Come holiday season, we all strive to get the outdoor enthusiast in our lives the perfect gift. However, we all know that these same passionate lovers of outdoors adventure can be notoriously difficult to shop for – they seem to have the nicest gear, never drop subtle hints about what they want, and never complain about what they wish they had. Fear not friends, we’ve got you covered with a list of gifts for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. All coming in at under $60, these gifts aren’t just gumption tested and gumption approved, they might just be the perfect stocking stuffers.
GSI Outdoors Wine Gift Set
Wine is good… unfortunately packing glass wine bottles into the great outdoors, isn’t what we would consider ideal. Enter the innovative wine glass gift set from GSI Outdoors. The gift set includes a soft-sided 750ml Wine Carafe and two Nesting Wine Glasses all easily contained in a neoprene wine tote that transports and insulates the Carafe, while holding the wine glasses at the ready. Overnight stay at a remote campsite or simply picnicking at an outdoor concert, this gift set from GSI makes transporting your favorite wine convenient and fun. (Available from GSIoutdoors.com $39.95)
Perhaps the outdoor enthusiast/part time wine connoisseur in your life considers neoprene and nesting glasses an excessive luxury. If that’s the case then GSI outdoors also offers a 750 ml soft sided wine carafe perfect for heading into the backcountry or the backyard. Unique, two-stage cap’s wide mouth opening makes filling the bag from a bottle incredibly easy while the second, smaller opening makes dispensing the perfect pour simple and splash free. Enjoy your vino, then roll up this carafe, and head onto the second part of your adventure. At less than $10, you might as well get one for your own stocking as well. (Available from GSIoutdoors.com $9.95)
AVEX Travel Mugs….
Every adventure is better with the proper dosage of caffeine. The line of durable AVEX® travel mugs not only make transporting caffeine easy, but provides some stellar stocking stuffer options. Double-wall vacuum-insulated technology means that these stainless steel mugs keep beverages hot for 5 hours, and cold for 14 hours. Made from a company dedicated to crafting “functionally smarter” products, these mugs feature the patented AUTOSEAL® technology for 100% leak-proof and 100% spill-proof performance. Not only do they look great and keep your brew piping hot, they will likely be the last coffee mug you’ll ever need (unless of course Uncle Joe takes more than your leftovers home). The Highland is available in 16 and 20 oz sizes in a sleek design that feels like it was custom built for your hand. Meanwhile the Extreme is ready for anything the world can toss your way. The only problem you’ll have at Christmas is actually giving these to your loved ones. (Available from avexsport.com Price: Starting from $19.99)
PurifiCup® Portable Natural Water Purifier…
A solid lightweight, self containing filter that does it’s job without disappointment time and again. Easy to use in the field, this reliable microfilter transforms random water sources into thirst-quenching satisfaction throughout long treks or backpacking trips. Exclusive 3-stage filter technology means that PurifiCup eliminates more than 600 kinds of bacteria, providing safe and clean drinking water. So whether the outdoor enthusiast in your life loves adventure in the deep backwoods, or just spends a lot of time at busy terminals waiting to catch the next flight home, Purificup consistently provides water that’s crisp, pure and worry-free. (Available from Purificup.com Price $59.99)
ZENSAH Compression…
Designed to dampen vibrations during training, provide extra muscle support, and improve blood circulation to promote recovery, the ZENSAH Compression Calf Sleeves and Running Graduated Compression Socks deliver top-shelf comfort during your workout and beyond. Thanks to a graduated compressive design, and a knee-high fit these compression items help ensure your muscles feel more refreshed and less fatigued so you can play on and on and on. (Available from Zensah.com Price starting at $39.99)
yurbuds Inspire Sport Earphones…
Don’t let the size of the yurbuds Inspire for women headphones fool you. Developed specifically for women, these tiny headphones are actually a musical juggernaut of epic proportions. Guaranteed to never fall out, the medical-grade silicone gel buds come in two sizes and will give you a perfect fit and, designed to allow for ambient sounds, you aren’t isolated from your surroundings. The lady runner in your life loves music… now she can love her earbuds just as much. (Available Exclusively at Target & Target.com Price $30)
Hydrapak E-Lite Vest….
If you’re loved one is the type of person that skips Christmas dessert for a 15 mile trail run, then the Hydrpak E-Lite Vest is a mandatory purchase. Featuring the best reservoir in the business, a lightweight ventilated design, and extra pockets on the shoulder harness for stashing gels, this sleek minimalist vest ensures the runner in your life will never hit the trail unprepared. (Available at hydrapak.com. Price: $59.99)
PROBAR…
Avoid the holiday food coma. PROBAR is a healthy lifestyle, natural foods company that makes certified non-GMO, 100% vegan, certified organic snacks that are rich in raw ingredients – or as we like to think of it, “Simply Real.” And with flavors like Double Chocolate (Meal-Bar Collection), Chocolate Orange (fruition Collection) and S’Mores (HALO Collection), PROBAR doesn’t compromise on deliciousness. Unlike candy chocolates and other sweet treats we all love to consume throughout the holiday season, PROBAR’s raw, natural ingredients not only taste good but also give our bodies the needed nutrients and clean-burning energy to keep us on our toes when the relatives start to arrive. (Available at theprobar.com. Price: From $1.59 – $2.99 each or $17.28 – $31.88 for a box of 12 bars.)
Leatherman Piranha….
From the kitchen to the trail and back again, you’ll find plenty of uses for the single piece, multi-purpose Leatherman Piranha. Tightening screws, loosening bolts, prying things open or popping open a bottle for post-trail celebrations, the Piranha is ready for action. Add in the fact that this Leatherman multi-tool is covered under the company’s 25-year, no-questions-asked warranty, and you’ve got one stellar gift. We promise not to judge if you just decide to get one for yourself. Did we mention it’s TSA-compliant? (For more information visit www.leatherman.com/product/piranha)
Baladeo Pocket Knife…
At only 37 grams, this ultra light 420 stainless steel pocket knife from Baladeo is redefining minimalism. The simple, elegant Baladeo Knife is versatile enough for everyday use around the house or around camp. The lightweight design means it’s one accessory that will never bog you down – in fact, you won’t even know you have it until you need it. As easy on the eyes as it is in the hands, this is one gift that will bring the smile to even the most discriminating gear connoisseur. Did we mention it comes in a black gift box… one less thing to wrap! (Available at http://hyaliteequipment.com/. Price: $50)
Road ID Super Nova…
Limited light need no longer interfere with your loved one’s running routine. This little fella packs quite a punch. Simply put, it’s the brightest, lightest, most durable security light in its class. Attach it to your waistband, belt or even shirt collar courtesy of a tough plastic clip that won’t let go. More importantly, whether you give the gift of red, blue, green or clear, the strobe action of the Super Nova lets drivers see your loved ones from up to a mile away. (Available at RoadID.com, Batteries included. Price: $12.99)
Moji
Not everyone has the ability to visit a massage therapist after each workout or race, but with Moji’s 360™ Massage kit you don’t have to. Moji promises to help you to stay active and pain free through its line of dynamic massage products. The Moji 360TM Massage Kit which include its Moji 360TM Massager and Moji 360TM Mini Massager offer 360 degrees of muscle relieving, stress reducing, self therapy. These easy to use, take with you anywhere self-massagers may be just what the doctor (and your aching muscles) ordered. (Available at gomoji.com. Price $69.95.)
