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When you've decided you've skied your last ski of the season (or Mother Nature has decided for you) it's important to take a few easy steps to look after your equipment. Here are the 3 things you should do.Read now
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Noisy or whistling roof racks? Here's some solutions
The aerodynamics of certain vehicles can cause annoying wind noise in your roof racks, even the ones that are marketed as the quietest. Don't give up - there are things you can do to minimize this.Read now -
Choosing a canoe or kayak - 3 important things to look at
This post will take you about 2 minutes to read. It covers 3 ways to look at a canoe or kayak that will tell you most about how the boat will feel in the water.Read now -
How do you size kids cross country skis?
Read nowIt's more important than you might think to get the right size cross country skis for kids. Learn how to choose the right sized gear whether it's new or used.
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How much fuel do you need for a backpacking trip?
Read nowPacking for a backpacking trip takes a little more finesse than packing for a canoe trip. You feel every extra gram. This requires difficult decisions on gear: to take, or not to take? Is it essential? Is it not essential...
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How long will it take to paddle from A to B? Calculate your paddling speed
Read nowHi everyone, it's the folks from Eb's again! As a paddling shop we get a lot of questions about how long it takes to paddle some common routes nearby, such as from Fred Heal Canoe Launch to the city. Having some...
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Canoe durability | what is the best boat building material?
Which material is best for building a canoe? Is fiberglass as tough as aluminum? Are plastic boats better than kevlar? In this post we break down the pros and cons of common materials to help you choose the best canoe to fit your needs.Read now -
Caring for your new cross country skis
Read nowYour new skis will last many years when cared for properly. If you avoid skiing on debris, regularly wax your glide zones and keep your skins clean you will maximize the lifespan of your skis. Glide zone maintenance This applies...
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How do you tell when cross country skis need glide waxing?
Read nowCross country skis need a glide wax job in the following situations: when you first buy them at the beginning of each season when the bases look dry about every 50km of skiing before a special event or race at the...