Holiday Gift Guide for Anglers

Seasonal presents for all, including hers-and-his gear.

If you’re a female angler, you probably want to buy holiday gifts for other female anglers but also for your guy friends and family who fish. To showcase a broad selection of gear items for any gender, and some with hers-and-his options, here are 11 ideas for your fishing gift list:

Costa WhiteTip and Jose Pro
Costa WhiteTip (below) and Jose Pro (top) Courtesy Costa

Hers and His: WhiteTip/Costa Jose Pro

WhiteTip frames fit medium-size, narrower faces and feature a small lens and a high-bridge fit for those with lower cheekbones. Available in blackout, retro tortoise and matte gray frame colors and with 580 polarized glass or polycarbonate, WhiteTips cost $182 to $262. Costa Jose Pro sunglasses, were named in honor of Capt. Jose Wejebe and build off the original Jose design, launched in 2010. Sized large with a regular fit and medium-size lens front, Jose Pros offer a secure and comfortable fit for those with a high nose bridge. Available in midnight blue and matte black, the frames can be fitted with 580 glass lenses in five colors and cost $264 to $284.

Penn Fierce IV Combos
Penn Fierce IV Combos Courtesy Penn

Penn Fierce IV Combos

Penn’s Fierce IV LE Combos come in five spinning models ranging in size from 2500 to 6000. The graphite-composite, two-piece blanks feature slower actions, one-piece, stainless-steel Dura-Guides and custom Winn ergonomic grips. They measure either 7-feet or 9-feet long and come in medium-light to medium-heavy powers. Reels feature a 5.6-to-1 gear ratio. Prices range from $129.99 to $159.99.

Bubba Kitchen Series Electric Knife
Bubba Kitchen Series Electric Knife Courtesy Bubba

Bubba Kitchen Series Electric Knife

Bubba says its latest electric knife features an ergonomic design to please professional chefs and every-day culinary enthusiasts. The cordless cutter comes with an integrated lithium-ion battery and employs a brushless motor (5-foot charging cord included). The 8 ½-inch handle pairs with three included stainless-steel blades: 7-inch carving, 9-inch carving, and 9-inch bread. Store the set on a countertop for easy access or in its carrying case. It costs $154.99.

Yeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler
Yeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler Courtesy Yeti

Yeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler

This wheelable Yeti helps facilitate carrying all your gear from the truck to the boat. It comes with a periscope handle that’s retractable, Neverflat wheels, Lipgrip handles and non-slip feet. A dry-goods basket keeps sandwiches off the ice, and tie-down slots let you attach the cooler to your boat or truck. Available in charcoal or white and in sizes 48 ($450) and 60 ($500).

Grundens Deck-Boss Ankle Boots
Grundens Deck-Boss Ankle Boots Courtesy Grundens

Hers and His: Grundens Deck-Boss Ankle Boots

Grundens prioritized a thicker insole in its Deck-Boss line to promote noticeable shock resistance; the anti-odor cooling liner helps eliminate typical footwear smells. Razor siping in the natural gum-rubber outsole helps move water out from under the boot, improving grip on wet surfaces. Available for men in sizes 8 to 14 and in eight colors, including Glacier Liquid Print (left). For women, Grundens offers sizes 5 through 11 in seven colors, including Fog (right). The boots cost $99.99.

Bajio Palometa and Cometa
Bajio Palometa and Cometa Courtesy Bajio

Hers and His: Bajio Sunglasses

For him, Palometa is a sized-down version of Bajio’s popular Bales Beach shades. This medium frame features a wrap-around style with built-in side coverage for sun protection and light blocking. Available in three frame colors, including Tinta Tort Gloss (left), and a variety of lens colors. For her, these Cometas offer good looks with technical details including a wider, glare-blocking frame, and hidden sun protection from the interior sunshield. The medium-size Cometas are made from bio-based nylon, and are available in three frame colors, including amber Tort Gloss (right), with various lens colors. Palometas and Cometas cost $199 (polycarbonate) and $249 (glass).

Gill Voyager Kit Pack
Gill Voyager Kit Pack Courtesy Gill

Gill Voyager Kit Pack

The fully waterproof Voyager Kit Pack is made from puncture-resistant PVC tarpaulin fabric with stitch-free, welded seams. The roll-down closure and side-release fasteners keep water and moisture out of the main compartment, while the outer zippered pocket with a water-resistant zipper keeps smaller items safe and dry. The padded and breathable air-mesh harness system makes transporting a load easy. The exterior bungee cord secures gear like jackets or hand towels for quick access. The dry bag features 35-liter capacity and measures 26 inches high and 13 inches wide. It comes in black, gray or blue jay and costs $94.95.

Bluefin USA Superleggera Solar Hoodies
Bluefin USA Superleggera Solar Hoodies Courtesy Bluefin USA

Hers and His: Bluefin USA Superleggera Solar Hoodies

Bluefin USA says the Superleggera Solar Hoodie is a step ahead in fabric development. It is made with 100 percent microfiber yarn and features twice the thread count of the company’s classic solar tee. The shirts deliver a lighter and more comfortable feel on the skin. Superleggeras offer UPF50+ sun protection and come with anti-microbial and moisture-wicking technologies. Both men’s and women’s hoodies are available in sizes XS to 2XL, come in ice blue or white and cost $56.

Gerber Lockdown Drive
Gerber Lockdown Drive Courtesy Gerber

Gerber Lockdown Drive

The Lockdown Drive multitool (pictured) comes with eight tools including a double-sided bit driver, replaceable #11 blade, awl, plain-edge blade, and a file. It weighs 4.5 ounces and measures 3.87 inches closed. Clip it to a pocket or toss it in a ditch bag or onboard tool kit. The Lockdown is also available in a Pry model with a cast pry bar, replaceable #11 blade, plain-edge blade, scissors, file with chisel edge, and bottle opener. Each costs $60.

Guy Harvey Rings
Guy Harvey Rings Courtesy Guy Harvey

Hers and His: Guy Harvey Rings

Marine artist Guy Harvey partnered with Groove Life to create a line of medical-grade silicone rings bearing his signature fish and coastal lifestyle artwork. Proceeds from sales benefit marine conservation through the research and education work of the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation. Species include tuna, billfish, mahi, blue marlin, sea turtle, dolphin and hammerhead. The rings come in wide or thin band widths and in a variety of sizes. The collection also includes silicone watchbands. Prices start at $44.95.

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Magellan Outdoors Women’s Pro Angler Mossy Oak Whitecap Gaiter Hoodie
Magellan Outdoors Women’s Pro Angler Mossy Oak Whitecap Gaiter Hoodie Courtesy Magellan Outdoors

Magellan Outdoors Women’s Pro Angler Mossy Oak Whitecap Gaiter Hoodie

This colorful hoodie with the long name is 92 percent polyester and 8 percent Spandex and features cooling technology. The UPF 50+ fabric, neck gaiter and hood keep you protected from the sun. The long-sleeve shirt comes in two Mossy Oak patterns: Whitecap Royal (pictured) and Whitecap Marlin. Available in sizes XS through XXL, the shirts cost $39.99.