Holiday Gift Guide
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The festive season is upon us, and Thanksgiving is the perfect time to gather with family and friends—and perhaps drop a few hints about those Christmas gifts you’ve been eyeing! Getting out into nature is a great way to spend time with loved ones. Whether they love camping under the stars, biking scenic trails, or hiking rugged terrains, our holiday gift guide has a great selection of gear to elevate your adventure. Get ready to unwrap the joy of the outdoors and find the perfect gifts for the explorers on your list!
Butler Maps
Nothing says, “I’m off to explore!” more than a paper map in hand. With Butler maps, you can tailor your adventure with options for paved roads, dirt trails, and backcountry discovery routes. Designed by motorcycle riders for fellow explorers, Butler Maps is a treasure map for all scenic roads, featuring immense detail and information from section breakdowns, mileage, and elevation profiles with route planning and permitting information. Their Experience series is an excellent addition to any map collection. It is geared towards any form of transport, and the maps highlight scenic paved roads stretching from the east to the west. Did I mention that all Butler Maps are waterproof and tear-resistant?
$20 (plus 25% off for Black Friday) | Buy at Butler Maps
Camelbak Mini M.U.L.E Hydration Pack for Kids
The Mini M.U.L.E. hydration pack is a thoughtful gift for active families specifically designed for children. With a 50-ounce reservoir, the hydration pack holds adequate water for a preteen’s daily needs. The innovative bite valve ensures easy water intake, while the pack has ample storage for other essentials such as snacks, tools, and a warm layer of clothing. The pack has reflective strips for visibility along with a whistle, providing peace of mind on a trail. It’s the perfect size for kids, featuring adjustable straps and a breathable air mesh back for all-day comfort.
$55 ($28 sale price) | Shop at Al’s Shop at REI Shop at Sportsman’s
GiantMouse ACE line EDC
GiantMouse, designed by Danish knifemakers Jesper Voxnaes and Jens Anso and brought to you by American entrepreneur Jim Wirth, has introduced a line of knives to the market that is more affordable to the public but still produced at the same high-quality construction as their exclusive GM line. The blades are made of M390 steel, and the handles are made of various materials such as titanium, Micarta, or G-10, with different ergonomic handles for everyday use and the rugged outdoors. Interestingly, most of their EDCs are named after memorable places the founders have frequented globally.
From $175, available at | Buy at Giant Mouse
onX Offroad Subscription
We love onX Offroad maps, and it is no wonder they are synonymous with planning an overland trip to hit the trails or off-road routes. The app has over 852,000 miles of trails available to help you easily navigate with route information and difficulty ratings, POIs, seasonal closures, obstacles, conditions, and more. You can easily plan a route and download it when out of mobile reception, and the route can be shared with accompanying friends or family. It’s an ideal app for overlanders, dirt bikers, and campers. Users will be pleased to know that they also offer mapping for backcountry hiking, skiing, rock climbing, biking, and hunting. A new precipitation layer is available for Elite users.
From $35 (plus 50% off, valid until December 04) | Buy at OnX
Fender x Teufel Rockster Go 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
We all love listening to music around a campfire or a podcast while preparing a meal. Our Land Rover Defender doesn’t have a great sound system, and even if it did, we couldn’t hear it, so we always pack a Bluetooth speaker when we travel. The Fender x Teufel Rockstar Go 2 is an excellent option for the great outdoors, but remember, no one wants to hear your music in the next camp. It is waterproof and dustproof and has a rubberized exterior for accidental drops on rocks or trails. The impressive audio performance with a rich bass makes this speaker popular. It also has an impressive 28-hour battery life, a USB-C charging port, and the astonishing ability to pair up to 100 speakers.
$90 | Buy at Teufel
Wolfman Motorcycle Luggage
Wolfman Motorcycle Luggage, based in Colorado, is a family-owned business founded by Eric Hougen, a well-known and respected motorcycle enthusiast who has traveled extensively and ridden 90 percent of the BDRs before they became so popular. With his wealth of experience, Eric specializes in designing and manufacturing soft, durable luggage for bikers, including saddlebags, tank bags, tail packs, duffels, and more. Wolfman luggage is appreciated for its thoughtful design, ease of installation, reliability, and practicality. The company enjoys experimenting with different colored nylons if you’re looking at spicing up your luggage options.
From $120 (plus 10% off, valid until December 7) | Shop Now @ Wolfman Luggage
Snow Peak Personal Cooker 3
Designed for the minimalistic outdoor adventurer, the Snow Peak cook set is made with high-quality stainless steel and is ideal for bikers, backpackers, or solo campers. This robust cook set is stackable, compact, lightweight, and can be used over open flames and camp stoves. The cook set includes two pots and a frying pan with a lid, plate, bowl, and carry case and weighs 20.5 ounces. The pots and pan heat quickly, ensuring you use limited gas or fuel. Due to the pot size and thinner stainless steel, it is best used for simple meals and dehydrated food.
$43 available at | Shop at Snow Peak Shop at REI Shop at Backcountry
Arctic Trucks South Pole Overland Expedition
With over 27 years of experience, Arctic Trucks is well known for its re-engineered four-wheel-drive trucks for outdoor enthusiasts on- and off-road. In 2018, the Expeditions 7 team crossed Greenland from south to north with Arctic Trucks and Publisher Scott Brady. Now, you can also venture to Antarctic, Greenland, and the Northwest Passage in Canada without risking your rig or the challenging logistics under extreme conditions. Arctic Trucks are equipped with advanced technologies, oversized tires, and re-engineered suspension systems, allowing you to tackle any difficult terrain. Their Overland Expeditions is indeed a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Goose Gear Storage Solutions
Goose Gear offers top-of-the-line overlanding and camping storage solutions known for durability and a high standard of quality.; we have used some of their products for the past 10 years without fail. The company offers several storage solutions for your SUV, truck, or overland rig, and its drawer systems are designed to fit most overland rigs, such as the Toyota 4Runner, Jeep Wrangler, and Ford Bronco. Drawer systems are made from industrial-grade plywood with an aluminum exoskeleton. The delete plate system creates a flat platform for anchor points and has storage solutions built into the system, allowing you to optimize the space beneath.
From $1,200 | (plus 10% off, valid until December 08) | Shop Goose Gear
ADV Rider Training
When hitting the trails these holidays, it’s important to keep safe when traveling remotely. What better way to motivate your significant other or friends to join you for some fun than by gifting them with ADV Rider Training? Backcountry Discovery Routes, the non-profit organization that creates off-road routes, has several companies listed on its website that can provide training. Many courses can be tailored for private coaching, women riders, and youth. One of the recommended companies would be Dragoo Adventure Rider Training (D.A.R.T.), led by the well-known Bill Dragoo.
Sea to Summit Hydraulic Pro Dry Pack
Made with a durable 1,000-denier hydraulic fabric that is laminated on both sides, Sea to Summit’s Hydraulic Pro dry pack is ideal for rugged outdoor environments as it is waterproof, flexible when cold, and abrasion-resistant. It features a pressure-tested waterproof TIZIP zipper and RF-welded seams that ensure the bag remains airtight and submersible up to 4 meters deep, making it a good choice for overlanders, adventurers, bikers, and boat owners. Lash points and daisy chains can be used to store the dry bag conveniently on your roof rack. Available in 50-, 75-, and 100-liter sizes, it can be carried as a backpack for long-haul travel.
From $400 | Shop at Sea to Summit
Viair Onboard Air Compressor
Viaiar onboard air systems are essential for off-roaders, bikers, and campers. With its easy-to-install system and a wide range of compressors, air tanks, and various configurations, this is a well-suited companion to any adventure rig. The Viair compressor can power your pneumatic tools, manage your air suspension system, inflate your tires, and quickly inflate your mattress. Most Viair compressors are designed for continuous use and include an air filter for dusty environments, with automatic shut-off and vibration isolators. Please ensure that the electrical system on your rig (or the giftee’s rig) can handle the power requirements before purchase.
Kudu Traveler Grill
A gift guide would not be complete without a grill for the festive season, and the Kudu Traveler outdoor portable grill is a well-rounded companion for an adventure. This grill is designed for versatility and portability at 20 inches wide and 13 inches tall and allows you to cook various meals on an open flame. Made with rust-resistant stainless steel, it is lightweight but durable and can be set up in minutes. With the adjustable cooking rings, surfaces, and elevated multi-level design, you can grill, boil, and fry foods simultaneously.
$199 (on sale at KUDU for $179 through December 31)
Shop Kudu on Huckberry Shop Kudu at Artemis
Overland Journal Subscription Special
Now is the time to gift an Overland Journal subscription! From November 25 to December 3, 2024, enjoy 50% off subscriptions and 60% off back issues. This promotion will be automatically applied on checkout (no code necessary).
Check out the Expedition Portal Black Friday gift guide for additional overland gift ideas, as well as these 2023 Expedition Portal gift guides:
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