For Earth Month, ML staff and partners offer a Gear Shed stuffed with the finest sustainable bike swag and apparel.
Zeal Harbinger
These hybrid cycling-and-touring sunnies are built to conquer every last kilometre on rock, dirt or snow. From sunrise sprints to single-track flow trails, Zeal’s Harbinger delivers clarity, comfort and confidence. Featuring Zeal’s Optimum goggle lenses, Harbinger amplifies colours and contrast, keeping your focus consistently razor-sharp. The lightweight, bio-based Z-Resin frame hugs your face for a comfortable but secure fit, while sweat-proof, no-slip ProFlex nose pads and temples ensure they stay put through every grind. Whether you’re chasing ridgelines or pumping through switchbacks, the panoramic lens and ventilated design deliver unobstructed views and all-day airflow. Zeal prioritizes sustainable materials in both their lenses and frames.
Lazer Verde KinetiCore Helmet
Lazer is one of the few helmet makers offering sustainable choices. The Verde KinetiCore is manufactured from over 70% recycled materials—including discarded compact discs—and it won last year’s Eurobike Green Award. Unlike most helmets, it is easily disassembled for recycling at the end of its useful life. And the features are stellar: Lazer’s TurnSys system provides a one-hand-adjustable fit; KinetiCore technology protects you in case of a crash; the helmet received the Dutch NTA 8776 protection certification that tests for higher speeds and harder impacts (for riding an e-bike); and it’s compatible with a Winter Kit. And at just 350 grams, it’s among the lightest commuter helmets available.
Hestra Apex Glove
The Apex Long is an ultralight, flexible minimalist cycling glove for summer wear on both pavement and trails. It features touch functionality, so you can use a smartwatch or check your bike computer, and boasts a nose wipe (a highly underrated feature, and one you’ll actually use). The back is supple Lycra, while the palm is synthetic suede with silicone print on the index and middle finger. Thin padding on the palm ensures a comfy grip on the handlebars. A flexible cuff in stretch polyamide gently encases the wrist. Also available in a half-finger version. Check out Hestra’s sustainability efforts here.
Kermode Bear Spray Holder
Built to address the unique challenges cyclists face in bear country, the Canadian-made Kermode Bear Spray Holder’s most notable attribute is its robust and secure design. Fabricated in BC from locally sourced carbon-filled nylon, the holder is exceptionally durable and reliable, perfect for the rugged conditions of wilderness trails. It is equipped with anti-scratch pads that provide secure attachment points while protecting your bike frame from damage. Whether navigating through dense forests or descending steep trails, cyclists can trust that their bear spray will remain firmly in place.
Vaude Bike Bags
Choosing the right bike bag depends on whether you’ll be riding in the city, on trails or over long distances. From the deluxe Aqua Back Plus 51 rear panniers to the Trailfront II handlebar bag, the German company Vaude offers a wide range of carry solutions perfectly matched to your discipline. Just as crucially, Vaude is a climate-neutral company offering sustainably made gear.
Pearl Izumi Summit Wind Jacket
Your insurance against unpredictable weather, the Summit Wind Jacket (for men or women) packs down to the size of an orange—so you’ll always bring it along, even if you’re riding ultralight. Its featherweight but resilient, wind-blocking fabric (100% recycled polyester) has a PFC-free DWR coating. The zippered chest pocket doubles as a stash pocket, and the hood provides warmth and protection off the bike. A handy two-way zipper allows temperature regulation without stopping. Plus: the jacket boasts BioViz reflective elements that reach 100 metres for night visibility. It also stows in its own pocket with a bungy clip to store on top tube of bike.
CamelBak Podium Steel Bike Bottle
We should be trying to kick plastic when we can, and choosing a better bottle is easy with CamelBak’s Podium Steel. Combining rugged reliability with BPA-free double-wall insulation, high-flow/leak-proof/lockable cap and a sleek design, the hydration you need will never out of reach. And the optimized design fits most bike cages. Available in two sizes and various colours. The Podium is also available in ultralight titanium. For CamelBak retail options in Canada, click here.
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