MOUNTAIN LIFE - Coast Mountains | Fall Winter 2019

Kingsclere Fast Pack $119 “Created in Squamish by new fashion-meets-outdoor brand Kingsclere, the Fast Pack is a lightweight outdoor pack without all the straps. Designed by the father/ daughter team of Damien and Neve Kelly, the Fast Pack stuffs into its own lid for easy stowing during travel. Super-durable fabric and a minimal design aesthetic match life in the corridor and beyond. Five per cent of all proceeds benefit Howe Sound Women’s Centre.” –Sarah, Wild and Heart, downtown Squamish 604.390.3913 wildandheart.com Editor’s Pick: Burton Step-Ons $480-$570 “When the pow can’t wait, just step on and shred. Three and a half years in development, the new Burton Step-On boot and binding system attaches on a single point above the heel and a clip on each side of the toes. A BOA system in the boot adds that downward pressure you’re used to. There’s nothing to ice up on the sole of the boot or binding plate, you just step and giv’r.” –Feet, editor Mountain Lif e burton.com Herschel Novel Duffle $99 “Road trip special! The Herschel Novel™ duffle is an ideal weekender duffel bag that features more storage than meets the eye, including a convenient ‘trap door’ to stash your shoes and keep their odour from permeating the rest of your clothes. For hoofing it around the airport, it also has a comfy shoulder strap and it looks pretty damn good too.” –Jason, McCoos Whistler, Mountain Square 604.932.2842 | Blackcomb Way, 604.938.9954 mccooswhistler.ca Barebones Forest Lantern $88 “Up your game and add some light to your igloo or snow cave this winter. This vintage-inspired lantern provides up to 80 hours of warm ambient LED light via a rechargeable lithium-ion battery—and a USB output keeps your phone fully charged. Infinite adjustment from 1–220 lumens covers every situation. Best of all, Barebones is a certified B-Corp business that balances purpose and profit.” –Lynn, CAMP Lifestyle & Coffee Co., Function Junction, Whistler 604.932.012 3 camplifestyle.ca Oboz Bridger Mid Waterproof $209 “When the conditions on the mountain are off but you still wanna get outside, lace these up and go. The Oboz flagship mid-hiker provides primo support and durability for any trail. With B-DRY waterproofing, supportive heel cup, and a rubber toe guard, your feet will feel like they’re wrapped in kick-ass comfort and protection. Go git it! “ –Greg, obozfootwear.com Black Diamond Jetforce Pro Airbag "Black Diamond continues to lead the charge in Avalanche Airbag Technology with the introduction of 3 new systems this winter. The new Jetforce Pro features an even lighter battery and fan system, as well as a comprehensive self-check function. Capable of multiple deployments in even the coldest conditions, the Jetforce also offers an ultra-light and price friendly compressed gas system and the industry's most advanced supercapacitor system. Avalanche safety begs are the future. Play safe and play hard!” –James, Escape Route Whistler 604.938.3228, Squamish 604.962.3228 escaperoute.ca 156