MEC is among my favourite stores. I own too many MEC packs, winter wear, some cycling and camping gear. It's all of great quality, practical and generally well priced in my opinion. Their packs and shoulder bags in particular look great, seem indestructible and are very competitively priced. This is the place for outdoor enthusiasts and commuters alike. If this sounds like your kind of store I would suggest *not* working in the neighbourhood as I find it leads to compulsive browsing and shopping.