Black Friday is here, which means it’s time to start shopping for your special paddling brothers and sisters. Once again, Miles Paddled has got you covered by bravely wading into the sea of Amazon to discover the unique (and sometimes ridiculous) gifts to consider giving this holiday season in our third-annual gift guide.
I’ll admit, I thought last year would be the last time we posted this feature, but it’s just so damn entertaining to see what’s available that we’re doing it once again. Hopefully you’ll find something perfect for that special paddler in your life but “act quick!” as they say, because these items are sure to become the must-have items of the year and are sure to sell out. 😉
Iron-On Kayak Badge ($5)
Kayaking is a badge of honor for some, so why not literally honor your friends who merit them with one of these?
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Bent Paddle Bracelet ($85)
This bent-paddle bracelet takes bent-paddle love to the next level.
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LEGO Disney Frozen II – Anna’s Canoe Expedition ($16)
“Let it go… let it go… paddlin’ in a LEGO boat! LEGO go… LEGO go…”
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Hardwood Kayak Desk Sculpture ($70)
Here’s a wooden canoe desk sculpture to compliment wooden desks. It’s also a conversation piece to stare longingly at for five working days (until you hit the water once again).
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Dog Canoe Bed ($40)
How comfy does this doggie canoe bed look? Crazy comfy. And cute. (Puppies not included, one would assume).
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Life is Good Insulated Tumbler ($17)
Life is Good – especially while sipping a dark roast on the way to the put-in.
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Lottie Doll Canoe Adventure Playset ($35)
I’m not familar with Lottie Doll, but I may introduce my kids to them. I mean, that is a sweet canoe.
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Kayak Cupcake Toppers ($19)
How do you make a cupcake better? You one-up it with paddling deco boofing a class II frosting ledge.
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Canoe Succulent Planter and Air Plant Pot ($18)
Name one thing that doesn’t suck about this beautiful succulent canoe planter?
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Moose + Beaver Backpack ($17)
For fear the “Rocky and Bullwinkle” lawyers might be sending us a cease and desist, we too, will just call this “Moose and Beaver”.
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Metal Canoe Votive Candle Holder ($30)
One votive and emotive candle holder.
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Paddling Hotdog PopSockets Grip ($15)
I don’t use these but they’re super popular, so why not have one with a hotdog hotdoggin’ it in a green kayak? Prefer a hotdog in a bun canoe? There’s that too.
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Explore The Wild Rivers Throw Pillow Cushion Cover ($13)
I can’t disagree with a motivational message like this. And, it’s just kinda pretty.
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Kayak Charm Necklace ($25)
Charming.
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Kayaking Elf Pajama Tank Top ($19)
I’m so confused by this. I mean, could they make the shoes look like canoes? Further searching revealed you can also buy a “Drunk Elf” version. Both make similar sense.
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Recycled Metal Canoe Planter/Cooler ($158)
Sure to be a conversation piece at your next canoe or plant party/happy hour.
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Kayak Stand Ups Party Decor ($42)
“Ain’t no party like a kayak party”, says any kid standing next to these cardboard beauties (this dude needs a Miles Paddled shirt, btw).
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Cardboard Canoe Party Decor ($28)
For the kid that doesn’t want a kayak party, but rather a Native American dugout canoe party – this is their jam.
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Kayak Cola Can Shaped Piggy Bank ($20)
There’s no more inconspicuous place to stash your expensive kayak stuff than in a cola can, right? We can’t guarantee that nobody will pick it up to wonder what it is.
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Kayak Cove Magnetic Brainteaser Game ($51)
Brainteaser indeed. Too many kayakers running this cove as far as I can tell.
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Canoe Christmas Tree Ornament ($12)
We must, of course, highlight the obligatory Christmas/Holiday tree ornament. Also available in Old World Christmas glass kayak and canoe models to adorn the old tannenbaum.
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Paddle Cufflinks ($10)
For the dressy paddler suddenly beholden to a suit and tie or tux.
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Infant Canoe Onesie ($26)
Well damn, that’s cute.
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Canoe-Shaped Toilet Paper Holder ($31)
For those who can’t stop thinking about their canoe while portaging on the loo.
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Stuffed Toy Organizer and Bag Chair ($50)
As a parent who paddles, there’s nothing better than a functional item like this.
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Canoe Evolution Stemless Wine Glass ($24)
I think the last silhouette should really be a human sitting back with a glass of red, but that’s just me.
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Wood Canoe Shaped Cocktail Table ($495)
Holy Moly is this a beaut! No idea if it’s waterproof but I’d be tempted to fill it with water and toss in a betta.
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Laptop Sleeve ($21)
Rather pretty illo to protect your Apple.
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Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle ($20)
Kayak. Eat. (Drink.) Sleep. Repeat.
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Canoe Engraved Wood Yo-Yo ($14)
Yo – this old-timey fun-thing is fun, yo.
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Canoe By Dana ($26)
How to woo a lady paddler: Step 1: Apply “Canoe… By Dana”. Step 2: Whisper softly into her ear… “Canoe… By Danaaaaa”.
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Paddle Heart Pendant ($40)
Step three: (While wearing Canoe, by Dana…) Gift her this.
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Melange 12-Piece Bamboo Campers Dinnerware Set ($11)
There’s nothing like a melange dish to bring back childhood memories (remember those McDonald’s plates?)
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Whirligig Canoe Spinner ($51)
I’ve never stopped to enjoy a whirligig. In fact, I think this is the first time I’ve ever thought much about one at all.
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Vintage Kayak Patent Print ($13)
I like blueprints as much as maps, but while I’m pretty sure this isn’t legit – it still looks cool and it’s sure to bring the room together, no doubt.
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Dugout Canoe Bedding Set ($140)
Is there anything more cozy than a dugout canoe comforter? I say nay.
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LEGO City Great Vehicles Kayak Adventure Kit ($7)
With a baseball hat, PFD, stuff sack and camera, this LEGO dude is well-equipped for a Miles Paddled adventure.
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Moosehead Lake T-shirt ($22)
I think that the only graphic better than this would be a yak standing on a kayak.
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The Paddling Chef: A Cookbook For Canoeists, Kayakers, and Rafters ($15)
Now this is a cool idea for a book.
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Kayak Corn Cob Holders ($16)
Ladies and Gentlemen, here’s the 2019 Miles Paddled Gift of the Year (or ear?) Hands down, these are a must-have for any paddler’s next corn roast.
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