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The Open Road, Episode 4: Summer Mindset
Snow midway up our minivan’s tires was not how I expected our summer weekend to start. But we were determined to find the quintessential summer camping experience and no amount of getting lost, getting...
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Stand up paddleboarding: Get on board
A stand up paddleboard (SUP for short) represents the buffet of the watersports world. Racing, surfing, touring, getting fit, finding your Zen – SUPs do it all. So what’s SUP (right? who could resist...
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Stand Up Paddleboarding: 5 Exercises to Build Strength and Burn Calories
You might not guess it from looking at serene paddlers, leisurely gliding along, but stand up paddleboarding is a workout. Like, a full body “burn up to 500 calories in an hour” kind of workout.To give...
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Yoga Warm Down for Athletes
We all know the positive effects that physical activity has on us, but running, cycling and hiking can invite stress into joints, ligaments and muscles. This small yoga sequence will help you begin...
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Feels Like Nothing: MEC Running Gear
The Quantum short-sleeved shirt and Phenom shorts are like nothing MEC has made before. – Review by MEC Envoy Jasper BlakeI got a package in the mail, opened it up, and thought it was odd that a...
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Amp Up Your Cooking: PowerPot Charger Review
I’m a big fan of solar panels for recharging my e-toys in the backcountry. In theory, at least. In practice, for sea kayaking on the West Coast, they can sometimes be suboptimal. Enter a whole...
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12 Favourite Canadian Campsites, As Suggested by our Facebook Fans
A few weeks ago, we asked you to tell us your favourite Canadian camping destinations, and the responses came flooding in. From the suggestions we received, here’s a list of 12 Canadian camping...
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3 things you need in a mountain biking pack
MEC Envoy Stephen Matthews is a world class mountain biker. He’s pretty relaxed about most things, but has strong opinions about the features that make a pack right for mountain biking. Here’s his take...
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Stand up for your Homewaters
Fresh water touches all of us. It’s where we play, recreate, feel alive, at home. MEC is standing up for fresh water, and we want to inspire you to do the same. – Post by MEC CEO David LabistourWe love...
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#MyHomewaters: Behind the Image, with Tiffany Orpana-Kennedy
On July 25, MEC launched Homewaters, a multi-year commitment dedicated to preserving Canada’s fresh water from coast to coast. To kick things off we held a contest, asking our Instagram followers to...
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Micro Climate Trail: Crankworx Enduro World Series
Crankworx is mountain biking’s biggest festival, and brings thousands of riders and spectators from around the world to Whistler, BC. At Crankworx 2014 (August 8–17), a new trail named Micro Climate...
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An Ultra Big Wild Challenge: Running 100K a Day
MEC Envoy Jim Willet is a runner, an optimism ninja, a cancer warrior, and an adventurist. Essentially, he is a man who understands the nature of a challenge. This fall, he has a new challenge on the...
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Jim Willet sets the record for running the Bruce Trail
Our MEC Envoys are a group of athletes and ambassadors who inspire people with their active lifestyles, and strive to set benchmarks and innovate within their fields. Jim Willett from Newmarket,...
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5 tips to get ready for cold weather riding and training
When the weather starts cool down, you can still find ways to keep up your road riding fitness. Here are my tips for training through the changing seasons. – Post by MEC Envoy Allan Prazsky1....
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5 tips to get ready for skiing
You prep your skis before the new ski season, but what about your body? Even though it’s still fall, now’s the time to start getting ready for skiing. Here’s how I prepare. – Post by MEC Envoy Tobin...
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Biking in Burgundy, France
Biking is one of the best ways to see Europe’s ancient towns, rolling vineyards and historic castles. And of course, any good riding holiday should include great food and wine. Beaune, France has it...
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Trailbreaker Jacket and Pants from Outdoor Research
First light. First tracks. It’s a manta for those hungry enough to break trail to reach untouched backcountry snow. But with this very specialized love comes the need for a specialized clothing system,...
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Holiday Gift for You: A New Look for Your Screen
In celebration of the season, we’ve created special digital wallpaper image for you.The photo was taken by Reuben Krabbe. MEC Envoy skier and photographer, at Mount Vsevidof, a 2149-m dormant volcano...
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Review of The 2015 Ghost Bikes Riot LT
I had the chance to take Ghost Bikes’ latest all-mountain machine, the Riot LT 8 LC, out for a test ride. It has some distinct differences from the Riot 7 LC I rode in 2014, and here are my thoughts on...
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