Gifts for the Naturally Athletic

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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From Green Picks

Lowepro Primus Photography Backpack $200 Why it's green: This durable, all-weather bag is made of 100% post-consumer recycled fabric. From 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. From 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. From 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. From 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. From Green Picks

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