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My name is ______ and I am shopping challenged.”

It took a lot of guts to stand up in front of a group of strangers and say those words. But I knew I needed help. I knew the limp T-shirt I wore from the 1996 Peak to Valley race was enough to generate feelings of pity among even close friends.

A kind woman came to my rescue. “You think of shopping as a drudge,” she said. “You’ve got to think of it as a sport.”

“Huh?”

These were her tips. They helped me; maybe they’ll help you.

“The best defence is a good offence.” Translation: Hit ’em hard, hit ’em early and keep hitting ’em until they close for the day. The early shopper gets the best selection but there are gems to be had right up until closing.

“Play the zone.” Translation: shop Whistler’s neighbourhoods. The Benchlands, Marketplace, Town Plaza, the Village, Creekside and whatever you do, don’t forget a trip to Function Junction. But don’t try to do them all in one day; no one’s that strong.

“Blitz your specialty teams.” Translation: Focus, focus, focus. If you’re shopping for art, shop for art. Looking for bargains on skiwear or hard goods? Don’t get distracted. Clothes are clothes, cameras are cameras… but a good cigar is sometimes just a smoke.

Happy shopping, sport; you’re in the right place.