Mountain Equipment Co-Op

The quality here is fantastic, the backpack I bought here in 1994 is still in perfect condition.

outdoorsy types will make this place their home. a mecca for people who thrive the outdoors. you can buy your tent to hiking boots and everything else in between. only one catch you have to buy their membership, but still worth it.

Large store with a really good selection of camping equipment and clothing. They have everything from tents and stoves to backpacks, clothing and shoes. I find the MEC brand clothes to be very high quality. Their tents are also really good -- I've had one for about 7 years and I've never had a problem with it.