Extreme Sports Gift Guide
Holiday Gift Ideas for Extreme Sports Enthusiasts
A holiday gift guide for those with action sports enthusiasts in the family. A selection of gifts in every price range and for most anyone.
The holidays are coming. If you are confused about what to get for the action sports enthusiast in your life, this Extreme Gift Guide may give you some ideas.
(Key: W= water sports; B= BMX; SB= skateboarding; MB= mountain biking; S= snow; AR= adventure racing)
Gifts for Less Than $100
- Columbia's Bugastorm/Bugaflake ski socks- Warm, lightweight with arch & ankle support. (at retailers) S
- National Geographic Tool- Carabiner/knife/tool combo from Kershaw Knives; model #1004 (click on knives & tools then Nt'l Geo tool). $59.95 W, AR
- Adventure medical kits- http://www.adventuremedicalkits.com Ultra-lightweight and water-tight medical kits. Various sizes. $10-32. W, AR
- Solsocks- Fleece socks designed for those who can’t stand to put away their flip-flops. $13.95
- H2O Audio waterproof iPod housing- Ensure you can take your favorite music regardless of the weather or your recreational setting; water, dust, sand & snow resistant. $40-80. Compatible with standard headphones or waterproof headphones (24.95)
- Pearl izumi gelvent gloves- Shock absorbing gel inserts and vented palms for more comfortable riding. $44.99 B, MB, AR
- Pro-tec gear- Protective gear (pads & helmets) for action sports MB,B,W
- Salomon XA Pro Raid Revo 20 Pack- Perfect for a short adventure race or day hike w/ external bladder access, breathable shoulder straps, lightweight. MSRP $70. W,S,MB
- SOLE Custom Footbeds- When heated these footbeds mold to your feet for excellent support. $39.95-$49.95. AR,S
- Blackburris AirFix- 9-piece multi-tool w/ CO2 inflator $40 B,MB,AR
Gifts for Over $100
- Bern Muti-sport Helmet- Has interchangeable liner and integrated headphones. $120. SB,S,B,W
- Travel kayak kit- Inflatable kayak, paddle & pump, weighs 14.2 lbs. $150-$200 W
- Terra Wraptor XCR- Waterproof, lightweight trail shoe designed to reduce heel slipping and prevent blisters. $125. AR
- Garamin Forerunner 301- GPS, HR monitor, functions for biking, hiking and running; 4 oz w/ bike mount $325. MB,AR
- Bikes- a new bike from Schwinn or GT Bikes. MB,B
- iPod Nano- 2, 4, or 8 GB players hold up to 2,000 songs. $150-$250
- Oakley O ROKR- Sunglasses with wireless integration of your music player and cell phone in addition to high definition optics. $249
- G-shock watch- solar and atomic powered, waterproof watches.
As Generous As You Want To Be
- iTunes Cards- Available at retailers in various amounts and at apple.com.
- Fox apparel- Motocross gear, eyewear, and clothing
- Element- shoes, clothing and skateboards SB
- Gift certificates- climbing gym, bike/board shop, lift tickets, etc.
- Action Adventure Getaway- Cloud9Living offers a full list of adventurous opportunities such as bungee jumping, rally car driving, and snow kiting at a variety of prices. $75-$10,000+
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