2016 Holiday Gift Guide: Hiking
1. Oboz Bridger Insulated Bdry Boots
Winter boots disguised as hiking boots. What exactly does that mean? Oboz took their crowd-pleasing Bridger hikers and added in 200g Thinsulate insulation, a wool-topped BFit Thermal Footbed, and a cold weather specific outsole to make the Bridger Insulated BDry (women's, men's), a boot that reigns supreme over even the wettest snow-covered trails.
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2. Darn Tough Hiking Socks
The name speaks for itself. Guaranteed for life, these Merino wool socks are a hiker’s best friend. Winter chill is no match for the warming powers of Darn Tough hiking socks.
3. Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Z Poles
Built for deep winter trailbreaking or gear-laden alpine approaches, the Alpine Carbon Z-Pole combines three-section compaction with light, stiff, four-season construction. A natural cork grip and moisture wicking strap will keep your favorite hiker’s hands happy as can be.
4. Osprey Manta AG 36 Hydration Pack
For the day hiker who isn’t messing around. The Manta AG 36 combines Osprey’s innovative Anti-Gravity suspension system with a Hydraulics LT 2.5 liter reservoir and a host of zips and storage to make this pack a perfect companion no matter how many miles you’re looking to log.
5. Nemo Dagger Tent
Offering up the best of both worlds, the NEMO Dagger is light enough for ultra light backpacking yet roomy enough to wait out a storm without feeling claustrophobic.
6. Jetboil Genesis 2 Burner Stove
The outdoorsy foodie in your life will have a field day with this backcountry stove system. Unparalleled simmer control, rapid boil time, and Jetlink fuel output port for expanded cooking systems make the Jetboil Genesis 2 stove the ultimate in gourmet camp cooking.
7. Helle Algonquin Knife
No hiker should take to the trails without their trusty knife in hand. The Helle Algonquin is made with beautiful darkened oak and features a 69 mm blade made with triple laminated stainless steel for unparalleled strength.