River & Trail Talk

What is MIPS? (Hint: It's not a muppet.)

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Dec 21st

What is MIPS? (Hint: It's not a muppet.)

Sometimes we can catch ourselves existing in the ‘outdoor industry’ bubble where casually dropping a term like ‘Mips’ will completely un-phase us yet unintentionally send your brain on a mission to fi …

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Brand Feature: Hestra Gloves

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Nov 30th

Brand Feature: Hestra Gloves

You know that expression when you know something well enough that you know it like the back of your hand? Well, in Hestra’s case, they know the backs of all hands. Hestra is a family-owned compan …

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How to Choose A Down Jacket

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Nov 9th

How to Choose A Down Jacket

There can be a fair bit to consider when choosing a puffer jacket. It lives high on the decisions list titled “I didn’t know it would be complicated”. Particularly since it can be a significant invest …

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What does Waterproof Footwear actually mean?

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Oct 30th

What does Waterproof Footwear actually mean?

Listen, there is no such thing as a stupid question when it comes to outdoor gear. There are a lot of nuances involved and it’s a topic that you can keep as simple as you want or as complicated as you …

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How to Choose a Hiking Backpack

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Aug 3rd

How to Choose a Hiking Backpack

Ah, the world of hiking packs.It is yet another category of gear that seems simple until you start doing some research. There are different categories, multiple sizes available, body type specific pac …

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A Beginner's Guide to Nutrition Products

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Jul 3rd

A Beginner's Guide to Nutrition Products

Things in life that are confusing include: The purpose of TicksToddler BehaviourSports NutritionWe can’t speak much to the first two items on that list but in this blog, we hope to shine some light o …

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How to Choose a SUP Paddle

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 May 16th

How to Choose a SUP Paddle

Now that you’ve chosen a Stand-Up Paddleboard, the next natural step is to find a paddle. Choosing a SUP paddle is pretty easy once you’ve narrowed down the type of paddling you plan to do.The 3 …

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How to Store Alpine Ski Boots

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Mar 9th

How to Store Alpine Ski Boots

Storing your alpine ski boots properly is vital to maintaining them in between sessions, or seasons. Let’s jump right into it.BUCKLE UPArguably the best feeling in the world is unbuckling your ski boo …

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The Downlow on Downhill Skis: A Beginner's Guide

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Feb 28th

The Downlow on Downhill Skis: A Beginner's Guide

Downhill (or Alpine) skis come in many shapes and forms. There is a fair bit to consider when it comes to choosing a pair that is right for you. This post will cover some popular styles of downhill sk …

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How to Choose Snowshoes

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Jan 16th

How to Choose Snowshoes

Snowshoeing is a great way to stay active all winter long. Once the snowfalls, you can trek basically anywhere with snowshoes (and perhaps some trekking poles too). When investing in snowsho …

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Ski Tuning & Adjustments (in Rothesay)

Posted by Kirsten on 2023 Jan 9th

Ski Tuning & Adjustments (in Rothesay)

Drop off your skis for tuning (and 1 boot, if a DIN adjustment is required) anytime during our store hours, to 133 Hampton Rd in Rothesay.2023/24 Price ListFull Tune (wax & sharpen): $39.95+taxBas …

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