A lantern to light your way and other great outdoor gift ideas

Published 12:43 pm Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Santa Claus has been tuning up for his chimney, and retailers have offered up some great suggestions for the outdoors enthusiasts on your holiday gift list. Here are a few:

Adaptable pack

The Roll-Top Scout Pack from Duluth Pack is an ideal companion for bikers and commuters. It offers the option of rolling the bag down to accommodate a small load or rolling it down less for larger loads. Dimensions: 12 inches wide, 4 inches deep, 16-22 inches high. Price, $165.

To the summit

Gear up with the Summit Expedition pack in Heritage Black from Frost River. The Summit series of packs is based on the traditional knapsack. The Summit Expedition goes a step further with upgraded pockets, external lash points, waxed canvas, premium leather and solid brass hardware. Price, $245.

Protect your noggin

The Castle Mode MX Stance helmet features an aerodynamic shell design and a multi-density EPS liner. Removable and washable interior padding offers a plush fit and wicks perspiration. Large eyeport allows comfortable fit of most goggles. Price, $119.99.

Outcast float tube

Outcast’s Super Fat Cat Float Tube for fly-fishers combines reliable durability and thoughtful features. A fully inflatable seat and back rest provide on-water comfort and compact transport. Price, $449.

Extended run time

MarCum’s Lithium Shuttle is a compact, lightweight and long-lasting shuttle for your MarCum electronics (or other brands with an adapter, sold separately). Powered by a 12-volt, 12-amp hour lithium ION polymer battery, it can extend your unit’s continuous run time up to 40 hours. Price, $249.99

Light the night

Light your way with the classic Barebones Forest Lantern. Rechargeable Li-Ion batteries put out 325 lumens of warm light for up to four hours. On low, it will glow for 80-plus hours. Bronze or red body. Dimensions: 6 inches by 9½ inches by 6 inches. Price, $50.

Grab and go

The Grab-N-Go from Duluth Pack is the perfect little bag for school supplies, makeup or small toiletries. Guaranteed for life. Dimensions: 5 inches high by 8½ inches wide by 4 inches deep. Price, $35.

Purify water fast

The SteriPen Adventurer Opti was the recipient of a 2012 Desnivel Award as one of the 15 best new products. Great for camping and hiking off the power grid. Price, $89.95.

Stay warm on the stream

Be prepared for the biting wind that may cut through your predawn casting routine with Simms’ Guide Windbloc Hat. Polartec Windbloc fleece fabric gives you a soft, stretchy fit that battles any breeze with a fully windproof exterior. Price, $37.46.

Warm at the lodge

The Wintergreen women’s sweater fleece lodge cardigan is full-zip, crafted from 8.9-ounce Polartec Thermal Pro sweater fleece. Looks and feels like a sweater. Price, $158.

Stay sharp

Work Sharp has partnered with legendary knife-maker Ken Onion to develop a new knife and tool sharpening platform with expanded features. Keep your knives sharp with Work Sharp. Price, $149.95.

Do the Polar Buff

The Polar Buff is ideal for skiing, fat-biking or snowshoeing. Wear it around your neck or with multifunctional headwear versatility. It’s made with warm, comfortable Polartec Classic 100 fleece at the base and a full-length microfiber headwear on top. The Polar Buff can be worn 10 different ways. Price, $32.

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