Want to outfit the bros in your life with stuff they don’t know they need? Dig into our annual gift guide for him. And, dudes, remember that your lady friends love gear, too. Pick from this list, wrap and give.
HIS: Get Creative
Feral Mountain Backcountry Journal
Denver’s hip Feral Mountain Co. retail store launched into making its own products (via an Indiegogo campaign) with this beautiful leather journal meant to encourage creativity—be it writing love poems or sketching mountain tops or taking notes on climbing routes—out in the wild away from electronics and screens. $45; indiegogo.com
HERS: Say What?!
Sound Huggle Headphones
These soft and cozy bluetooth headphones are a warm way to stay tuned in while out in cold temps.Plus, they fold easily into a daypack or work bag. Available in red, gray, or charcoal. $117; soundhuggle.com
HIS: Always a Winner
EuroSock Ski Sock Supreme
You can never go wrong buying guys socks (yes, because their feet stink them out so quickly). These comfy socks even cut down on that stink. Amen. $25; eurosock.com
HERS: Cuddle On the Go
Kammok Firebelly Trail Quilt
Snuggle up under the winter stars
with this cozy, down-filled layer, or take it on your next hut trip to throw over sleeping bags for extra warmth. $199; kammok.com
HIS: Solid Underfoot
Bogs Workman
Able to shuck the messiest slush and tromp in deep snow, these sturdy winter boots prove multi-functional for everything from shoveling the driveway to chilling with beers on the A-Basin Beach. $150; bogsfootwear.com
HERS: Vision Quest
Toms Women’s Sunglasses
Toms provides eye exams, glasses and sight-saving surgery to those in need when you gift a pair of their stylish sunglasses. Try the Yvette or Beachmaster lines for versatile on-off trail style. $140; toms.com
HIS: Surprise Him
Lululemon Metal Vent Tech Hoodie
Yes, he thinks Lulu is for women. He’ll change his tune when he puts on this comfy anti-stink hoodie shirt that serves as everything from ski baselayer to bike commuting standby to the perfect option for long plane rides. $98; shop.lululemon.com
HERS: Always a Winner
Giesswein Yukon Houseshoes
A pair of these boiled wool indoor-outdoor shoes keep toes toasty warm, while perfectly molding to each foot’s contours. They’re lightweight, breathable and unbelievably comfortable. $98; giesswein-usa.com
HIS: Cozy Up Commuter
Shimano Transit Fleece Jersey
Tech-centric bike brand Shimano also makes some functional yet surprisingly stylish apparel. This warm fleece will be your bike commuter’s new best friend. $85; shimano-lifestylegear.com
HERS: Fly the Flannel
Flylow Brigitte Tech Flannel
Wear it on the trail or out-and-about. This year-round mountain staple is a no-brainer. Made to look like flannel but wearing like poly, it’s well cut and breathable, an instant favorite. $90; flylowgear.com
HIS: Share the Goods
Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey
Combining bourbon distilled in Summit County and Kentucky, this tasty hootch is a gift to share by a warm fire or out of a flask out in the wilds. $32-$80; breckenridge
HERS: Head Case
Chaos Tafta Beanie
This large-knit, fleece-lined hat is just one of dozens of cute new designs from Chaos. Check out their website for an array of colors and flare from pompoms to furry ear flaps.$24; chaoshats.com
HIS: Light and Warm
Montbell Frost Smoke Parka
A perfect combination of light weight and insulating warmth make this 800-fill-goose-down technical puffy a shell that will see a lot of use—whether he throws it on while belaying, stashes it along as an emergency mid-layer or takes it brew-pub hopping in Denver. $259; montbell.us
HERS: Core Comfort
Lululemon Down For A Run Vest
This form-fitting down-filled vest keeps you warm at the core but cooled and energized at the same time. With a stash pocket in the back, it’s perfect for winter running, hiking or ski touring. $148; lululemon.com
HIS: Turn It Up
Braven BRV-XXL
Built for outdoor use, this beast of a portable bluetooth speaker brings the party anywhere his van life takes him. Clean, powerful sound distinguishes it from similar models. $300; braven.com
HERS: And Share Alike
Wood’s Alpine Rye Whiskey
Hand crafted at a micro-distillery in Salida, Colorado, from a mixture of malt-rye and barley, this classic is aged in oak for a rich, spicy flavor. Wood’s only produced 1,000 bottles so grab it while you still can. $50; woodsdistillery.com
