13 Valentine Gift Ideas for an Active Lifestyle

Trying to find travel / outdoor gear ideas with a Valentine theme was tougher than I expected. In the end I picked items that have some semblance of Valentines Day; at least in color any way:

For Her

1. Pink Creative Vado Pocket Video Camera

Ok so this is not the new HD version but at $60 it’s a bargain as a Valentines Gift. The Creative Vado gives you 640 x 480 video resolution suitable for uploading to video sharing sites like youtube and at 3.9″ x 2.2″ x 0.6″ it can be with you 24/7 to capture all your traveling adventures.

The Creative Vado Pocket Video Camera is available at:
Amazon for $60

2. Pink Canon PowerShot SD1100IS 8MP Digital Camera

The PowerShot SD1100IS is one of Canon’s best selling digital cameras and the perfect gift for this Valentines day. The SD1100IS is an 8 megapixel camera, that comes with 3 x optical zoom (image stabilized), 2.5” PureColor LCD screen and Face Detection, Motion Detection technology.

Measuring in at 3.4 x 0.9 x 2.2 inches and 4.5 ounces, the PowerShot SD1100IS is ideal to take with you any where.

The Canon PowerShot SD1100IS is available at:
Amazon for $170

3. Tech 4 O Accelerator Women’s Running Watch

The Tech 4 O Accelerator Women’s Running Watch has a built in accelerometer for that enables the runner to gauge speed, distance as well caloric expenditure. The personal profile feature allows the user to customize the watch to suit there style of walking / running. So no matter what stride length or terrain you happen to be on, the watch can be adjusted.

The Tech 4 O Accelerator Women’s Running Watch is available at:
Amazon for $50

4. Pink Wenger SwissGear Delia Laptop Backpack

Fortunately the Wenger SwissGear Delia Laptop Backpack is not ALL pink (that would probably be a bit too much). But what it does have is ample room to pack a 15.4” laptop in its padded computer pocket as well as space for other essential itmes in its various zippered pockets etc.

The SwissGear Delia Laptop Backpack measures in at 18.5″ x 15″ x 8″ and should be suitable for most 15.4: laptops or smaller.

The Wenger SwissGear Delia Laptop Backpack is available:
Through Wenger Amazon for around $30

5. Red Sony-Vaio P Series-Lifestyle PC

The Sony-Vaio P Series-Lifestyle PC is an 8” notebook that weighs a mere 1.4lbs and measures when closed 9.6” x 0.78”. So it’s pretty compact to say the least. If you need to keep in touch while on the road or vacation, then this is worth considering.

Specs include:
Intel (1.33GHz) processor
60GB HDD available or up to 128GB SSD available
2GB DDR2 SDRAM
QWERTY keyboard, 82 keys with 1.2mm stroke and 16.5mm pitch
8.0″ LED backlight screen with 1600 x 768 Resolution
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator
Windows Vista Basic

The Sony-Vaio P Series-Lifestyle PC is available at:
Sony Style and through Amazon for around $899 depending on specifications

6. Red Embossed Heart Leather Journal

This Red Embossed Heart Leather Journal is perfect to keep track of all those travel adventures. The classic styling will never go out of fashion and the small size makes it ideal to take with you where every you go.

Sometimes it’s nice to actual write with a pen and paper…

The Red Embossed Heart Leather Journal is available at:
Amazon for $14

7. Pink Apple iPod nano 16 GB

There’s really not much to say about the iPod nano; it’s still the most popular mp3 player on the market, so here are some specs:
16 GB is good enough for about 4,000 songs or 14,000 photos, or 16 hours of video
You get p to 24 hours of music playback or 4 hours of video playback
Comes with a2-inch LCD and 320-by-240-pixel resolution
Supports AAC, Protected AAC, MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible, Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV as well as video formats: H.264, MPEG-4

The Apple iPod nano 16 GB (in Pink) is available at:
Amazon for $175

For Him

8. Red Logitech V450 Nano Laser Mouse

The Logitech V450 Nano Laser Mouse- Red features a small 2.4-GHz Plug-and-Forget Nano-receiver (so small you can leave it in the laptop when not in use). The actuak mouse is powered by two AA batteries and should give you up to 12 months of battery life, with its advanced power management.

The Logitech V450 Nano Laser Mouse is available at:
Amazon for around $40

9. Case Logic DCB-56 High Zoom Digital Camera Case in Red

The Case Logic DCB-56 is an SLR Camera Holster case that has 1-Pull Access. So you will never miss a shot. The interior of the bag is made from no-scratch nylex to protect your camera and lens. The bag also has ample space for accessories, as well as a detachable, adjustable shoulder strap and carrying handle.

The bag measures 5″ x 7 1/2″ x 5″

The Case Logic DCB-56 High Zoom Digital Camera Case is available at:
Amazon for around $23

10. Nintendo DS Lite in Crimson & Black

The Nintendo DS Lite is the ideal gift for the traveling gamer, with its with ultra-bright dual screens , touch-screen technology and the ability to connect wirelessly to other players. Whether it’s to pass the time on a long flight, delayed flight or at the end of a days hiking, the DS Lite is sure to help pass the time.

The Nintendo DS Lite is available at:
Amazon for $130

11. MAGLITE S2D036 Heavy-Duty 2-D Cell Flashlight in Red

Every one knows that you need at least one good quality flashlight; so why not this red Maglite S2D036. The cam-driven beam changes from spot to flood with just a twist of the flashlight head so you can easily see where you are going. The Maglite is shock and water resistant and comes with a spare bulb in the tail cap.

The MAGLITE S2D036 Heavy-Duty Flashlight is available at:
Amazon for $19

12. Petzl E02 P e+LITE Emergency Headlamp

The Petzl E02 P e+LITE Emergency Headlamp is compact and lightweight and can provide up to 45 hours of light. The e+Lite has three white LEDs with 2 levels of light and 1 red LED for preserving night vision. The brightest setting provides up to 19 meters of illumination and both the white and red lights can be set to flashing as a means of attracting attention. The e+Lite can be worn on the head, neck or arm or can even be clipped to a hat, pocket or book and the ball and socket mount allows the light to be pivoted 360 degress

The e+Lites comes with its own storage case and is available at:
Amazon for around $30

13. Weber 1520 Propane Gas Go-Anywhere Grill

The Weber 1520 Propane Gas Go-Anywhere Grill may not be the first thing that springs to mind for a Valetine gift, but if tailgating or just having a BBQ is important when out and about, then this grill is worth checking out. It’s compact size still allows you to cook four medium sized steaks and it’s push button ignition makes getting it going a breeze. The lid can be locked and with its pivoting legs you can easily carry it around with one hand.

The Weber 1520 Propane Gas Go-Anywhere Grill is available at:
Amazon for $55

What would be your ideal active lifestyle gift to give or receive?

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