Holiday Gift Guide | Best Gifts Under $50

Good carry doesn’t have to break the bank, you know? Whether you’re treating yourself, upgrading your siblings gear, or fulfilling a secret Santa role, we’ve pulled together some of the Best Gifts Under $50.

BioLite AlpenGlow Mini ($29.96)

This tiny light is one of those excellent gifts that you’ll get praise for time and again! Wildly useful, bright, easy to use, and flexible to setup, the AlpenGlow mini is a perfect compact lantern for the campsite and beyond. LEDs punch out 150 lumens of light while multicolor modes bring the party to proceedings. A bungee strap allows you to attach this to anything you can find, and the USB-C charging makes it a breeze to keep going. At 98g, this weatherproof pocket sized pal is a sure fire winner.

Ibex Lightweight Hiking Sock ($25)

Socks may have a bad rep as a boring or lazy gift, but when you get the right ones, they’re game changers! No novelty here with Ibex’s stylish hiking sock, that not only looks great in either of the three retro colours, but also keeps your feet healthy and happy on all those post dinner miles. A performance fit means no slipping, no bunching, no blisters for ultimate comfort wherever you plan on roaming. For $25 a pair, you can even choose two colours to gift!

Huckberry Waxed Canvas 6 Panel Hat ($44)

The baseball hat is a ubiquitous piece of carry, and their strength is in their simplicity. This winter ready version is made in Canada with sturdy waxed canvas, a leather strap, and brass hardware. Whether you’re strolling around town or putting up serious miles on the trail, this hat will help keep nature at bay, and look better and better the more it’s abused. A versatile addition to any wardrobe.

Bellroy Lite Pouch Duo ($39)

A sure way to step up anyone’s carry game is through good pouches. This super lightweight duo are a simple yet elegant way to organise a little more, and worry a little less. Available in four colourways, this pouch and pencil case combo pack flat when empty, but stand on their own when full. The pouch features two internal slip pockets, and both pouches have water resistant fabric and zippers. Three times lighter than Bellroy’s standard offerings, these are great for anyone on the go!

Ten Thousand Durable T-Shirt ($38)

We’re all going to be working hard post holidays, so why not do it in some new threads? Ten Thousand are known for their no-nonsense approach to workout gear and this is a staple. Made with a quick drying poly/cotton blend, this’ll take a beating over and over again, all while staying fresh thanks to the silver ion anti odor treatment. Flatlock seams prevent the dreaded rub, and with a passing score of over 20’000 anti abrasion rubs, you’ll have to work hard to outlast this shirt!

Opinel Picnic+ Folding Cutlery Set ($35)

Whether at the office, or out and about, food prep can be a pain. French knife afficionadios Opinel agree and have created the magnificent Picnic+ to solve the problem. This folding cutlery set comes complete with knife, spoon and fork. Based on their famous No. 08 folding knife, this kit is the perfect addition to any EDC or travel kit. Stainless steel cleans easily, and the locking mechanism means you can eat with piece of mind. This kit feels far more luxurious than $35, and it’s mix of ingenious design and high quality materials make it stand out from the crowd.