Core Concepts January Jacket

Core Concepts describes their January Jacket as "always appropriate," which we think is extremely accurate given it's the perfect mix between stylish and sporty. Its chic shape with classic lines was inspired by the infamous but always well-dressed Mad Men character Betty Draper. She wouldn't be caught dead outside the confines of her quaint suburban neighborhood, but for the fashion-forward adventurer in your life the coat also features a wind- and waterproof shell, a brushed fleece inner lining, and a zip front with magnetic over-closure. $189; CoreLayers.com -- Katie Rosenbrock

Coleman Stainless Steel 12-Cup Coffee Percolator

You're a camper, not a cowboy. This stainless steel, easy-to-clean percolator makes enough black gold for the entire campsite and won't leave grounds in the bottom of your cup. $40; coleman.com -- Mark Lebetkin

Osprey Ozone Convertible Luggage

The new Ozone series by Osprey is all about convenience without clutter and efficiency without excess. It has a lightweight design and a handful of practical features that makes it perfect for the avid and active traveler in your life. Its most notable features: a backpack-style carrying harness (accessible through a removable back panel mesh cover) and a zip-off daypack. $329; OspreyPacks.com -- Katie Rosenbrock

Pony Bracelets

Leave it to a 14-year-old to redesign the simple hair tie and transform it into a fashion statement. These stylish ponytails are a dual-purpose accessory that any woman with long hair will want to have when she’s flying on the red eye or just needing to tame her flyaways during spin class. Of course, they look lovely when worn around the wrist, too. $5; PonyBracelet.com -- Katie Jackson

Asics GT 2000-2

The newest shoe from Asics is a second take on the GT-2000 series and this time around it's designed for a lighter and even more comfortable ride. John Gilberston, elite runner and member of the Mammoth Track Club sports these neutral sneaks because he likes the lightweight but durable build and the responsive cushioning courtesy of Asics' FluidRide midsole technology. “With each stride I feel the cushion and I get that bounce back to propel me into my next step," says Gilberston. This sneak’s specs are almost endless and it's also available in a trail version, which means you can easily please the runner in your life, no matter what type of terrain they love to tackle. $120; asics.com -- Katie Rosenbrock

Brooks Nightlife Socks

Socks are a traditional go-to gift, but these sophisticated socks from Brooks Running are too cool to call classic. Moisture wicking means they'll dry fast and are the perfect pair to pack for a trip. Because they come from the Nightlife line, they're highly visible and perfect for a late-night run following a day spent at the museums. $14; BrooksRunning.com -- Katie Jackson

The North Face 3-in-1 Tri-Climate Sephari Jacket

Every kind of explorer will adore this adaptable jacket from The North Face. Removable Heatseeker insulation allows its wearer to regulate warmth to the desired level and a breathable but waterproof HyVent outer layer makes it an ideal piece of outerwear for any kind of activity. A few other sweet specs include a removable hood, pit-zips, two zipper pockets, an internal media pocket, a secure Napoleon pocket, a hem cinch-cord, and a brushed collar. $240; TheNorthFace.com -- Katie Rosenbrock

Everest: The West Ridge, Anniversary Edition Two weeks after Jim Whittaker became the first American to summit the world’s highest peak, a less celebrated but no less daring team arrived at the top of the world by a different route, the West Ridge—and almost didn’t make it back down. In this expanded National Outdoor Book Award-winning reissue of a true-adventure classic, author Thomas Hornbein recounts that brutal experience, during which he and his partner Willi Unsoeld were forced to spend the night at 28,000 feet in the open air. Spoiler: not all toes survived. $30; The Mountaineers Books -- Mark Lebetkin

Harbinger Women's and Men's Pro Gloves

Lifting weights isn't easy, and not just because they're heavy. Rough metal gym equipment leaves unprotected hands coarse and calloused, but durable foam-padded gloves like these provide protection and comfort. Plus, they’re great for outside the gym, too. One reviewer wrote that they even held up through a Tough Mudder obstacle course race. $15 (w)/$17 (m); DicksSportingGoods.com -- Katie Rosenbrock

MyTopo Custom Map

Everyone who loves the outdoors has a favorite place: it could be a national park, remote seashore or backyard. It's also no secret that maps can make great wall art. The good people at myTopo made the connection, and offer their custom-printed maps as glossy posters. Search by GPS coordinates or keyword for anywhere in the U.S. and Canada, and start customizing: adjust the scale (1:10,000 to 1:50,000), size (18”x24” to 5’x8’), overlays (including boundaries, grids, etc.), and whether you want a topo map, aerial photo, hi-res satellite image, or topo-photo hybrid. Prices range from $10 for the smallest topo map to $300 for a supersized satellite image. A still-jumbo 36”x48” topo map with relief shading starts at $30. MyTopo.com -- Mark Lebetkin

Opedix KNEE-Tec Tight

Here's a high-tech piece of gear disguised as active wear. Perfect for runners who log many miles, the KNEE-Tec tight from Opedix features the brand’s patented technology which is designed to enhance performance by supporting joint motion. The tights are touted for their ability to minimize fatigue, equalize joint loading, and improve dynamic stability during movement. Science even says that these premium pants provide enough joint support to realign the body's kinetic chain. $225; Opedix.com -- Katie Rosenbrock

GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Dualist Ultralight Cookset

This ingenious nesting cookset for two weighs in at only 22 ounces, making it a perfect fit for backpackers or car campers who like to keep things compact and light. It's a kitchen in a pot: the nonstick 1.8-liter pot has a strainer built into the lid, and it fits two squat, insulated 20-ounce mugs with sipping lids to prevent spillage, two bowls, and two telescoping sporks (which are inexplicably called "foons"). The carrying bag doubles as a camp sink. All that's missing are your folding camp stove, fuel canister and spices. Lucky for you, they fit inside, too. $65; GSIOutdoors.com -- Mark Lebetkin

Max Mirani Luggage

For the adventurer constantly on the go who hates unpacking and repacking -- or is just too busy to bother -- this 2-in-1 carry-on will do the trick. Folded clothes are neat and accessible via the clever shelf feature, and a removable shoe and laundry bag is great for storing tennis shoes and sweaty clothes when there’s no time for a wash after working out. Bonus points because it comes with a lifetime warranty. $379; joyus.com -- Katie Jackson

Rite in the Rain Pocket Notebook and All-Weather Pen

From John Muir to Jon Krakauer, all manner of writer has been drawn to the outdoors. But you don’t have to be a member of the literati to scribble down your observations while on the trail; and with this 4"x6", 100-page notebook and all-weather pen -- it writes on wet paper and at extreme temperatures -- you don’t have to worry about your musings washing away in that unexpected rain storm. Comes in a cordura zip-up pouch. $29.25; riteintherain.com -- Mark Lebetkin

UCO Arka Lantern

This cleverly designed lantern by Redmond, Wash.-based UCO will do more than just light up your campsite: it collapses down into a flashlight and can charge your phone, too. Its USB-rechargeable lithium-ion battery can charge an iPhone once and still have enough juice left over to stay lit on the low setting for up to 25 hours. $70; IndustrialRev.com -- Mark Lebetkin

Scrubba Wash Bag

Billed as the world's first pocket-sized washing machine, this travel- and trekking-friendly bag has a flexible internal washboard and can complete a small load of laundry -- about two days worth of summer clothes—in 5 to 6 minutes with only about a gallon of water. $65; TheScrubba.com