Giro DND Glove

Who doesn’t have a few single bike gloves laying around? If your bike buds are anything like ours, they can always use a spare set of gloves. Thanks to articulated pointer and middle fingers along with moisture wicking, stretch fabrics, Giro’s thoughtfully engineered DND gloves are our go-tos. Touchscreen tech at the fingertips doesn’t hurt, either.

Spurcycle Bell

In any relationship, proper communication is key to success. Mixed-use trails are no different. In case you can’t hear them shralping around corners, this made-in-the-USA bell should do the trick. Its distinct, resonant tone alerts fellow trail users, which helps avoid unnecessary collisions. Our bike park bestie avoiding a trip to the ER? That’s a gift we’ll give any day. Ring-a-ding, ding!

Stoic Bivy Suit

We can pretty much guarantee that this gift for campers isn’t in their gear closet yet. The Stoic Bivy Suit is packed with synthetic insulation (great for damp conditions) and is rated for temps as low as 20 degrees. And for the camper who’s ready to wiggle into their sleeping bag early but doesn’t want to miss out on any campfire stories, this suit is the ultimate gift.

Black Diamond Moji R + Lantern

We’ve all tried to dangle a headlamp from our tent’s ceiling, but we quit finagling after packing along this useful LED lantern. Collapsible hooks make it easy to hang, and its round shape casts an even glow. We appreciate that it’s rechargeable with a USB cord (no battery waste!) and that it has multiple light settings so we can reduce light exposure closer to bedtime. As for its stocking stuffer candidacy? This camping lantern is a mere 2.9 oz and easily fits in a pocket.

The North Face Base Camp XS 31L Duffel

Their next weekend camping trip will feel extra organized and official when you give them this durable, elite duffel as a gift. A heavy-duty, water-resistant outer differentiates it from casual weekend luggage, and padded straps make it comfy to carry from the car to base camp. We also dig the signature golden yellow color, reminiscent of inspiring Everest documentaries and backcountry sunrises.

The 31L duffel is the smallest in The North Face’s Base Camp collection. Kit out your camper with a set of varying sizes for bigger, farther-flung adventures.

So Ill Beastmaker 1000 Hangboard

Help them pull harder next year with a fingerboard trainer for home. This smooth wood hangboard feels gentle on rough callouses, and plenty of edge and pocket sizes invite progression for climbers projecting 5.8–5.11. 

Gift shopping for someone extra beastly? The Beastmaker 2000 swaps finger buckets for credit card edges and generous pockets for slopey monos. In non-climber lingo, it’s the perfect climbing gift for the human embodiment of Spider-Man in your life.

Mad Rock Duo Pad

Large, in charge, and always welcome at the crag, the Duo is the ultimate gift for any boulderer. Five inches of sandwiched foam keep landings comfy, and hook-and-loop attachments prevent ankle-twisting pad gaps. An added compatibility boon is the Duo’s carry—it features a flap strap system to easily shoulder two pads at once. So even if they already have a crash pad, this mega fall softener is a welcome addition to any gear garage.

Rhino Repair Cream

It doesn’t matter if the proj is a classic finger crack or a tried-and-true boulder circuit. A day of pulling hard does a number on any climber’s hands. Rhino’s repair cream has a non-greasy botanical-based formula that strengthens and rehydrates well-worn skin. Meanwhile, salicylic acid sloughs away dead skin cells to clean up ragged calluses, and magnesium promotes tissue health. So when it comes to stocking stuffers for climbers, wrap up some of Rhino’s signature self-care salve. 

Totem Cams

This cam may look little, but it sure makes for big adventures, especially when teamed up with all its pals. Totem’s cams are known for their patented Direct Load system, which helps this little tool deliver maximum holding power on trad and aid climbs. This holiday season, hook up your climbing partner with a replacement for that irretrievable cam that walked, or really splurge and gift a whole rack of singles to that special trad-curious someone.  

Looking for other trad gifts? Check out our full trad gear selection.

Evolv Corduroy Chalk Bag

Yes, this chalk bag drips retro steez. And yes, it’s fully featured and ready to send, too. We love that it has a zippered pocket for keys (or on-the-wall snacks!) and an elastic loop for a chalk brush. If the person you’re shopping for sends just as hard in painter pants as in spandex and values a yester-year aesthetic, we're pretty sure they’ll dig this affordable gift for climbers. P.s. Evolv makes an equally cool Corduroy Chalk Bucket, too. 

Backcountry Tahoe 2 Sun Hoodie

Unwrapping a tube of sunblock just doesn’t have the same excitement as receiving wear-everywhere gear as a gift. The Tahoe 2 Sun Hoodie blocks UVA & UVB rays and is super breathable, so it’s our do-it-all choice for warm activities under the sun. Hot fall hikes, summer river trips, even spring ski tours, this hoodie comes with us! 

Suunto Vertical Sport Watch

Upgrade their wristwear with a gear gift that not only goes the extra mile but tracks every one of them, too. This advanced sport watch from Suunto is an excellent partner in adventure, with a vibrant touchscreen, topo maps, weather reports, and an advanced altimeter. Of course, it also excels at daily measurements like a 24/7 heart rate monitor and pre-loaded sport trackers. 

DeFeet Aireator 6in Sock

One can never have enough socks... especially of the kooky and techy variety. DeFeet’s original Aireator sock was designed for cyclists, but we’ll pull them on for any high-output outdoor activity. These crew options have plenty of wild designs to keep each adventure unique, and their airy recycled-poly construction keeps feet cool no matter how hard we work. Cycling, dog walking, pickleballing, trail running, these socks are a welcome addition to any kit.