The Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody, part of the Arc’teryx Essentials collection, is a super soft, cozy, hip-length jacket that’s awesome for chilly spring days. It feels like a warm and » Read More
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November 28, 2018
Perfectly suited for Vancouver’s wet seasons, Helly Hansen’s new Reykjavik Coat for women adds a stylish, practical staple to your wardrobe. It’s waterproof, windproof and breathable, plus fully seam-sealed with » Read More
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June 21, 2018
If there’s one thing I can say after wearing Arc’teryx’s Adahy hoody nearly non-stop for a week now, it’s how incredibly soft the fabric is. This lightweight, easy-to-layer hoody is » Read More
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June 13, 2018
Looking for a lightweight pair of three-season capris that travel well and have built-in 50+ UPF sun protection? We recently came across these comfy Ferrosi capris by Outdoor Research (OR). » Read More
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May 1, 2018
While aboard a recent Viking River Cruise through Russia, there were several times when I’d head down to the bottom deck to explore the ship’s boutique, drawn to the vast » Read More
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March 14, 2018
Now that the days are gradually getting longer and sunnier, we’re ready for hikes and urban adventures on our two-wheelers. A few awesome layering jackets have caught our eye, from » Read More
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January 15, 2018
It may be billed as a jacket, but Helly Hansen’s Tromsoe is a urban-minded, cold-weather warrior through and through. We were recently sent one in Darkest Spur (green) and took » Read More
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November 22, 2017
So we’re closing in on the holidays, the mercury’s dropped to chilly and the days are noticeably shorter. With holiday baking, travelling, afternoons wrapped in a blanket reading a book » Read More
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April 20, 2017
I just received the Joey Jacket, with the goal of helping me travel lighter. I was also thrilled to discover that it’s the perfect jacket for when I’m home in » Read More
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January 10, 2017
So the holidays have left the building and a new year’s underway. No time like the present to get outdoors and work off a few of those holiday meals. We’ve » Read More
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November 18, 2016
Seattle, Washington-based Outdoor Research was born out of a need for durable, adventure gear. Founder Ron Gregg built his company on the idea that life is an adventure — having » Read More
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April 28, 2016
Think Fjällräven in Vancouver (and likely in many other North American cities) and the ubiquitous Kånken comes to mind, yet there’s so much more to the well-loved Swedish brand than » Read More
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April 25, 2016
Around Southern BC, we’re finally seeing double-digit temperatures Celsius and starting to swap out the parkas and boots for lighter layers. I’ve been a fan of Helly Hansen tights for » Read More
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February 16, 2016
We’re deep into winter season and Vancouver’s local ski resorts have had some pretty good snow dumps already. Getting out in the snow should be fun, not a struggle to » Read More
