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Patagonia P-6 Trucker Hat — $29
Every dude needs a go-to hat for everyday use, and Patagonia’s P-6 Trucker Hat fills that very need in a comfortable and stylish way. With a 100% organic cotton front canvas sporting a simple six-panel design and a 100% polyester mesh back, this hat lets a sweaty head breathe easy. The P-6 rocks the classic Patagonia logo, which truly never goes out of style.
Why he will love it:
Sleek, simple, and comfortable, Patagonia’s P-6 will easily delight the dude in your life. He’ll feel comfortable, yet not too flashy rocking a classic look and iconic logo.
prAna Mojo Shorts Men’s — $49
The Mojo Shorts from prAna are a staple for any devoted climber. Made with lightweight poly microfiber, these incredibly comfortable shorts are slightly deceptive—they feel soft as a cloud, but they’re outrageously durable. Noteworthy properties include quick-drying, breathable 100% polyester material that lets you move through a range of conditions and an elastic waistband that ensures that they stay on snug throughout the day. The simple design allows you to pair easily—which is good, since you’ll be wearing them every day of the week.
Why he will love it:
There’s a reason you see so many guys at the crag and in the gym rocking prAna’s Mojo Shorts: they’re ideal for climbing and insanely comfortable too. Whatever guy you gift these to will love to finally have a dedicated pair of shorts he feels just right in when sending his hardest projects.
Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody Men’s — $229
Quality layers are a treasured commodity for climbers, especially those who refuse to let the cold stop them from getting on the rock. Yet with the desire to stay warm, we also want the ability to move dynamically and technically. Well, welcome to the Arc’teryx Atom LT: the latest in mid-layer technology. This innovative cold weather hoody artfully incorporates cutting edge fabric technologies, like Hardface® exterior, Power Stretch® fabric, and Coreloft™ insulation that together create a jacket that keeps you warm and mobile.
Why he will love it:
The gift of an Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody is a sign of true devotion and love for anyone who wants to stay active when cold weather strikes. Not only do its innovations make it feel like luxury, but its sleek look confirms it. But we’re warning you; the moment they throw on this jacket, they might make a beeline for alpine environments.
Patagonia Wanaka Down Jacket Men’s — $399
From the city streets of Brooklyn to the slopes of Breckenridge, Patagonia’s Wanaka Down Jacket is built for holding up against cold-weather conditions in any setting. The exterior is constructed of Patagonia’s H2No Performance Standard shell with a waterproof barrier that is breathable too. Using a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish, you can ensure that this jacket will keep you dry in the wettest of storms. And its 600 fill power down was made with ethics in mind: with all ducks being third-party verified, non-live-plucked, and non-force-fed.
Why he will love it:
For the man in your life who moves through city streets just as frequently as he rambles through the woods, he’ll be pleased to wear the high-performance, Patagonia Wanaka jacket—both technically and stylistically ideal for wear in virtually any setting.
Patagonia Insulated Fjord Flannel Jacket Men’s — $169
There are those special articles of clothing in life that you refuse to ever leave behind, and Patagonia’s Insulated Fjord Flannel Jacket will undoubtedly be one of them for whoever finds it in their wardrobe. This insulated flannel uses Patagonia’s heavyweight organic cotton, with an epic 60g layer of Thermogreen® polyester that keeps whoever has the pleasure of rocking it, exceptionally cozy.
Why he will love it:
With a variety of great designs, your mountain rambler or city dweller will feel his woodsy roots come out with this functional and stylish flannel, reliable for layering across all seasons.
SmartWool NTS Mid 250 Crew Baselayer Men’s — $95
There is a reason the SmartWool NTS Mid 250 Crew Baselayer is SmartWool’s bestselling (and warmest!) baselayer, and it’s not just because it looks awesome. The cut of the 100% Merino Wool 250 Crew Baselayer provides incredible, form fitting lines that follow the natural shape of your torso. The NTS Mid 250 Crew also features a tilted waist, with more fabric over your low back, to keep you protected even when you need to bend over or reach down.
Why he will love it:
Every man who explores the outdoors needs a solid baselayer that can keep him active in whatever the weather. Your man will appreciate the functionality of this essential baselayer that will keep him tempered just right.
Darn Tough Merino Wool 1/4 Cushion Hiking Sock — $17
The Merino Wool 1/4 Cushion Hiking Sock by Darn Tough offers a low cut fit and comfort ribbing for those sporting ankle-hugging boots or for trail runners cruising through the woods. And with high density cushioning on the foot bottom and an undetectable seam that avoids bunching or blisters, your feet will be as happy at mile 20 as they were at mile one. Designed with fine gauge Merino Wool for quick-drying and breathability, these socks will suit you on warm or hot days. And, the Darn Tough unconditional lifetime guarantee ensures that these socks will last.
Why he will love it:
High quality socks are one of those items that everyone wants, but won’t buy for themselves. So give the men in your life a gift they’re guaranteed to use and appreciate: exceptionally high quality socks, designed and made by cold-weather loving craftsmen in Vermont.
Patagonia Nano-Air Hoody Men’s — $299
Patagonia has a habit of not settling for narrow functionality in their products. And by incorporating an extremely stretchy outer fabric fortified with durable water repellent and strategic quilting for durability, Patagonia crafted a hoody with the extreme warmth and comfort of FullRange™ Insulation. Couple this with the highest level of breathability of any Patagonia puffy, and what you have is a jacket you can wear all day—whether hitting the slopes or making alpine ascents. And, if you need more convincing, it was selected as Outside’s Gear of the Year for 2015.
Why they’ll love it:
Patagonia’s Nano-Air was chosen as Gear of the Year for a reason. So making the same decision won’t steer your wrong. The second this lucky man on your holiday list throws on this state-of-the-art jacket, his smile will confirm the excellence of your gifting choice.
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