View Full Version : Its that time again...what do we want for december gifts?
Wise Old Owl
10-21-2010, 23:15
Yup I did this before, mention cool stuff for under the tree or Menorah...
What are the hot items for Backpacking?
Mountain Wildman
10-21-2010, 23:20
Packit Gourmet Meals. MMMMMMM
Food, Always the perfect gift!!!
4eyedbuzzard
10-21-2010, 23:44
Technically, a Menorah is a 7 branched candelabra - a Hannukiah is the 9 branched candelabra used during Hannukah. One learns such things when one marries a Jew. ;)
I think if the new titanium Jetboil Sol (http://ors.goexposoftware.com/2010/FORMfields/uploads/pressreleasescurprurl1275412011175598303.pdf) is out by the Holidays it would be a good gift for those that like Jetboil products or haven't bought one due to weight. So would that weird looking ultralight sleeping pad that came out recently - the one with just inflatable tubes in the head, hip, shoulder, and knee areas (i can't find a pic or link). Small GPS units, altimeter/compass watches, knives, headlamps, etc. would probably make lots of hikers happy too.
And then there's always the old standby - some new wool socks!
Jester2000
10-22-2010, 01:23
I can't imagine a better gift than a copy of Wizards of the PCT. Who wouldn't love a movie that's been called, "like Lord of the Rings, only with dirtier feet," and "like an episode of Survivorman has been hijacked by the guys from Jackass."
Yep. Wizards of the PCT. Conveniently sized for stuffing into stockings.
auto-adjusting trail stilts - to smooth out the ups and downs
warraghiyagey
10-22-2010, 07:49
A boob job. . .
4eyedbuzzard
10-22-2010, 08:15
A boob job. . .
You asked for the same thing last year.
warraghiyagey
10-22-2010, 08:58
You asked for the same thing last year.
I want a better one. . . :p
Wise Old Owl
10-22-2010, 10:56
Technically, a Menorah is a 7 branched candelabra - a Hannukiah is the 9 branched candelabra used during Hannukah. One learns such things when one marries a Jew. ;)
I think if the new titanium Jetboil Sol (http://ors.goexposoftware.com/2010/FORMfields/uploads/pressreleasescurprurl1275412011175598303.pdf) is out by the Holidays it would be a good gift for those that like Jetboil products or haven't bought one due to weight. So would that weird looking ultralight sleeping pad that came out recently - the one with just inflatable tubes in the head, hip, shoulder, and knee areas (i can't find a pic or link). Small GPS units, altimeter/compass watches, knives, headlamps, etc. would probably make lots of hikers happy too.
And then there's always the old standby - some new wool socks!
well thanks for clearing that up!
fredmugs
10-22-2010, 11:08
Quality stuff I'm too cheap to buy like a real cold weather sleeping bag, down jacket, a 3 season tent, and a sleeping mat.
StorminMormon
10-22-2010, 11:34
3 more days of PTO so I can go on another hike before 2011.
Old Hiker
10-22-2010, 11:52
I want a better one. . . :p
Won't it make you hike lop-sided with only one? :eek:
Just askin'.
Old Hiker
10-22-2010, 12:02
Forgot my Christmas wish list what with being distracted by the bizarre visions of warraghiyagey's better boob job:
Time.
Time to hike. Time to be able to travel to a location with elevation!! Time to relax. Time to enjoy what I've been blessed with. Time to be able to share my blessings with other people. Time to fix the things that seem to have been on the "To Do" list forever.
Just time.
I can't imagine a better gift than a copy of Wizards of the PCT. Who wouldn't love a movie that's been called, "like Lord of the Rings, only with dirtier feet," and "like an episode of Survivorman has been hijacked by the guys from Jackass."
Yep. Wizards of the PCT. Conveniently sized for stuffing into stockings.
I realize that is a shameless self-promotion but actually it's a good idea. I was going to say I don't need anything, but a bunch of hiking movies would be awesome.
I guess I would like a huge pile of shoemaking supplies. I'm on a roll learning to make my own shoes. One of these tries I'll have a pair of hiking shoes.
Jester2000
10-22-2010, 12:50
I realize that is a shameless self-promotion but actually it's a good idea. I was going to say I don't need anything, but a bunch of hiking movies would be awesome.
Yeah, that was blatant and shameless self-promotion. Which, you know, doesn't make it any less true! Haha!
Tennessee Viking
10-22-2010, 13:14
Some AT bumper stickers to put on my truck since I wrecked the backend of my last car.
Wicking shirts of some nature.
Maybe new poles since they are starting to bow a bit too much. My $20 Eddie Bauer poles actually outlasted my $80 Mountainsmith's.
Hikes in Rain
10-22-2010, 13:41
New pack. I've lightened up enough of my stuff that my old Kelty external frame is about the heaviest thing I carry!
Canon EOS Rebel T1i. Bigger, better backpack. And maybe snowshoes.
4eyedbuzzard
10-22-2010, 14:33
Yeah, that was blatant and shameless self-promotion. Which, you know, doesn't make it any less true! Haha!
I'm just waiting for Taba to one-up you. ;) :D
I gave myself a Christmas gift early..new (to me) skis.
They are older tele skis in excellent condition. The old tele skis are awesome for getting deep into the backcountry. Sharpened the edges and put a new coat of base way and they are now good to go.
I also bought some new ski boots. As my old touring boots were held together with glue, I think it was time. :)
I can't wait until the high country has a deep and consistent base of snow!
Trailbender
10-22-2010, 19:59
I haven't given or received a gift in years, it is simpler that way.
Bear Cables
10-22-2010, 23:39
a kayak and a 7x9 cuben fiber tarp:banana
alverhootzt
10-23-2010, 11:01
omg this is so not a problem
WB Yeti
Ray-Way Quilt Kit
Lightweight Pot
Wind Pants
Many Thru Hiker kits
Ray's Bomber Hat
Evazote pad(s)
Caldera Cone, maybe
L.L.Bean Gore Tex mittens
Thermometer/Clock
( I keep a list. :D )
Feral Bill
10-23-2010, 11:23
A hammock, Southbound, maybe a Tilly winter hat
Wise Old Owl
10-23-2010, 21:55
I was thinking a light underquilt.
Sarcasm the elf
11-01-2010, 22:29
I can't imagine a better gift than a copy of Wizards of the PCT. Who wouldn't love a movie that's been called, "like Lord of the Rings, only with dirtier feet," and "like an episode of Survivorman has been hijacked by the guys from Jackass."
Yep. Wizards of the PCT. Conveniently sized for stuffing into stockings.
Finished watching Wizards of the PCT this evening, great documentary, it makes this armchair hiker jealous!
I'd tell Jester the same if I could only find him...
fredmugs
11-02-2010, 06:26
I have resorted to duct taping my hiking poles together so a new set would be appreciated.
Carbon fibre hiking poles with snap-lock adjustment.
HAMMOCK: WBBB 1.1 DL
TARP: ZPacks 8.8x10 cuben
UQ/PAD: Crowsnest-Summer
Peace on Earth...
j/k A Patagonia Nano Puff pullover and a Liquid Logic Biscuit kayak.
Sierra Echo
11-02-2010, 21:52
I want a Red Ryder BB gun with a compass on the stock and a thing that tells time! :D
Wise Old Owl
11-02-2010, 22:12
a kayak and a 7x9 cuben fiber tarp:banana
I see you are near New Orleans, LL BEAN wasn't close enough to give you a 1/2 price tip I know.... I have to give this more thought.
Snow on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day off, dry oak ablaze in the fireplace and the smell of balsam in the air.:)
I want a Red Ryder BB gun with a compass on the stock and a thing that tells time! :D
You'll shoot your eye out!
Sierra Echo
11-03-2010, 16:26
You'll shoot your eye out!
LMAO!!! I was hoping someone would say that!
Pedaling Fool
11-04-2010, 08:24
Christmas is an evil holiday, but if you're looking for some cheap POS to buy someone (most likely because you feel obligated....) this is pretty inexpensive. http://shop.jetboil.com/index.php/crunchit.html
Personnally I just use a rock or some garden tool, but I know that's barbaric in today's world.
Sarcasm the elf
11-04-2010, 09:23
I want a Red Ryder BB gun with a compass on the stock and a thing that tells time! :D
You'll shoot your eye out kid!
Blissful
11-04-2010, 09:34
Replace our hubba hubba with the UL version
Sierra Echo
11-12-2010, 20:20
I know what I want now and nothing else on earth with do!
I want an ice axe. I have no idea why or what I would use it for but this is what I want!
Skidsteer
11-12-2010, 20:40
I know what I want now and nothing else on earth with do!
I want an ice axe. I have no idea why or what I would use it for but this is what I want!
Tell everyone you want it for home defense.
That'll keep'em guessing and they'll be real polite.
Sierra Echo
11-12-2010, 20:43
Tell everyone you want it for home defense.
That'll keep'em guessing and they'll be real polite.
LMAO! If someone breaks in, just run at them with a shot gun in one hand and an ice axe in the other!!!
There has to be SOME justifible reason why I would need an ice pick to hike in GA! :D
GracefulRoll
11-12-2010, 20:49
Want to split gas for a lift to Trashgiving from VA. :)
Can make it as far as Northern VA, MD, or Southern PA.
4eyedbuzzard
11-12-2010, 20:57
. . .There has to be SOME justifible reason why I would need an ice pick to hike in GA! :D
They make you look really, really cool (that should be more than enough reason). The only problem I see is that maybe 95% of the hikers in GA will think it's a Bobby Flay signature series barbeque tool.
Sierra Echo
11-12-2010, 21:00
They make you look really, really cool (that should be more than enough reason). The only problem I see is that maybe 95% of the hikers in GA will think it's a Bobby Flay signature series barbeque tool.
LMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!! I could see some of my family members thinking that! how horrifying! LMAO
C Seeker
11-15-2010, 09:53
*winter gear
*better hammock tarp
*snowshoes
*pair of skis, boots, and poles
*Vibrum five fingured shoes
mcskinney
11-17-2010, 08:43
Western Mountaineering Flash Jacket
Western Mountaineering Sleeping bag
new shoes
Parents who loved me
strollingalong
11-17-2010, 10:02
I've asked for a trangier mini and a fire starter from santa.
Hoping to get enough cash from my parents so I can nearly get a hammock.