Gift guide: climbing gifts for new climbers and rock bums alike
Look no farther than the boom in gym climbing over recent years to see how strong the consumer interest is in rock climbing. Our web tools back this up, too — we’ve seen breakout search volume as beginners and longtime participants alike head to the web searching for the best climbing gear.
What’s the hot gear they’ll be looking for this holiday season? Our clients make some of the best gear in the space, so read along for our take on some of the hottest new products for the vertical world.
Our favorite climbing gifts
Scarpa Reflex VS
The new Reflex VS was designed with comfort, quality and value in mind. A soft, supple, suede upper features a stretch-knit instep panel for easy entry, breathability and volume adjustment. Dual microfiber straps resist stretching ensuring a strong, secure closure session after session while our sticky Vision rubber is super durable and confidence inspiring.
MSRP: $99
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes (Avantlink)
Metolius Vegan Brush
A vegan version of our popular boar’s hair brush with densely-packed synthetic bristles for maximum cleaning. The large ergo handle keeps knuckles off the rock and tapered bristles are longer at the front for increased longevity.
MSRP: $9.95
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Metolius Captive Quickdraw
The Captive is a super-safe, easy-to-use quickdraw set with two wire-gate carabiners on a 6” (15.24 cm) sling. The captured eye carabiners prevent off-axis loading.
MSRP: $29.95
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Metolius Light Rail
Independent suspension allows free rotation of your joints to reduce injury with the portable Light Rail. It can be hung everywhere and makes a great gift for the climber in your life who loves to travel.
Improved design for greater strength and durability
Edges Depth: 40 mm (1.57") 20 mm (0.78") 15 mm (0.59")
Super light and compact
MSRP: $39.95
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Backpacker's Pantry Three Cheese Mac & Cheese
Hearty and filling, Backpacker’s Pantry Three Cheese Mac & Cheese is a protein-packed freeze-dried camping food staple you’ll enjoy with creamy real cheeses and elbow pasta. Perfect for when you’re at the crag and want a calorie-dense, delicious meal to fuel your next climb.
Elbow pasta, Parmesan, Romano, and Cheddar cheese
Vegetarian
10-year shelf life (exact expiration date found on product packaging)
510 calories per pouch
24g of protein per pouch
2 servings per pouch
MSRP: $9.99
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes
Royal Robbins Rockcraft Wool Hoodie
This 100% merino wool hoodie comes in classic neutral colors and can be worn on its own or easily layered under overshirts and jackets. It is versatile enough for winter hiking, skiing, and cool days at the crags. Wool has incredible outdoor performance benefits—including moisture wicking, thermoregulation, and durability. Responsible Wool Standard certified wool ensures the highest standard in ethical sourcing.
MSRP: $140
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes (Avantlink)
Mammut Sender IN Hooded Jacket
For warmth and comfort in sub-zero conditions, this thermal jacket is insulated with a specialized synthetic fill: our one-of-a-kind Mammut LOOPINSULATION, made of recycled rope scraps. Combined with a recycled wind- and water-repellent outer fabric, this cozy layer offers the protection you need while marking an important step towards a more circular economy, and responsible production with the lowest possible impact on the environment.
MSRP: $260
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes (Avantlink)
Mammut Sender Harness
Extremely light. Ready to perform: the Sender Harness is just waiting for your next trip. Highly breathable and robust thanks to the laser-cut fabric. Optimum weight distribution with Split Webbing technology. Performance-oriented fit. Sender Harness, the climbing harness for performance sport climbers.
MSRP: $09
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes (Avantlink)
Mammut Crag Sender Helmet
An extremely light and highly ventilated climbing helmet offering top-class protection: Crag Sender Helmet. With a lightweight outer shell and protective EPS foam. A Kevlar reinforcement provides support at critical areas. The result is an extremely lightweight yet protective construction. Its special shape covers a large area of the head. With the Crag Sender Helmet, an excellent fit meets a low profile and reliable protection.
MSRP: $80
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes (Avantlink)
Crazy Creek Hex 2.0 Chair
This versatile chair is highly packable and ideal whenever space and weight are a factor. Also, they are perfect for transporting -- just clip the HEX 2.0 to your pack with a built-in hanging loop and go! HEX 2.0 chairs also roll up compactly (4" diameter), with their handy attached strap, for ultra-easy carrying.
HEX 2.0 Chair Features
Improved 8mm high-density cored EVA closed-cell foam provides ample insulation and comfort without added bulk.
Outer shell of durable 210D coated ripstop nylon protects from wet ground.
Inner surface of water-resistant, breathable 70D coated ripstop nylon is more durable, easy to keep clean, provides better insulation, and is totally sealed from sand and dirt.
Virtually unbreakable carbon-fiber stays.
Tight-knit nylon webbing for superior tensile strength.
Reinforced wing connection for durability.
250-pound weight capacity. Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Available on Amazon? Yes
MSRP: $65
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes (Avantlink)
ROLL Recovery R1 Massage Gun
Introducing the R1™ Percussion Device. Developed using feedback from elite and professional athletes, the R1 was designed with four key elements: compact and powerful, exceptionally quiet operation, over 7-hours of battery life, and built with the highest quality of materials.
The R1™ operates with 40W of power (50W max power), has 4-speed settings, 4-unique attachment heads and is packaged in a beautiful, aircraft-grade aluminum anodized body for long lasting durability. Charging the Lithium Ion battery is accomplished with a USB-C charger (included). It looks just as good as it works and will be an asset in your recovery arsenal.
MSRP: $129
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes (Avantlink)
