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:…
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THE GEAR SHED
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Gear Shed: Top Hoodie, Touring Boot, Jacket, Overall + More
ecologyst Peak Hoodie Backed by a lifetime guarantee, the ecologyst Peak Hoodie is made with organic cotton fleece and has a minimalistic peaked hood and ribbing along the sides for…
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Radical Transparency: Mont Gele Gear
This year, sustainable ski and winter apparel brand Mont Gele Gear teamed up with renowned photographer Matt Holyoak to create a campaign highlighting the real costs behind their clothing. And…
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Ultimate Radness (Rab-ness)
British alpine climbing pioneer Rab Carrington designed legit mountain gear for over three decades. So why haven’t we heard of him before? Words :: Feet Banks. Article sponsored by Rab.…
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Goodbye, Boundaries: Nordica Enforcer/Santa Ana Unlimited
Sponsored by Nordica Canada. Nordica has entered the touring sphere in a big way this season with the Enforcer and Santa Ana Unlimited Collection. While the skis (Enforcer for men,…
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Olang Piave: More Warmth, More Grip
Italian bootmaker Olang is not as well-known in Canada and that needs to change. For winter 2021-2022, Olang offers a new collection highlighting not just reliable cold-weather performance but new pastel palettes,…
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Gear Shed: Best All-Mountain Planks, Lightweight Hoodie, Handheld Espresso Maker + More
It’s time to drop in. The SMITH 4D MAG boasts the widest field of view and sharpest optics to give you the best possible read on the terrain, so you…
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Omni-Heat Infinity: Columbia Evolves their Thermal-Reflective Tech
Columbia’s Omni-Heat Infinity is the latest thermal-reflective technology released across their fall-winter lineup. That dazzling flash of gold on the interior of their new outerwear and select footwear reflects your…
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Dragon Drops Bryan Iguchi Signature Series
Dragon Alliance has developed its first full eyewear collection designed in collaboration with artist-snowboarder Bryan Iguchi. His distinct, arresting artwork will be featured throughout various sun and optical styles, as…
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Gear Shed: Best Boots, Brandy, Baselayers, Books + More
Made with Georgian Bay apples, SPY MATA HARI APPLE BRANDY is double-distilled, released in small batches and lightly aged in cognac barrels. Notes of toasted oak, burnt caramel and vanilla…
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Gear Shed: New Autumn Picks & Winter Previews
From Mountain Life – Blue Mountains, Fall ’21. With multi-directional lugs and a seamless, closed-mesh construction, the new SALOMON CROSS HIKE MID GORE-TEX is designed to handle any condition. Agile…
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Lolë Drops New Men’s Collection
Evelyn Trempe launched Lolë in Montreal nearly 20 years ago after she noticed a lack of good tech apparel and outerwear for women. In particular, she found much of it…
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Multi-Use Lighting: Princeton Tec’s Alloy-X and Snap Solo
We’ll never stop recommending a backup light to carry in our kit, whether we’re nordic-touring by night or trail-running by day. For those who rely on the flashlight app on…
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Gear Shed: Fall Favourites from Vie en montagne
From Vie en montagne, summer/fall 2021. For French-language text, click here or scroll down. This jersey-and-bib-shorts set from Montreal-based Le Braquet is for the seasoned cyclist who values lightness and…
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Giro Contour RS: All-Conditions Goggle for Smaller Faces
Designed in collaboration with ZEISS Optics, Giro’s new Contour RS (Reduced Size) goggle features a smaller toric lens shape, uses VIVID lens technology and boasts numerous frame/strap combinations. It offers…
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Hold on the Cold: YETI Hopper Flip 18 Soft Cooler
Words & photos :: Scott Parent. Finally, a rough and tough soft cooler that can hold the cold for long-haul paddling trips. Packing and preserving food and drink for longer…
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Bike Better with mountainFLOW
As we think about ways to start transitioning away from fossil fuels, we need to look at the little things we do (or don’t do) every day that might help.…
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Gear Shed: How a Nelson-based Startup Built a Better Headlamp
Words & photos :: Todd Lawson. One of the most crucial pieces of gear in any pack, for any outdoor endeavour, is undoubtedly the humble headlamp. If you’re into caving,…
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Bombtrack: Amazing Adventure Bikes / Vélos d’aventure détonnants
Scroll down for French-language text. This German brand, based in Cologne, has started a mini-revolution in the world of adventure bikes in Quebec. Bombtrack’s bikes are unlike anything else out…
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Yeti Roadie 24: The Ultimate Adventure Companion
words :: Frédérique Sauvée. Scroll down for French-language text. I took my Roadie 24 cooler with me on my trip across Canada. All the way from Montreal to Vancouver, up…
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