We don’t think that one day a year is really enough to celebrate what our moms do for us. But with that said, we do think it is great that at least one day a year is set aside. This Mother’s Day we have found gear to help any active mom get out and enjoy the outdoors. We know that our moms mean a ton to us and if it wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t love the outdoors as much as we do. Thanks mom!
Gregory Jade Backpack
This Mother’s Day get the gift of backpacking for your mom. The women’s specific Jade features free-floating flex panels that allow the hipbelt to pivot and flex with the natural movement of your body. The customizable suspension system pairs this technology with an open-air, ventilated backpanel, adjustable torso length, and 3D Comfort Cradle hipbelt that conforms to a user’s hips for a hot-spot free carry. Mom will be able to head into the backcountry in comfort.
Available in 63, 53, 38, 33 and 28-liter
MSRP: $149.95-$229.95
https://www.backcountry.com/gregory-jade-53-backpack-womens-3234cu-in
Mystery Ranch Ramble Tote
Moms usually need a bag that can carry a lot of stuff but still look good. The Ramble Tote is a stylish back that converts from a shoulder carry to a backpack for ultimate versatility. Built from surface textured nylon that features a classic heathered-look, the tote design incorporates an always useful dump pocket as well as a zippered pocket. On the exterior of the bag, a urethane-coated, die cut window contains a weatherproof zippered compartment for those most frequently accessed small essentials like keys and phones.
MSRP: $69.00
https://www.backcountry.com/mystery-ranch-ramble-12l-tote
Thorlos Edge Socks
If your mom loves to run, you must check out the new Edge running sock from Thorlos. Designed with their new Cushion Suspension System, the Edge features an intelligent chassis with tuned dampeners in the forefoot and heel dynamic linkage in the midfoot for precision fit and performance. This sock will hug moms’ foot for maximum comfort and performance. With moisture-resistant and breathable fabric, moms skin will stay cool and socks will dry fast.
MSRP: $14.99
https://www.thorlo.com/socks/vrmu/336
Mammut Smarter Belay Package
To get mom out on the crags, you want to make sure she has the best gear possible. Mammut’s women-specific gear will not disappoint. The Smarter Belay Package is the perfect set to get mom started. The Smarter pack ensures additional safety for the Smart 2.0 belay device and locks to prevent falls even in the event of incorrect use. The Safety Gate prevents the Smart HMS from twisting in the climbing harness’ belay loop.
MSRP: $59.95
https://www.backcountry.com/mammut-smart-2.0-belay-package
Metolius Women’s Deluxe Harness
Another must-have for any mom who loves to climb is a good quality harness. The new Deluxe Harness from Metolius is a great option. Now using a locking speed buckle for quick, non-slip adjustment and the new Quick Drop system makes removing the leg loop elastic easy. The Women’s Deluxe has thicker foam and fleece lining, along with a design specifically for women, making it super comfortable. The wider waist belt gives increased support to the low back area. The Women’s Deluxe Harness has four gear loops, a rear haul loop, and a reinforced tie-in point. It includes two belay loops to minimize clutter while setting up for rappels or multi-pitch belays.
MSRP: $129.95
https://www.backcountry.com/metolius-safe-tech-deluxe-harness-womens
Stio Eddy Shirt
This Mother’s Day get your mom a shirt that not only looks great but also provides all-day protection. Expanding upon Stio’s bestselling wind and water-resistant Eddy Shirt, Stio adds the new Women’s Eddy Shirt. The Women’s Eddy features soft, stretchy UPF 50+ fabric in a slightly relaxed, feminine cut. Subtle, western-inspired detailing adds style to balance the technical performance of the Eddy.
MSRP: $129.00
https://www.stio.com/products/womens-eddy-shirt-ls
Mountain Khaki Camber 106 Pant
For the mom who wants performance without sacrificing style, the new Camber 106 pants are perfect. Featuring Mountain Khakis’ signature stretch canvas, mom will be ready for anything. She can dress it up for days in the park or dress it down for trail work. The Camber 106 will be her go-to pants this year.
MSRP: $74.95
https://www.mountainkhakis.com/collections/womens-pants-canvas/products/womens-camber-106-pant
Backcountry Super Stretch Twill Short
Backcountry makes clothing and gear for the discerning, adventurous mom, who wants her outdoors gear to look just as at home off the trail as on. And the Super Stretch Twill Short is no exception to that rule. Featuring a soft, stretchy cotton spandex blend to give ample mobility and all-day comfort.
MSRP $79.95
https://www.backcountry.com/backcountry-super-stretch-twill-short-womens
Cotopaxi Palmas Active Jacket
Kit mom out in style with the new Cotopaxi Palmas Active Jacket, it’s an ultra-packable piece that sheds light elements and maintains breathability in unique, colorful style. Made with a 100% recycled polyester shell fabric with a DWR finish. This ultralight jacket also features a single-pull cord adjustment in the hood and an integrated back vent to help regulate temperature when she is moving fast on the trail. The super-compressible Palmas also stuffs into its own pocket, making it the perfect travel companion for trips near and far.
MSRP: $100.00
https://www.cotopaxi.com/products/palmas-wind-shell-womens
Olukai Pehuea Humu Lau
Mom can always use a new pair of shoes. The new Pehuea Humu Lau features detailed embroidery that pays homage to the flora of Hawai‘i with hues borrowed from acacia, eucalyptus, hibiscus, and plumeria. Mom will love the dual-density anatomical PU footbed with a chassis and softer top deck that provides extra cushioning for immediate step in comfort.
MSRP:$90.00
https://www.backcountry.com/olukai-pehuea-humo-lau-sneaker-womens
LaCrosse Grange Chelsea
Rubber boots are great for keeping your feet dry when it’s wet and muddy outside, but mom might not always need the height and protection of a knee boot. Enter LaCrosse’s new Grange Chelsea for women – a waterproof rubber slip-on that’s perfect for Spring with its shorter height and everyday style. Staying true to LaCrosse’s “by-hand” process since 1897, the hand-laid durable ZXT Rubber and revolutionary Ankle Fit design provide a secure and comfortable fit around the entire foot and ankle, locking the heel in place. Also, unlike most other boots that feature a glued-on outsole, the Chevron Cleated Outsole is fully vulcanized onto the boot for extra durability and to ensure it won’t ever separate. Side stretch panels complete this boot for easy on, easy off.
MSRP: $75.00
https://www.moosejaw.com/product/lacrosse-women-s-grange-chelsea-5-boot_10431077
Sunday Afternoon Sun Haven
Protecting mom this year just got a little easier thanks to the new Sun Haven. It offers shade and comfort without compromising her sense of style. It’s made from a breathable blend of paper and polyester braid, with an internal drawstring in the sweatband to ensure a custom fit. And UPF 50+ sun rating means it does a great job at blocking the sun on those hot summer days.
MSRP: $36.00
https://www.moosejaw.com/product/sunday-afternoons-women-s-sun-haven-hat_10412923
Bindle Bottle
The perfect bottle for the on-the-go mom. Bindle Bottle is a fully insulated water bottle with integrated storage. Each bottle holds 24 ounces of liquid in a double walled and vacuum sealed container that keeps cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot for hours. The bottom container provides 450 cubic centimeters of space for keys, cards, and essentials, perfect for keeping mom’s most important items within a secure, discreet way.
MSRP: $39.00
https://bindlebottle.com/collections/24-oz-bindle/products/coral-insulated-24-fl-oz
Eagle Creek Gear Warrior 4-Wheel Carry On
Does your mom love to travel? Spoil her this year with a carry on bag that is not only durable but also environmentally friendly. Now made with 100% recycled PET fabric, the new Gear Warrior line from Eagle Creek has all the same features that made it a favorite, but now even more environmentally friendly. Features include Equipment keeper strap that holds bulky items to the top of bag, expandability, new handle system that allows for even more interior packing space, interior compassion wings, lockable zippers and more. All these great features and the No Matter What Warranty make this a great bag.
MSRP: $279.00
GSI Pinnacle Dualist
Help lighten mom’s load while out backpacking by updating her mess kit. The new Pinnacle Dualist is an ultra-light camping cookware set. It comes with a hard anodized, Telfon with Radiance Technology-non-stick-coated 1.9 qt (1.8 liter) pot with a heat resistant nylon strainer lid. Also included are two Folding Foons, two insulated mugs with sip-it tops and nesting bowls. It has a waterproof storage bag that can also serves as sink. All this fits in one compact, nested package with room to store a Pinnacle Canister Stove and 230 g fuel canister.
MSRP: $69.95
https://www.backcountry.com/gsi-outdoors-pinnacle-dualist-ii-cook-set
Raleigh Eva 2
Why not get mom into some recreational mountain biking this spring and summer? The Eva 2, sized for women, features a women’s bike seat, narrower diameter bike grips, and 27.5” wheels with grippy 2” Kenda tires to stay nimble but stable over bumps. The lighter weight alloy frame provides a comfortable riding position for her neck and lower back and being upright gives her a better vantage point for spotting any obstacles in her path. Shimano trigger shifters offer 24 different gears to get her through whatever may come her way without having to move her hands off the grips. The SR Suntour suspension fork and Raleigh Mountain Plush Saddle ensure that her ride is a comfy one. Built-in eyelets allow her to mount a rear rack and fenders, so she can additionally use the Eva 2 as a commuter bike or city bike.
MSRP: $389.99
https://www.raleighusa.com/eva-2-cfg
Benchmade 417 Fact
I think most people think of a knife and think this would be a great Father’s Day gift. But we are suggesting giving mom a knife for Mother’s Day. Handmade in the USA, this minimalist masterpiece is perfect for carrying in a handbag or pocket, its lightweight and tasteful design will let her channel her inner femme fatale. Pairs well with her black dress, yoga pants or heels. Why carry a boring knife when you could rock this sleek stiletto silhouette that is eye catching for all the right reasons?
MSRP: $210.00
https://www.cabelas.com/product/BENCHMADE-FACT/2726013.uts
Olloclip
This year you can help mom take better pictures with her phone. The ōlloclip mobile lens system effectively turns her cell phone camera into a professional camera. The variety of attachable lenses can double the field of view, provide crystal clear telephoto optics, take amazing macro up-close photos, and more. It’s a must-have for photo-obsessed moms, as it frees her from carrying a large camera while enabling her to take exceptionally high-quality photos.
MSRP: $19.99 – $249.99
Red Paddle Co 9’6” Compact
If your mom loves the water and is looking for an easy way to haul a board back and forth from car to water the new 9’6” compact board is perfect. The highly engineered 9’6” Compact is a full-sized SUP that folds down to half the size of a conventional inflatable paddle board. Challenging the standard approach to traveling with a paddleboard, the 9’6” Compact has been engineered to make paddle boarding as accessible and easy as possible. The innovative new board offers a lightweight yet durable design making it the perfect board for mom to sling on her shoulder, jump on a train or head out on a hike in search of her very own SUP adventure.
MSRP:
https://www.backcountry.com/red-paddle-co.-the-compact-paddleboard
The Outbound Pursuit Series
For the mom who deserves a weekend away, The Outbound Pursuit Series gives her the opportunity to not only learn new outdoors sports, skills, and activities but grow her confidence, her community and her bond with nature and her family/friends. There are 3 epic weekends to choose from, to create a lifetime of memories.
MSRP: $225.00-$1599.00
https://pursuit.theoutbound.com/
ZEUS Portable Charging System
No one likes to be on the side of the road with a dead battery in their car or for that matter a dead cell phone. This Mother’s Day give your mom the gift of power with the ZEUS Portable Charging System. The Zeus is a flashlight and dual USB Charger with enough power to jumpstart even the largest trucks on the road dozens of times. It can recharge mom’s cell phone up to 10 and it can provide light for days on end. For the times when there’s nobody at the other end of the jumper cables, the Zeus will get mom back on the road and back on schedule.
MSRP: $129.99
https://unchartedsupplyco.com/products/the-zeus-portable-jump-starter-and-usb-charger
Dogfish SuperEIGHT Beer
The next two products are for those moms who like to wind down with something to drink at the end of the day. First, the SuperEIGHT, is brewed with eight culinary ingredients including quinoa, prickly pear, mango, Hawaiian sea salt and more. All of these ingredients not only make it the perfect post-hike beer, but it’s also a beautiful red color when poured into a glass, so you can say you got your mom something pretty for Mother’s Day.
https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/beer/supereight
WEST + WILDER
Next, Every mom deserves a good glass of wine, but glass, and opening a full bottle, is not always in the cards, or appropriate. Enter, WEST + WILDER wines in a can. Adorned with beautiful botanical illustrations (created by Mary Elizabeth Parsons in 1897, from original California wildlife hikes), the white, white sparkling, rose and rose sparkling blends are perfectly suited to any outdoor activity, and responsibly sized in three cans that make up one bottle.
https://westandwilder.com/wines