With the Holiday Season fully upon us, it’s time to grant loved ones their gear wishes. Whether their passion of choice is hiking, ascending mountains, or just good ol’ fashioned outdoor revelry, we’ve got you covered. Following is our editors’ definitive holiday gift guide chock-full of do anything, go anywhere products for the seriously savvy outdoor fanatics.
Hydro Flask True Pint Pack
Deliver them from a life long purgatory of sipping lukewarm beer. This gift pack includes all 4 Hydro Flask True Pints in one beautiful gift pack. These stainless steel pints with double-wall vacuum insulation will keep their favorite libations frosty cold from the first sip to the last drop. Naturally 100% BPA-Free, taste-free stainless steel not only ensures their brew always tastes tap fresh, but won’t rust over time – which is good because the True Pints will be coddling their craft brewed goodness for years to come.
Hydroflask.com; MSRP $80
Topo Designs Mountain Backpack
Durable, lightweight and comfortable, the Mountain Pack is just as at home on a climbing trip as it is on the daily commute. Topo Designs outfitted the Mountain Pack with a 500-denier exterior, waterproof zippers, and heavy-duty strap loops to ensure this pack outlives their passport. The down-the-front zippers keeps their gear easily accessible even with the top cinched down, and the lid can expand to create a few more liters of storage for all of the “thank you” gifts they bring back from their european adventure.
TopoDesigns.com; MSRP $189
Leatherman Signal
Quite simply, this is the multi-tool no outdoor enthusiast should be without. In the all-new Signal, Leatherman’s traditional functional tools pair with new preparedness features like a shaped diamond coated sharpener for maintaining your straight and serrated blade, fire-starting ferro rod, and an emergency whistle. Whether have you socked in at basecamp? Lightening your load on that day hike? No problem. Stay ready for the expected (and unexpected) no matter where you are with everything you need to stay safe and take your adventure further. Nylon sheath included.
leatherman.com; MSRP $99.85
stio Azura Insulated Vest
Cold mornings in camp, lunch breaks on the ridgeline and après beers in the trailhead parking lot—the classic insulated vest is a versatile tool for any cool-weather wardrobe. Featuring Primaloft GOLD for maximum warmth, the stio Azura Vest is highly technical, feathery light, and completely packable. It’s a versatile option that they will be able to rely on whether making breakfast during chilly campsite mornings, fireside chats at the lodge, or anytime their core temp needs a bump.
stio.com; MSRP $139.50
stio Gannett Fleece
A quality fleece jacket is like chicken noodle soup for your outdoor soul. Technical in appearance and fit, the stioGannett is a warm lifestyle fleece hoody with a smooth-faced heathered look. Two handwarmer pockets and a chest pocket keep a headlamp or lighter close at hand, and technical details like thumb loops and a close-fitting hood let this comfortable hoody sneak out for a full-moon lap in the freshly fallen snow.
stio.com; MSRP $139.50
Fjallraven Vidda Pro Trousers
If you truly love them, you’ll never let them suffer the indignity of hitting the trail in a pair of old school denim pants. These adventure cargo pants made from durable, wind and water resistant G-1000 with reinforcements and double fabric on the back and knees. Low waist and regular fit with articulated knees. Seven pockets, including a map pocket, axe pocket and inner safety pocket. Elastic adjustable placket ankles. To date, these are the best adventure pants we’ve ever slipped into.
fjallraven.us; MSRP $150
Gerber Gator Premium Fixed Drop Knife
Tired of gifts that only last a season or two? For those who value tradition, durability and a rugged piece of steel, the Gator Premium is Santa’s ultimate gift. Continuing a tradition of American made excellence, this knife from Gerber offers unparalleled materials and innovative design that is a perfect gift for the modern hunter, bushcrafter, outdoorsman or knife enthusiast. We’ve clutched a lot of cutlery over the years, so trust us when we tell you that the Gator Premium Fixed Blade is the elevated, first-class reincarnation of everything that made the original a best-seller for 25 years. Also available in a foldable version in the Gator Premium Sheath Folder Clip Point.
gerbergear.com; MSRP $146
686 Glcr Helix Thermagraph Jacket
Help them escape from the confines of boring, overly-techy outerwear with the help of the 686 Glcr Helix Thermagraph Jacket. With targeted insulation and superior weatherproofing, this jacket delivers clean style along with premium tech to help them stay dry and look stylish while shredding. The true beauty of Thermagraph technology is warmth at the core without any restriction of movement. This means more comfort, less bulk. A zipper collar gusset offers extra breathing room and a quick escape for excess heat. A strategic pocket array keeps everything organized and accessible without mucking up the sleek style of this next level shell.
686.com; MSRP $300
686 Glcr Helix Thermagraph Pants
Why stop at the 686 Jacket? Pair it with the Glcr Helix Thermagraph pants and you’ve got the perfect gift for the for the mountain purist.With the 686 GLCR Helix Thermagraph Pants they’ve got pockets stashed all over for optimum carrying power, combined with state of the art insulation to minimize weight and maximize warmth. Bottom line, the 686 GLCR Synth Thermagraph Pants are extremely durable and will comfortably last for many seasons to come.
686.com; MSRP $230
Icebreaker Quantum Long Sleeve Zip Hood
A truly useful tool can do more than one thing, and that’s the beauty behind this seriously versatile piece of outerwear from the merino specialists at Icebreaker. Made from midweight 260gm merino terry fabric, the Quantum Long Sleeve Zip Hood is ready for anything with a heavy dose of luxury and style. With raglan sleeves, flatlock seams and a fitted hood. It’s so comfortable, so easy to move in, you’ll want to wear it for every cool weather activity. And because it resists odor naturally, you can. Simply put, the Quantum Long Sleeve Zip Hood is the Porsche of the hoodie world.
icebreaker.com; MSRP $225
DigiPower Re-fuel QuickPod Selfie Stick
We love GoPro cameras, but as impressive as their specs are, they still can’t film for more than two hours before you’re required to recharge or swap batteries. Enter the Re-Fuel QuickPod Selfie Stick & Power Bank from DigiPower. This telescopic extension pole has a built-in 5200mAh USB battery pack in the grip that can power a GoPro continuously for up to ten hours. Extending from 17″ to 32″, the pole enables you to capture shots at a variety of angles, including wide group shots or selfie shots that fit in more of the action around you. Even if you don’t have a GoPro, this self powered selfie stick also works with smartphones and digital cameras.
digipowersolutions.com; MSRP $99.99
Kelty Cosmic Sleeping Bags
Once winter melts away and the wanderlust starts to kick in, they’ll need a sleeping bag worthy of meeting those adventures head on. All newly restyled, the Cosmic 20°F sleeping bag now has the exceptional warmth of 550-fill hydrophobic DriDown™ from Allied Feather and Down for higher performance. That means more moisture defense and quicker drying in the cold and wet. Versatile enough to use in 3 seasons, with great features like a thermal comfort hood and top draft collar, it’s a no-brainer for backpackers who love to be outside in rain, snow or shine.
Kelty.com; MSRP Cosmic 20 $189.99; Cosmic 40; $139.95; Cosmic 0 $289.95
*Unless otherwise noted, each of the apparel pieces in the guide are available in men’s and women’s offerings.