Buying Christmas presents is always tricky, especially if the person has some unusual interests. Sporting and outdoor enthusiasts are usually tricky customers to buy for as you can never be sure whether what you buy them is going to be used or just left to collect dust. I have written this blog post in order to lend a hand this Christmas and suggest a few hot items that anyone who loves the great outdoors would be over the moon with. The products I have picked are from SeakSkinz, Geber Bear Grylls and Garmin – they definitely will not disappoint!
Let us start with a relatively new product that anyone who spends much time in the outdoors will find VERY useful. SealSkinz specialise in making waterproof clothing. The UK is not exactly known for its year-round summer (quite the opposite!) so a pair of waterproof socks can definitely come in useful when out hiking in the hills and moors. SealSkinz specialise in fully waterproof, windproof and breathable accessories. They make fully waterproof socks, hats and gloves that are just ideal for outdoor and sport enthusiasts. All items are breathable and waterproof due to the material made with patented SealSkinz technology – this means that your feet, hands and head will stay dry and will not get sweaty.
Lets take a look at the very clever eTrex 20 by Garmin. You can use the Garmin eTrex20 to navigate the cities as well as the hills. You really can go anywhere with this thing, it is able to attach to a wide range of different mounts, making it ideal for use on cars, bikes and even boats! This Garmin GPS device is great as a satellite navigation tool. It features a handy ability to stay updated at all times, simply hook it up to your computer or slot in a microSD card and you can download the latest digital maps on to the eTrex 20. The eTrex 20 by Garmin is built for the hills, with just one look at it you can tell it was made with the outdoors type in mind – this thing can take a bump! With a very attractive price point and its amazing capabilities, the eTrex20 is definitely a hot item this coming Christmas.
From Gerber comes the Bear Grylls Survival Kit. This pack contains all the essentials you need if you happen to find yourself in a sticky situation when out in the sticks. In the waterproof bag are waterproof matches, a fire starter, emergency whistle, mini Gerber Paraframe knife, snare wire, emergency cord, waterproof bag and fire tinder. Anyone out in the woods, hills, mountains and moors should ALWAYS carry a survival pack such as this around with them at all times. Fingers crossed you will never have to use one but it grants peace of mind that if something bad were to happen, you (or the person you are buying for) is well prepared. The Gerber Bear Grylls range also includes multi-tools, machetes, scouting knives and fire starters – well worth a look if the survival kit is not exactly what you were looking for.
Buying from a specialist dealer is vital when buying gear for the outdoors. Durability and quality are key factors due to the conditions that these products may have to endure. Make sure to buy from a specialist stockist such as Above and Beyond. These guys are like a fountain of knowledge for camping, hiking and survival gear – plus they offer free delivery on all orders!
I hope you have enjoyed this little shortlist of hot items to buy for the adventurist in your life this Christmas! They will not be disappointed!