Published November 17, 2025 07:00AM
Sponsor Content: Backcounty
The Best of Backcountry’s Holiday Gift Guides
Our top 10 giftable gear picks, selected from the outdoor retailer’s seasonal lists across categories
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As holiday feasts approach, fatten up your outdoor gear quiver with these favorites curated from Backcountry’s seasonal gift guides. We pulled both men’s and women’s gift options from lists for everyone from skiers and snowboarders to climbers and bikers, ranging from stocking stuffers (including picks under $25 to under $100) to bigger-ticket selections for true gearheads.
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Peale Primaloft Stitch-Free Baffle Stretch Jacket
Stay warm without extra bulk in this stretchy, quick-drying women’s softshell. This formidable midlayer wards off cold when wet, thanks to lofty synthetic fill, and features stitch-free baffles for a streamlined fit. Hitting the backcountry? Interior pockets stow snacks on the up and your skins on the down. (Also available in a men’s version.)
Baby Vipes Polarized Sunglasses
Your young’uns need eye protection from the sun too, whether they’re cruising in a stroller, eating sand at the beach, or bobbing along in a backpack. These pint-sized Pit Vipers cut glare with polarized lenses and feature an impact-resistant design (if mistaken for binky!) with an adjustable strap that stays snug for trail tantrums.
Leatherman Signal Multi-Tool
MacGyver your way out of any situation with a multitool that features 19 essential backcountry tools. The Diamond-Like Carbon coating on stainless-steel blades and components strengthens a do-it-all that’s ready for camp fixes and full-on survival with pliers, drivers, wire cutters, and wrenches, plus knives (straight and serrated) with a diamond-coated sharpener, saw, emergency whistle, and a ferro rod to spark a fire.
Peak Design Travel 45L Backpack
Need extra space while traveling? Load extra goodies with this Transformers-esque pack that starts at 35L for carry-on compliance but expands to 45L. The dual expansion zips and compression snaps help scale the space for your adventure. Burly face fabric, foam padding, and lockable weatherproof zippers ease security concerns (if you’re checking it on a flight), while the well-placed pockets improve it as a carry-on.
Women’s Patagonia Down Sweater Full-Zip Hooded Jacket
Whether you’re belaying or bootpacking, this cozy hooded puffy has you covered. Serving up warmth without bulk, thanks to 800-fill Advanced Global Traceable Down, its flattering contoured fit will layer perfectly under a shell and then stuff into an included pocket. Performance extends beyond après with a 100% recycled ripstop outer that repels moisture and wind.
POC Cularis Helmet
Ride confidently on tech trails or buffed-out berms with a lid that features a lightweight PC shell, adjustable 360-degree fit system, and Mips Air Node technology for rotational impact protection. Fasten it one-handed with the Fidlock buckle, and stay comfortable and cool with an impact-absorbing EPS liner and CFD-optimized airflow channels.
Osprey Farpoint 40L Travel Pack
Skip baggage claim with a streamlined pack that fits in an overhead compartment, opens like a suitcase, and keeps gear organized. The clamshell design speeds your packing, while the LightWire frame, ventilated Airscape backpanel, and hipbelt ease the carry. Inside, the padded sleeve stows everything from hydration systems to laptops.
Stanley The Quencher H2.0 FlowState 40-Ounce Tumbler
You won’t out-stuff a stocking than one with this durable 40-ounce tumbler. Its double-wall vacuum insulation keeps drinks at the right temperature for hours (cold or hot for seven-plus). Built with recycled stainless steel, its narrow base fits in car holders, and its intuitive FlowState lid rotates between straw, open sip, or cover.
Mystery Ranch Bridger 65L Backpack
It’s no mystery how this load hauler marries storage with breathability. It pairs a spring-steel chassis, which transfers weight to your hips, with airy shoulder and back panels for padded ventilation. The SpeedZip sleeping-bag compartment, dual-entry main compartment, plus shoulder and waist pockets aid organization. At camp, the lid converts into a waistpack for day hikes.
Established in 1996, Backcountry has become a trusted cornerstone in outdoor retail, offering a curated selection of premium products from nearly 800 brands both online and across nine U.S. locations. In addition to the Backcountry flagship, the company operates Competitive Cyclist, a dedicated destination for premium road, gravel, and mountain bike gear, and Steep & Cheap, its outlet for past-season and overstock deals. Backcountry expanded its portfolio in 2025 with the acquisitions of Level Nine Sports and BikeTiresDirect, further strengthening its position across snow sports and cycling.