The best gift ideas for the rad mom in your life!

Strong. Adventurous. Enduring.

1. Oiselle Summer Lux Top

Oiselle is one of our favorite brands for cute, comfortable athletic wear. It’s a brand designed by women and for women.

This shirt is perfect as we head into summer. It’s moisture wicking, breathable and so, so soft. The lux fabric is, like it’s namesake, luxurious. Pair this top with Oiselle’s Summer Roga Shorts for a knockout gift.

Cost: $54

2. New Flip Flops or Sandals

Flip flops are essential footwear for busy moms. They are easy to wear and give you that warm summer day feeling when ever you have them on. They come in lots of different colors and styles so you can match them to your activity. Wear them in the water, after a run, on a boat, dress them up, dress them down, wear them every day! They only come in full sizes so when it doubt size up.

Cost: $25 and up

3. Reusable Water Bottles and Stainless Steel Food Storage Containers

Every mom needs a reusable water bottle that keeps cold drinks cold and not drinks hot. We recommend insulated water bottles from Hydroflask or Kleen Kanteen. They are both made with stainless steel construction that prevents condensation from building up on the exterior and have nonporous corners on the inner layer to kill odors and bacteria buildup. Plus they come in fun colors and sizes, you can’t really go wrong. They are great for camping, music in the park, hiking, picnics, and every day use.

Cost: $19.95 and up

4. Dirty Girl Gaiters

Anyone can wear black gaiters! Dirty Girl gaiters are more than just gaiters – they are an accessory! Dirty Girl Gaiters keep the debris out of your shoes with ultralight style and sass.

Made from soft, comfortable four-way stretch spandex these gaiters weigh less than two ounces. They are easy to use – just hook them under the front shoe lace and secure them to the back of the shoe with a self-adhesive velcro strip. They’re not sold many places online so come into the shop to check them out or call us if you would like to have them shipped to you.

Cost – $23

5. Cute Trucker Hat

Moms like to protect their skin from the sun with cute trucker hats. There are so many different trucker hats to choose from it’s hard to decide on just one.

We have hats from Big Truck, DESO, Salomon, Patagonia, Prana and more! All you really need to know are what color(s) your mom likes and what she might wear it for then come in and pick out a design.

Cost – $25 and up

6. Patagonia Black Hole Cubes

Who doesn’t love a good travel bag?! Black Hole Cubes are great for toting extra outerwear, fishing equipment, or climbing shoes. They come in handy-sizes that are convenient and compact, perfect for long-distance road trips and airline travel.

The internal compartment features zippered mesh partitions for separating important gear and items. Polyester ripstop fabric withstands heavy use on the road and is backed by a TPU laminate and DWR finish to repel moisture. These are so useful you might want to get yourself one too!

Cost – $29-$49

7. Aftershokz Sportz Titanium Headphones

Sportz Titanium headphones provide more comfort and better sound quality than other headsets at an affordable price. Featuring bone conduction headphones that will exceed your expectations with their premium audio, lightweight and comfortable fit and open ear design.

Sportz Titanium are sweat resistant, offer 12+ hours of charge and will stay in place, no matter what you put them through. Let mom take in every aspect of her adventures with these amazing headphones. We have the wireless version at the shop for $129. Come in and try them on to see what bone conduction is all about. Your mom will thank you.

Cost – $49.95

8. Kari Traa

Here is another one of our favorite by women for women brands. Kari Traa was founded by the Norwegian champion freestyle skier Kari Traa, who has won three Olympic medals!

Her active wear blends performance, comfort and style in cute, Scandinavian inspired pieces. We have some cute new spring running outfits at Tahoe Mountain Sports, come check them out!

Cost – varies

9. Socks

Get mom some fun and colorful socks this year for her special day! Pick from running socks, hiking socks, casual socks, or get her some ski socks which are now on sale. Socks are an easy gift and usually it’s moms who give socks as gifts so they aren’t on the receiving end.

If you buy 3 or more pairs of any sock we’ll give you 20% off of everything! Click here to check out our blog post on how to shop for hiking and running socks.

10. Goodr Sunglasses

Get Mom a fun pair of sunglasses this mother’s day! It’s starting to feel like summer and these shades are perfect for bright sunny days. They’re lightweight, polarized, and don’t slip. They are great for runners and come in many fun colors to choose from.

You can’t beat the price, at $25 these sunglasses are a steal! They also come in fun names like Flamingos on a Booze Cruise, Queen of Pain, and Sunbathing with Wizards! The bottom line when it comes to Goodrs… “Fun. Fashionable. Affordable.”

Cost – $25

No matter what you decide to buy (or not buy) your mom for Mother’s Day the most important thing you can do is tell her how much you love and appreciate her!

Still stuck on what to get? Come into the shop and we will help you pick the perfect gift!

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