Buying a gift for an angler, ATV rider or hunter is hard: they already have plenty of gear, and only they know what is missing. The good news is that someone who spends their time outdoors never has too many warm gloves, good socks and dry bags. Here you will find gifts by hobby and budget, and if you do not know the size, a gift card or a gift that needs no size.
Short version: if you do not know the size, choose a gift without one: polarised glasses, a waterproof bag, an adjustable cap, a neck gaiter or gear care products. For an angler in winter, mittens are the most useful, for example NORDIC down to −45 °C, along with merino socks. For an ATV or snowmobile rider, gloves with a long cuff and a hat that fits under a helmet. For a hunter, thermal base layers and neoprene gloves with open fingertips. And if in doubt, a gift card arrives by email right after payment and is valid for 12 months.
Three questions before you buy
A good gift fits what the person actually does outdoors, not what looks nice on a shelf. Before choosing, answer three questions for yourself:
- What do they do, and when? A winter angler on the ice needs warmth, a summer angler needs protection from sun and water. For an ATV rider, wind, mud and the helmet matter.
- Do you know their size? If not, choose a gift without a size or a gift card. More on that below.
- How much do you want to spend? You can find a good item for everyday use from under 20 €. Below we have grouped gifts by budget.
Gifts without a size: almost impossible to get wrong
The biggest risk with a gift is the size. These items do not need one:
- Polarised glasses. SEAGULL cut glare not only from water but also from snow and ice, so they suit a winter angler too. PURSUIT come with a hard case and a silicone strap, so they do not fall off when you lean over the water. You will find all models in the Glasses category.
- Waterproof bags. PLAYER 20L is a dry bag with an IP66 protection rating and welded seams for your phone, documents and spare clothes. MUDBAG 60L is made for wet waders and muddy boots after a trip, so the car interior stays clean. You will find backpacks in the Backpacks category.
- Adjustable caps and neck gaiters. The membrane WATERPROOFCAP with a peak stays dry in the rain, and the fit adjusts at the back. The TUBEPRO neck gaiter with fleece inside keeps you warm on a cold day, while the thin TUBE protects from sun, wind and dust.
- Gear care products. A membrane jacket or waders lose their water repellency if washed with ordinary detergent. MOUNTVAL Wash & Care washes membrane clothing without stripping the coating, and Waterproofing Refresher goes into the washing machine and restores water repellency, also suitable for GORE-TEX products. How to use them is explained in the guide How to clean membrane clothing and boots correctly, and all products are in the Care and repair products category.
For an angler
A winter angler stands on the ice for hours on end, so what they need most is warm hands and feet:
- Mittens for waiting: NORDIC 2941 with a double HARD-TEX membrane down to −45 °C, or the membrane MASTER down to −30 °C.
- Gloves for knots and bait: neoprene NEOSENSOR with three open fingertips, so you can change bait without taking the glove off. Many anglers own both pairs: mittens for waiting and these for working.
- Socks: EXTREME MERINO for deep winter, sizes 36 to 42.
- For a waders owner: the wide belt 8101 with a Fastex buckle fits all FINNTRAIL waders. A silicone coating on the inside stops it from slipping and twisting.
Why hands and feet get cold first and how to prevent it is explained in the article How to stay warm: feet, hands and head.
For an ATV and snowmobile rider
When riding, the wind blows straight into your hands and face, and mud and snow get in everywhere:
- Winter gloves: FREERIDE down to −25 °C with a long cinchable cuff that keeps snow out, or WINTERSPORT down to −25 °C with a goggle wiper on the index finger.
- A hat under the helmet: the membrane SPORT down to −25 °C is close-fitting, so the helmet does not press.
- Goggles: VISION with a clear lens protect your eyes from mud, sand and wind, do not fog up and fit most helmets.
- For luggage: SATELLITE 80L with a cord for securing it to an ATV rack, IP66 rating. Let the air out through the valve and it takes up less space.
- For the spring season: light, ventilated ENDURO gloves with rubber inserts on the fingers and knuckles. These are warm-season gloves, not for winter.
For a hunter
Hunting means long periods of standing or waiting on a stand when you cannot move, so what matters most is warmth from within and quiet, comfortable gear:
- Thermal base layer: TACTIC from +10 to −25 °C with microfleece inside. Made for days when walking alternates with standing. More about materials in the article Thermal wear: merino wool or synthetics?
- Shooting gloves: neoprene NEOSENSOR with three open fingertips. Neoprene keeps you warm even when wet, and your fingers stay free.
- A hat for rain and sleet: the insulated HAT WATERPROOF down to −10 °C, waterproof.
- After the hunt: MUDBAG BIG 120L for muddy clothing and boots, cleans with a rinse.
Gifts by budget
| Budget | What to choose |
|---|---|
| Up to 20 € | TUBE and TUBEPRO neck gaiters, WATERPROOFCAP, DAILY and SPORT hats, belt 8101, MOUNTVAL care products |
| Up to 50 € | NORDIC, MASTER, NEOSENSOR and ENDURO gloves, EXTREME MERINO socks, HAT WATERPROOF, SEAGULL and PURSUIT glasses, PLAYER 20L dry bag, MUDBAG bags, 50 € gift card |
| Up to 100 € | FREERIDE and WINTERSPORT gloves, TACTIC thermal base layer, VISION goggles, SATELLITE 80L bag, 100 € gift card |
| Over 100 € | a gift card from 200 to 1,000 €: the recipient chooses a jacket, suit, waders or boots themselves |
You can see the exact price on the product page.
When you do not know the size
Gloves, socks, base layers and boots come in sizes, so the risk is higher here. Three ways to reduce it:
- Ask indirectly. Check the label on their gloves or boots. Sock size matches shoe size, while glove size depends on palm circumference.
- Go bigger, not smaller. A winter glove and boot should fit loosely: whatever is tight gets cold.
- Know that we will exchange the size. If it does not fit, we will exchange it free of charge, and the item can be returned within 30 days. Just keep the tags on and do not wear it outdoors. All terms are on the page Delivery and returns.
Gift card: how it works
Gift cards range from 50 to 1,000 €, and you will find them in the Gift cards category. The card is electronic: after payment a PDF arrives by email, which you can print, put in a greeting card or forward. It can be used for any products on finntrail.lt and is valid for 12 months from payment. An unused card can be returned within that time or exchanged for a card of a different value: write to pagalba@finntrail.lt and give your order number.
A gift card is the only gift you can buy on the very last day: it needs neither delivery nor a size.
When to order so it arrives in time
Most items are shipped from the manufacturer’s warehouse, so an order arrives in 2–4 working days. On the product page, next to the quantity, you can see where the item will ship from. Before the holidays the number of parcels grows, so leave at least a week to spare. Delivery is free, and the warranty is 24 months.
The recipient can register the gift in the FINNTRAIL club. Registration is free, and the club gives a free annual membrane check and priority for repairs.
Who this guide is not for
- When the person already has everything. An experienced angler or hunter has their favourite models and sizes. For them, the best gift is a gift card.
- When you are giving a jacket, suit or boots without knowing the size. The size and cut of major clothing items are something people need to try on themselves. Choose a gift card, and if you want advice on a specific model, write to us.
- When you are looking for rods, guns or machinery. FINNTRAIL makes clothing, footwear and accessories; we do not sell equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Things that wear out and that you can never have too many of: warm gloves, merino socks, gear care products. Or a gift card, so they can choose themselves.
A neck gaiter, a membrane hat, a wader belt or MOUNTVAL detergent for membrane clothing. All of these get used every time you go outdoors.
12 months from payment. An unused card can be returned within that time or exchanged for a card of a different value.
Yes, we will exchange the size free of charge. Keep the tags on, do not wear it outdoors, and write to pagalba@finntrail.lt or call +370 614 98366. Return terms are on the page Delivery and returns.
No, it is electronic. After payment a PDF arrives by email, and you can print it yourself.
Most popular gifts
- NORDIC 2941: mittens down to −45 °C for a winter angler.
- FREERIDE 2700: snowmobile gloves down to −25 °C with a long cuff.
- SPORT 9715: a membrane hat for under the helmet, down to −25 °C.
- TACTIC 6307: a thermal base layer for hunting and ice fishing.
- SEAGULL 1091: polarised glasses for water, snow and ice.
- PLAYER 20L: a dry bag that keeps your things dry.
- MOUNTVAL Wash & Care: a detergent for membrane clothing.
Not sure what to choose? Tell us what the person does outdoors and what your budget is, and we will help you pick.