Got someone in your life who lives for winter and already has equipment for every occasion? Give them something that goes beyond their overflowing gear wall—comfort, joy, rest, recovery, adventure, and a few upgrades that spark real excitement.
Here’s what your favorite Nordic skier really wants for Christmas.
1. The Body Reset: Spa Package at Devil's Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa
What: Ranch Renewal Experience package includes 3.5 hours of pampering with a body scrub, scalp treatment, facial, massage, fluffy robe, fruit and cheese plate, and a drink.
Price: $585
Why it works: It’s easy to forget that rest and recovery are as important as long slow distances and high-intensity intervals
2. Performance Reboot: 1:1 Performance-Focused Coaching
What: Holistic nutritionist Katie Hardie’s My Peak program helps health and performance-minded individuals find their peak through energy management, awareness, and knowledge. Price: Contact My Peak directly for current rates and gift this as a voucher.
Why it works: Katie’s personalized coaching pairs functional nutrition with strategic biometrics to help reset the gut, nervous system, sleep cycle, metabolism, and mental-emotional connections—a total self-optimizing health and well-being glow-up.
3. Freedom to Ski: Punch Pass via ColoradoCrossCountry.com Member Resorts
What: With 18 punches, 9 resorts, and over $1,000 in discounts and deals, this multi-resort pass is valid at participating Colorado Nordic centers.
Price: $150
Why it works: Help a seasoned skier bust out of a rut, try different terrain, and go where the snow is by allowing the best grooming. They can even share punches with a friend.
4. Expert’s Eye: Race Coaching with Red Elephant Racing
What: Private coaching session through Red Elephant Racing, focused on technique, training, or race prep.
Price: One-on-one technique sessions start at $60 as add-ons to monthly coaching; custom options available.
Why it works: A targeted tune-up with a pro is perfect for experienced skiers chasing improved performance.
5. Fresh Glide: Ski Tune (Wax + Service) at a Member Nordic Center
What: Professional hot-wax and base/edge tune on their skis at a member Nordic center.
Price: Typically ~$25–$40 depending on work required (wax, base prep, etc.); call the center for exact pricing.
Why it works: Great skis + rough base = frustration. Even if a skier can DIY most maintenance, a pro tune refreshes the feel and performance.
6. World-Cup Level Power: Rossignol X-IUM Carbon Premium+ Skate Boot from Boulder Nordic Sport
What: The Rossignol X-ium Carbon Premium+ Skate Boot, an elite-level, carbon-chassis skate boot for performance Nordic skiing.
Price: $899.95
Why it works: This boot upgrades power transfer, control, and speed—a subtle but dramatic performance boost that skilled skiers will appreciate, especially for fast groomed laps or races.
What: Performance sunglasses enhance contrast and color definition for the best visibility in extreme conditions.
Price: Typically ~$170–$250 depending on model and lens type.
Why it works: These shades improve snow-day comfort, visibility, and protection, with a rubber nose grip that prevents slippage on wet and sweaty days.
8. Mountain Quiet Weekend: 2-Night Winter Getaway at Latigo Ranch
What: A winter stay package with cozy cabin lodging, 50 km Nordic terrain, winter activities, and gourmet meals.
Price: $275 per adult per night (all-inclusive winter rate, 2-night minimum), or come for the day with a Nordic day pass and lunch at the ranch for $50
Why it works: More than just skiing,it’s a full escape offering peace and quiet, snowy forest scenery, and a warm place to rest. Ideal for someone who goes hard but needs a weekend away in deep winter.
9. Snow-To-Table Night: Backcountry Dinner at Tennessee Pass Nordic Center + Cookhouse
What: A ski-in evening gourmet dinner at the center’s rustic Cookhouse at Tennessee Pass Nordic Center.
Price: $135 for a four-course meal per person
Why it works: This is an authentic Colorado winter experience: ski by daylight, dine by candlelight under the stars. A gift like this is unexpected, intimate, and unforgettable.