When I heard last fall that Garneau was releasing a gravel collection for 2021, I was more than excited to see what they had in mind. I got my package right on time for the Big red gravel run and I was…
Last November, Moose asked me to test their prototype of their upcoming bag and I could not say no. Specially when it comes to gear…I am the worst gear wh#$% you will ever meet. Moose decided to make 2 different bags (the gravel bag and the fat bag) and I must admit that their choice was interesting. THE TOUGH AF GRAVEL/BIKEPACKING BAG This bag features a single YKK zippered pocket main pocket that can carry a lot of stuff.I fitted: 3 tubes, tires change tools, co2 cartridge, a water bottle and…
I was lucky this year to review the new shoes they got, and they sent me three models to test. I tested with pedals with and without studs to see how they would perform in both situation.The testing of the three pairs was…
When Bontrager asked me to review the avert shoes ,I was intrigued by the military look of it.I got more intrigued when they said that it was hikeable. When I got my pair, I was impressed by the quality of construction of the shoe. Bontrager did not cut corners on this model. Made of durable, weather-resistant,…
Cover photo by Kate Brennan When I heard that the Big red gravel run was coming back this year, there was no doubt in my mind that I needed to try it. You just need to check the pictures of the previous years to understand that the buzz is real. I decided to do the 66 km (870 m) run since I did not know what I was getting into and played the safe card. The registration It started with the registration online and I must admit that it is easy and complete. They even ask a number in case of emergency. 1…
I was curious about those blankets that everyone talked about and thought it would be a great idea to carry in my van. It is funny because Rumpl started…In the back of the van. Here is the about us that tells it…
When I heard about a water maze of 70 acres on a 500 acres land, I was quite curious about it and I decided to go and check the Parc nature Eco Odyssée At my arrival, I was surprised by how quiet…
When I heard that a mountain bike center was opening in Montebello, I needed to go and see what it was all about. I remembered when I was younger that Montebello held mountain bike races in that area and people were really excited to go. Fun fact, they use some of the trails that were part of these races back in the days so It has a ‘’vintage’’ vibe to them. I decided to do a arrive, rent and ride experience…
