Whether you're on the look out for the perfect holiday gift for the outdoors adventurer in your life, or you're shopping to treat yourself this year, you don't have to look much further than right here in Western Carolina. From climbing equipment, to snuggly sustainable apparel, to new boats, welcome to your home-grown holiday gift guide by the
Outdoor Gear Builders!
Farm to Feet - Damascus - Lightweight Technical Hiking Crew
Named for one of the most hiker-friendly towns anywhere along the Appalachian Trail, the Damascus is the go-to sock for serious section- and through-hikers. Targeted full-density padding provides blister protection during big-mile trips, while US-only materials and construction guarantee hard-wearing durability.
MSRP $22.50
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Astral - AstroPad
The beloved AstroPad returns! The exterior is made from our shoe's Hemp/PE canvas (naturally odor and rot resistant, and extremely durable). The removable and luxurious pad is made from a blend of our lifejacket foam scraps and PE fill. Guaranteed to bring your dog sweet dreams.
MSRP $170 (Small), $185 (Medium), $200 (Large)
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Blue Ridge Chair Works - Looking Glass Perch
Open up new worlds with the Looking Glass Perch. A beautiful hybrid between an indoor and outdoor chair, use this adjustable stool - made from upcycled wood - in your kitchen space to brighten up any bar area, or move the portable wooden chair outside to comfortably observe everything from stars to starlings.
MSRP $233
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Misty Mountain - Custom Harness Builder
Misty Mountainís Custom Harness Builder is a unique platform that allows each climber to customize a perfect harness for their climbing needs, complete with color, belay/rappel loop style, gear management style and custom sizing.
MSRP $107.90, $249.90
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SimpleShot Shooting Sports - The Hammer Slingshot/Slingbow
Capable of being shot with or without a wrist brace, this slingshot/slingbow offers the marksman the opportunity to have one unit to support multiple shooting disciplines. Whether you are an archer or bowhunter looking for the next challenge or enjoy bowfishing, The Hammer has got you covered.
MSRP $99.99
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Native Watercraft - Titan Propel 10.5
The Titan model has proven itself to be a bass fishing kayak extraordinaire. With the 10.5' model, the Titan can more easily be transported in a truck bed while offering many of the same features as the 13.5' model. All Titan models feature our Plastifoam technology which adds flotation for safety and increased stiffness for performance.
MSRP $2,499
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Eagles Nest Outfitters - SuperSub Hammock
Weighing in at only 9.8 ounces, the SuperSub Hammock shaves weight without sacrificing comfort. The SuperSub has the same spacious dimensions as the top selling DoubleNestô Hammock and an impressive 300lb weight rating. Designed with 30D ripstop nylon and aluminum toggles, this lightweight hammock is a trail ready package.
MSRP $84.95
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Diamond Brand Gear - Free Dome Tent (Featured Partner in our
Gritmas Giveaway!)
Discover your own sense of freedom; whether you are car camping with the family or blazing a new trail through the wilderness. Our 3 season tent is built to last, forged in the highest quality, and crafted with a purpose in the Carolina Mountains.
MSRP $349
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Bellyak - Frequency
The kayak for prone paddling. Maximum speed and glide for the whole family and overbuilt to give season after season of prone paddling awesomeness. Features include a drop down/flip up skeg which allows your effort to be directed in the direction you want to go.
MSRP $799
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Recover Brands - Bundle (Featured Partner in our
Gritmas Giveaway!)
All good things are on the horizon. The signature eco-friendly Horizon Trucker Hat and Sunset Long Sleeve are made of 100% recycled materials. Grab your stainless steel Recover canteen and you'll be cruising into wherever your day takes you in style and comfort.
MSRP $50
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Lucky Sheep - Lightweight Wool Sleeping Bag
The world's most comfortable sleeping bag! A soft, fluffy way to wrap yourself up when sleeping in the wilderness or anywhere.
MSRP $327-$497
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RightLine Gear - SUV Tent
The Rightline Gear SUV Tent lets you camp without leaving all the luxuries of home behind. The adjustable nature of the vehicle sleeve allows the tent to connect to the back of any SUV, minivan, crossover, wagon, Jeep Wrangler hard top, or pick-up truck with cap, WITH or WITHOUT a roof rack. The tent works for vehicles with a rear hatch door or rear barn doors.
MSRP $279.95
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Watershed Drybags - McKenzie Bike Bag (Featured Partner in our
Gritmas Giveaway!)
Welcome to our very first bike specific bag: the McKenzie! Using the same Navy SEAL approved ZipDry technology that's employed in our other Watershed drybags, the McKenzie also features abrasion-resistant fabric, reflective tape, and a 100% submersible closure system that affixes quickly and easily to your handlebars with a secure mounting system.
MSRP $129
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LiquidLogic Kayaks - Delta V 88 (Featured Partner in our
Gritmas Giveaway!)
With this model, we created a creek boat that will behave very well in any situation. The paddler will get the feeling that the DELTA V is taking care of them while on the water. With soft edges, smooth Braaap inspired rocker and a shorter platform, the DELTA V allows the paddler to go anywhere their intended line takes them.
MSRP $999
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Rockgeist - Bikepack USA - Mudlust Custom Framebag (Featured Partner in our
Gritmas Giveaway!)
Mudlust Fully is a full suspension framebag specifically designed for full suspension mountain bikes. Like all Mudlust framebags, the Fully uses PhotoFit
to create a perfect fit to the curves of your full suspension triangle. X-Pacô or Cordura is used for the outer and inner fabric and Ballistic Cordura is used on the spine where the bag touches the frame.
MSRP $135.00 $180.00
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Industry Nine Componentry - MatchStix
The MatchStix multi-tool will take care of you when you're out there and need a little help.†Integrated into your 15mm front thru bolt, the MatchStix handle seconds as a chain breaker, 5mm hex, spoke tool, and the bit receiver all in one.
MSRP $145
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Happy Holidays one and all! Thanks for loving, and shopping, local with the
Outdoor Gear Builders of WNC <3