Gift Guide For The Outdoorsman - IMBOLDN
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The holidays almost upon us and we’re thinking long and hard about the best gifts to get everyone on your list. For the outdoorsman in your life, the editors at IMBOLDN have curated over 20 of the best items he’ll love, whether he’s camping in the wilderness or braving the backyard.

Scroll down to see the products we’re not so secretly hoping to receive this year (and perhaps snag some of them for yourself).


Huckberry x Brant & Cochran Axe + Log Carrier Bundle

Based on a historically-accurate axehead loaned to B&C by the Patten Lumberman’s Museum, this slice of Americana is the only Maine-pattern wedge axe being made today. This bundle also includes a custom collab log carrier.

$495

Epperson Mountaineering Medium Climb Backpack

The Medium Climb Pack draws design inspiration from ‘80s rope bags and is constructed from tough-as-nails components.

$180

Black Diamond Storm 500 R – Rechargable Headlamp

The Storm 500 R is a powerful, rechargeable headlamp designed for navigating everything from a cave to your campsite.

$75


James Niehues The Man Behind the Maps Book

This coffee table book compiles over 200 of James Niehues’ legendary maps, distilling some of his best work over his 30 year career into one place.

$110

Zippo 12-Hour Refillable Hand Warmer

This refillable hand warmer provides up to 12 hours of warmth with it’s simple, flameless design. Just fill ‘er up, light the burner, and feel the heat.

$23

Anonymous Ism Camo Crew Socks

A good pair of socks is crucial to keeping your dogs from barking at you as the day draws to a close, whether you’re wrapping up the workday or you’ve got miles behind you on the trail. Anonymous Ism’s high-quality socks check all of our boxes with ease.

$25


Greys Sherpa Fleece Slipper Boot

Sliding into a pair of Greys slippers gives you the same satisfying feeling as a nice, steep pour of bourbon after a long day. Every pair is naturally moisture-wicking and odor-resistant, and comes with a leather pull-on tab to easily slip ‘em off.

$110

Nordic Pocket Saw

This essential outdoor tool is a must-have for the friend who loves to hike off the beaten path or to keep in their cabin upstate.

$50

MMX Vancouver Marshmallow Crossbow

Launch marshmallows 60 feet with this handcrafted marshmallow crossbow. Perfect for your next s’mores night around a campfire.

$140


Flint and Tinder Quilted Waxed Shirt Jacket

The Quilted Waxed Shirt Jacket embodies gritty conditions and white-knuckled hard work. It’s the kind of layer that can hack it anywhere from the open fields of a Montana ranch to the snowy city streets of New York.

$258

Barebones Power Bank 10000 mAh

This fully rechargeable power bank keeps your electronics charged when you’re hours away from home. With two options for charging outputs for versatility, you can stay at camp and enjoy the fresh mountain air and put off getting home for just a little bit longer.

$80

XTRATUF Deck Boot

These men’s deck boots are built for the rain, snow, mud, and anything else Mother Nature is bold enough to throw their way.

$115


Rill Simple Tools Damascus Folding Knife

These one-of-a-kind knives are made from Damascus steel and repurposed skate decks, so each one is 100% unique. Plus, they come with a lifetime warranty.

$80

Rill Simple Tools Firestarter and Striker

Never let them get left out in the cold. This reliable fire starter always generates a shower of warmth-giving sparks, igniting in all conditions, regardless of wind, rain, snow, or temperature.

$15

Huckberry Beanie

From early mornings at the campsite to cold evenings around the fire pit, a reliable wool beanie keeps your head properly shielded from the bouts of winter weather that otherwise send freezing chills to your core. This version from Huckberry is perfect.

$30


All-Weather Duckboot

This boot has the classic good looks of a duckboot, the all-terrain versatility and durability of a Range Rover, and comfort that rivals your favorite sneakers, all wrapped up in a waterproof rain boot package you can rely on everywhere.

$188

Rab Outpost 300 – 40 Degree

Rated for 40°F / 5°C temperature limits, this sleeping bag is simple, functional, and spacious. The Pertex® Quantum fabric is soft, lightweight, and windproof for maximum comfort and the RDS certified down is ethically sourced and supremely comfortable.

$255

Yeti Trail Head Camp Chair

The Trailhead Camp Chair is built to be the toughest camp chair around, without sacrificing comfort. With a cold one in the included cupholder, there’s no better chair to relax in after a long day of fun in the outdoors.

$300


Give’r Classic Gloves

These fire-resistant, waterproof, and just generally adventure-proof gloves are as tough as it gets, and a must-have for the outdoorsman in your life.

$57

Snow Peak Folding Torch

Founded 60 years ago in Japan, Snow Peak makes heritage-grade gear and apparel with one goal in mind—to get you enjoying the outdoors. This Folding Torch is specially engineered to light even the dampest firewood, making it a handy tool for everyone from grillmasters to the avid camper.

$65

Garmin InReach Mini 2

Help the people you care about to stay safe out in the wilderness. The InReach Mini 2 enables adventurers to stay in touch with loved ones outside of any cell network via 2-way texting and location sharing services on the Iridium® satellite network.

$400

Mecarmy Carabiner Flashlight

This rugged, multifunction titanium carabiner delivers light, self defense, bottle opening, and traditional carabiner capabilities all in one tiny-yet-mighty design.

$130
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