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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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  • The Bike Story for 2021 | Wild Rock Outfitters
    January 21, 2021

    The Bike Story for 2021

    Like many other industries, the bike industry is struggling with increased demand and supply chain issues. Bikes, as the most efficient vehicle to move a human, seem to be simple but are made of hundreds of small parts. If any of...

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  • How To Wax Your Nordic Skis | Wild Rock Outfitters
    January 21, 2021

    How To Wax Your Nordic Skis

    by Scott Murison To wax or not to wax; this is the question. Read on to find out if, and how, to wax your nordic skis. Non-Wax Skis These are the skis described as non wax, no wax, skin or fish...

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  • How to Layer for Winter Adventures | Wild Rock Outfitters
    December 16, 2020

    How to Layer for Winter Adventures

    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. Whether...

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  • The Beginner's Guide to Indoor Bike Trainers | Wild Rock Outfitters
    October 7, 2020

    The Beginner's Guide to Indoor Bike Trainers

    When the weather makes cycling cold, wet and uncomfortable, it’s time to take your ride indoors. Cycling indoors with a bike trainer is not just a substitute for the open road or single track - it’s actually a fantastic way...

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  • How To Choose A Stand Up Paddle Board | Wild Rock Outfitters
    June 15, 2020

    How To Choose A Stand Up Paddle Board

    Whether you live in the Kawarthas or have a cottage here, you probably spend a good part of your summer on, or near the region’s many lakes and rivers. A stand up paddle board is a great way to explore...

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