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  • Layering Like A Pro
    January 4, 2023

    Layering Like A Pro

    You know that saying about "no bad weather, just bad clothing"? The right foundation is key to staying warm and dry on your winter adventures. Layering for winter is an art form - but luckily it’s easy to learn. The...

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  • How to Store Your Outdoor Gear in the Off Season | Wild Rock Outfitters
    October 4, 2021

    How to Store Your Outdoor Gear in the Off Season

    As summer ends and the weather turns colder, it’s inevitably time to pack away some of our adventuring gear for the season. Whether you’re a back-country camper, a car camper or ultralight fast-packer, a proper end-of-season inventory and storage system...

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  • Beyond SPF: All About Sun Protective Clothing | Wild Rock Outfitters
    June 22, 2021

    Beyond SPF: All About Sun Protective Clothing

    Sunscreen, check. Wide-brimmed hat, check. Shady locations scouted, check. UV-protective clothing, check?! Yes, you read that right - there is such a thing as UV-protective clothing, and it’s something you should think about adding to your arsenal if you spend...

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  • Kieran's Must-Haves for Bikepacking | Wild Rock Outfitters
    June 8, 2021

    Kieran's Must-Haves for Bikepacking

    If you are anything like me then your appreciation for long, adventurous rides will eventually lead you to planning even further afield; planning routes that can’t be completed in one day. When I came to this conclusion myself, I turned...

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  • Kieran's Must-Haves for Gravel Rides | Wild Rock Outfitters
    June 8, 2021

    Kieran's Must-Haves for Gravel Rides

    Kieran is our in-house gravel guru. A lifetime rider and passionate explorer, Kieran has slowly but surely encouraged local riders to embrace the fantastic gravel riding we have in Peterborough County. Always happy to share routes and advice, Kieran is...

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  • Bike Swap is Back | Wild Rock Outfitters
    March 26, 2021

    Bike Swap is Back

    NOTE: With the current Stay at Home order in effect, we have cancelled the dates for our spring Bike Swap. Due to the uncertainty around reopening dates, we are postponing making any decisions on new dates right away. Rest assured...

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  • Learn To Love The Bike You Have | Wild Rock Outfitters
    March 19, 2021

    Learn To Love The Bike You Have

    by Justin Ross The year is now 2021 and the great pandemic bike shortage is in full swing. As folks rediscover and take to the great outdoors, the demand for solid gear continues to skyrocket. If you were fortunate enough...

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  • Cross Country Skiing 101 | Wild Rock Outfitters
    January 29, 2021

    Cross Country Skiing 101

    Ask a seasoned cross-country skier about the sport and you’ll see a glint in their eye. It doesn’t  take much to get a skier to rhapsodize about favourite trails, gear, and the many health benefits. Skiing provides an excellent whole-body...

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