Ned Morgan

Ontario

Author, In the Mountains: The Health and Wellbeing Benefits of Spending Time at Altitude, published by Aster/Octopus. Editor @MtnLifeMedia

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On Cloudsurfer 2: Nimble Versatility for Road, Gym + Everyday Wear

2 weeks ago | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

This latest iteration of On's original runner delivers a well-balanced mix of performance and everyday wearability, making it a solid go-to whether you're lacing up for a workout or heading out for the day. The Cloudsurfer 2 (for men and women) boasts a lightweight feel and clean design. "It's the kind of shoe that easily transitions from 'athleisure' to heavier use," said our tester Susan.
Tested: Keter Artisan Storage Shed

1 month ago | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

My Gear Needed a Shed. For many years, my bikes, skis, paddleboards and camping stuff lived an untidy double (or triple) life. Bikes lived in the garage, crammed against the wall, crowded by the lawn mower or wheelbarrow, which lived beside them. My inflatable paddleboards lived in the basement, piled in a corner. My skis, boots and poles lived in another corner of the basement in the winter and in the attic in the summer. In short, nothing was ideally situated.
Buy (and Run) Canadian: Hettas Alma Cruise

1 month ago | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

Hettas: Performance Tailored for WomenOn day one, Hettas founder and Vancouverite Lindsay Housman and her team turfed the dude-centric playbook. Building a runner for women meant a top-to-bottom rethink, right down to the foam and plate technology. "We experimented with different foam densities, different plates," she told RUN. "One of our core ideas was simple: you don't need a carbon plate to get explosive energy return."Turns out, the science backs them up.
Tested: Yakima SkyBox NX Skinny

1 month ago | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

With 12 cubic feet of cargo space, and a weight of 43 lbs, the SkyBox NX Skinny holds a lot of stuff but its slender profile will never slow you down. From road trips with pets and kids, to camping with your buddies who bring too much gear, this SkyBox is an ideal choice for smaller vehicles, or for those who want to travel fast and light. So far this year, we've used it for downhill and Nordic skiing (crucially for us, it's long enough to fit classic-style Nordic skis.
Tested: Columbia Konos Featherweight Shoe

1 month ago | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

We love this concept: "Every surface is a trail." Columbia's catchphrase for their new Konos Featherweight shoe (for men or women) is an idea with a lot of appeal. With a minimalist ultra-breathable woven upper and adaptive cushioning and traction system, this omni-surface runner hits several sweet spots all in one place. Konos Featherweight: Fit and FeelRight out of the box, the Konos Featherweight fits like it was custom-moulded-no pinched toes, no pressure points and no hot spots.
Earth Month Gear Shed 3: Top Picks for Bike Season

2 months ago | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

For Earth Month, ML staff and partners offer a Gear Shed stuffed with the finest sustainable bike swag and apparel. Zeal HarbingerThese hybrid cycling-and-touring sunnies are built to conquer every last kilometre on rock, dirt or snow. From sunrise sprints to single-track flow trails, Zeal's Harbinger delivers clarity, comfort and confidence. Featuring Zeal's Optimum goggle lenses, Harbinger amplifies colours and contrast, keeping your focus consistently razor-sharp.
Earth Month Gear Shed 2: Top Picks for Camping Season

2 months ago | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

Gregory Alpaca Camp BoxSimplify your camp experience and stay organized with the 50-litre Alpaca Camp Box. Designed for pantry essentials-but useable for pretty much anything-it offers ample space for tall items. We think you'll find uses for the box beyond the campsite; so far, we've used the box for both ski and paddling gear. The combo hinge/latch lid lets you access your gear from either side. The removable Clearview Lid is designed with a gasket seal for waterproof and dustproof protection.
What is a Conservation Economy?

2 months ago | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

Words :: Ned Morgan // photos :: Glen Harris Here's a question worth pondering: What if economies could thrive and generate wealth inside a fully protected natural environment? This concept is a central tenet of the conservation economy, a model of sustainable growth that posits a healthy ecosystem as the foundation of a well-managed economy rather than the victim of a poorly managed one.
BERT Shoe - Mountain Life

Mar 21, 2025 | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

BERT is not a slipper, not a sandal and not a hut bootie. So what is it? It's a new, Colombian-made pre- and post-activity slip-on for hikers, bikepackers, fastpackers and any outdoorists before and after their trail time. The BERT is a bit like a Sanuk but with a grippier, tougher sole and more streamlined fit. Designed with a barefoot/minimalist flair, BERT's recycled, resilient and grooved rubber sole delivers grip and natural ground feedback while walking or running, and protects your foot.
Gear Shed: End-of-Winter Picks + Spring Previews

Mar 20, 2025 | mountainlifemedia.ca | Ned Morgan

ML staff and partners offer a Gear Shed full-to-bursting with gloves, multi-season jackets, water filters, totes, run shirts, bike pumps + a watch worthy of the Freeride World Tour. Kombi Outbound GORE-TEX Leather GlovesReady for all your extreme winter pursuits, the Outbound GORE-TEX Leather Gloves use premium-goatskin reinforced palms, a GORE-TEX membrane, PrimaLoft insulation and a wool-blend lining to keep your hands reliably warm and dry.