Gifts For Rock or Ice Climber in Your Life
Whether it's rock or ice climbing, the Upper Peninsula offers some of the best around. If you have a climber on your Christmas list, we've got some gear they would love. Help keep the stoke up and the safety high over the coming year with the perfect gift.
New Shoes
For a rock climber, shoes are their direct connection to the rock. A new pair of climbing shoes are sure to put a smile on the face of any climber come Christmas morning. If you're just starting out in the sport, shoes are the first thing you'll want as they open the door to so many potential climbing adventures.
If you're looking for something a little colder, a new pair of ice climbing boots would certainly warm any heart. Whether they are a seasoned ice climber, or a rock climber who doesn't know how awesome ice is yet, ice boots under the tree might just be the perfect gift.
Climbing Hardware
"I have plenty of caribiners and other climbing hardware" - No One
Get them a gift that will keep them safe and enhance their day at the crag with some new climbing hardware or protection. A rack of Black Diamond Cams or pack of CAMP quickdraws would certainly make any climbers day merry and bright.
Rocky Talkies
Communication is key, in life and in climbing. Rocky Talkies are perfect for any outdoor pursuit where your seperated and still need clear, reliable communication. Climbing for instance. Every climber would love a pair of these light weight, durable and dependable communication devices. And they can use them for more than just climbing. Going for a hunt, a paddle, a hike? Take your Rocky Talkie and never be left wondering what your partner is thinking again.
An Upper Peninsula Climbing Guidebook
Getting lost sucks. These guides will keep you in the know as you head out to find your new favorite climb. Featuring hundreds of rock and ice climbs from around the Upper Peninsula as well as detailed directions, maps and other points of interest, these two books are a must have for any Midwest climber.
A guided adventure or class
Experiences make better gifts than more stuff. Any climber would appreciate a day out with a professional guide as an opportunity to grow their skill, find a new favorite climbing spot, or just have an epic day.
The Michigan Ice Fest guides offer Rock and Ice trips around the Upper Peninsula and will help create a day that matches your climber's level of skill and interests.
Great for the family, the first timer, or the seasoned veteran, these trips make unforgettable memories andwon't just be another thing that ends up in a box somewhere.