Christmas gift for someone who has everything?

Seeking Advice
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Apologies if this isn’t allowed.

My dad and I recently reconnected, and we’ve been bonding a lot over our shared love of camping and hiking.

We’ve been talking about the trips we’ll be taking next year, and he’s given me some of his old gear he no longer uses. He’s also bought me an upgraded tent for Christmas!

I’m hoping to get him something camping-related for Christmas, but I’m stumped on what to get him.

I’m looking for suggestions of camping gifts under £50. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!

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How about a book on a trail you both can hike together?

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High-quality versions of inexpensive things make for great gifts. Consider a nice pen (like a Fisher Space Pen), amazing fruit preserves (Bonne Maman), heirloom rose plants (David Austen), or a treat from a local bakery, chocolatier, or cheese shop. A splurge on something small but special will mean a lot to him.

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@Davi
Yes! Look up Caran d’Ache 849 pens. They’re very stylish, have a fun clickless movement, and are Swiss-made. They’re one of my go-to gifts, though not camping-related.

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My go-to answer for this is consumables:

  • Paracord
  • Mineral oil
  • Dehydrated food
  • Isobutane canisters
  • Alcohol (if he uses an alcohol stove)
  • White gas or other liquid fuels if he has a liquid stove
  • Durable water-resistant coatings
  • Tenacious Tape or similar repair stuff
  • Propane if he uses that kind of lighter
  • Zippo fluid for Zippo lighters.

You get the idea — camping fuel. Even if he has the fanciest sports car, he’ll still need gas.

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@Darby
Exactly, something that will get used up.

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Check out the r/flashlight forum. People there have great recommendations and reviews on reasonably priced lights and rechargeable batteries for camping. Many experienced campers aren’t familiar with newer tech. For example, I had an LED lantern from a big box store that produced harsh white light. Thanks to r/flashlight, I found a more compact rechargeable lantern that adjusts brightness and gives a warm, campfire-like light.

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@Arlen
Be careful though.

You’ll end up with ten Hank or Zebralights before you know it.

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@Arlen
Just make sure it’s not from r/fleshlight!

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Something personalized always makes a nice gift. Consider something like this:

You could also get a customized Zippo or water bottle, or add a sentimental touch to a classic outdoor item.

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@Soren
Another idea for something to engrave — a long-handled camping spoon. Something like Toaks Titanium Long Handle Spoon. Titanium is lightweight and durable, though there are cheaper options too.

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No one has experienced something like this. Give him an experience.

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A nice Swiss Army knife is a great option.

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Snow Peak has some crazy expensive gear, but they also have a lot of great items under $50. They make perfect camping gifts.

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A Jetboil.

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How about some nice dehydrated meals or Darn Tough socks?

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Firebuggz makes fun but unnecessary roasting sticks in various styles. We’ve got the Flipp Stikk, and it’s great for roasting marshmallows and such.

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Montana said:
Firebuggz makes fun but unnecessary roasting sticks in various styles. We’ve got the Flipp Stikk, and it’s great for roasting marshmallows and such.

Also, try filled Ghirardelli squares for an amazing s’more. We’re a dark chocolate raspberry family.

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A NiteCore mini LED camping lantern. It’s small like a lipstick tube but a great lantern for inside the tent. It’s lightweight and costs around $40 CAD.

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A Flextail pump.