Black Diamond

August 12, 2026

Day Hiking or Trekking Shoes : Why the Sole Compound Changes Everything

Same trails, same amount of use, completely different wear. Find out why sole compound makes all the difference between a lightweight hiking shoe and a trekking shoe.

August 11, 2026

Why Isn't Your Gear 100% Merino Wool?

Why aren't your socks and underwear ever 100% merino wool? Our experts explain the smart construction behind your Smartwool gear.

May 22, 2026

Tent Canopy Fabrics Explained: Urethane Polyester, Osmo, and Silnylon

Not all tent fabrics are equal. In this guide, Franc from Plein Air Entrepôt compares urethane-coated polyester, Nemo's Osmo fabric, and silicone-coated nylon (silnylon) — three materials with very different lifespans, weights, and wet-weather performance. Find out which one is right for your next adventure.

May 11, 2026

3 Things to Know Before Buying a Sleeping Bag : The PAE Outdoor guide

Down or synthetic? Comfort rating or extreme rating? Mummy or semi-rec? Franc from Plein Air Entrepôt breaks down the 3 essential factors to choosing the right sleeping bag and avoiding costly mistakes.

May 6, 2026

How to Choose Your Mid Layer: The PAE Outdoor Guide

Down, synthetic or high-pile fleece? Our outdoor experts help you choose the right mid layer for your activity. Gear up at PAE Outdoor — up to 60% off.

August 1, 2022

5 tips for choosing the RIGHT sleeping bag

Do you dream of a deep, restful sleep in the middle of the woods and being woken up by birdsong in the morning? Are you still going to climb a...

June 30, 2022

What are the best running shoes for you?

The beautiful days are back and so is running! For your workouts to be effective and comfortable, choosing the right running shoe for your needs is essential. However, with the...

July 15, 2021

5 Benefits of hiking

It is impressive to see how simple a business like hiking can have as much positive impact on our health and well-being. What we love about the Trek, It is...

August 30, 2020

Everything for fall camping: the 5 essential equipment

One of the positive points of summer 2020 is that Quebecers will have reconnected with the nature of their beautiful province. Campsites are reserved until late this fall. The nights...

June 29, 2020

The 5 reasons to choose merino wool

All Plein Air Entrepôt employees swear by merino wool, summer and winter. We love this material for its adaptive properties and versatility. This 100% natural wool comes from Merino sheep native...

May 19, 2020

Do your multi-layers

The 5-layer theory DIncreasingly, people are discovering the usefulness and effectiveness of the multi-layered technique. Its main function is to provide all the necessary equipment in a minimum of technical...

May 19, 2020

How to choose the right down jacket?

As soon as the mercury drops, we start to see it on every street corner. In all colors, with or without a hood, a jacket or a parka, the down...