ML staff and partners unveil new haulers and jackets for the back-to-school crowd.
MEC Eyas Daypack
Sized just right for kids, the Eyas makes it easy for your young adventurer—your “eyas” (i.e., juvenile hawk)—to carry everything they need for the day. With enough space and internal organizers for notebooks, a lunch kit and a few snacks, it balances capacity with a comfy and durable design. Made from recycled ripstop polyester and finished with a PFAS-free water-repellent coating, it stands up to daily wear while keeping belongings protected. Contoured shoulder straps and a moulded foam back panel lined with breathable air mesh help the load feel lighter. Just to be on the safe side, reflective daisy chain webbing improves visibility. With an internal name label and bluesign-approved materials, this bag is both practical and sustainable.
MEC Heritage Newt Suit
The perennial favourite Heritage Newt Suit, updated for 2025, brings back the durable nylon fabric parents loved in earlier versions, complete with waterproof PU and PFAS-free DWR finish. Rain, puddles and mud shed easily, while taped seams prevent leaks so kids stay dry and happy no matter how soggy the day. Full-coverage design means there are no gaps to come untucked during climbing or crawling. A hood with a brim and elasticized sides keeps raindrops off small faces, while snug (but not pinchy) cuffs at the wrists and ankles seal out water. Reflective trim boosts visibility.
MEC Outpost 60L Gear Tote
The new Outpost 60L tote is built to keep your load organized, weatherproof and easy to carry so you can focus on the mission ahead. Made from recycled 420-denier nylon with a tough 1680-denier PU-coated bottom, this tote resists abrasion and wet ground, ready for everything from campsites to arenas. Carry options are versatile—use the sturdy shoulder straps and grab handles like a duffel, or sling it on your back when you need to go hands-free. A padded compression strap keeps everything secure and prevents overspill, while an exterior pocket, divider and key clip ensure small essentials stay within reach. Accessing your gear is simple thanks to the oversized YKK zipper with rugged pulls that work even with gloves. Use it to haul kids’ sports gear, your own ski gear, travel accessories, groceries—anything and everything.
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Fjällräven Raven 28 Backpack
The Raven 28 is a simple and hardwearing 28-litre backpack with excellent organizing possibilities and a laptop compartment that fits devices up to 15”. The spacious main compartment boasts a zippered inside security pocket. Meanwhile, the zippered front compartment features mesh organizer pockets inside, and the fleece-lined top pocket is perfect for sunglasses and more. With a padded air-mesh back panel and robust leather handle at the top, this pack will withstand many years of wear. Made from Fjällräven’s legendary G-1000 HeavyDuty material, this is an unbeatable backpack for school, commuting and everyday outdoor life.
MEC Aquanator 2.5L Long Jacket
A little rain and gusty weather shouldn’t hold back young adventurers, and with the Aquanator 2.5L Long Jacket for girls, it won’t. Built for wet-weather play, this jacket keeps kids dry and comfortable without weighing them down. Its relaxed fit layers easily over sweaters, while reflective details add visibility. Designed in-house as part of MEC’s Aquanator line, it’s made from 100% recycled, Japanese-milled 50-denier ripstop polyester, backed by a VarioShell waterproof-breathable membrane. Fully taped seams prevent water from seeping in, the front zipper is shielded by a Velcro storm flap to block wind and rain, and adjustable cuffs provide a snug seal. Longer coverage ensures puddle-jumping doesn’t soak their clothes, and when the fun is over, the whole jacket stows neatly into its own pocket.
YETI Daytrip 3L Lunch Box
The YETI Daytrip series consists of soft-sided, insulated lunch bags and lunch boxes designed to keep food and drinks cold/warm, safe and secure with superior temp-holding power, thanks to ColdCell Flex insulation, crush-proof design and leak-proof liner. Key features include a durable, water-resistant exterior, a magnetic, zip or clamshell closure, internal PackAttic Pocket and fold-and-go design for easy stowing. The new 3L Lunch Box (also available in 5L) is a personal mini food boss built for big adventures or school lunches.
The North Face Borealis Tote
With its clean tote-style shape and functional design, the Borealis Tote is equally suited for commuting, errands, travel, or time spent at kids’ sports events. A bungee compression system on the front and sides keeps everything stable, while the stand-up structure makes packing and unpacking simple. Inside, the main compartment includes a secure-zip pocket for organizing smaller items, and a padded laptop sleeve (up to 16 inches). On the outside, a zippered pocket offers quick access to essentials, while two bottle sleeves double as multi-use pockets (with one designed for fast phone access). Parents will doubtless appreciate its durability and capacity for long outings, with space to stash everything from extra mugs to extra layers. Details like easy-grab zippers and the option to carry it over the shoulder or as a backpack add comfort and flexibility, making it a practical bag that moves smoothly between work and everyday life. It’s also made of 100% recycled materials.
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