Still looking for the ideal gift for our outdoor lover? Look no further – we found another collection of great gear that any adventurer would love.
REI Flash Power Wool Gloves
Gloves are a perennial favorite for stocking stuffers. The new REI Flash Power Wool Gloves are ideal daily-wear gloves. With 47 percent wool content, these lightweight gloves are incredibly warm, even when they get damp (from a snowball fight for instance!). But the 11 percent spandex, and 42 percent nylon gives their durability and stretch for comfort.
A rubberized pattern on the palm and fingers provide grip in slick conditions. And the face material on the finger tips is touch-screen compatible so you can operate your phone on the go. $35. Buy now.
REI Women’s Campwell Henley Shirt
Whether relaxing around the house, or an apré ski dinner, the Campwell Henley looks and feels great. It works as a stand-alone top or as a mid-layer adventure top. The Henley sports a unique blend of organic cotton and recycled polyester to create comfort, warmth, and durability. The fit is somewhat relaxed, with ribbed collar and cuffs and a rolled shoulder seam for comfort even under pack straps. $50. Buy now.
Trxstle Rod Boots
I started fly fishing nearly 50 years ago as a pre-teen. I spent money earned by mowing lawns to buy my first fly rod – a fiberglass Berkeley 7 weight that I still own. That was a precious purchase in the late 1970s, costing me something like $30. Today, fly rods routinely top $1,000 and are delicate wands of composite materials. To protect these 4-figure investments, Trstle offers a unique soft Rod Boot. A braided polyester fabric makes up the Boot. It is a durable fabric sleeve that easily slips over fully set-up rods. I use them when transporting rods in my SUV when moving between fishing holes or rivers. I’ll also slip my rods into the Boot when leaving the rods in camp overnight, just in case someone bumps them. A stretchy leash attaches around the reel to keep the Boot in place. When not in use, the Rod Boot rolls up into a compact spool that fits into a pocket. Sold in a 2-pack. $29. Buy now.
Swiftcurrent Traverse Zip-Front Waders
When pursuing cold-water fish, it’s often necessary to get into that aquatic environment to be effective. But while trout, steelhead and salmon love cold water, anglers typically prefer to stay warm and dry. The Patagonia Zip-Front Swiftcurrent Traverse offers a great compromise between weight and durability. The Swiftcurrent Traverse sports a 4-layer construction that is breathable without the use of PFAS compounds. The waterproof front zipper makes it easy to slip in and out of the waders, and it also provides convenience on the river when nature calls. The fit is spot-on thanks to a wide range of sizes to accommodate different angler heights, girth, and show size. $549. Buy Now.
Patagonia Provisions Tinned Fish Variety Pack
Canned fish invokes a range of mental images in many of us. Frequently, the images aren’t complementary. But Patagonia Provisions tinned fish proves that canned seafood can be high quality and incredibly tasty. Patagonia buys their fish from responsible sources, ensuring the fish is sustainably harvested and carefully handled. The Variety Pack features a perfect blend of different fish and flavors. The pack include roasted garlic anchovies, spicy anchovies, lemon-olive anchovies, spicy mussels, smoked mussels, sardines in olive oil, coconut curry sardines, tomato sardines, sardines with black bean-corn salsa, and sardines with lemon white beans and leeks. $87. Buy now.
Huk Rogue Wave Boots
Sometimes the best gear is the stuff you use before and after adventures. Huk’s new Rogue Wave boots are ideal for traveling to and from rivers, but I also love them for stomping around my NW property. The waterproof neoprene and rubber uppers are soft and comfortable. Easy to slip on and off but stiff enough to stay up to keep out mud and water. The Grip-X outsoles are textured for grip, but non-marking on boat decks or hardwood floors. The simple slip-on design is made for comfort and performance. $110. Buy Now.
Huk Chesapeake KC Printed Flannel
Flannel shirts are classic Christmas gifts, and the Huk Chesapeake series are the best you’ll find this season. The mid-weight soft cotton material features 3 percent spandex for a little extra stretch and durability. The KC Printed version features a grey-green base color with a subtle pattern of fish throughout. The looks is unique and attractive and the fit is relaxed as flannel should be. $68. Buy now.
Grayl Mission EXP Backpack – 30L
The Mission EXP could be the perfect day pack (or day-and-a-half pack for ultralight enthusiasts). The Mission sports 16 pocks and supports Grayl’s modular storage system for those who want more space. The pack offers two waterbottle pockets as well a a hydration sleeve pocket. The shoulder straps include Grayl’s G-Mod Pouch System Velcro attachment area and a Velcro-loop landing panel on front of pack. The Mission features 100 percent recycled materials. It weighs 4.1 pounds and a wide range of torso lengths and waist girths. $254. Buy now.
