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Friday, May 30, 2014
Paddlefest 2014
Sunday, June 8th
10 AM - 4 PM
Fort Whyte Alive (1961 McCreary Road, Winnipeg)
Join Wilderness Supply, WAVPaddling and other local retailers Sunday, June 8th for a celebration of all things that paddle!
Clinics are available all day for just $5 each! Work on your kayak roll, try Stand Up Paddleboarding, or try your hand at tandem Canoeing. It's a great way to get your feet wet (har har) and our WAVPaddling instructors will be joined by other top guides from Paddle Manitoba and more to give you a hand at tackling some new skills. Clinics are available for pre-registration through the MEC website, or in person on the day (space allowing).
There will also be lots of free events to keep you busy, including paddling demonstrations from the Manitoba Whitewater Club and a paddling gear swap. Stop by the Wilderness Supply booths to peruse some of Winnipeg's best paddling gear for 2014, and chat with our paddling staff about your summer adventures.
See you on the water!
Friday, May 30, 2014
How Far Do You Walk in 10 Steps?
How far do you walk in 10 steps?
Not as far as you could be, it would seem .... unless you're wearing a pair of Chacos, that is!
It's simple challenge:
- Take ten normal steps wearing no shoes, and measure the distance you travel.
- Take ten steps wearing a pair of Chacos, and measure the distance you travel.
- Check out the difference!
An extra pace or so might not seem like much - but over a day (or a weekend... or a year) all those steps add up to a whole lot more efficiency, and a much happier body.
If it seems unbelievable that a pair of shoes can really make you walk more efficiently, we want to prove it. For all of June, take the 10 step challenge at any Wilderness Supply store, and you'll be entered to win a free pair of chacos! That's right - just visit any store, and try for yourself. Each of our locations is giving away a free pair of chacos, and one of those could be yours, all for the low entry price of taking 20 steps!
Curious? Stop by any of our store locations this month to give it a go.
Thursday, May 1, 2014
Bring Your Life: Thule Roof Racks and Carriers in Winnipeg and Thunder Bay
No matter where your adventures take you, Thule helps you transport your gear safely, easily and in style so you can make the most of your active life. Whether your moving bikes, boats, snow equipment, or everything and the kitchen sink, we have the roof racks, carriers, and cargo boxes to simplify your transport.
Wilderness Supply offers the widest selection of Thule products in all of Central Canada at our Winnipeg and Thunder Bay stores. Our trained Thule specialists are on hand to guide you through the entire process - from choosing the right bars and accessories for your vehicle all the way to instillation and getting you on your way. We accept regular orders from Thule throughout the year, and most items are either in stock, or available in as little as a week.
Whether you're a biker, paddler, or just need a little extra transport room from time to time, Wilderness Supply offers the largest range of quality Thule products in Winnipeg or Thunder Bay to transport your gear easily and in style. Start your journey by browsing a select number of our Thule products online, or visit any of our stores to discuss the full range of Thule transportation solutions available to suit your needs.
Thursday, May 1, 2014
All Camping Tents on Sale for One Day Only!
If you've been dreaming of nights beneath the mesh, listening to the summer breeze blow....well, you're not going to want to miss this!
Join Wilderness Supply for our annual camping tent sale for one day only Saturday, May 10. Find your perfect backcountry home with over 40 tents set up from The North Face, Eureka, Sierra Designs, MSR and more! From 1-person bivvys up to 8-person manors, we've got the tent to match your needs and style, all set up so you can try them in person.
Every tent is on sale, and you might even steal an unbeatable deal - with models up to 50% off! Stop by our store at 42 Speers road for even more discounts on clothing and footwear to kickstart your season.
McLean's Field at Lagimodiere and Marion
Saturday, May 10 from 9:00-5:00
Monday, April 21, 2014
Paddler Sets New World Record for Highest Drop in a Canoe
Way back in 1994, paddler Steve Frazier set the record for the highest run of a waterfall in an open canoe on the 55-foot Compression Falls in Tennessee.
Last November, Jim Coffey and his team headed to Mexico's Alseseca River and the 60-foot La Cascada de Truchas. 20 years after Frazier and after 4 years of planning, Jim broke the standing record with a near-perfect descent.
The setup wasn't easy. After a kilometer hike into the bush and a rappel down to the entry point, Jim still had to manage the perfect line. "There was hardly an eddy to start in," he explained in an interview with canoekayak.com. "It was pretty much in the current. From there, it was turn into the current, ferry across, ride up on the marker bowl which guards the lip, and as soon as I was high up onto the boil I knew that I was going to go off in just the perfect spot."
You can watch the whole descent through the video below. Jim feels the drop could not have gone any better, but he welcomes the next record challenger. "I don’t think it’s going to be another 20 years to see other similar feats...that traditionally hadn’t been considered open-boat style runs." he mused. "The boats and new young group of paddlers have become gamechangers. It’s fun to be part of that."