Great Gifts for paddlers
Whether an avid whitewater kayaker, seasoned rafter or intermediate paddleboarder, your favorite paddlesports-adventure-loving friend will be stoked to get any of the items on these lists of best paddlesports gifts for 2021. We've curated a list of our staff's [and the season's] most-wanted whitewater gear and organized it by price, so you can quickly find the right gift for your favorite paddler.
We'll start with the Gifts Worth Splurging On, because why not? :)
Then, we'll break it down to Gifts under $100, Gifts $100-$200, Gifts $250-500 and then some Stocking Stuffers and Gifts under $50 and Gifts under $25.
Yeah, we did some digging, so you can just enjoy the ride!
Great Gifts Worth Splurging On
Great Gifts from $200-$500
More Gifts and Stocking Stuffers
Puffin Coozies
Tired of cans not dressing warm enough or being able to swim back to the boat? Give your beloved beverages the gift of style and safety this year with Puffin Coozies!
Noseplugs
Water: we're made of it, and you know someone that paddles in it. It's definitely a bummer to get water up your nose. Noseplugs help your loved one advance their skills without the risk of getting giardia or sinus infections.
Drink Holder
NRS makes quality gear for the price, this beverage holder is no different. The covered top on the NRS ClampIT Drink Holder keeps the waves out of anyone's crispy drink.
Great Gifts Under $25
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