Also known as United Nations Luggage, these purveyors of optimal quality travel gear have been around since 1940. The U.N.Luggage store located in the Exchange District stocks only time-tested luggage brands, featuring brands like Travelpro, Briggs & Riley, Samsonite and Victorinox, among several others. While travel gear is spread across categories such as carry-ons, wheeled duffels, hardside luggage and lightweight bags, this specialist also excels in backpacks, handbags, wallets, laptop bags, business cases and tote bags. U.N.Luggage is known for its repair services too - anyone who doubts this nugget of information can rest assured, since Canadian airlines are known to send damaged luggage here for quick fixes.
Mountain Equipment (MEC) is among the best places in town to shop for your outdoor gear. This reputed Canadian brand opened its Winnipeg branch in 2002 and is set in three restored buildings. This eco-friendly store also offers tours of its building for those interested sustainability practices. Featuring an expansive range of clothing, accessories, equipment and footwear for men, women and kids, they offer almost everything when it comes to travel and adventure sports. Their expert staff will guide you through their wide inventory should you need any help. There is also a ski shop on-site. This store also offers equipment and gear for climbing, hiking, camping and water-sports on rent. They even do bike and footwear fittings to ensure a right fit. Excellent customer service, quality products and reasonable prices make this store a popular one among outdoorsy people in the neighborhood.
Winnipeg Outfitters Inc. is one of the best places in town to shop to gear up for winter outdoor activities. Their wide inventory has something for everyone. From hoodies to toques, mittens to apparels, accessories to fur hats, footwear, moccasins to travel gear and more, there is a plethora of options to choose from. Their affable customer service and reasonable prices will make shopping at this store a pleasant one.