Gifts for the Naturally Athletic

Gifts for the people who enjoy the outdoors.

Men’s Micro Puff Pullover $165 Why it's green: Lightweight, compressible, earth-friendly core warmth that works as a soft mid-layer or wind-resistant shell. The shell and insulation are made from more earth-friendly recycled polyester. Recommended by: Greenopia
Stationary Bike Blender Kit $249 Why it's green: For human-powered smoothies (or margaritas), simply prop your bike up on a stationary bike trainer (not included), attach the universal rear rack, clamp on the blender and base unit, and let 'er rip. Recommended by: TreeHugger

Adventure Plus Tool $15 and up Why it's green: This pocket-sized gadget carries out seven handy functions with a digital thermometer, magnifier, whistle, and freeze-resistant compass. Environmental plus: a super-bright LED flashlight. Recommended by: TheDailyGreen.com
Hand-Crafted Amazon Canoe $50 Why it's green: Made from wood scraps by craftspeople in a boat-building Amazon town, this beautiful canoe communicates your love of conservation and the outdoors. Recommended by: World Wildlife Fund

Nau Quintessenshell Jacket $175 Why it's green: These breathable, waterproof jackets for women and men use Teijin’s EcoCircle™ technology, which refashions discarded plastic and industrial waste into high-performance fabrics. Recommended by: Green Picks
SIGG Screw-Top Aluminum Water Bottle $20 Why it's green: This is one hardcore water bottle—seamless, leak-proof, crack-resistant—yet also stylish in six different colors. Your nature-loving pal won't need another bottle for ages. Recommended by: Green Picks

Keen Nopo Gym Bag $49 to $74 Why it's green: Sewn from polyester ripstop, this gym bag features a recycled polyester lining and a molded rubber bottom for some green cred. Recommended by: Treehugger
Body Glove Wetsuits $325 Why it's green: Body Glove's "Eco Wetsuit" can boast 100% petroleum-free materials which consume 1/10th the amount of energy normally used in the manufacturing of standard petroleum-based wetsuits. Recommended by: Treehugger

Trees $10 to $60 Why it's green: Not only can you buy a tree as a gift, through Heifer International, you're helping people grow sustainable tree forests using natural fertilizer and limiting grazing. Recommended by: Green Picks
Harmony Yoga Mat $40 to $80 Why it's green: Rest in child’s pose with ease. Not only is this mat PVC-free, but it’s made of sustainably-harvested natural rubber. Recommended by: ecoFabulous

Stirlen Chi Mat Cleaner $9 to $12 Why it's green: Here’s a yoga mat cleaner that will let you breath in and out with ease. The cleansers are nontoxic and biodegradable with a scent that won’t linger. Recommended by: ecoFabulous
Men’s Flash Pullover $115 Why it's green: Versatile, highly breathable base layer made with earth-friendly recycled polyester content for mixed thermal conditions. 100% recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program. Recommended by: Green Picks

Hemp Caballero Shirt $85 Why it's green: Made from a blend of sustainably grown hemp and recycled polyester, it’s light on the earth, highly durable, and surprisingly good at managing moisture. Recommended by: Green Picks
Men’s El Cap Pants $75 Why it's green: Made from recycled and recyclable polyester – one more reason to feel good about wearing a pair. Recommended by: Green Picks

Women's Valley Sweatpants $65 Why it's green: Clean, soft, and absolutely wearable for a full day on the rock. The organic cotton and polyester blend is breathable and comfortable with a durable outer face. Recommended by: Greenopia
Women’s Valley Wrap Top $70 Why it's green: A fantastically soft organic cotton wrap. The breathable organic cotton and spandex combination has a brushed finish for comfort and retains its shape when you’re living out of a climbing pack. Recommended by: Green Picks

Lowepro Primus Photography Backpack $200 Why it's green: This durable, all-weather bag is made of 100% post-consumer recycled fabric. Recommended by: Greenopia
Men's Nau Blender Glove $100 Why it's green: For serious climbing or traveling, these gloves can't be beat. They're made of recycled content instead of virgin petroleum, so the gloves are a prime example of minimized impact. Recommended by: Green Picks

Nau Stealth Hat $35 Why it's green: This men's or women's hat is made of wool processed without an extensive list of restricted substances, and Nau works to find fibers from sustainably managed sources. Recommended by: Green Picks
Women's Nau Indulgent Jacket $160 Why it's green: Want a fleece that feels good for the planet? This Polartec® Thermal Pro® fabric is made using Tejin EcoCircle™ technology with recycled materials. Recommended by: Green Picks

Women’s Light Smoke Flash Pants $260 Why it's green: Durable and lightweight, these highly breathable, soft-shell/hard-shell ski pants meet the demands of constant motion through variable conditions. The shell is made of stretch-woven recycled polyester. Recommended by: Green Picks

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