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Hot Shopping: Great Outdoors

The Osprey Raptor 10 is a versatile backpack available at Valhalla Pure Outfitters

’Tis the season to head outside. Didn’t come prepared for hiking or biking? No problem, just head to one of these shops: Mountain Equipment Co-op outfits locals in waterproof gear; Valhalla Pure Outfitters carries necessities such as backpacks with built-in water packs (including the Osprey Raptor 10, pictured); and North Face stocks cozy sleeping bags and sturdy shoes.—Jennifer Patterson

Hot Shopping: Gear Up

High-performing, high-quality gear is available at Mountain Equipment Co-Op

With Canada’s rugged landscape, it’s little wonder one of our largest sporting equipment stores started in Vancouver. Find apparel and gear for every conceivable adventure, including watersports, cycling, skiing, climbing and hiking, at Mountain Equipment Co-Op, a local institution since 1971. The store stocks kayaks, luggage and backpacks (pictured), too.—Kristina Urquhart