Welcome to our 4th Annual Backcountry Skiing Canada Holiday Gift Guide. We're going to start things off easy with the under $50 category, then build up speed to the $50-$100 range, followed by the $100-$200 gifts before we culminate with the $200+ gift ideas. No matter what price range your spending preferences land in we're sure you'll find the perfect gift for that adventurer on your holiday gift list.
Top Gifts $50-$100
This is the second instalment of the Best Gifts priced $50-$100 so if nothing strikes your fancy here then try round one which is full of more gift ideas in the same price range. If you've got more to spend, well then hold on as the $100-$200 and $200+ gift ideas will be announced next.
Exped Camp Booty
Hut Booties are essential on any backcountry lodge trip, how else do you run to the outhouse to answer nature's call or dash to the sauna after dinner? Exped’s new Camp Booty are warm and comfy, and they snuggly fit your feet thanks to an elastic heel strap and cuff. Give the gift of warm cozy comfort this holiday season.
Price: $85CAN / $59US
Sizes: S, M, L, XL
Materials: Shell - 30 D nylon, Oeko-Tex 100 class 1; Liner - 30 D nylon, Oeko-Tex 100 class 1; Sole - 420 D TPE, anti-slip, PVC free, Bluesign
UAG Monarch Series iPhone Case
Protect your tech investment with a UAG Monarch Series iPhone Case that meets double the Military Standard for drop & shock protection. This featherlight case is constructed with 5 layers of protection including grain leather and alloy metal hardware, soft impact-resistant core & honeycomb traction grip. It is also compatible with Apple Pay and wireless charging units and comes with a10-Year Limited Warranty. A gift any phone user would love.
Price: $81CAN / $59.95US
Mont Bell ClimaPlus Shearling Jacket
The CLIMAPLUS Shearling Jacket is Montbell's warmest fleece garment, just by looking at it you feel all warm and fuzzy. The CLIMAPLUS fabric is made from 100% polyester unlike traditional Shearling wool, this synthetic version wicks away moisture, dries quickly and is much lighter—yet retains the same appearance.
Price: $99CAN / US
Colours: Sand, Pure Indigo
Fabric: CLIMAPLUS (100% polyester)
Sizes: S, M, L, XL
Weight: 562g / 19.8 oz
Sea To Summit Aeros Premium Travel Neck Pillow
Like their Travelling Light Eyeshades, Sea To Summit’s Aeros Premium Travel Neck Pillow is made for the traveller on your gift list this holiday season. The Aeros is super packable and when inflated narrows at the centre to fit snugly between the nape of your neck and your seat’s headrest. The soft and luxurious brushed 50D polyester knit cover fits over a supportive air bladder that is comfortable to the core.
Price: $54.95CAN / $42.95US
Colours: Navy Blue, Lime
Weight: 85g / 3oz
Packed Size: 9 x 7.5 x 4.5cm / 4.3 x 2.7 x 1.8in
Fabric: 50D knitted polyester fabric
Front Runner Outfitter Wolf Pack
What appears to be a simple plastic box is actually a well-designed cargo box that has a multitude of uses. From carrying firewood, to storing camp food, or organizing cooking and camping supplies, the Outfitter Wolf Pack is super useful at home and on car camping adventures. The perfect gift for the über organized person you know.
Price: $61.25CAN / $45.94US
Weight: 3.00kg / 6.6lbs
Colour: Black
Materials: Black high density polyethelene (HDPE) plastic
Dimensions: 51 x 23 x 40cm / 20.1 x 15.8 x 9.1”
Columbia Outdoor Elements Full Zip
Columbia Outdoor Elements Full Zip is a workhorse of a jacket, a go anywhere, do anything, reasonably priced layer that you’ll be hard-pressed to take off. Two handwarmer pockets and a Napoleon pocket provide lots of places for car keys, gloves and cell phone. Warm, comfortable and easy to care for, the Outdoor Elements Full Zip is hard to say no to.
Price: $89.99CAN / $80.00US
Colours: Black City Grey, Mountain Red, Night Shadow Columbia Grey
Fabric: 100% polyester
Sizes: S, M, L, XL
Weight: 562g / 19.8 oz
Platypus Chuckanut
Ever feel like all you need to do is wait 25 years and things will come back into style? There was a time when the kids where laughing at these. Now they’re all the rage. My wife’s fanny (or “hip” pack) has a blown-out zipper so I am slipping the Chuckanut under the tree. Shhhh. Perfect size for a bike ride, quick hike or paddleboard. I know she’ll love it.
Price: $59.95CAN / $49.95US
Sizes: 3L
Colours: Blue, Green
Weight: 0.24kg / 0.8oz
Material: 160D and 210D Water-Resistant Nylon; YKK Zippers
Eagle Creek Pack-It Specter Tech Cube Set
Like their Pack-It Specter Shoe Sac, the Eagle Creek Pack-It Specter Tech Cube Set is a water repellent organization system ideal for world travellers. The Cube Set comes with three sizes, extra small, small and medium so you have plenty of options for packing underwear, socks, shirts, shorts and even pants. Their translucent fabric allows you to see what’s inside before you open the full book zippers. You can never be too organized, especially when you travel.
Price: $51.95 CAN / $39.95US
Material: 30D Ripstop Nylon
Dimensions: XSmall - 11 x 19 x 5.5cm / 4.25 x 7.5 x 2.25in; Small - 17 x 24.5 x 8cm / 6.75 x 9.75 x 3.25in; Medium - 25 x 34.5 x 8cm / 10 x 13.5 x 3.25in
MSR Titan Kettle
For the man, or woman, who has everything…the MSR Titan is the 007 of kettles. This is a perfect size to go ridiculously fast and light, especially if accompanied by a Pocket Rocket stove and Titan Tool spoon. Perfect for freeze-dried meals, a cuppa tea or some miso soup on the trail. It’s also a good conversation starter. Consider purchasing one this holiday season!
Price: $74.95CAN / $59.95US
Sizes: 850ml
Colours: Titanium
Weight: 118g / 4.6oz
Material: Titanium (obviously)
Patagonia Capilene Air Gaiter
If you are familiar with the attributes of the Patagonia Capilene Air baselayers, this is a new application. Keeps you warm, keeps you cool—it also transforms, Buff-like, to a balaclava, neck gaiter or beanie. The air-blasting technique means the weight is low, but other properties like wicking, and durability are high. Get one for your honey.
Price: $59CAN / $49US
Sizes: One size fits all
Colours: Blue, Black, Grey
Weight: 43g / 1.5oz
Material: blend of 51% merino wool and 49% Capilene recycled polyester
UAG Glass Screen Shield
The ideal gift companion to the UAG Monarch Series iPhone Case (mentioned above) is the UAG Glass Screen Shield. This high strength tempered glass has a 9H hardness rating for superior scratch resistance and an oleophobic anti-fingerprint coating, and is ultra-thin at just 0.2mm in thickness. Double gift your favourite tech with the UAG Monarch Series iPhone Case and the UAG Glass Screen Shield for the best protection.
Price: $54CAN / $39.95US
Warranty: One Year
Scott Explorair Ascent Gloves
Scott calls these all-day touring gloves but I’d tell whoever you give them to to use them on the uptrack, unless it’s springtime. I’m a sucker for goat leather on my gloves, especially in the palms. These are very lightweight gloves that’ll contribute to your dexterity while touring. Easy to chuck in your pack and go. They size a little small so consider buying one size up. Make someone happy and get them a pair!
Price: $54.95CAN / $39.49US
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
Fit: Slim
Colours: Black and Grey
Material: 60% Polyester, 15% Leather, 12% Nylon, 8% Polyurethane, 5% Span, goat leather
On a budget? Then look to our “Best Gifts Under $50" by clicking here. If you've got more to spend then check out the first round of the best gifts in the $50-$100 price range. If you want to spend even more then there is always the $100-$200 price range and over $200 Part 1 and Part 2 price ranges as well. Happy Shopping.
