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Fresh Air Experience Ottawa

A landmark cross country ski & bike shop, Fresh Air Experience has been providing Ottawa & the area with high quality outdoor goods and service since 1969.

Fresh Air Experience has been providing Ottawa and area with high quality outdoor goods and service since 1969. We specialize in cross-country skis, bicycles, clothes, and many other great products. We have long been at the forefront of race ski selection techniques and high performance waxing and are extremely proud of the podiums and other huge accomplishments that our customers have earned whil

e skiing equipment selected by us. We stock XC skis for all ages and abilities. Whether you prefer classic technique or skate, or want to take your adventures more into the back country, we have what you need. And all at great prices. We ship skis to customers across Canada, from BC to Newfoundland. We have friendly, community involved, active participant and well-trained staff just waiting to help you gear up. Just give us a call or drop us a line, it will be our pleasure to serve you.

03/26/2026

Ski season is coming to a close. As we transition into spring, we will be stopping our ski service as of March 31st. Come in now for some great end of season sales before we put our winter stock away. ❄️❄️❄️ #613

03/12/2026

BC Ski Demo Day – Calabogie, ON
Madawaska Nordic Ski & Recreation Trail Network

Curious about Nordic backcountry skiing or looking to try a new setup? Join us for a BC Ski Demo Day at the Madawaska Nordic Ski and Recreation Trail Network in Calabogie.

We’ll have a full fleet of Salomon Nordic backcountry skis and boots available to test, including the Outside 100, Outside 82, Outside 65, and Outpath 65. Whether you’re new to backcountry touring or already exploring off-track terrain, this is a great opportunity to try different gear and experience the trails.

The demo will be set up at the Eagles Nest Parking Lot, which provides direct access to the Madawaska trail network. Come anytime during the day, chat with the team, and take a pair of skis out for a spin.

Event Details
• Location: Madawaska Nordic Ski & Recreation Trail Network, Calabogie, ON
• Access Point: Eagles Nest Parking Lot
• Parking/Trail Fee: $5
• Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Demo Fleet: Salomon Nordic BC skis & boots

Bring your winter gear, a sense of adventure, and come discover how fun Nordic backcountry skiing can be.

All are welcome — we hope to see you on the trails! ❄️

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! ❄️

Today we’re celebrating all of the incredible women who make our community stronger — from the athletes pushing boundaries on the trails, to the passionate women working in our store, and the many leaders helping shape the outdoor industry.

Your energy, dedication, and love for the outdoors inspire all of us every day. Whether you’re setting tracks, chasing new adventures, helping customers find the right gear, or building the future of the sport, we’re grateful to have you as part of this community.

Thank you for everything you do to make the outdoor world more welcoming, supportive, and inspiring.

Here’s to the amazing women of Fresh Air and the entire outdoor community. 💙

03/04/2026

Wishing you all a happy National Backcountry Ski Day! This season has been full of amazing experiences , incredible snow, and great company. From Communiski events to backcountry adventures in the and across the region, backcountry skiing continues to be one of the best ways to experience winter - especially on the new Outside ski lineup 🥳 So much fun!!

Thanks to everyone who’s been part of the journey so far this year!l, there’s still more to come!

02/27/2026

Spring skiing in the backcountry is just around the corner! Want to try it out? Keep an eye out for Communiski demo nights with and , happening each week in the Gatineau Park! 👀

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02/23/2026

When the fresh snow hits, the backcountry calls. Great fun over the weekend at the with perfect conditions and just enough trail breaking to keep things interesting. ❄️

02/17/2026

Another in the books. What an incredible weekend celebrating skiing, community, and winter in the Outaouais. ❄️🎿

A huge thank you to the Gatineau Loppet team for having us, and congratulations to every participant who lined up — from first-timers to elite racers — across all events. The energy out there never disappoints.

Behind the scenes, we’re especially grateful to our amazing Fresh Air Experience staff who worked tirelessly all week preparing and tuning hundreds of skis to help racers feel their best on course. Early mornings, late nights, and a lot of wax later — you made it happen.

And of course, none of this event exists without the incredible volunteers who give their time to make race weekend run smoothly. Your dedication is what makes events like this so special.

Already looking forward to next year. 🙌

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02/12/2026

🔥 OUR BIGGEST SKI SALE OF THE SEASON 🔥

Happening this weekend at the Gatineau Loppet — 3 days only, on-site only.

We’re bringing the deals from:
Salomon • Swix • Fischer • Atomic

🏁 40% OFF race skis
🏁 40% OFF race boots
🏁 40% OFF poles
🏁 Up to 60% OFF clothing

If you’ve been waiting to upgrade your setup, this is your moment.

Excludes 2026 new launch products.

See you at the Loppet. ❄️💨

02/10/2026

Our future Olympians battled it out this past weekend at the Canadian Eastern Championships — and the level of talent on display was nothing short of inspiring.

From powerful sprint finishes to tactical climbs, these athletes left it all on the course. The next generation of Canadian skiing is looking incredibly strong.

It was an absolute pleasure to support the event and capture all the action throughout the weekend. Huge thanks to for hosting such an incredible championship and creating an atmosphere that truly celebrates the sport.

Next stop: .
We’ll see you on the start line this weekend. 🔥🇨🇦

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01/22/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out to the backcountry ski demo! More of these to come, so stay tuned for dates and opportunities to try out some BC skis, they’re a blast!

11/30/2025

More snow!!! Don’t let the chilly temperatures stop you from getting outside this winter. The KV+ Alaska Power mittens have you covered providing up to 3 hours of heat to keep your hands toasty warm! 🔥

📸.antoine.daoust

11/11/2025

And just like that, we’re back!

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1291 Wellington Street W
Ottawa, ON
K1Y3A8

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 7pm
Friday	10am - 7pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+16137293002

Website

https://www.freshairexp.com/

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