COOLGEAR HOT STUFF
SECRID – RFID CARD PROTECTOR WALLET (APPROX. $100) The Secrid card protector. Reddot Award winning design credit card holder. With a click all cards slide out gradually. The cards will not fall out. A perfect wallet. No problem to keep it in your back pocket. No breaking, No bending. Just 8mm flat. Can hold 6 cards maximum. 2 year warranty. RFID protection. Prevents hackers to steal your privacy and credit card numbers. Look for it at Glebe Trotters on Bank Street.
QWICKWICK (FROM $60 FOR A BOX OF 50) Starting a wood fire can actually be tricky at times but not with easy light kindling fire starter. Get your fire burning within minutes without using any paper of flammable fluids. Easy light kindling burns up to 30 minutes giving you a flame as tall as 8 to 10 inches. Look for them at www. qwickwick.com.
TILLEY TEC COOL HAT ($85) Made with a special membrane in the fabric called c_change®, this membrane reacts to changing temperatures. Keeps you comfortable when your temperature starts to climb to allow heat and perspiration to ecape. Certified UPF 50+, the maximum rating given. Ties on in the wind, floats and repels rain. Look for it at the SAIL store in the Trainyards.
CONQUER™ 200L AND 250L LED HEADLAMPS ($39-$49) Battery Lock ™ Technology with a two metre impact resistance. Uses Kinesix – No Touch control to change settings with a wave of your hand! It has five modes and 10 hrs of runtime on low, and 40hrs on low. Easily operates on (3) AAA batteries. Look for the 200 Lumen available at Sail, Cabela’s and colemancanada.ca MSRP $39.99 or the 250 Lumen available at Sail, Cabela’s and colemancanada.ca MSRP $49.99. MARMOT ALWAYS SUMMER SLEEPING BAG (4˚C) – $209 For traveling light in summer, this ultra-light bag provides reliable transport to the Land of Nod at just over two packable pounds, and it doesn’t skimp on features either. Updated with our Down Defender treatment offering an extra level of moisture protection for sleeping bags exposed to wet environments. “Feely” draw cords, updated baffle height and lining fabric, trapezoidal foot box with a heater pocket, and the included compression stuff and storage sack all add up to some seriously plush woodland digs. Look for this and more at Great Escape Outfitters at 369 Richmond Road.
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PATAGONIA FEZZMAN SHIRT – $68.99 A short-sleeved shirt capable of handling the sweaty, crumply, sleep-inthe-backseat rigors of the road. Made of a light and breathable 70% organic cotton/30% polyester plain-weave blend, the gig-friendly Fezzman is durable, wrinkle-resistant and comes in a host of fetching plaids and stripes for added groupie appeal. Look for this and more at Great Escape Outfitters at 369 Richmond Road.
FAST PACK 24G MANUAL INFLATABLE ($169-$229) Designed for fishing and boating enthusiasts. Nylon construction with 22.5 lbs. of buoyancy and high visibility reflective trimming. A solid 1” adjustable belt for secure fit with a mesh storage bag. Available at stearnscanada.ca MSRP $169.99 or the Auto-Manual version available at Canadian Tire and stearnscanada.ca MSRP $229.99
LEGUANO BAREFOOT SHOES ($70U.S.) Walking or running is the easiest and most natural thing on earth. It keeps you fit and young and your entire locomotor system healthy. But only if we move naturally, in other words: barefoot! Otherwise, we are very likely to risk injuries to the feet, knees, hips and back. Those who have suffered such injuries know what pain they can cause, how they restrict your range of motion and all about the dismal forecasts for the healing process. Look for it www.leguano.ca.
40OZ BOTTLEWORX BLACK ($49) Our 40oz bottle is a versatile mid-size design that's perfect for your every day use and a wide variety of activities. Whether you're sweating through hot yoga, at the construction site, or even on an all-inclusive vacation, our double wall vacuum "maxilation" will keep drinks freezing cold for up to 24 hours and piping hot for up to 12! Our 2.2" wide mouth easily accepts regular sized ice cubes and is easy to pour to and from. The 18/8 food-grade stainless steel is resistant to bacteria, does not retain unwanted odours or flavours, and clean up is a snap with just warm soapy water. Lifetime warranty and are 100% recyclable. Look for the "BW" shield to ensure you're getting the market's best premium insulated bottle. Look for it www.bottleworkx.ca/. *** 100% approved by Ottawa Outdoors Magazine!
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