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| - I wouldn't necessarily call myself an outdoorsy type. I mean, don't get me wrong, I love being outside and if I was lost in the woods I might have a rough idea of what to do...
But, Mountain Equipment Coop inspires me to be a pro at anything and everything. I walk in through those doors and there is a shift within my being, I want to camp and dig my own toilet in the ground, I feel the need to buy the "stand up and pee" thing for girls, and most of all, I stare in awe at the kayak's, imagining myself in one, ripping through waves....and then I come back to reality.
No disrespect to the people who actually get to do these things, I actually admire you. I find it amazing that you place your four month old baby in your back pack baby carrier and hike a mountain, while I can't even figure out how to strap up my kid in the bike trailer.
I have purchased packs for travelling, hiking and school that have all stood up to the test of time and rugged use. My husband is an avid bicyclist and goes to MEC for all his biking needs. I recommend dropping by if you are heading out on a trip and need some travel sized items like sunscreen, lip balm, and they carry some nifty toothbrushes.
They also have a great selection of dehydrated foods. I don't have a use for these, but I am once again amazed at the variety and feel that one day I should try one for dinner.
Ahhhh MEC, I have a longing to just set up camp right inside the store.
If you have not had a MEC experience, you must go, you will not be disappointed!
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