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holiday gift guide 2014
December 1, 2014

Kick Back: 23 Gifts for the Hobbyist

By the Cut

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May we suggest one of these leisure-related gifts for the overworked and hyperstressed on your list this year? We’ve selected 23 next-level finds, including an Alexander Wang–designed surfboard, Isabel Marant’s preferred moto helmet, a kayak that folds into a suitcase for impromptu boating trips, and more.

*This article appears in the November 24, 2014 issue of New York Magazine.

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Grill to Go The Mon Oncle Barbecue by RS Barcelona is just what Texas native Wes Anderson might tote around for impromptu barbecues.
Laser Bike Light The Blaze Laserlight projects a bright-green bicycle-shaped laser a full 20 feet ahead for safter pitch-black winter commutes.
Marble-Printed Surfboard Alexander Wang Alexander Wang-ified a series of surfboards for Australia’s Haydenshapes.
High-Concept Cards Instead of suits and numbers, each card gets an illustration or phrase, adding an extra layer to your Go Fish game.
Parisian Helmet When Isabel Marant scooters around Paris, she dons a Pavillon St. Honoré moto helmet from Les Ateliers Ruby.
Permanent Paint Stick New York–based art supplier Krink’s fat, opaque paint sticks write on rough surfaces and even underwater.
Couture Thimble A gold-plated brass thimble from France—made for couture houses—has tiny little seeds etched into its surface.
Camping Kettle Boil the water for your morning Folgers, rinse it in the creek, then heat up some canned beans: It’s a kettle and pot.
Synesthetic Ink Compose a love letter with one of five bottles of slightly fragrant fountain ink—includes orange-scented amber, lavender-scented ... Synesthetic Ink Compose a love letter with one of five bottles of slightly fragrant fountain ink—includes orange-scented amber, lavender-scented blue, and violet-scented violet.
Pocket Blanket This two-person blanket folds into a pocket-size pouch for when you need to suddenly stop, drop, and picnic.
Cigar Cozy Italian leatherworkers il Bussetto handpaint the vegetable-tanned leather for these seamless cigar cases. A single for your boss or a ... Cigar Cozy Italian leatherworkers il Bussetto handpaint the vegetable-tanned leather for these seamless cigar cases. A single for your boss or a double to share.
Weave-Your-Own Wall Hanging Instagram-famous Brooklyn weaver Maryanne Moodie has had great success on Etsy. Her get-started weaving kits include ... Weave-Your-Own Wall Hanging Instagram-famous Brooklyn weaver Maryanne Moodie has had great success on Etsy. Her get-started weaving kits include a personal loom, vintage and handspun yarns, and detailed instructions.
A 2015 Indian Scout A retro-seeming but very modern update of the iconic Scout. Mark Wahlberg has one.
Alt-Neoprene Wet Suit A greener approach to surfer gear, the high-tech Yulex fabric in this men’s Patagonia R2 wet suit—appropriate for winter br... Alt-Neoprene Wet Suit A greener approach to surfer gear, the high-tech Yulex fabric in this men’s Patagonia R2 wet suit—appropriate for winter breaks off the Rockaways—is made from natural rubber.
Backpack Dog Carrier No need to leave Fido at home during the next upstate hike—or big Whole Foods run.
Sleeping-Bag Vest What starts as a cozy down vest becomes a full-on sleeping bag with just a few zips of a lower attachment.
Trekking Backpack Fjällräven’s Kajka 75 doubles as a cross-body bag thanks to its removable top.
Glamping Tent Sierra Designs’ Flash tent, available in sizes for either two or three people, keeps campers happy with nearly 42 square feet of sp... Glamping Tent Sierra Designs’ Flash tent, available in sizes for either two or three people, keeps campers happy with nearly 42 square feet of space and an exceptionally high (44 inches) ceiling.
Foldable Bike Helmet A flexible frame allows this Carrera helmet to collapse, save 20 percent more space, and be secured by a leather carrying st... Foldable Bike Helmet A flexible frame allows this Carrera helmet to collapse, save 20 percent more space, and be secured by a leather carrying strap.
Boss Commuter Bike Trek’s Lync 3 has built-in head- and taillights—they run on lithium battery that recharges via USB—plus a lightweight ­alu... Boss Commuter Bike Trek’s Lync 3 has built-in head- and taillights—they run on lithium battery that recharges via USB—plus a lightweight ­aluminum frame, winter-friendly disc brakes, and nine-speed gears.
Easy Irons Nike’s Vapor Speed irons promise forgiveness for off-center swings.
Serious Suitcase This 20-inch-wide model by Longchamp has a lightweight hard shell, wheels that turn 360 degrees, and a nice, discreet logo.
Kayak in a Box Born as a Kickstarter project, the 12-foot-long, 25-pound Oru kayak folds up to fit into a suitcase-size carrying case in under fi... Kayak in a Box Born as a Kickstarter project, the 12-foot-long, 25-pound Oru kayak folds up to fit into a suitcase-size carrying case in under five minutes.
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