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Trail Respect: A Guide to Modern Hiking Etiquette
Good hiking etiquette keeps the trails wild, the experiences rich, and the community strong. There’s a lot to love about hiking—moving at your own pace, disconnecting from the noise, and...
Articles
Why Cyclists Are Swapping Their Stock Insoles for Esker
Whether you're dropping into a rooty descent, grinding up a gravel pass, or spinning through backcountry singletrack with a loaded frame bag, your feet are...
Foot Odour Isn’t Just an Inconvenience — It’s a Sign Your Feet Need Help
Let’s be honest—no one wants to deal with smelly shoes. But foot odour isn’t just embarrassing; it’s often a sign your feet are trapped in...
How to Extend the Life of Your Outdoor Gear
There are many good reasons to get the most out of your outdoor gear. Data from the Environmental Protection Agency suggests that 17 million tons...
Hiking Year-Round in Squamish
Squamish is known as a year-round playground for activities such as trail running, mountain biking and hiking, but winter’s early darkness can dampen motivation to...
Wool Insoles for Wet Weather
Wet feet are something that is often unavoidable when you’re spending time in the outdoors. If you’re not getting soaked on a mountain bike ride...
What is Metatarsalgia and how to treat it
Are you tired of the sharp, shooting, and excruciating foot pain hampering your daily activities? In this fast-paced world, nobody likes to stay behind because...
Trail Respect: A Guide to Modern Hiking Etiquette
Good hiking etiquette keeps the trails wild, the experiences rich, and the community strong. There’s a lot to love about hiking—moving at your own pace,...
North Shore Mountain Bike's Review
20 years ago Cam McRae and a few friends were looking for an online resource that reflected the aggressive style of mountain biking popularized by...
What is Plantar Fasciitis and how to treat it
What in the HEEL hurts so bad?Ok - Dad jokes aside - if you are suffering from ongoing heel pain or pain in the arch...
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