SnowBrains Father's Day Gift Guide: 11 Awesome Ideas for Your Mountain Loving Dad - SnowBrains

2022-06-19 00:34:21 By : Mr. Alan Guo

Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 19th. If you’re struggling with what to buy your skiing or riding dad, below is a list of gift ideas for all budgets.

In March Insta360 announced the ONE RS, a new interchangeable lens action camera that offers creators all-in-one versatility, without compromises. Whose dad doesn’t like a cool gadget!

Using a three-part design—one battery, one processor and three quick-swapping lenses—ONE RS effortlessly transforms from a traditional action cam to a creative 360 cam. A new high-performance 4K Boost Lens with a 1/2″ 48MP image sensor now offers stunningly detailed wide-angle videos and photos, while a powerful Core offers better than ever in-camera stabilization, crisper audio and more.   

As a modular camera system, the new lens and Core are cross-compatible with the preceding ONE R generation as well, enabling creators to upgrade their camera at their own pace. The previously-released 5.7K 360 Lens unlocks endless creative possibilities with the Invisible Selfie Stick effect and 360 reframing. Meanwhile, the 5.3K 1-Inch Wide Angle Lens co-engineered with Leica continues to offer unparalleled image quality thanks to its 1-inch sensor. No matter which lens is installed, the action camera is tough, rugged and waterproof to 16 feet (5m). 

Insta360 ONE RS is available to order today via Insta360.com and select retailers worldwide, as well as Amazon US.

Waterproof, fog proof, light, compact, durable—the Noc Provisions Standard Issue Binoculars 10×25 were born for adventure. Noc Provisions sources Swiss optical engineering technology for the Standard Issue Binoculars aka ‘Nocs,’ such as its authentic Bak4 Prisms and Fully Multi-Coated lenses, which provide a bright, wide field of view wherever you go.

I was looking for a pair of binoculars I could take ski touring with me this spring for scoping backcountry lines and decided to test out the Nocs 10×25. I believe it was the best decision I could’ve made in this regard.

As the name suggests, this is a squeegee for your goggles. We all know how frustrating it is when you can’t see while skiing. Wet snow and freezing fog can drastically reduce your visibility. The soft rubber construction won’t scratch your goggles. I never ski without one. I put it on my pole strap, so it is always readily available. You can pick one up for less than $3, or most resorts and ski shops will have them near the front counter.

The function of pole baskets is to make sure your poles don’t sink too deep into the snow. Most ski poles come with a standard size basket. This is fine for many snow conditions, but once the powder day comes, you will want them to be wider. This is one of the simplest upgrades you can make. So, unless you are a ski racer, get some powder baskets and swap them out for your standard ones. They still work great on a hardpack day, and you can usually find them for about $10.

Your ski boots are arguably your most important piece of required gear, so why not protect them? Cat tracks keep your soles from wearing down when you are walking. Not only that, but they make it more comfortable when walking, as well as provide grip on snow and ice. $20 and you’re all set.

If you’ve ever had your skis stolen while taking your lunch break (like I have), then you know the value of keeping them safe. Skip the hassle and cost of ski check service and get yourself one of these compact locks. Most locks have a pretty thin cable, so with the right tool, it could be cut easily. However, it is a big enough deterrent that it will make a thief move on to one of the dozens of skis that isn’t locked. Less than $20 is worth the peace of mind.

The snow, freezing rain, and other wintery conditions can drain your phone battery. Don’t let that happen with the Phoozy. It is made from the same material NASA uses for spacesuits. It will extend your battery life in the cold and the heat, as well as protect your phone from drops. It also floats in water. $30 and you can extend your battery life up to 3X (versus not using it).

These are nice to have for the deepest of powder days. Powder leases are colorful trailers that deploy on top of the snow in the event you lose a ski in an (unlikely) fall. Finding a ski that is buried in powder can be extremely burdensome, not to mention waste valuable time while others are getting face shots.  Don’t be the person who is walking down the mountain carrying one ski. Pick these up to ensure you can find your ski and your dignity.

Remove moisture and odor after your ski day with these boot dryers. They will set you up for your next ski day by ensuring your boots are dry. Simple convection drying with light heat means it removes moisture without causing damage. These are a must for me, especially when I’m on a ski trip and skiing multiple days in a row. They pack easily too. Pro tip: plug them into your car’s auxiliary power outlet while driving up to the mountain and put on a warm dry boot in the parking lot.

Don’t just throw your skis in your car or box top and rely on your ski brakes to keep them together in transport. Use these $6 straps to prevent damage. They are also a handy item to have in the backcountry, or anywhere, to secure, bundle, or repair just about anything.

Having a reliable way to communicate with your group while skiing is highly desirable. It is beyond frustrating to get separated from your partners and have no way of knowing where they are. Even if you have good cell phone service, it is much easier to use these classic push-to-talk radios. A cheap pair will do the trick just fine. For a higher-end radio that can attach to your outerwear, check out the BC Link 2.0 (25% off right now) or the Rocky Talkie.

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