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The best Christmas ski gifts for men in 2026
The best ski Christmas gifts for men
Shopping for the men in your life is hard. I say this every single year, and every single year I end up panic-buying socks on the 22nd of December. So this year I’ve done the hard work early!
If your dad, partner, brother or best mate loves skiing and the mountains, this list is for him. There’s kit for the slopes, a couple of clever gadgets, and some cosy bits for the house for when the skis are hung up for the night.
I’ve popped all the Amazon picks into one list, so you can see them all in one place. Further down, there are some of my favourite independent ski brands too, a couple with my discount codes.
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Ski kit and gadgets he’ll actually use
1. GoPro HERO13 Black bundle
GoPro HERO13 Black Accessory Bundle, with The Handler floating hand grip, 2 Enduro batteries, curved adhesive mounts and a 64GB SanDisk microSD card
I treated myself to the GoPro HERO11 a few winters ago, and I love it. In my opinion it’s the best snow sports camera you can get. The HERO13 is the newest version, and this bundle comes with spare batteries, mounts and a memory card, so he can start filming straight out of the box (no Christmas morning trip to the shops for an SD card!).
Get the GoPro HERO13 bundle on Amazon here.
2. Apple AirTags (2nd generation)
Apple AirTag 4 pack (2nd generation)
These come in a pack of 4, which I recommend, because they’re great for the whole family. Pop one in the ski bag, one on the car keys and one in your ski kids’ backpack when you’re out on the mountain. This is the new 2nd generation 4-pack.
Get Apple AirTags on Amazon here.
3. DIY ski waxing kit
mountainFLOW eco-Wax ski and snowboard wax kit, with wax iron, plant-based wax, scraper and travel case
This is a great one for the DIY lovers out there! If the man in your life has his own skis or board and likes to look after his kit, this is the gift that keeps on giving. My kids love waxing their skis with us (OK, with my husband!) at the start of each winter.
Here’s how we do it at home: DIY ski waxing with kids.
Shop the wax kit on Amazon here.
4. Nikwax wash and reproofer
Nikwax Tech Wash and TX.Direct twin pack, wash-in cleaner and waterproofer
Not the most glamorous present under the tree, I’ll admit! But ski jackets and trousers lose their waterproofing over time, and this twin pack cleans them and then re-proofs them in the washing machine. Perfect for the man who has had the same ski jacket for ten winters (we all know one).
5. Hestra leather glove balm
Hestra Leather Care Balm, 30ml
If he has a good pair of leather ski gloves, this little tin keeps them soft and helps them repel the wet. Leather gloves last for years if you look after them. It makes a great stocking filler, or pair it with a new pair of Snowshepherd gloves (more on those below).
Gifts for the home and cosy nights in
6. If Gondolas Could Talk book
If Gondolas Could Talk by John Hemming-Clark is a collection of 101 short stories about the things seen, heard and experienced around the mountains. You can get it as a Kindle download or a printed book.
For more ideas, here’s my big list of the best ski books.
7. Après ski jigsaw
Galison Michael Storrings Après Ski 1000 piece puzzle
I always overlook jigsaws as a bit old-fashioned. But when we have all the family together for Christmas, a jigsaw like this gets every age group round the table. We’ve spent hours with the kids, parents and grandparents, all quietly piecing together a puzzle whilst the turkey roasts. Perfect!
Get the après ski jigsaw on Amazon here.
8. Scratch-off Alps ski map
Maps International scratch-off Alpine ski resorts print, in a gift tube
Every skier I know likes to keep count of the resorts they’ve skied. This print maps the Alpine ski resorts, and he scratches off each one as he skis it. It comes in a gift tube, so it’s easy to wrap too. Frame it and it’ll look great in the hallway.
9. Vintage ski poster book
Winter Sports in Vintage Poster Art: Snow, Luxury and Pleasure, by Jean-Daniel Clerc
I love a vintage ski poster, and this book is full of them. A lovely coffee table book for anyone who loves the history and glamour of the mountains.
10. Ski and snowboard wall mounts
Arkorus ski and snowboard wall mounts
We have all our skis and boards up on the wall at home. It’s a great way to let them dry out after a day on the slopes. Plus, it stops them getting dinged leaning against the wall or falling over. There are mounts for skis and for snowboards.
Get the ski wall mounts here or the snowboard wall mounts here.
Gifts from independent ski brands
Not everything has to come from Amazon! These are some of my favourite smaller brands.
11. Jibbin beanies, sweaters and fleeces
Help him stay warm and stylish on the slopes with ski-themed clothing and accessories. Jibbin make sustainable clothes from recycled fleece blankets, and we love our family Jibbin beanies!
12. Snowshepherd gloves
Snowshepherd gloves are from father and son team Tim and Brendan, and are made in the UK with repurposed leather. A modern update on the classic leather liftie gloves. They look good and will keep him warm and toasty.
When they’re the gloves of choice for ESF UK and other ski schools, you know they must be doing something right! And you’ll see the La Plagne lift operators rocking them too.
I also got my jacket from them, and I absolutely love it.
13. United Odd Socks ski edition
Fun ski-themed socks from United Odd Socks. Because every ski-loving man needs some ski socks! They’ve got a gift box of 3 pairs of On the Piste socks.
Shop the On the Piste socks here.
14. Clipstic ski carrier
A clever little clip that holds a pair of skis and both poles together, so they carry as one bundle in one hand. A brilliant stocking filler for any skier who’s fed up of juggling skis and poles on the walk to the lifts.
15. A POW UK donation
POW UK (Protect Our Winters) is a not-for-profit that brings outdoor lovers together to help reduce our impact on the climate. If your man is passionate about the mountains and climate change, a donation or some POW merchandise could be the perfect gift.
That’s La Plagne and the Christmas ski gift guide for men
Hopefully this ski gift guide has given you some ideas for the men and boys in your life this winter. Whether they’re seasoned skiers or just starting out, there should be something here for everyone.
If your man is a big reader, my ski-themed book list might be exactly what you need. And if you want to shop early, keep an eye on my Amazon Black Friday ski deals.
Heading to the mountains for Christmas yourself? Here’s my guide to Christmas in La Plagne, from the snow to what’s on and where to eat Christmas dinner.
Looking for more ideas? Have a look at my ski gifts for her and for the kids, or my full ski gift guide.
See you on the slopes!
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