25 BEST HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR OUTDOOR LOVERS 2019

The best holiday gifts for outdoor lovers should be affordable and functional. They should be able to perform as advertised and be durable enough to handle almost any abuse thrown at them. I put together a list below of not only excellent products but products that any outdoorsy person will put to good use. From Jackets to pants to cool gadgets, you will be sure to find that perfect holiday gift.

Gifts For Men

The North Face Men’s Canyonlands Hoodie/Non-Hoodie

The North Face Men’s Canyonlands Hoodie is a midweight fleece for hiking. The polyester and elastane blend is soft yet stretchy, built to move when your boots are on the trail. Zippered pockets for hanging onto small items and a hood to prevent the chill.

Stretch, smooth-face fleece with a brushed backer for comfort
Attached hood with micro-elastic binding.Comes in a nonhooded version too
Molded-tooth center front zip
Hybrid set-in/raglan-sleeve construction
Reverse-coil-zip chest pocket with OT detail for added durability
Exposed, reverse-coil hand pocket zips
Micro-elastic binding at hood and back hem

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Dare 2B Men’s Interfuse Core Stretch

Lightweight Ilus Core warm backed knitted stretch fabric
Half-length zip with inner zip and chin guard

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Marmot Men’s Rincon Pant

Midweight waxed cotton polyester blend
Ultraviolet protection factor (UPF)50
Zipper secure cargo pockets and back pocket
Articulation
DriClime interior waistband for added comfort

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Fjallraven Men’s Vidda Pro Trousers

The Fjallraven Men’s Vidda Pro Trousers are pants for hardwearing outdoor activity. Hike, explore, chop down a tree if you gotta. G-1000® Original is a polyester/cotton blend, built to hold up to whatever the trail or forest throws at you. Reinforcements through the knees and seat increase their status of battling the daily dirt and scruff-ups with rocks and trees. Coupled with the fact that there are a total of SEVEN pockets on these puppies, you’ll never want to hit the trail without ’em.

Hardwearing trousers in G-1000
Mid waist and regular fit with pre-shaped knees
Reinforced in back and knees
Hand pockets, map pocket, multitool pocket, internal phone pocket
Pocket suitable for knee pads (79104)
Adjustment at bottom leg

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ExOfficio Men’s Give-N-Go Boxer Brief

ExOfficio Men’s Give-N-Go Boxer Brief Breathable Lightweight Long-wearing Stretchy diamond-knit mesh fabric provides maximum airflow

Breathable
Lightweight
Long-wearing
Stretchy diamond-knit mesh fabric provides maximum airflow

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Smartwool Hiking Socks

The Smartwool Hiking Medium Crew Sock is the winner of Backpacker Magazine’s Editors’ Choice Award, and a great all-purpose three-season outdoor sock designed for rugged day hikes or moderate backpacking. This Smartwool hiking sock Features an arch brace that holds the sock in place and adds additional support, and a flat-knit toe seam that keeps you comfortable throughout the day. Features of the Smartwool Hiking Medium Crew Sock Sizing clearly indicated on the sock Flat knit toe seam Elasticized arch brace Made in the USA

Sizing clearly indicated on the sock
Flat knit toe seam
Elasticized arch brace
Made in the USA

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The North Face Men’s Kilowatt ThermoBall Jacket

The North Face Men’s Kilowatt ThermoBall Jacket is a lightweight insulated jacket designed high-output cold-weather activities. Whether hiking, running, climbing or snowshoeing, this jacket delivers the right balance of warmth and breathability for your winter training sessions. The body features ThermoBall™ insulation with windproof face fabric for reliable core warmth. The side panels and arms are made of FlashDry-XD™ fleece that’s extra breathable and, you guessed it, dries super quickly.

- Standard fit
- Core thermal protection with WindWall® and DWR
- Secure-zip hand pockets
- Reinforced seams

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Anti-pilling fleece
Secure-zip chest pocket
Media compatible
Logo on left chest and back-right shoulder
Insulation: PrimaLoft® ThermoBall™ synthetic insulation

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For Women

Prana Women’s Halle Pant

The Prana Women’s Halle Pant is a stretch hiking pant for getting into the outdoors. Stretch ‘Zion’ fabric is a nylon/spandex blend that wicks moisture from the body while also providing water resistance against unexpected light rains. Tie on your hiking boots and spend your time on the trail and the articulated knees keep movement easy and simple. If the heat starts to get to you, roll up the leg and snap the straps to prevent them from falling.

Stretch ‘Zion’ performance woven with durable water repellent (DWR) finish
Cross-functional pant
Trouser styling with snap front
Articulated knees
Roll-up leg feature
Hidden zip stash pocket at upper right leg
Durable Water Repellent (DWR): Resistant to penetration by water but not entirely waterproof
Stretch: Stretch fabrication extends, expands and contracts to move with you allowing for ultimate flexibility during any sport, activity or movement
Quick Dry: Water resistant, these products keep moisture on the fabric’s surface making it easy for the sun and/or air to lift moisture out and promote evaporation

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Smartwool Women’s Merino 250 Baselayer Pattern Crew

The Smartwool Women’s Merino 250 Baselayer Pattern Crew is a 100% merino wool base layer for cold weather exploring. Ski, hike or climb if the weather is cold pull this on next-to-skin and layer up over top. It keeps you warm and wicks moisture away as you sweat it up during your fun on the snow-covered mountain.

Interlock knit for enhanced comfort, breathability, thermoregulation, and odor resistance
Crew neck with set-in sleeves
Back body seam wraps to front for body-enhancing fit
Shoulder panels eliminate top shoulder seams
Flatlock seam construction designed to minimize chafing

SHOP Smartwool Women’s Merino 250 Baselayer Pattern Crew

Salomon Women’s X Ultra 3 Mid GTX Shoe

The Salomon Women’s X Ultra 3 Mid GTX Shoe is a mid-height hiker for exploring the trails. Stability is delivered starting from the injected EVA midsole and with the Advanced Chassis™, between midsole and outsole. Walk with confidence on a variety of terrain, the High Traction Contagrip® connecting with each step. A GORE-TEX® Performance Comfort Footwear delivers waterproof, breathable protection from wet weather.

Softshell
Water-resistant textile
Waterproof PU coated leather
Women’s specific last
Mudguard
Protective heel cap
Protective rubber toe cap
Optimized fit for Women
Sensifit
Women-specific features
Women-specific design
Gusseted tongue

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The North Face Women’s Gotham Jacket II

The North Face Women’s Gotham Jacket II is an insulated coat for everyday life in the cold of winter. The hybrid insulation features 550 fill down and 160g of Heatseeker™ synthetic insulation to heat you up on the coldest of days. Adjust your style with the help of the removable faux fur ruff at the hood. On one day, gone the next. Zippered pockets prevent items from getting lost along the way and a shaped waist keeps you looking your best.

Attached, adjustable hood with removable, faux-fur ruff
Exposed center front zip
Elastic thread on side waist for added shaping
Covered, secure-zip hand pockets
Internal, secure-zip, media-compatible pocket
Embroidered TNF logo on chest and back shoulder

SHOP The North Face Women’s Gotham Jacket II

Smartwool Women’s Merino 250 Baselayer 1/4 Zip Top

The Smartwool Women’s Merino 250 Baselayer Crew is a midweight baselayer top made for cold-weather comfort. It’s great for keeping you warm but not too warm while hiking or skiing. Made with 100% Merino wool, it’s soft on the skin, naturally odor-resistant, and keeps moisture off the skin.

Back body seam wraps to front for body-enhancing fit
Shoulder panels eliminate top shoulder seams
Flatlock seam construction designed to eliminate chafing
Interlock knit

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Outdoor Research Women’s Vigor Midweight Sensor Glove

The Outdoor Research Women’s Vigor Midweight Sensor Glove is a fleece glove for midweight warmth. Not to light, not too heavy, just right. ActiveTemp fleece is a polyester and spandex blend, which helps regulate temperature as well as keep hands dry and comfortable. The silicone grip helps you grab onto trekking poles to smartphones, with touchscreen compatible fleece at the thumb and index fingertip.

Breathable
Lightweight
Wicking, quick-drying
Thermo-regulating active temp treatment
Anti-slip silicone pads on palm and finger
Glove clip
Tapered wrist
Double layer fleece construction
Embossed sensor logo on the index fingertip
Touchscreen-compatible

Fabric Details

Activetemp fleece 265g weight 93% Polyester, 7% Spandex, touchscreen fleece thumb, and index fingertip

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Fjallraven Women’s Nikka Trouser

The Fjallraven Women’s Nikka Trouser is a technical pant for hiking and climbing. The G-1000® fabric is durable with a touch of elastane to help you move with ease. Reinforced at the seat, knees, and cuffs, they’ll hold up to constant trail use. The fitted shape won’t leave your fashion sense behind while still allows for proper bending and movement through the crotch. The waist features a higher back to prevent packs from rubbing the wrong way and zippered hand pockets secure items so they won’t fall out mid-climb. They’re even accessible while wearing a pack. Tuck any extra items in the thigh pockets and rock the outdoors.

Trekking trousers in stretch and G-1000 that gives you freedom of movement and durability
G-1000 reinforcement at butt, knees and leg ends
Extra high back rise and pre-shaped knees
2 hand pockets, 1 big leg pocket, 1 smaller inner mesh pocket and 1 pocket for cellphone or GPS

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For Hikers

Osprey Talon 22 Pack

The Osprey Talon 22 Pack is a versatile pack for day hikes, mountain bikes, in town, outta town, and everywhere in between. At 22L, it’s small but mighty and carries the essentials. Pile in snacks, a hydration reservoir into the external sleeve, perhaps a rain jacket. The AirScape™ backpanel with Biostretch™ hipbelt and harness cushion the load against your back, so you can continue on for that last mile.

Stow-On-The-Go trekking pole attachment
Lower InsideOut compression/carry straps
Side stretch mesh pockets
External hydration sleeve
Stretch mesh harness stash pocket
Two zippered hipbelt pockets
Dual zippered panel access to main compartment
Large stretch mesh front panel pocket
Ice tool loop with bungee tie-offs
Top panel zippered stash pocket
LidLock helmet attachment
Atilon framesheet spreads load across the backpanel to the peripheral frame
Precision cut and accordion spread mesh-covered foam ridges
Lightweight and comfortable contact surfaces
Mesh-covered, die-cut slotted foam harness
Slotted adjustable sternum strap with whistle buckle
Stretch woven harness pockets
Mesh-covered, die-cut slotted foam hipbelt
Zippered stretch mesh hipbelt pockets
ErgoPull hipbelt closure with hipbelts directly connect to backpanel mesh
Seamless lumbar to hipbelt body wrap

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Mountainsmith Rhyolite 6061 Poles

Molded EVA handle
A spring-loaded anti-shock system with lock-out feature
Three telescoping sections
Twist-lock double cam adjustment
Removable hiking baskets with locking pin
Rubber boot tips
Adjustable soft-touch webbing wrist strap
Snow basket compatible (sold separately)
Sold as pair

Fabric Details

6061 Aluminum
Carbide tips

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Petzl Tikkina Headlamp

The Petzl Tikkina Headlamp is a classic hands-free light for camping and hiking. Heck, even give it a spin around the house when fixing a pipe under the sink. This versatile little guy has a comfortable headband, allowing you to put it on your head. The 150 lumens are lit up via 3 AAA batteries (included) or get yourself a CORE rechargeable battery (not included).

Long burn time
Simple to use, thanks to its single button with which to quickly and easily select the lighting mode
Three lighting modes: proximity, movement and distance vision
Compatible with the CORE rechargeable battery

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Merrell Men’s Moab Edge 2

Mesh and TPU upper
Traditional lace closure
Bellows tongue keeps debris out
Breathable mesh lining
Kinetic Fit Base removable contoured insole for flexible support
Molded nylon arch shank
5mm lug depth
Sweat and moisture
Breaks down odor causing microbes in shoes
Infused into shoe lining and materials
Tear resistant durable outsole
Self-cleaning lug design
Angled Lugs cut through terrain
Highly slip-resistant traction
Grips in any weather

SHOP Merrell Men’s Moab Edge 2

For Backpacking

Sawyer Mini Water Filter

The Sawyer MINI filter is a small filter for backpacking, travel and anywhere you need safer drinking water. It’s called the MINI for a reason because you can tuck it into your pack, hold it in your hand or stuff it in your pocket and take it anywhere. It’s small and ready to use whenever you need a drink. Attach it to the included pouch and drink from there. Or maybe you have a hydration reservoir, then you can link it inline to the hose. There is even a straw so you can drink right from the source or just attach it to a pop bottle. Yeah, I said pop, not soda. We’re from Michigan over here. I bet that freshly filtered water still tastes good though

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Klymit Insulated Static V Sleeping Pad

The Klymit Insulated Static V Sleeping Pad is an insulated air mattress for four-season camping and backpacking. Hidden within the air chambers is not just the 10-12 breaths of air you’ve added, but synthetic fibers to boost the warmth as you sleep upon the ground. Coupled with the v-chamber design, you’ll be sleeping comfy from bedtime to morning. Just 25 ounces of weight in your pack will keep you off the cold ground and dreaming all night long.

4-Season Insulated Sleeping Pad
Warmth all year long, R-Value 4.4
V Chamber body map optimized for comfort
Dynamic side rails keep you on the pad all night
Great for ground, cot, or hammock sleeping
Ideal for every cold weather adventure

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ALPS Mountaineering Aries 2 Tent

Free-standing pole system with 7000 series aluminum poles
The top cross pole allows more headroom and interior space
Great ventilation with mostly mesh walls
Easy assembly with pole clips that quickly snap over the tent poles
75D 185T Polyester fly with 1500 mm coating resists UV damage and stays taut
75D 185T Poly taffeta floor with 3000 mm coating
Factory-sealed fly and floor seams provide best weather protection
Extra-large 8 zippers on doors and vestibules
Full-coverage fly offers maximum protection
Extra guy-outs on the fly to stabilize the tent in bad weather
Two vestibules for gear storage and extra weather protection
Weatherproof fly buckles on for maximum adjustability and protection
Mesh roof increases ventilation and improves star-gazing
Mesh storage pocket, gear loft, 7075 aluminum stakes, and guy ropes included
Easy entry with two doors

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MSR PocketRocket 2 Mini Stove Kit

The MSR PocketRocket 2 Mini Stove Kit is a backcountry kitchen for solo backpackers. Included is the PocketRocket 2 stove, an aluminum pot, strainer lid, 16-ounce bowl, mini pot lifter, and a stuff sack. That’s a whole lot of stuff, just enough for cooking up and eating a fine meal in the backcountry. When it’s time to pack up post-meal, everything nests inside of the pot, as well as a 4oz MSR fuel canister (not included)

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MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR Lamina™ 30F

Unique Lamina™ construction maximizes the loft of your insulation; eliminates cold spots; and thermally maps insulation to areas you need the most warmth. By strategically placing insulation, we are able to concentrate warmth where you need it.

Features:

Proprietary, welded Lamina™ construction enhances loft and eliminates cold spots
Standard mummy cut is efficient, warm and comfortable
Contoured footbox follows natural foot position for maximum warmth and comfort
Tailored hood comfortably blocks drafts and seals in warmth
Lightweight but durable two-way #5 zipper with anti-snag for easy entry and exit
30D nylon ripstop shell fabric is lightweight and compressible
Glow in the dark, reflective zipper pull
Nylon compression sack and mesh storage sack included
Durable water-repellent finish
Left hand and right hand zippers available for zip-together functionality
Two-way zipper allows for easy ventilation
Imported

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Sea to Summit Compression Sacks

The Sea to Summit Compression Sacks are durable bags to help shrink down the contents that will eventually go into your backpack. Whether you’re headed out camping, hiking, or on a bike tour, your fluffy sleeping bag won’t fit into your pack on its own. Stuff it in one of these, then cinch down the nylon straps.

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Revel Gear Day Tripper Solar Pack

8,000 mAh capacity is suitable for charging smartphones, lights, GPS devices, speakers, and other small USB devices (~2-3 cell phone capacity)
Water Resistant, Dustproof, Shockproof and Rugged with sealed electronics housings and connection ports
2 USB outputs (5V1A) offers dual charging
Charges via micro USB (included) or top off on the trail with the built-in solar panel
Ultra-bright 20 LED floodlight illuminates a large wide-angle space (1000 Lumen)
Conserve power with 3 different light settings: Ultra-bright, Bright, and Ultra-bright Emergency Strobe
4 LED capacity indicators display remaining power balance
Ultra-bright run time: (6 hours)
Bright run time: (18 hours)
Ultra-bright Emergency Strobe run time: (10.5 hours)
Built-in blacklight LED torch provides a long-lasting low light alternative (99+ hours)
1000 Lumen light can run indefinitely as a work light when plugged into an external power source via micro USB
Supports renewable energy and lighting projects for those in need
Charge Time USB: 6 hours
Charge Time Solar: 36+ hours

25 BEST GIFTS FOR OUTDOOR LOVERS