Description
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Description
The magic of Capilene is its ability to wick moisture and dry fast. With a smooth outer surface, the double-knit fabric of slides under your top layers. A brushed-grid pattern on the back holds warmth near your skin. Not too heavy, not too light, the mid-weight option takes you from alpine snowfields to early season campsites.
- Made of Polartec Power Grid polyester and spandex double-knit.
- Polygiene® permanent odour treatment.
- Elastic no-roll waistband.
Fit guide
MEC’s shipping information, for shipping within Canada, to the USA, and internationally. Find pricing information and mailing options
Free shipping on orders over $50
- On orders of $50 or more, before taxes.
- Offer limited to web and telephone orders shipped Standard Post within Canada.
- Orders must meet Canada Post size and weight requirements (no dimension greater than 1m, weight less than 30kg). Oversize items, such as skis and bikes will not qualify for free shipping.
- Hazardous goods shipments are not eligible for free shipping.
Orders under $50 sent via Standard Post within Canada are $6.50.
Free in-store pickup
Have your order shipped to an MEC store free of charge. Some conditions apply:
- Orders are shipped to the store of your choice for free. This includes most oversize items.
- Gift cards and new membership cards are not available through this shipping method.
- We offer limited tracking for in-store pickup orders.
- Be aware that shipping times vary by store.
- Restrictions may also apply to hazardous goods.
We will email you when your order is ready for pickup and you will need to bring picture ID to collect your parcel. For more information on the status of an in-store pickup order, please contact your store directly. Read more
Shipping within Canada
Orders are sent via Standard Post unless otherwise specified. Orders are insured in case of damage or loss. Applicable provincial and federal taxes are applied when your order is processed according to where the item will be shipped. Most orders are shipped from Surrey, BC and take one to two business days to process, in addition to the delivery times shown. Isolated and rural areas may take longer.
Canada shipping rates
| Method | Order total | Rate | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | up to $50 | $6.50 | 3–12 business days |
| over $50 | FREE | 3–12 business days | |
| Express | up to $1500 | $15.00 | 2–7 business days |
| $1500 to $3000 | $30.00 | 2–7 business days | |
| over $3000 | $45.00 | 2–7 business days | |
| Priority* | up to $1500 | $30.00 | 2–5 business days |
| over $1500 | $50.00 | 2–5 business days | |
| *Signature required upon delivery. To opt out, order by phone and specify you don’t want to sign for your package. | |||
| Purolator (bikes only) | up to $5000 | $49.00 | 4–10 business days |
| Bikes don’t ship to PO boxes, rural or remote locations. Call to confirm shipping availability outside of urban centres. | |||
Certain products or orders are too large, fragile, and/or heavy to be shipped by our standard methods. Please email info@mec.ca, or call us at 1.888.847.0770 (toll free in Canada and USA) or at 604.876.6221 (Vancouver area and international) and we’ll let you know if your order requires extra freight. A ground door-to-door service for larger items and hazardous goods is also available – some restrictions apply. Bulk orders are handled through Corporate and Group Sales.
Taxes
If an order is shipped to the following provinces or territories, MEC must collect the applicable taxes as described:
| Province/territory | Applicable tax |
|---|---|
| British Columbia (BC) | 7% PST on merchandise plus 5% GST on merchandise and freight |
| Alberta (AB) | 5% GST on merchandise and freight |
| Saskatchewan (SK) | 5% GST on merchandise and freight |
| Manitoba (MB) | 8% PST on merchandise plus 5% GST on merchandise and freight |
| Ontario (ON) | 13% HST on merchandise and freight |
| Quebec (QC) | 9.975% PST on the total of the merchandise and freight plus 5% GST on merchandise and freight |
| New Brunswick (NB) | 15% HST on merchandise and freight |
| Nova Scotia (NS) | 15% HST on merchandise and freight |
| Prince Edward Island (PE) | 14% HST on merchandise and freight |
| Newfoundland (NL) | 15% HST on merchandise and freight |
| Northwest Territories (NT) | 5% GST on merchandise and freight |
| Yukon (YT) | 5% GST on merchandise and freight |
| Nunavut (NU) | 5% GST on merchandise and freight |
Canadian taxes are not collected on orders shipped outside of Canada. However, orders shipped outside of Canada are subject to import duties, taxes, and customs processing fees, which are levied once the package reaches its destination. These fees are collected by the carrier or brokerage company and members are responsible for paying them. MEC is unable to give estimates for these fees. Please contact your local customs office for more information.
Shipping to the USA
Orders sent to the USA are shipped by Xpresspost. Bikes cannot be shipped to the USA. Orders shipped to the USA are not charged Canadian taxes; however, all orders pass through customs and are subject to import duties, taxes, and custom processing fees. A customs invoice will arrive with your parcel or may follow in the mail. Recipients are responsible for paying these additional fees.
MEC is unable to provide estimates for customs fees. Check with your local customs office for more information.
USA shipping rates
| Method | Order total | Rate | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xpresspost | up to $1000 | $19.00 | 4–10 business days |
Certain products or orders are too large, fragile, and/or heavy to be shipped by our standard methods. Please email info@mec.ca, or call us at 1.888.847.0770 (toll free in Canada and USA) or at 604.876.6221 (Vancouver area and international) and we’ll let you know if your order requires extra freight. A ground door-to-door service for larger items and hazardous goods is also available – some restrictions apply. Bulk orders are handled through Corporate and Group Sales.
International shipping
Orders going to international destinations are shipped by air mail. Orders shipped outside of Canada are not charged Canadian taxes; however, all orders pass through customs and are subject to import duties, taxes, and custom processing fees. A customs invoice will arrive with your parcel or may follow in the mail. Recipients are responsible for paying these additional fees. Bikes cannot be shipped to international destinations.
MEC is unable to provide estimates for customs fees. Check with your local customs office for more information.
Many international destinations are now receiving improved airmail service via Canada Post Xpresspost International. For countries and delivery times visit Canada Post.
International shipping rates
| Method | Order Total | Rate | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Mail | Up to $200 | $50.00 | 1–4 weeks |
| $200–$400 | $70.00 | 1–4 weeks | |
| $400–$600 | $85.00 | 1–4 weeks | |
| $600–$1000 | $98.00 | 1–4 weeks |
Certain products or orders are too large, fragile, and/or heavy to be shipped by our standard methods. Please email info@mec.ca, or call us at 1.888.847.0770 (toll free in Canada and USA) or at 604.876.6221 (Vancouver area and international) and we’ll let you know if your order requires extra freight. A ground door-to-door service for larger items and hazardous goods is also available – some restrictions apply. Bulk orders are handled through Corporate and Group Sales.
Shipping restrictions
Shipping restrictions may apply to certain products and destinations. These restrictions include regional distribution agreements, hazardous or over-sized products, and complexity in exporting some items.
Tech specs
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Tech specs
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| Type | Base layer |
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Fabric weight
Measured in grams per square metre (gsm). The larger the number, the heavier and thicker the garment. |
175gsm |
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Antimicrobial treatment
A treatment that inhibits bacteria growth and reduces odour. |
Yes |
| Made in | Mexico |