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Reebok Floatride Energy 3 Adventure: The Lightweight Running Shoe Made for Outdoor Adventures

4 Unique Running Adventures Across Canada The word “run” may be one of the shorter words in the English language, but it’s a word that nonetheless packs a lot of [...]

Gear Reviews By Nadine Gravis October 20, 2021

4 Adventures in 4 Canadian Cities: We Review The New Reebok Nano X1 Adventure Training Shoe

With summer now in full swing, if you’re anything like us, you’ve been soaking up every moment of those long-awaited outdoor adventures with family and friends. And what better way [...]

Gear Reviews By Nadine Gravis August 20, 2021

Expert Review: Black Diamond Guide Gloves

Cold hands, no more! Black Diamond hit the bullseye with their Guide Gloves. After using these season after season, we can safely say these are the pinnacle of Black Diamond [...]

Gear Reviews By Kristin L. March 11, 2021

The 8 Best Black Diamond Gloves: Expert Review

Finding the perfect pair of gloves can elevate your time spent outdoors from a miserable day in the cold to a fun experience in a winter wonderland. Having been an [...]

Gear Reviews By Kristin L. January 27, 2021

MSR Shift Youth and Tyker Kids’ Snowshoes Review – 2021

Get your kids excited about snowshoeing with the wonderfully-designed MSR Shift Youth Snowshoes and MSR Tyker Kids’ Snowshoes. Well worth the money and your kids will have a blast floating [...]

Gear Reviews By Lynn W January 25, 2021

Black Diamond Kids’ Spark Gloves and Mitts: Expert Review

You can stop searching for the perfect winter gloves for your kids! These might be exactly what you’ve been waiting for. After testing so many gloves over so many years, [...]

Gear Reviews By Kristin L. January 22, 2021

The 8 Best Kids Snowshoes For Amazing Winter Adventures

Are you trying to get your kids interested in more outdoor activities? Snowshoeing provides your little ones with tons of adventure as they get to explore snowy trails safely. Many [...]

Gear Reviews By Kristin L. January 18, 2021

18 Best Hiking Leggings For Extreme Comfort On The Trails

Leggings have populated yoga, workout classes, and loungewear for years, but these flexible, versatile pants are now making their way onto the trail. And yes, we believe hiking leggings fall [...]

Gear Reviews By Kristin L. September 11, 2020

Salomon Speedcross 5 Trail Running Shoes: Expert Review

Footwear is paramount on the trails, and with so many options, it’s hard to know where to start. We recently tested Salomon’s Speedcross 5 Trail Running Shoes. They’re comfortable right [...]

Gear Reviews By Kristin L. August 25, 2020

Gear Review: Katadyn BeFree Microfilter 1.0L Bottle

Having a reliable water filtration system eases your thirst worries in the mountains. The Katadyn BeFree Microfilter 1.0L Bottle we recently tested out really impressed us. Great for individuals, this [...]

Gear Reviews By Kristin L. August 19, 2020