2021 Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide

It’s mid-December – are you behind on your holiday shopping to-do list? Fear not! Our 2021 Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide is here to help. Take a look at these hand-picked items for some great gift ideas for friends and loved ones this holiday season.


Hydro Flask 12oz Insulated Coffee Mug

The Hydro Flask 12oz Insulated Coffee Mug is a must-have this holiday season. Keep your favorite drinks nice and warm (or nice and cold) in this BPA-free, durable mug. A closeable press-in lid means your beverages won’t spill so you can savor every last drop. Keep hydrated and refreshed on any adventure with this essential mug from Hydro Flask.

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Rawlogy Micro Cork Massage Balls

The Rawlogy Micro Cork Massage Balls are made specifically to massage the tiny muscles in your hands, wrists, feet, and jaw. They’re pocket-sized and super light, which means you can take them anywhere. These make great stocking stuffers for the athletes and office workers alike in your life. Made from sustainably sourced materials, these Micros help to relieve tension and soreness in those often-ignored areas.

Use code RUNREINDEER to get 25% off this pack of three Rawlogy Micro Cork Massage Balls. Order two sets of Micros and get 30% off. Order three sets and get a free upgrade to expedited shipping + 30% off. For upgraded shipping, all sets must be going to the same address (and only valid for US addresses).

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Aprch CBD Sparkling Water Variety Pack

APRCH CBD sparkling water

The Aprch Beverage Co’s Variety Product Pack is the perfect gift for all the sparkling water lovers in your life. With 12 cans of CBD sparkling water in flavors like Watermelon, Cucumber, and Lemon + Lime, what’s not to love?

Each can from this Portland, Oregon-based company includes 30mg of water-soluble broad-spectrum hemp extract (with zero THC). Your loved one will think of you every time they crack open a can of this fizzy goodness and soak in its soothing effects. No calories, no sugar, no sodium – no problems!

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Survival Frog Tough Tesla Lighter 2.0

Adverse weather conditions are no test for the Survival Frog Tough Tesla Lighter 2.0, which will enable you to light a fire in wind or rain – or both! This makes a great gift for your favorite all-weather adventurer. Top-facing plasma dual arcs improve the ease of lighting and a long battery life offers 300 uses per charge.

Other features of this waterproof, windproof, and shockproof tool include a build-in waterproof flashlight, a paratinder neck lanyard, a whistle, charging dock, and more. Whether you gift it to a backyard barbecue connoisseur or a survivalist, there are sure to be many uses for the Tough Tesla Lighter.

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Laird Superfood Instafuel

Laird Superfood Instafuel is a great gift for your favorite coffee lover. All they’ll have to do is add water to enjoy a delicious superfood latte that will fuel any adventure they wish to go on. It’s the perfect thing to pack when hitting the trail because it’s lightweight, good for you, and easy to prepare!

A mix of premium instant coffee and Laird’s renowned Superfood Creamer, Instafuel is free of dairy, gluten and soy, yet retains that smooth and creamy texture that you need for the perfect brew.

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CampFare Beef Burgundy with Field Vegetables

The CampFare Beef Burgundy with Field Vegetables will quickly become your go-to backcountry meal. Weighing in at just 10 oz, it’s the perfect lightweight yet delicious food to fuel all your outdoor adventures.

Fully cooked and never freeze-dried, this meal is ready to eat – just add hot water! It’s shelf stable for three years and made with ingredients. Who’s hungry?

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La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX Hiking Boots – Men’s

The La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX Men’s Hiking Boots is the perfect boot for hikers who want high functionality but also a lightweight, comfortable feel. These deliver on all fronts! Gore-Tex water protection, extreme breathability, maximum traction – they have it all.

Compression-molded midsoles provide extra comfort and personalization to keep you safe and supported on every single mile you hike.

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REI Co-op Magma 15 Sleeping Bag – Men’s

A great sleeping bag should be two things – very light and very warm. The REI Co-op Magma 15 Men’s Sleeping Bag is both. Weighing in under two pounds, this sleeping bag is also very compressible so it won’t take up too much room in your pack. Water-resistant 850-fill-power goose down gives this bag a temperature rating of 16 degrees Fahrenheit.

Other impressive features include a contoured hood, insulated yoke, and a trapezoidal footbox. You won’t want to sleep in anything else!

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Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX Hiking Boots – Women’s

Dry and comfortable feet make for a happy hiker. The Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX Women’s Hiking Boots will make sure you stay cozy and supported while on the trail.

With great stability and cushioning, these boots absorb shock and offer great traction. Your feet will be snug and secure all the way to your campsite in the Salomon Quest 4D 3 GTX Hiking Boots.

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Patagonia R2 TechFace Hoodie – Men’s

The Patagonia R2 TechFace Men’s Hoodie is the perfect cold-weather layer, whether you’re headed out for a run, a ski, or another adventure entirely. It’s warm yet breathable, and weather-resistant as well.

With a sleek and minimalist design, you’ll be warmer than you look in this hoodie. Plus, it’s Fair Trade Certified, so you can feel good knowing you made a purchase that’s easy on Mother Earth.

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Lettie Stratton

Lettie Stratton is the founder of Wild Wanderer, an outdoor adventure site for the LGBTQIA+ community. Lettie is a writer, cyclist, backpacker, hiker, nordic skier, and enjoyer of all things outdoors.

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