Backpacker | Holiday Gift Guide 2019

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A backpacker can always use new gear. We've got recommendations for the backpacker in your life. From freeze-dried ice cream to the latest and greatest backpacking tent, you'll find what you need whether it's for stocking stuffers or for a gift under the tree.

	Osprey Atmos AG 50 Backpacking Pack Consistently one of the most well-rated backpacking packs on the market, the Osprey Atmos Pack is the right balance of comfort, weight and storage options. Its 3D suspension provides effective ventilation without sacrificing mobility, and will be a reliable companion for any backpacking trip. Men's: Available on Amazon Women's: Available on Amazon
	Good To-Go Weekender 3-Pack For backpackers that are tired of the usual freeze-dried foods but don’t want to carry their own fresh ingredients, Good To-Go makes culinary inspired freeze-dried meals. All of their entrees are vegan and all you need to do is add hot water. This Weekender 3-Pack fits most weekend trips with 2 entrees and a breakfast. Available on Amazon
	Mountain House Freeze Dried Ice Cream Sandwich Who says you can’t have ice cream when out on the trail? Mountain House’s Ice Cream Sandwich proves that this is not true. While it looks like a regular ice cream sandwich, it is dehydrated, reducing the weight to next to nothing while maintaining a delicious ice cream flavor. Available on Amazon
	Merrell Moab 2 Waterproof Hiking Shoe For those who like to move fast on the trail, the Merrell Moab 2 Waterproof Hiking Shoe features a Vibram® sole, performance suede leather and mesh upper, making it a comfortable, but more importantly, reliable shoe for any number of days on the trail. Men's: Available on Amazon Women's: Available on Amazon
	Jetboil Flash Cooking System Boiling water in the outdoors used to take ages, but with the Jetboil Flash Cooking System, boiling water now takes only a few minutes. Better yet, the logo on the side will turn yellow when the water is hot, giving backpackers a visual indication when the water is done. Available on Amazon
	Outdoor Research Ferrosi Hiking Pants It’s hard to appreciate a good pair of hiking pants until you try one for yourself. Outdoor Research’s Ferrosi Hiking Pants are made with their popular lightweight and durable Ferrosi material, making for a pant that protects, dries fast and weighs very little. Men's: Available on Amazon Women's: Available on Amazon
	MSR Hubba Hubba NX 2-Person Tent One of the most popular tents for those looking for quality, the MSR Hubba Hubba is made of quality materials and has a construction that gives backpackers ample headroom while inside. It also is incredibly weather resistant, keeping you dry during a storm. Available on Amazon
	REI Co-op AirRail Plus Self-Inflating Sleeping Pad While not necessarily the most lightweight sleeping pads, the AirRail from REI Co-op is one of Kuju’s favored sleeping pads for its comfort. Its materials make rocks virtually disappear and the rails on the sides do a great job of keeping backpackers on top of the sleeping pad in the middle of the night. Available from REI
	Garmin inReach Explorer+ Being in the backcountry with no cell service is great...until it's not. The Garmin inReach Explorer+ uses a global network of satellites to make it possible to communicate with loved one’s even when off the grid. It pairs with your mobile device so that you can also access maps for navigation. Available on Amazon
	BioLite Sunlight Solar Powered Lantern Running of battery for your flashlight mid-trip is a nightmare. BioLite’s Sunlight Solar Powered Lantern makes it so that you never have to worry about battery as long as you have access to the sun. Charge it up during the day. Light your campsite at night. Available on Amazon
	Marmot Ironwood 20 Sleeping Bag Filled with certified 650 fill power down, the Marmot Ironwood 20 Sleeping Bag is a lightweight down bag that will keep you warm even in the wettest conditions. It is rated down to 20°F, and ground level side seams wrap around the body for maximum warmth. Available on Amazon
	Kuju Coffee Single-Serve Pour Overs It’s time to give your backpacker friend or family member an upgrade for their coffee arsenal. Kuju Coffee’s single-serve pour overs are perfect for weekend backpacking trips. Made with specialty-grade coffee, backpackers can now have cafe-quality coffee while out in the backcountry. Available from Kuju Coffee