Snowboard and Nordic Gear Swap

Saturday, November 19th is the day you've been waiting for! If you have gently skis or snowboard gear that you would like to sell, bring them in a day or two before the sale with an idea of what you would like to charge for it. If it sells, you can get 100% gift certificate or 80% cash back.

Don't forget to stop by to check out the deals!

Nov 19th - Ski and Snowboard Swap
If you have gently used ski or snowboard gear that you would like to sell, bring them in a day or two before the sale with an idea of what you would like to charge for it. If it sells, you can get 100% gift certificate or 80% cash back. Don't forget to come in and check out the deals!

Nov. 23, 6 pm - Snowboard Tune Up Clinic
Get your snowboard properly waxed before the snow comes and learn how to do it yourself to help having your board tuned for the rest of the season.

The clinic includes info on tools needed, waxes and how they affect your snowboards ability to slide, waxing and sharpening techniques, storage and general maintenance. Cost is $5 when you sign up.

Participants will receive $5.00 off the Wild Rock snowboard trip to Mt. St. Louis Moonstone on Dec. 17th.

Nov. 30, 6 pm - X-Country Ski Waxing Clinic
Either for classic or skate skis, the proper technique for applying wax is essential for any ski performance. In this clinic you will learn how to apply the waxes according to weather conditions, as well as how to protect your base and make your skis last longer and perform better all season long. Cost is $5 when you sign up.

Dec. 17 - Mount St. Louis Moonstone
Snowboard – Down Hill Ski Trip
Once again we are offering this fascinating snowboard / down hill ski day trip to Mount St. Louis Moonstone. We will meet at Wild Rock at 8am, where a bus will be waiting to take us to the hills. We are planning be back by 8pm. Cost TBA.

All in stock Burley trailers are 15% off!

Go to http://www.burley.com/products/trailers/default.aspx to see which one is right for your family. D'Lite, Encore, Bee, Nomad and Solo are in stock. 

Salomon Skis!

The leading company in boots and bindings has finally moved into Nordic skis!

Find out all about what they have to offer by clicking here: http://wildrock.net/newsletter/salomonskis.asp

Some of the text is hard to read. If you have any questions, email wildrock@wildrock.net or come in and see what we've got and talk to our staff. 
Check out all of Salmon's Nordic gear at www.salomonnordic.com

Suspension Maintenance by Zac

Okay, let’s be honest. How many of you out there read the owner’s manual of your bike when you bought your bike, show of hands now…Yeah, that’s what I thought. In that case, you probably didn’t read that your suspension fork was supposed to be serviced every 40-70 hours of riding, that doesn’t include the monthly servicing that you can do at home.
Suspension Forks are the most ignored aspect of bicycle maintenance. If I could only count the number of times customers have come in stating, “I don’t know what happened, it just stopped working” which always receives the question “When was the last time you had it serviced?” That question always draws blank stares and confused bicycle owners. So how do you protect yourself from that blank and confused feeling? Well, to start, you can read the owners manual. Second, here are a few tips to keep your fork running smooth and problem free.
Suspension forks rely on rubber seals, found at the top of the outer legs, to keep out mud, dust and debris while keeping in the vital fluids that keep your fork running smoothly. These seals should be inspected regularly for cracks in the seal, lifting of the seal out of the lower leg and general cleanliness. While inspecting the seals also take a look at the stanchion tubes (the shiny upper legs) for wear, scratches and discoloration of the tubes. If you do find scratches or unusual wear on the upper legs then come and see us, there may be a more serious problem. Wiping down the stanchion tubes should be done regularly to ensure that dirt, dust and mud do not become embed in the seals and cause wear and scratching to the stanchion tubes. While doing this, apply a light lubricant (triflow is best) to the stanchion tubes just above the seals, and then compress the forks several times to work the lube into the seals, once finished wipe all the excess lube off with a clean rag. During foul weather conditions this should be repeated more rigorously and more often. If it is an air shock, spend a couple of minutes checking the air pressure with a shock pump, this will enhance the ride quality of your trusty steed every time.
Now, what we can do for you? Your fork should be opened, cleaned and any suspension or lubrication fluids should be drained and refreshed every year, if you are a heavy user (no, I don’t mean your weight), or every other year if a casual rider. Cleaning, inspecting and replacing bushings and seals if necessary should be done at the same frequency to keep your fork in tip-top shape. While having this done we fully inspect all aspects of your fork looking for possible issues or areas of concern.
Keeping your fork in top running shape will not only provide a better performing suspension fork but also save you some money in the long run and there’s nothing wrong with that.

Keep it upright
Zac

Zac Wheeler is our head wrench monkey - otherwise known as a bike mechanic.

If you mention this article, you will recieve 25% off suspension labour during the month of
November!

Last year, owner and buyer Kieran wrote an article explaining soft shell jackets and why it is one of his favourite pieces of outerwear. If you missed it, go here http://www.wildrock.net/newsletter/december_04.asp to check it out! Then read on to get the update this year to discover why we are having a hard time keeping them on the shelves!

The evolution of soft shell brings many advances in comfort and style to outerwear. There are different thicknesses or weights to accomodate different uses. The Pearl Izumi Accelerator Top is the perfect jacket for high activity like nordic skiing, cold weather cycling and running. Check it out at: http://www.pearlizumi.com/product.php?mode=view&product_id=100747 (US pricing on this site) On the other end of the spectrum, we have the Arc'Teryx Easyrider with high loft insulation offering more warmth for less activity, for example, walking to work or around town. You'll find this jacket at: http://www.arcteryx.com/product.aspx?prod=1098

We have several other models of soft shell that fall somewhere in between. An example is the Moonstone Talek, shown in the picture. This jacket highlights the fashion that is becoming the norm for soft shell. This jacket is as comfortable out on the town as it is in the woods! Click on the picture or go here to check out this jacket! http://www.moonstone.com/d_products.asp?id=085655

The last thing to note about this technology is that prices have come down! Come and try on one that suits your needs and see why they are so irresisitable.

Mention this article before November 30th and receive 10% off on the Moonstone Talek. The products listed in this article are availabe in both men's and women's styles.

Banff Film Festival

The Films are being viewed in Banff as I write this. The winners will be informed on Sunday Nov. 6th. Soon after, the vans and planes will leave Banff on a journey to show the films across the country and the world. Don't miss your opportunity to see what is going on in the world of mountain sports, culture and environments.

Come and pick up your Banff Film Festival magazines at the store! There are articles on some of this years movies as well as the book festival picks and the winning photos from that competition. Don't forget to pick up your tickets for the film fest! We've sold out the last few years well before showtime!

Sunday January 22 at Showplace

and

Monday January 23rd at the Gordon Best Theatre

Tickets are $15 each or both nights for $25.

Find more info at www.banffcentre.ca/mountainculture/2005/festivals/film/