Best Gifts For The Traveling Athlete

If the traveling athlete in your life hasn’t made their Christmas list, checked it twice, and then shared it with you, perhaps you’re not sure what to give them. Don’t worry. We have a list that includes something for every adventurer. Whether you want a gift to empower them to explore the world, one that ensures they have more fun while doing it, or some treats that make their trips a little easier along the way, we have you covered with these gifts for the traveling athlete.

Fitbit Versa 4

The Versa 4 is Fitbit’s most advanced, fitness-focused smartwatch. Its features include build-in GPS for adventurers, over 40 exercise modes for all sorts of outdoor activities, and real-time stats. It tracks the wearer’s heart rate and provide notifications when their heart rate is high or low. It also offer sleep tracking and wellness reports, among many other tools for those with an active lifestyle. Shop Now: Fitbit, $229.95

Juiced Bikes RipRacer Electric Bike

If you have a close family member or friend who loves riding, consider a fat tire, moped, step-through, or commuter style e-bike from Juiced Bikes. The fun, new RipRacer is a big, fun gift that would create a Christmas morning memory they’d never forget. It has features like an integrated brake light, hydraulic disc brakes, and an adjustable-height seat. Shop Now: $999 at the time of publication

Tervis Mountain Adventure Stainless Steel Water Bottle

Give a fun and useful gift with the customizable Mountain Adventure water bottle from Tervis. It is made of stainless steel and is triple insulated to keep drinks cold for up to 60 hours, and it has a quick access spout. Its wide mouth lets the adventurer easily put ice in the bottle, and it has a leakproof lid so they can feel confident tossing it in a backpack. Shop Now: Tervis, $42.99

GetYourGuide Gift Card

Here’s a gift for the traveling athlete who has everything. GetYourGuide has a wide variety of guided tour adventures for active travelers, and a gift card in the amount of your choice is a great way to give an experience that will lead to memories that are likely to last a lifetime. Among the possible guided adventures are four-hour Landmannalaugar hiking experience in Iceland, winter kayaking near Stockholm, and exploring caves in Australia. Shop Now: GetYourGuide, starting at $50

Punch Studio European Globetrotter Luggage Tag

This beautiful little gift makes a great stocking stuffer, and it can help an adventurer travel in style and easily identify their luggage on each adventure. It’s made of vegan leather and has an easily adjustable buckle strap. The bold blue background shows off illustrations of iconic destinations like Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower, and the Arc de Triomphe. Shop Now: Punch Studio: $13

Nike Victory Elite Road Tint Sunglasses

Created with the help of insights from competitive runners, the Nike Victory Elite sunglasses are perfect for a traveling athlete. They are adjustable at the temples and the nose pad for a customized, comfortable fit. Unlike traditional sunglasses, these innovative sunglasses have a one-piece contoured lens that offers a deeper level of coverage without the distraction of the separated lens. Shop Now: Nike, $175

Morton Essentials Yosemite Explorer Candle

Camping in Yosemite is the ultimate trip for many travelers who revel in excursions in the great outdoors. So, for a holiday gift that celebrates a great trip the adventurer has enjoyed or wants to enjoy, the Yosemite Explorer candle from Morton Essentials captures scents like orange spice, fire, and pine. The candle helps bring to life a sensory experience from a Yosemite campsite for an adventurer to enjoy in between vacations. Shop Now: Morton Essentials, $32

Victorinox Off-White Pocket Knife

This pocket knife is terrific when you’re looking for a high-end gift that offers a unique take on something ordinary that adventure travelers can always use. Also, it’s collectible since only 3,000 of these were made! This striking knife was created under the creative direction of the late Virgil Abloh. It includes such tools as a screwdriver, a large can opener, a reamer, a wire stripper, and a key ring. Shop Now: Victorinox, $500

NOMATIC Access Pouch

This access pouch from NOMATIC is created to help travelers have easy access to their daily essentials while they’re enjoying an adventure. It has internal mesh pockets so they can keep small things organized. It also has an RFID safe pocket for a higher level of protection, and it has tamper-resistant zippers. This handy pouch was created to last, so it’s a gift that can bring enjoyment year after year. Shop Now: NOMATIC, $49.99