Heymat Sand Doormat ($215 and up)
Even describing this rug—a recycled-plastic, remarkably utilitarian Scandinavian take on Zen-garden design—imparts a sense of calm. Along with the instant serenity it lends to the recipient’s home, Heymat’s Sand doormat is a burly 11 millimeters thick, with fabulous boot-scraping capabilities provided by the rigid, highly textured exterior.
Snow Peak Round Titanium Flask ($195)
Some may scoff at the hefty price of a vessel that only holds 150 milliliters of liquid, but the fast-and-light crowd and fine-spirits connoisseurs will know its worth. Weighing just 2.8 ounces, it’s a respectable backpacking companion and won’t bleed flavors when switching from whiskey to gin.
Pomoca Free Pro 2.0 Climbing Skins ($230)
We’ve watched skiers drop thousands on a touring kit, only to botch the last detail and get bogus skins. From confidence-inspiring grip while climbing to calorie-saving glide on the flats, not to mention an easy rip in between, the Free Pro 2.0’s make all the difference in touring performance.
Porter Road Butcher’s Choice Box ($165)
We mowed through the ten cuts of premium bacon, steak, chops, ground beef, and sausage in the Butcher’s Choice box in less time than it took to thaw. Every ounce of pasture-raised meat in this thoughtful box will fill the carnivore in your life with delight. For a true baller option, sign them up for a bimonthly subscription ($140 extra) for protein-fortified glee that lasts the whole year.
Miir New Standard French Press ($100)
Once you press, you never want less. A tester who used the Miir New Standard was ruined for any other brewing method, thanks to how perfectly the micro-perforated basket extracted flavor and the insulation kept their morning mud hot. Bonus: cleanup is a cinch.
Jungmaven Button Front Jumper ($242)
You might feel some sticker shock at first, but the cost of this jumper will come to less than a cent per wear after your loved one is through with it. It works as well on a rugged camping trip as it does at a chill music festival. Like the hemp and cotton it’s made from, this jumper is supremely versatile and has enough staying power to keep you comfortable almost anywhere—snow permitting. (XS–XL)