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Gift Guide for Backcountry Skiers $25-$100 | UNITED STATES, WYOMING | 12/05/2008, by HotChocolate
It's fun to dream about winning the lottery and giving all your loved ones really awesome Christmas Presents. If you did win the lottery this year, check out Part 1 of Skiing the Backcountry's Holiday Gift Guide. However, most backcountry skiers have a more realistic budget for gifts. Below, you will find our suggestions for gifts that cost between $25 and $100. If you are looking for stocking stuffer suggestions, click here.
Tis the Season for Giving $50-$100
 Dakine Blade Backpack |
Dakine Blade Backpack $100 This pack is my personal favorite for everyday backcountry ski tours. It has all the right pockets in all the right places. I also like the not-too-small, not-too large size. It holds everything I need to have a safe, fun day in the backcountry. |
 Julbo Gravit Goggles |
Julbo Gravit Goggles $60 The Julbo brand is known for high quality sunglasses and has been a favorite among mountaineers for many years. They've made ski goggles for a few years now and I am very impressed with the clarity of vision while wearing Julbo goggles. I like the Gravit model because it fits nicely on my small face (some goggles tend to overtake my nose and cheeks). It is also nicely priced! |
 Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles |
Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles $60 There are two reasons why the Traverse Ski Poles have become an absolute standard for backcountry skiers. 1) They are easily adjustable. 2) They are affordable. For a hefty price, you can find superior poles: ultra lightweight, super compact, probe, etc. But for every day Alpine Touring, the Black Diamond Traverse model is more than sufficient. The handles are comfortable, they are easy to use, and they look great! |
Give'em What They Want $25-$50
 Pistil Designs Beannie |
Pistil Designs Beannie $25-45 I love ski hats. Every time I walk into a gear shop I seem to absolutely have-to-have another hat! My favorite brand of ski hats in Pistil Designs. They are so comfortable! They also seem to have a large variety of patterns and styles. Sorry guys, these hats are designed for women... |
 Black Diamond Flicklock Snow Saw |
Black Diamond Flicklock Snow Saw $45 A snow saw will encourage your favorite backcountry skier to travel more safely through dangerous terrain. Digging a snow pit is far easier and quicker if you have a saw. Check out the Skiing the Backcountry review for more info. We love the Black Diamond Flicklock. It would make an excellent gift! |
 Dakine Deluxe Tuning Kit |
Dakine Deluxe Tuning Kit $45 A freshly tuned pair of skis is a special treat- like hot chocolate on a cold day. This kit has everything a backcountry skier needs to wax and sharpen. It's an excellent value for everything that's included! |
 Sole Custom Footbeds |
Sole
Footbeds
$39.95 These insoles blow Superfeet out of the water! They provide incredible support and amazing comfort. Many ski boot-fitters charge $300+ for custom insoles. These heat-moldable footbeds at $60 are completely adequate for skiing unless you have specific, complicated foot problems. |
What about stocking stuffers? Check back next week for all sorts of fun ideas!
That's Our Opinion. What's Yours?
girlfriend wrote on 12/05/08 at 3:06:06 pm pst:
Dear Boyfriend,
I know that you check out this site every day... Do you remember the hat at Wilson Backcountry that I've been looking at every morning while we get our coffee at Pearl Street? It's a pistil hat. Hint hint... Love, Girlfriend
Greg wrote on 12/09/08 at 12:08:36 am pst:
I work for SOLE and I'm glad to hear you like our products. I wear them in my snowboarding boots as well.
