Spoke+Blossom’s 2020 Holiday Gear Hub
The holidays are here, along with plenty of opportunity for outdoor winter adventures. We love sharing our favorite gear of the season with you, so here are some special pieces that we know you’ll love to get or to give.
Lacrosse Aero Timber Top Shearling
Sliding on these functional and stylish boots can bring extra joy to snowy winter days. The AeroForm Shell of the boots is made of polyurethane to ensure their foundation is waterproof, lightweight and flexible, wrapping each foot with cushioned comfort. The water-resistant suede leather on the upper is lined with shearling to keep the ankles extra cozy. A waterproof side zipper and black leather pull tab make it so feet can come in and out easily and without any fuss. $150
CamelBak MultiBev 22 oz Bottle / 16 oz Cup
Insulated stainless steel complements all types of temperatures with this versatile beverage container. The MultiBev is a 2-in-1 vessel that serves as both a water bottle and detachable travel cup for convenience you can carry. Use for coffee in the morning, water throughout the day and après-ski beers with friends after a day on the mountain. Double wall vacuum insulated stainless steel keeps beverages hot or cold for hours. $50
BUFF Pack Merino Wool Fleece Cap
Pack warmth on your next winter adventure with this natural Merino wool fleece cap. An adjustable rear drawstring makes this hat extra customizable, and when it’s not in use it can get small enough to fit in your pocket. The wool fabric makes this piece quick-dry, breathable and naturally odor resistant. $39
SAXX Quest Baselayer Tights
These pin-dot mesh, baselayer tights are a next-to-skin companion for any outdoor endeavor. They are slim fit, form-fitting around the butt and thighs and tapered through the leg. $55
Helly Hansen Odin Mountain Infinity Shell Jacket + Odin Mountain 3L Shell Bib Pant
Helly Hansen created this durable and water repellant three-layer fabric without the use of chemicals. The Odin Mountain Infinity Shell Jacket shell is waterproof, windproof and breathable. For a full kit, check out the Odin Mountain 3L Shell Bib Pant. These pants have some backcountry specific features like two beacon pockets, removable suspenders and a side access zipper opening. Jacket - $700; Bib Pant - $475
Dynafit TLT Light Insulation Jacket
This light and packable jacket is made from a combination of synthetic Dynafill on the front and Clo insulation on the back. It’s ideal to have in the backcountry for cold starts and during chill out time at your destination. Perforations in the insulation allow great air circulation and lets water vapor escape during strenuous physical activity. When you are less active, it keeps out air and produces warmth. The ultralight fabric is wind- and water-resistant. $153.97 (current sale price from $219.95)
Le Bent Elyse Pro Series Ski Socks
A women’s-specific fit on these socks also showcases breathability for uphill touring and downhill skiing. The design features shorter leg length, foot length and narrower calf compression, all wrapped in a vibrant coral color and sweet graphic. $35
Zeal Beacon Goggle
The Beacon Goggle use a technology called Observation Deck, taking some inspiration from the eyesight of an eagle. It has a tilted cylindrical lens so you can see every inch of the line you are on while eliminating glare. $129 - $249
gogglesoc
Protect your expensive lenses with the simple and functional design that gogglesoc provides. 88 percent of fabric is made from recycled rPET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate). A single 12-oz. water bottle can produce enough fabric to make three gogglesocs, so pick out your favorite pattern and head out to the hill. $16.95
Patagonia Descensionist Backcountry Ski/Snowboard Pack
You have the choice of a 32-liter or a 40-liter pack with the Descensionist. The 32-liter has a simple two-compartment storage with room for a full kit. The 40-liter has a similar design for a big day or multi-day travel in the backcountry. Both a roll top design that are made for going fast and light. $179 - $199
Outdoor Research Carbide Sensor Gloves
Keep your hands warm on the ski slopes with these touchscreen-capable, breathable, waterproof and insulated gloves. They offer an elasticized wrist cinch, allowing a customized fit paired with super-comfortable feel thanks to stretch on the back of hand. Durable and soft goat leather on the palm and back of hand adds a luxurious detail, and the touchscreen compatibility is integrated on the index finger and thumb. $115.
Full Tilt Ascendant Approach Alpine Touring Ski Boots
Based off the previous Ascendant, the Approach added a Pro Tour Tongue Intuition liner, a lightweight Grilamid Shell and Michelin Grip Walk outsoles. A perfect boot for the uphill haul and the downhill shred. $749.95
RMU Women's Valhalla 107
The Valhalla 107 has added a longer radius and more effective edge from its predecessor (Valhalla 104) to increase stability and speed. It's matched with a brand new low rise rocker to allow it to slash deep snow and carve corduroy from the mountain top all the way down to the village.
$799
Pomoc Free Pro 2.0 Skins
These skins are so light it feels like there is no added weight when going uphill. Pomoca set out to build a skin that would appeal to ski mountaineers with their light weight, while also appealing to freeskiers with their width. The Pomoca Free Pro 2.0 are those skins. They also have them precut for your Dynafit Beasts. $199.95
mountainfLOW eco-wax
Resist using ski and snowboard wax that is awful for the earth and switch to something much more green. MountainfLOW eco-wax is made 100 percent from plants. $18.50
Skida Cashmere Flurries Pom
Handmade in Nepal and made of 30 percent cashmere, this patterned knit, wool-blend hat from Skida is ideal as a cozy addition to chilly winter days. $70
MSR Evo Trail Snowshoe Kit
Grab this kit and head out the door to go explore snowshoe trails this winter. The Evo Trail Snowshoes are durable with steel traction for reliable grip, and the DynaLock Trail Poles have easy adjustability and comfortable grips. Bundle it all together in the storage and carrying pack, featuring a removable foam seat, internal zippered pocket, hydration compatibility and loops for pole attachments. $199.95
Danner Arctic 600 Side-Zip
Ready for any snowy adventure, these boots have the warmth and traction you’ll need for cold days on and off trail this winter. Their grip is great on snow and ice, paired with insulation and waterproof protection that keeps feet dry, warm and comfortable for the hours you’re outside. $220
Ruffwear Home Trail Hip Pack
Your best furry friend will love what you can bring along in this new hip pack from Ruffwear. Stow your dog’s essentials in two separate zippered compartments, with treats and toys in the “mess pocket” to your keys and credit card in the other. $39.95
WANDRD Camera Straps
Check out these new 100-percent recycled nylon camera straps from WANDRD. Sling strap picture here, and a neck strap and wrist strap are also available. These offer a sleek and quick connect system with no metal hardware directly attached to your camera. Features include custom metal hardware, a hidden “flathead key” to connect and disconnect your camera plate, quick adjustments at both ends of the strap and non-slip silicon printing to make sure the strap stays put. $24-$54
PHOOZY Apollo 11 + Antimicrobial Insulated Phone Case
This new germ-fighting case will protect your phone against extreme cold/heat while extending battery life, providing drop protection and water flotation. $39.99
Bjorn Daehlie Training Wool Half-Zip Long-Sleeve Top
The wool fabric in this piece makes it ideal for all-mountain skiing and snowboarding, as well as general endurance training. It provides great temperature regulation and has strategically placed mesh panels for ventilation so it’s comfortable to stay on the move.
$84.95
Machines for Freedom Essential Cycling Pant
Inspired by the Essential Short from Machines for Freedom, this full-length cycling legging is designed for long rides in chilly weather. The super flattering, yoga-inspired waistband stays up all day without squeezing or pinching, and mesh paneling at the back of the knee provides ventilation as well as chic style lines. $158
Adidas Sport Sunglasses SP0004
These lightweight adidas sport glasses are flexible and snug for a second-skin kind of feel. Adjustable nose pads mean you can find the perfect fit, and ventilation holes keep the lenses clear and fog-free. $200
FrictionLabs Secret Stuff Hygienic Liquid Chalk
This chalk helps you hold on when you’re working hard on rocks or in the gym. It’s with an 80-percent ethyl-alcohol base that is anti-microbial and anti-virological and has been shown by Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to inactivate the cause of COVID-19. It has a pure magnesium-carbonate formula that still gives major grip. $19
ust House Party 4-Person Tent
Dream of warmer seasons ahead with this expandable tent. It’s ideal for a family as it ensures a quick setup and extra large front and rear doors for loading cots or mattresses. This tent is also available in a larger, six-person size if you want to make your next outdoor overnight a little roomier. $230.99 (current sale price from 329.99)
Klymit Drift Pillow + Double Klymaloft Mattress
Camping can be more comfortable with the right sleeping setup from Klymit. The versatile Drift Pillow easily transforms from travel-ready to soft and sleep-ready with a quick flip of the case. Kids and couples will love the luxurious, plush foam topper and spacious size of the newly released Double Klymaloft Mattress. Together, air and foam create the perfect balance between comfort, pack size and weight. Double Mattress - $199.96 (current sale price from $249.95); Pillow - $39.95
Rumpl x Loki: The Travel Dog Bed
The perfect bed for your furry friend that is built for travel and outdoor adventure. Spoke+Blossom’s favorite dog is our 16-year-old Maltese, Jack, and he is extremely picky with what he chooses to lay on. He helped unpack The Travel Dog Bed and once it was inflated and zipped, he immediately started to make his bed by digging in circles and didn’t leave the bed for the rest of the day.The Travel Dog Bed is easy to take anywhere and has the durability we have come to expect from Rumpl. $249
BioLite HeadLamp 750
Eight different lighting modes make this rechargeable USB headlamp versatile for every adventure. Once charged, it has power for 150 hours (low), seven hours (high), or eight hours (reserve). BioLite’s 3D SlimFit construction pairs all the headlamp’s functionality with maximum comfort. $99.95