Suggestions on Expensive Goody-Bag

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Ok, here's what I need to know:

My boyfriend has been put in charge of getting Goody-bags together.

He is a an ER Physician, and once a year the hospital he works for has an appreciation / awards ceremony for the ER docs, and all of them get to take home a goody bag.

Most of the doctors he works with are avid outdoors people: both men and women. it seems that most of the docs like to go camping, hiking and spend time in nature because its relaxing and restorative, and they find that doing the work they do, they really need this kind of outlet.

I suggested the following contents of the Goody bags.. tell me if you think I am on the right track, and do you have any additional suggestions; I think each bag should contain the following:

1 Surefire Flashlight

1 Sebenza ( I like the large, Raindrop model )

A gift certificate for a pair of Merrell or Asolo hiking boots

A Water filtration bottle

Rudy Project Sunglasses

I have experience with all of the above products.. have used them all on camping trips and found them all to be excellent, high quality products. the Hospital said there is no limit on how much he spends on the goody bags, and they said they wanted only top of the line items to go in each.. I was also considering adding things like a Compass, Nalgene bottles, or maybe even a G-Shock watch to the bags. ( although my sister said her the G-shock is a pain in the rear to set..) any input?
 
You should look at the bag itself. Consider some Mountainsmith models, or even a hydration pack.
 
I don't think G-Shocks are that hard to set. If you want a watch, why not get a Casio Protreck with compass, altimeter and thermometer.

Chad
 
Thanks for the input..

Phatch: Are you suggesting that the bag itself be some sort of backpack, like a day pack or something similar?

I can remember going shopping for a pack, an overnight pack, and it was a project: does it sit on your hips correctly, how is the weight distributed, how much can it hold, etc.. but I dont think thats what you mean.. you mean a simple pack for a short or maybe day long hike?

ChadHahn: I have never heard of the Casio model you are suggesting, but if it has a compass, thermometer AND altimeter, then that sounds like the way to go! I know a few of the docs have undertaken trips where they have reached some serious climbing heights, so the Altimeter would definitely come in handy. do you actually have a Protrek? is it easy to set?
 
You can't really buy a back-pack for someone else. Each individual needs to find what works for them. However, for the urban hiker, you might consider looking at Maxpedition Versipacks. I don't own one, myself, but I pretty consistently read good things about 'em.
 
Yes. Mountainsmith makes a line of hip pack bags that also come with a padded shoulder strap. The Tour is a good size for most day jaunts spring through fall. The Day is bigger and very nice.

http://www.mountainsmith.com/store/

Look at the lumbar series. They have three lines, technical usually a smaller profile for more specifc uses, classic which isn't quite as contoured but I find them more useful, and recycled based on the classic line but made from recycled products. The "handle" in most of the pictures is really the shoulder strap cinched low to the bag. The bags do include handles besides the straps.

Nalgene and Camelback are making lumbar hydration packs now. I've not used one but they tempt me.

Phil
 
Phatch: Get Out.. I didnt know Nalgene has a lumbar hydration pack; I would so prefer that rather than lugging an actual bottle around. I am definitely going to check it out. I have another overnight camping trip coming up in 2 weeks and I could would love to have one. I am definitely going to check out the link.
 
Ed,

I have heard good things about Maxpedition as well. I particularly like the Devildog Versipack; looks like its pretty substantial without being obtrusive, and I like the Green color it comes in.. at less than a hundred bucks, you can't really go wrong. great suggestion.
 
Maybe I was confused about Nalgene making one. i thought it was them but I don't see it on their website. Camelback has few in their running category.

I'm sure I saw some other brand at the store last week. Thought it was Nalgene but it seems I'm wrong.

Phil
 
A GPS may be a good idea, and even though you obviously like the Sebenza, I would consider a good large size SAK with locking blade and saw.

Luis
 
SebenzaGal: I LOVE the way you think!! It is nice to another woman here. That sounds like an awesome goody bag!!
 
Don Luis,

Are you suggesting a SAK rather than the Sebbie because it would be more practical and less of a showpiece?
 
Phatch..

You had me excited there for a second! lol.. that's ok.. I still appreciate your input and information. :)
 
I would recommend Merrell Pulse 2 waterproof hikers. I used them all last year and found them to be a good all around hiker. I think I paid about $110. my wife has a pair as well. she has foot problems and always gets mens hikers because they give her more room. The goody bags sound great. ( got any extras? )

Where do you go camping? we are always looking for new places.
 
Hi SebenzaGal-

The facility for which your boyfriend works has instructed him to assemble these bags with no regard to cost when gathering the contents? He must work for the only financially-stable hospital in the entire country because those giftbags as specified could easily hit $750.00 or greater depending on the value of the gift certificates inserted. He might want to verify the amount being authorized in order to prevent himself from driving into a career cul-de-sac. :confused:

~ Blue Jays ~
 
Price is no object? Where are the binoculars? Leica, Swarovski, or Zeiss are good brands to shop for. Some mid-size Zeiss "FL's" would be appreciated as much or more then a Sebenza by most. Bird watching with good glass is destressing.
 
...SAK rather than the Sebbie...
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Yes practical, and wont hurt as much if used hard or lost, I did a lot of outdoor camping in my younger days and I wouldn't like to be there without a SAK, though I also carried a decent fixed blade on my belt. a Leatherman or similar multitool may be a good choice too.

I agree that binoculars are a good idea, and how about a digital camera?

Luis
 
If avid outdoors people, I would recommend Suunto over G-shock / Casio-anything. I've had a Suunto Xlander for years and it just keeps... well, you know. ;)
 
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