers compression performance benefits you can feel in a relaxed but protective fit. The sock also features a thin, lightweight upper to increase breathability. Ideal for workouts, running or golf. Material blend: 52% Recycled Polyester / 44% Nylon / 4% Spandex. www.swiftwickcanada.com

The North Face Base Camp Mule

More than just the ultimate unisex lounge shoe for base camp and beyond, this is TNF’s first shoe to incorporate principles of circular design. Made with fewer parts and materials, it’s designed so consumers can return the shoe to The North Face when they’re done with it. It will be disassembled and the components will be recycled. And to reduce cardboard, orders will be shipped in the original shoebox without an additional outer cardboard box.  www.thenorthface.com

Yeti Loadout Gobox

The YETI Loadout Gobox 30 gear case has two new siblings, the 15 and 60, each featuring its own configuration of interior storage. Whether it’s camera equipment, camp pantry supplies or fishing tackle, if you’re travelling with something that shouldn’t get wet, dusty or lost, pop it in a GoBox. www.yeti.ca

You might also like:

Check the ML Podcast!