River & Trail Talk

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 snowshoes, there are different features to consider. In this blog, we’ll cover common snowshoe features to help you choose.Why wear snowshoes?Snowshoes allow you to ‘float’ on the snow making exploring in th …

Drop off your snowboard or skis for tuning (and 1 boot, if a DIN adjustment is required) anytime during our store hours, to 133 Hampton Rd in Rothesay. 2025/26 Tuning Prices Snowboard Tune: $49.95+tax Full Tune (wax & sharpen): $39.95+tax Basework: Minor Repair $5+tax, Major Repair $10+tax, Extreme Repair TBD Sharpen Only: $25+tax Wax Only: $25+tax Binding Mount (hard mount): $30+tax …

Do you know that feeling when you are trying to enjoy a walk outside in winter but you slip every second step so your body is tense?Let’s add in that you’re also walking your leashed, and very excitable and strong dog who has claws and doesn’t understand why you need to move slower. You’re reaching for surrounding trees to keep you upright or you’re stepping off the trail (which we know is not ide …

A winter wonderland is magical and provides a playground for kids aged 0 to 102. Building snowmen, sliding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and so much more. There are endless possibilities to stay active outdoors in the snow.But, what about when there is no snow. We are located in the Maritimes after all, so it’s pretty common for snow to come and go throughout the chilly months. Without s …

As exciting as shiny new gear is - gear with a story carries significantly more pride.Just like scratched up hardwood floors that tell the story of excited family pets running to greet you or mini stick games in the living room, outdoor gear shines by sharing its past adventures with each blemish. With that, let me share the story of the unassuming tent.Years ago, long before I worked for an outdo …