Accessories that make winter trips in Edmonton a breeze
Travelling can be a grand ol’ time but it can also be a pain, especially if it’s cold outside. You need to bring so much stuff with you that just the act of packing can be exhausting. These Edmonton stores sell travel accessories that will make your next winter trip much smoother.
Breathe Outdoors (formerly Campers Village)
10951 170 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5P 4V6This shop sells so many camping supplies that it can be hard to pick just a few things. Start with a day pack that doubles as a phone charger, such as the Timbuk2 power Q daypack. is not only handy for carrying around all your supplies for the day, it also ensures you’ll always be able to tweet or Instagram your day’s adventures. It’s built-in Joey T1 Power Supply provides two full charges to a standard cell phone but can charge pretty much anything that normally would be plugged into a USB port.
Mountain Equipment Co-op
11904 104 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5K 0G6This shop sells a variety of clothes, accessories and gear for all sorts of outdoor activities, including travelling. They also make it easy to protect your supplies, with items like phone protectors. Whether you’re a Samsung or Apple fanatic, you can outfit your phone or tablet with the appropriate Lifeproof Nuud case. They’re waterproof and can even be submersed up to two metres in water for up to one hour without fear of leakage. The cases are shockproof, meaning your phone can survive a two metre drop looking fantastic and still working.
Sundance Ski and Board Shop
4745 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton, AB T6H 5C3Their clothing ranges from outerwear to the stuff that keeps you warm underneath your windbreaker. One of their most versatile items is the Icebreaker Body Fit Women’s Vertex Leggings. These gorgeous long, black leggings are both practical and stylish. They’re built for chilly winter weather, so they can easily keep you nice and toasty during a long day on the mountain. But, you can also wear them out on the town with a long top. They’re made from mid-weight merino wool fabric, so they’re breathable and comfortable, plus they’re naturally odor-resistant.
Elevate Activewear
14251 23 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6R 3E7Elevate sells all the clothes and supplies you need for an active trip. Whether you’re going on a long winter hike or simply spending an entire day away from your hotel room, bring a water bottle with you, such as the Hydro Flask 24 oz narrow. This hydro flask has a narrower mouth than most bottles, making it easier to sip from on the go. It’s also double insulated, keeping your hot drinks piping hot and your cold drinks chilly for twice as long. The stainless steel bottle is BPA-free, too.
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