— 2013 Holiday Gift Guide — OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
Osprey Sirrus 24 Backpack - $80
Petzl Elia Climbing Helmet - $53
ALYSSA ambassador
LAURIE owa intern
WHY I LOVE IT
This pack has pockets in all the right places. Also, the backpanel is wonderful; no one likes back sweat — now you don’t have to live wiith it..
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
WHY I LOVE IT
Quite simply, I was sick of my 1. pony tail or 2. backpack bumping my helmet over my eyes while climbing. The Elia is lightweight, highly adjustable, & lets me wear a normal pony tail.
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
Crank Brothers Multi 17 Tool - $27
Line Pandora Skis - $520
RAE contributor
GINA owa founder
WHY I LOVE IT
WHY I LOVE IT
Its design makes it compact and easy to carry. It has all the pieces I need for any trail side bike maintinence. It’s durable and always ready to work.
They are super light, have amazing float in the powder and perform well (especially considering their girth) on the groomed and all conditions except crud.
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
Kammock Roo - $99
Wave Sport Mobius 49 - $1149
TIFFINY owa intern
WHY I LOVE IT
I take it with me everywhere in case I want to camp or sit in it and read on a particularly nice day. This thing is glorious. It’s ultra lightweight, durable, and it’s actually quite comfortable.
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
MICHELLE ambassador
WHY I LOVE IT
I have the Zero Gravity 48 model (pictured), which you can buy used or upgrade to the newer Mobius 49 (linked). It was my first kayak & it’s a good one; it’s so comfortable & performs well!
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
Victorinox Climber Swiss Army Knife - $30
Patagonia Byway Pant - $51
LIZ community
WHY I LOVE IT
I’ve used the tweezers to pull a stuck credit card out of a public transit pay station & used it to open cans of food on a trip where no one else had thought to bring a can opener—lucky I had this!
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
JESSIE community
WHY I LOVE IT
They allow for great freedom of movement and have been useful in both chilly, windy environments and hot, sunny environments. Also, the water-resistance of these pants is mind-boggling.
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
Buff Original - $20
Lowepro Photo Sport 200 AW Backpack - $160
GAIL contributor
WHY I LOVE IT
GEN ambassador
WHY I LOVE IT
The epitome of multi-tasking.: protect from sun on the face & neck; provide warmth in cold conditions & wind protection; & serve as a bandana, sleeping mask, headband, nose wipe & sweat rag, etc.
The designers understand outdoor photographers: The pack has easy access to DSLR with lens attached, room for additional lenses, and a pouch for a water bladder. Plus, it’s comfy to wear climbing,
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
The North Face Freedom LRBC Insulated Pant - $160
Vasque Breeze 2.0 GTX Hiking Boot - $136
KIM owa intern
ANGELA contributor
WHY I LOVE IT
WHY I LOVE IT
I’ve literally had these since high school and I refuse to get a new pair because they are that great. They’re super lightweight, but keep me warm; I’ve neer had a cold day wearing them.
My main hiking boot since 2008! They are lightweight and great for any hiker looking for long distances in dry conditions. I have beaten them up over the years and still am not looking to replace them!
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
Lululemon Base Runner Long Sleeve - $88
Patagonia Torrentshell Jacket - $129
BROOKE ambassador
WHY I LOVE IT
This winter I have been living in my Base Runner from Lululemon. The incredibly soft material, thumbholes, and form-flattering shape are just a few reasons that I never take this layer off.
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
SARA community
WHY I LOVE IT
It meets the perfect mid-line of functionality & affordability. It wicks moisture away like a champ, it’s super breathable for the price, has pit vents and — most importantly — it keeps me & all my clothes dry.
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
Feathered Friends Plover Ex -25 Sleeping Bag - $709
Bear Paw Wilderness Designs Tarp - $99
GAIL contributor
WHY I LOVE IT
KAT ambassador
WHY I LOVE IT
It’s lightweight, sheds frost easily, and keeps me warm and toasty in snowy conditions — including at 17k on Denali (pictured)!
I was skeptical about switching to a tarp from a tent, but it’s so light, saves space, & has such a low price point that I gave it a shot. There are a million ways to set it up depending on your situation!
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
Patagonia R2 Jacket - $169
Outdoor Research Incandescent Hoody - $325
REBECCA community
WHY I LOVE IT
Despite my enormous collection, my go-to jacket is the Patagonia R2. It’s light, packable, washable, comfortable, durable, warm, & makes a nice pillow on backpacking trips. It’s also a perfect layer for
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
GINA Founder
WHY I LOVE IT
The 800-fill down keeps me warm even in conditions that combine wind, blowing snow & double digit negative temps, so I rely on it for my work outdoors. I also love that it’s a conversation-starter: People have to touch the fabric & comment on being able to see the feathers inside!
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
GINA (founder) - Swoob Idona Sports Bra - $45
SARAH (community) - NUU-MUU DRESS - $70
Other sports bras don’t even come close. For my high-movement workouts (like running), this has hands-down the most support of any bra I’ve tried (lots of ‘em). It also has pockets so you can fit chapstick, car keys, & your phone or iPod in it. Won’t be searching for another bra.
Unique, flattering, fun, stylish, comfortable and you feel GOOD in your Nuu-Muu. I love that I can use my dress for just about anything. It is the perfect layering piece for all seasons.
KATHERINE (community) - OSPREY ARIEL 65 - $279 My favorite item that I can use year round. I love how it fits a women’s body, and the pockets, zippers, etc. placements are helpful and well thought out.
GINA (founder) - Nau M2 Hoody - $125 I can wear this running in cool weather, use it as a second layer skiing, & then take it right out on the town for the evening or put it on for a business meeting. Has a soft, comfy drape & the merino lends warmth without bulk. Bonus for the hood—perfect on chilly days!
LAURIE (OWA intern) - PATAGONIA CAPILENE 3 BOTTOMS - $30 I’m regularly cold so I’ve looked at lots of baselayers. After much searching, I stocked up on these; I haven’t found anything better & I’m not looking anymore!
NAME goes here KIM (OWA intern) - SMARTWOOL SOCKS - $16+ GINA (founder) - Millet Myo Climbing Shoes - $91 These were winners from the start. Snug fit but super-comfy (as climbing shoes go!). Aggressive fit & sticky rubber grabs rock ranging from Utah’s sandstone to Rumney granite. Sensitivity is high—great for micro-ledges!
TIFFINY - PRODUCT WHY I LOVE IT
This shirt is incredible. I can go 10 days without washing it, it’s antimicrobial, and it keeps
I wear Smartwool socks to run in and thicker pairs to hike in. They don’t get gross when my feet sweat and they protect my feet from blisters better than other brands.
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TIFFINY (OWA intern) - Icebreaker Tech Lite T-Shirt - $65 I can go 10 days without washing it, it’s anti-microbial, and it keeps me warm and cold when appropriate. It’s made from Merino wool & is ultralight.
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
OUTDOOR WOMEN’S ALLIANCE
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