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The perfect gear for the outdoors enthusiast
Whether your adventures take you on day hikes or backcountry expeditions, good gear can make or break a trip. Here are 10 ideas for the adventurer on your gift list, hand-picked by 10Best’s team of travel experts and voted on by 10Best readers.
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No. 10: Tommy Breeze Hats
Tommy Breeze invites you to “channel your happy place” with their lineup of hats. Each comes adorned with a nature-inspired patch – mountain peaks, rolling hills, a cypress tree or a serene sunset.
To buy: tommybreeze.com, from $22 (Use discount code ADVENTURE15 at checkout)
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No. 9: SPOT Gen4
A safe adventure is a happy adventure. Make sure your friends and family know you’re okay with this satellite GPS messenger from SPOT. When you’re out of range of cell service, you can send a pre-programmed message to up to 10 contacts or send your GPS location to emergency responders with the push of a button.
To buy: findmespot.com, $149.99 (Use this link for $50 off all SPOT devices)
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No. 8: Marwida Swimwear
These swim shorts were designed with the water in mind. Each pair is made from up-cycled plastic, with clean lines and coral patterns inspired by the Mediterranean. Each pair sold benefits restoration of reefs through the Coral Reef Alliance.
To buy: marwida.com, $169 (Use code USATODAY for 50-percent off through November 27)
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No. 7: Third Eye Headlamp
Forget the boring headlamp and go for one of these sustainably-made headlamps from Third Eye. Each is made from recyclable plastic and comes with a lifetime warranty. The headbands come in a range of colorful designs to help you personalize it. “These artsy, yet functional headlamps are recyclable, bright and convenient,” says 10Best contributor Marla Cimini.
To buy: thirdeyeheadlamps.com, $49.99
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No. 6: VOORMI Diversion Hoodie
This relaxed fit hoodie is packed with features, including hidden thumbholes, hand warmer pockets, an internal chest pocket with a headphone port and a water repellent finish. It comes in men’s and women’s styles.
To buy: voormi.com, $249
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No. 5: Tanka Slow-Smoked Original Gift Box
The Tanka line, made by Native American Natural Foods, features buffalo-based snacks inspired by a Native American way of wellness that feeds the body, as well as the mind and spirit. This gift box comes packed with adventure-ready snacks: six Original Bars, three Original Bites and 12 Original Sticks.
To buy: tankabar.com, $59.99 (Use code TANKA10BEST for 20-percent off all products through December 31)
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No. 4: TrailShot Pocket-Sized Water Filter
Clean water fits in your pocket with this innovative filter from MSR. The TrailShot Microfilter fits in a stash pocket and lets you drink directly from trailside water sources for instant, safe hydration. It can filter a liter in just 60 seconds.
To buy: msrgear.com, $49.95
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No. 3: Ombraz Sunglasses
These armless sunglasses are comfortable, durable and secure on your head, thanks to a built-in adjustable cord. They come in three styles, and for every pair sold, 20 mangrove trees are planted through a partnership with the Eden Reforestation Projects.
To buy: ombraz.com, $140
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No. 2: Pang Wangle Essential Wrap with Insect Shield
Skip the bug spray and wrap yourself in this Insect Shield wrap from Pang Wangle. The 6-foot-long wrap can be draped across your shoulders, wrapped around your head and neck or worn as a sarong around your waist. The Insect Shield repels mosquitos and other pests.
To buy: pangwangle.com, $58
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No. 1: Body Glove Performer 11 ISUP
This inflatable standup paddle board comes adventure-ready with fixed fins for straighter paddling, carbon-reinforced stringers for greater stability, a high-pressure hand pump, coil ankle leash, mobile phone dry bag and a repair kit.
To buy: bodyglove.com, $999
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