Christmas is almost here, and if you’re like me, you haven’t bought a single present for anybody. Well if you really are like me, there’s a bunch of outdoorsy friends and family to shop for. So here are some last minute stocking stuffers that any gear head in your life will love and need.
Switch Sunglasses:
The most pricey item on the list is small enough to fit into a stocking over the fireplace and is sure to be a surprise for anyone who’s expecting their sock to just be filled with more socks. Switch sunglasses use magnetic technology for quick and easy lens replacement, so you can choose the proper lens for the light and activity you’re doing. We’ve been huge fans of Switch for a while, and the Lynx is our favorite model so far.
Chums Latitude Accessory Cases:
Gear junkies have lots of stuff, and that stuff tends to go outdoors. The outdoors has rain and snow and blowing sand… things that are bad for stuff. Keep your stuff safe with Chums Latitude Accessory Cases. They are made with heavy duty ballistic nylon and feature a water resistant rear window pocket and YKK water resistant zippers. Three sizes are available to fit everything from smart phones to first aid kits or camping toiletries, just to name a few.
Chums Eyewear Retainers:
Of course you can’t mention Chums without giving a nod to what the company is best known for – eyewear retainers. From rafting to mountain biking and everything in between, these straps keep your sunglasses on your person at all times so they are there when you need them, and they won’t get lost. Sunglasses are expensive, Chums retainers are not. Protect your expensive stuff.
Mountain Hardwear Logo Dome Beanie:
We like to rock the logos of our favorite mountain brands, and so should you. The Mountain Hardwear Logo Dome Beanie is the perfect, small gift that will keep your gear head’s… um… head nice and toasty. It’s made with an acrylic and wool blend and has a recycled polyester ear band lining that is soft and cozy.
Voile Straps:
Every backcountry skier in the universe swears by these simple, rubber straps. Voile Straps are primarily used to keep ski tips together while boot packing up steep faces on the backcountry. But they have sooooo many other uses. From gear repair in the field, keeping frozen skins on skis, to strapping mountain bike wheels to broken bike racks, the only thing limiting the Voile Strap is your own lack of creativity. Buy two, three, or fifteen… they come in multiple sizes.