Holiday Gift Guide | The Outdoorsman

If you’re the type who loves nothing more than being active as you hunt vistas and being out in the wild, these outdoor gifts will step up your game! It’s always best to be prepared when you’re outside the home, and many of these can pull double duty on the route from town to trail while upgrading your outdoor kit!

The James Brand Redstone (US$99)

In the outdoors, the best knife is the one you have on you. The Redstone is designed to go anywhere adventure leads, thanks to its compact yet functional design, lightweight durability, and easy carry courtesy of a pocket clip and paracord. Featuring The James Brand’s island design, the knife lets your finger rest between the islands for improved grip. The 2.5” drop point blade is made from Sandvik 12C27 steel and is partially serrated, this makes it useful for most daily tasks from cutting food, to opening boxes and everything in between. Don’t be fooled by its minimal style though, this will also do well as a pocket knife for the wilderness and day hikes when you aren’t bringing a full kit with you. The polypropylene handle is comfortable and contributes to the incredible 2oz weight, which is impressive considering its strength and capabilities.

RUX Waterproof Bag (US$127)

While water-resistant protection is fine for a lot of carry setups, sometimes you simply need the next level of protection and that’s what the RUX Waterproof Bag provides. This 25L tote has a fully waterproof construction with a wide roll-top opening and tough RF-welded TPU-coated nylon. The bag includes grab handles and a removable shoulder strap for portability, along with a self-standing design for easy packing and access. The versatile design works equally well in urban and outdoor environments and the bag is also compatible with the RUX 70L gear hauler. Backed by a lifetime warranty, this is a solid pick for dependable waterproof carry in everyday, outdoor, and travel settings alike.

Huckberry x Mystery Ranch Greenbelt Hybrid Backpack (US$161)

Whether you’re hauling gear during the weekday commute, heading to the gym, or packing for weekend outdoor fun, if you’re looking for one bag that can handle all of this and more, the Huckberry X Mystery Ranch Greenbelt Hybrid Backpack should be on your radar. Inspired by ’90s vintage sportswear, this versatile hybrid pack can do it all, with a burly ripstop fabric and ballistic nylon construction paired with a U-zip opening for convenient access to your gear. The water-resistant collaborative pack is designed to straddle the outdoor/urban divide, jumping from trail excursions to urban commutes or weekend trips. A range of interior and exterior pockets organize your gear, including a padded pocket for a laptop and exterior cord for securing wet or dirty gear. And with its nod to retro styling delivering a fun blend of good vibes and ready-for-action functionality. The pack offers external pockets and cord to keep quick-access gear within easy reach, paired with a U-zip opening to the main compartment for convenient access and packing.

Huckberry x Danner Logger Moc 917 (US$260)

Want a do-it-all pair of boots that are comfy enough for everyday wear but versatile enough to step off the beaten track when adventure calls? These Huckberry-exclusive hybrid boots step up to deliver a multifunctional design that looks good on urban streets but can take on rougher terrain too. Available in an exclusive colorway, the boots take inspiration from Danner’s original 1936 design but update it with modern performance and moc toe styling. The boots feature a spring-loaded Vibram® SPE midsole, XS Trek® rubber outsole, and Stitchdown construction for improved stability. The full-grain leather and suede upper and GORE-TEX liner provide protection from the elements too, helping you take changing weather conditions in your stride.  If you’re spending good money on boots, it’s even better when they can do a bit of everything!

Prometheus Design Werx Stratus Down Hoodie (US$289)

No outdoor winter kit is complete without a good insulating layer. The Stratus Down Hoodie from Prometheus Design Werx is a brilliantly technical, goose down mid-layer. A feature rich jacket, the Stratus has plenty of tricks up its sleeve like the included travel pillow shaped stuff sack! High quality materials and manufacturing choices match the innovative design, with a highly weather resistant 20d stretch nylon outer and a tricot lined hood and hand warmer pockets. The baffles are stitch-less allowing greater thermal efficiency for the luxurious 850 fill power hydrophobic down, which will provide exceptional warmth in those chilly moments. The warmth to weight ratio of a jacket like this can’t be underestimated in your outdoor pursuits, and weather it’s worn for the whole adventure or called upon when the mercury plummets, you can be rest assured the Stratus Down Jacket will keep you toasty when the time calls for it. Not only is this suited for adventurous days in the wild, its sleek style, minimal branding, and subtle colour choices make this an excellent allrounder for days in urban environments too!

Arc’teryx Alpha Jacket (US$700)

Shells are the barrier against all weather based threats and it’s worth investing your money here if you’re serious about spending time outside. Arc’Teryx have been industry leaders in the outdoor market for almost three decades now and their fabric technology, manufacturing innovation, and warranty services are industry leading. The Alpha Jacket (originally the Alpha AR) is a robust mountain shell made from a combination three layer GORE-TEX Hadron and N40d three layer GORE-TEX PRO, and this hybrid approach provides exceptional weather protection in a lightweight package. This jacket packs down very small, but has the full feature set that you would want from a serious outdoor jacket, the laminated chin guard, tall collar, and watertight zippers to name a few. Cut in a regular fit, this updated version of the Alpha is no longer just reserved for alpinists, and allows room for insulation underneath as part of a complete layering system. Two external chest pockets and one internal zippered pocket provide all the on body storage you’ll need on your outdoor adventures! Coming in a wide variety of colourways, the Alpha is just that – the epitome of outdoor performance.