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The latest developments
in the world of lifestyle
from clothing to cruises
(and more!)
NEW + IMPROVED
BIKE / This sum-
mer, Mountain
Equipment Co-op
is launching B.C.
backcountry mountain
bike trips. Guided by a
professional rider, the tours span seven days and
include accommodation, most meals, shuttles
and transfers. Trips are limited to six riders and
vary from intermediate to expert-level terrain.
There are three options: Sea-to-Sky corridor
(includes a visit to the Tyax Wilderness Resort
and Spa, July 9 to 15); South Chilcotins (includes
campfire meals of locally sourced charcuterie and
wild salmon, July 30 to August 5); and Sea-to-Sky
Women's Only (September 10 to 16).
SAIL / A daily luxury cruise service between
downtown Vancouver and downtown Victoria
was slated to launch in May. Operator V2V
Vacations has partnered with Victoria's
Truffles Catering, which will offer a menu
featuring local and seasonal items. Three levels
of seating–premium comfort, first class and
royal class–offer corresponding levels of menu
options. For the two more-luxurious levels, guests
receive three-course menus featuring dishes
such as yam and sweet potato salad, mezze plate
and chocolate truffles. VQA wines are available
by the glass and bottle.
SHOP / Following a successful Kickstarter
campaign that raised more than US$43,000,
Vancouver-based Skye Footwear has made
its laceless sneakers available at skyefootwear
.com. The unisex line's three models, each named
for local streets, are dubbed the Lons, the Rbutus
and the Powll. The form-fitting microfibre shoes
are made mostly from recycled materials and
designed for comfort, with a foam rubber outsole
and a built-in deep gel insole. –Marcie Good
