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Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How did it get to be mid December already?? Where has the year gone? It\u2019s almost Christmas and I\u2019ve nothing done!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I love Christmas, I love the atmosphere, the build-up, Santa and the general spirit of giving, but there comes a point when even thinking about shopping brings me out in a cold sweat. That time is now. And it\u2019s also getting a bit late for online shopping\u2026. Cue full on panic!!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wait! Wait!! There is an alternative! What if I told you that you could go Christmas shopping for your outdoor nut (or anyone really) with really easy car-parking and surrounded by mountains? Sounds like bliss right? Hell, get the assistant to help you choose and you can even squish in a walk or a run.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, get yourself to adventure.ie\u2019s mountain store in Laragh-Glendalough for the most serene Christmas shopping experience you will ever have. Promise! They\u2019re also online and can ship to you in time for Christmas if you have your order in before midday on the 18th. (Ireland). You can browse online at store.adventure.ie<\/a> and use the click and collect option if you feel anxious about delivery at this stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some ideas for items they may not already have. And something here to suit all budgets, from under \u20ac10 for those work Kris Kindles and that little bit more for someone special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baabuk Yves Slippers.<\/a> \u20ac69.95<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Beautifully and ethically\ncrafted in Nepal, each pair of slippers takes 3 days to create. Sustainable,\nwarm and naturally antiseptic, these felted wool slippers make the perfect\nfabric for around the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gerber Multi-Pliers.<\/a> \u20ac69.00<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

We can think of about 600\nreasons why this much-applauded Gerber MP600 Multi-Plier tool belongs on your\nbelt. Fail-safe performance, rock-solid design and construction. One handed\nopening and 14 additional tools. Comes in stainless steel and black stainless\nsteel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Black Diamond Mont Blanc Gloves.<\/a> \u20ac20<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Inspired by the legendary Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc race, Black Diamond\u2019s Mont Blanc Gloves are designed to shed light weather and breathe efficiently during ultra-races and other high-energy endeavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The lightweight stretch fabric features a weather-resistant finish protecting you against unfavourable conditions, while the textured grip palm provides a firm grasp on trekking poles, bottles and other essentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Mont Blanc also features digital fingertips that allow you to use your phone without baring your skin to the cold \u2013 essential for getting the social\u00a0 selfies to prove your craziness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Firepot Food.<\/a> From \u20ac7.50 per meal<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly delicious, nutritious, dehydrated slow-cooked meals \u2013 all are lactose free, and many are also gluten free or vegan or both! That\u2019s a bonus for me. Being coeliac means that going on any expedition has a whole other level of stress entirely related to food. So now, even if I have to carry it myself, at least I know I will be well fed. The good people at Firepot have also spent ages developing a compostable bag. So you can now choose between compostable bags (which require a pot to cook in) or the standard waterproof cook-in-the-bag pouches. Regular sized meals cost \u20ac7.50. Extra Large portions are \u20ac9.95.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MSR Trailshot Microfilter.<\/a> \u20ac54.95<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The runner or hiker in your life will love you for getting them one of these. They can safely refill their bottles from streams and even puddles along their route. This saved my butt in The Alps this summer on a ridiculously hot day when\u00a0only stream left with any water in it was a dusty trickle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

TheTrailShot made refilling our bottles a cinch. It also proved immensely useful at home in the Wicklow mountains \u2013 there were a lot of dead deer carcasses decomposing after a tough winter and harsh Spring. The filter sorted out that water, getting rid of the bad stuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Darn Tough Socks.<\/a> From \u20ac22.95<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Be warned: Buying these socks may mean you run out of ideas for presents in the near future. They come with an unlimited lifetime guarantee \u2013 if you wear them out, DarnTough will replace them!! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ledlenser 600 Lumen Headtorch. <\/a>\u20ac98.95<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

An amazing 600 lumens oflight turns night into day and the incredible, rechargeable battery life meansit\u2019s eco-friendly without compromising on quality. Two models are available tochoose from. The MH10 which has already become a legend in its own lunchbox as lightest and brightest headtorch in its class. The NEO10R, on the other hand, ever so slightly heavier has been designed with runners in mind. The battery-pack is less likely to slide and it comes with an chest harness for running in foggy conditions. You might even win one in the 12 Days of Christmas competition run by store.adventure.ie<\/a> if you\u2019re lucky!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contigo Thermal Mugs.<\/a> From\u20ac31.95<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

These thermal mugs havebeen around a while now, but with the whole Keep Cup Revolution, these thingsare getting more attention and use. These guys are still the best in my humble opinion. They keep stuff hotter longer than cheaper versions partly because ofthe AUTOSEAL feature, which means the mug only opens when you press the button on the front \u2013 when it\u2019s in your mouth. No more coffee down your front on your morning commute. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I still have my original one in fact, and still use it, it still works perfectly after all the years of use and abuse. Admittedly the paint has begun chipping off, but that\u2019s my fault entirely because I\u2019ve chucked it in the dishwasher so often (ok to do with stainless steel variety, but not the best idea with the painted version if you want your mug to stay pristine). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve recently treated myself to this 300ml Pinnacle version which can fit under most coffee machines (as you know, I am a coffee-a-holic and because my old Contigo didn\u2019t have the locking mechanism onthe lid. A super useful feature to avoid unwanted spillages in bags and allowsyou to use the thermal mug as a flask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steiner Soft Tec Balaclava.<\/a> \u20ac9.95<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This is an invaluable little gift for your adventurer buddy. Every outdoor person should have one of these in the bottom of their rucksack or stuffed in a pocket. When standing around at belays, marshalling a race, watching your kids play a match or skiing or hiking in cold, rough and windy weather conditions, owning one of these bad boys will be the best gift they ever received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smidge.<\/a> From \u20ac6.50<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Okay, so it\u2019s not the right time of year from them in Ireland, but maybe your mate is heading off to better climes. Developed and tested in Scotland by midge experts in the harshest conditions \u2013 seriously \u2013 if you\u2019ve ever seen a Scottish midge, you\u2019ll understand that if this stuff can sort those out, their Irish cousin and mozzies are a breeze!! And best of all, Smidge is DEET free so it\u2019s suitable for everyone over the age of 2 (including pregnant women)! The pocket version is 18ml of credit card sized handiness at \u20ac6.50,with better value at \u20ac8.95 for the standard 75ml spray bottle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outdoor Research Surge Trail Running Gaiters.<\/a> \u20ac26.95<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

OR Surge Running Gaiters are what any smart thinking trail runner will reach for when seeking on-the-run protection from rocks, scree, and trail debris such asheather, bracken, gorse etc.\u00a0That means no more laces catching, no more having to stop toget that increasingly annoying tiny but sharp pebble out of your shoe. And they come in nice colours too\u2026.. \ud83d\ude00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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