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Basecamp Christmas!

Are you the outdoorsy type? This great range of gifts for the gang at Basecamp might just fit perfectly under your tree this year.

1. Speed Light Jacket

Like a bit of climbing and mountaineering in indeterminate climates, like Ireland’s? Miniscule in your pack, this lightweight Speed Light Jacket is made with the new generation of heavy duty, three-layer GORE-TEX® Pro fabric redesigned with improved breathability for extreme conditions.

2. Black Diamond Trail Pole

From casual weekend jaunts to extended backpacking trips in the mountains, the Black Diamond Trail Trekking Pole is an all-around pole for any conditions and any terrain. Dual FlickLocks offer complete adjustability to suit the terrain, while interchangeable carbide Tech Tips are easily swapped for our rubber Tech Tips to accommodate changing trail surfaces.

3. Kånken 16 L Blue RIdge

Straight backs are happy backs, and with its special design the Kånken backpack has been saving people from back problems since 1978. An excellent choice for college, outings or biking to work. Kånken is made out of durable, lightweight Vinylon F, and has lots of handy features including a sitting pad in the back pocket and a logo that doubles as a reflector.

4. Sea to Summit Microfiber Towel

Lightweight and very packable, Sea to Summit microfiber towels are highly absorbent and dry super fast. Made of 70% polyester and 30%, their ultra-suede finish is remarkably soft, and they’re compact and machine washable too!

5. Contigo Metra Flask

Featuring tne AUTOSEAL® system, this sleek flask guarantees a 100 per cent spill and leak proof drinking experience by sealing automatically between sips: press gently to drink and release to seal. The mug uses special vacuum insulation technology with double stainless steel walls. Coffee or tea stays warm for five hours, cold drinks stay cool for up to 12.

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