Category Archives: Gear
Evolution of MEC packs
This spring marks the launch of several redesigned MEC packs and not only are they looking mighty fine, they also have all sorts of awesome function-based improvements. For starters, we now have women-specific backpacks. I can hear half of you … Continue reading
MEC Sleeping Bags Improved
James Brittain got his start designing toys (as some say he still does). He worked as a product designer in the UK developing new Super Soakers and Nerf Guns. “Not as much fun as it sounds,” he said. For years, … Continue reading
Mother’s Day: Gifts to Make Mom’s Heart Flutter
Mother’s Day is often all about flowers, Sunday brunch, and for the lucky ones, a foot massage and a break from the dishes. To make an active mom really happy, forget the flowers and give her something she’ll remember instead: … Continue reading
MEC bike shorts: we’ve come a long way
I clearly remember the first pair of cycling shorts I bought at MEC: it was around the time I started working at the co-op. I had grand ideas of commuting to work on a regular basis. Well, that didn’t happen, … Continue reading
My Take on Minimalist Shoes
What’s fanning the flames of public debate these days? Strikes? Low interest rates? Playoff hockey? Seriously, the hot topic of the day is without a doubt, shoes. Barefoot shoes, minimalist shoes, natural running shoes – call them what you will, … Continue reading
