Stocking Stuffers For the Jeep Enthusiast

You know those people in your life that are just IMPOSSIBLE to shop for? The ones who cause you to lose many hours of much-needed holiday sleep as you wrack your brain trying to figure them out?

I mean, does Uncle Mike really like anything? He likes complaining. And making combative political hypotheticals with your out-of-town friends, whom he doesn’t know very well. And he likes mentioning passive-aggressively how he still ate the ham, despite its considerable dryness. But these aren’t exactly things we can wrap up for him and place under the tree.

Uncle Mike does not drive a Jeep—which is a bummer for all parties involved. Because, if he did, maybe he would get some wind in his patchy hair and lighten up a little. And you’d have a long list of great Jeep gift ideas to make sure that you got him something he could use and appreciate all year long.

Because Jeep people, above all else, want cool new stuff for their rigs. And lucky for those of us that know them, the automotive aftermarket is thoroughly jammed with the great new products that they’re looking for. So, here are a few Jeep gift ideas— from bigger ticket items to low-budget stocking stuffers — that will help in your search.

And Uncle Mike? Uhh, I guess ties are fine, right? It doesn’t matter, he won’t like it anyway.

Light The Way

Improving a light setup is always near the top of any serious Jeeper’s to-do list. And a great place to start is helping them get those lights mounted. That’s where the Carr JL 180-Degree Light Mount comes in handy.

Attaching to the A-pillar with a signature pull pin design, it requires no tools whatsoever for installation. Sold in pairs, these mounts are perfect for off-roaders, overlanders, or adventurers of any variety.

Help your Jeep lover kill dreaded light bar whistling noise with an AeroLidz Light Bar Cover. The “original aerodynamic light bar silencer,” these covers are made of a durable polycarbonate that can be cut to fit a light bar of any length. What’s more, available inserts allow you to customize your gift with a name, design, logo, or anything else you can think of, adding a personal touch this holiday season.

AeroLidz Light Bar Cover kills light bar whistle.

Of course all these stocking stuffers aren’t of any use without, y’know, actual lights. And one great place to find that, and so much more this Christmas is at Rugged Ridge.

With a reputation for making damn near everything Jeep lovers need at fantastic prices, their lighting options are plentiful. A Rugged Ridge LED Light Kit including a couple of windshield-mounted, dual-beam lights would be a can’t-miss place to start, and you can probably even fit it into an actual stocking. (Alright, a pretty big stocking, but still.)

Safe & Secure

Obviously, you don’t want anybody messing with your loved one’s wheels, and there are some great Jeep stocking stuffers that’ll help to make sure they stay locked in tight. BOLT Locks is a great brand to turn to. With an entire line of locks exclusively for Jeep owners, you’ll be sure to find something that’s juuust right. Try an upgrade with the BOLT Jeep Spare Tire Lock or Hood Lock, and they’ll be grateful for the peace of mind your gift brings them all year long.

Tuffy Security Products is another brand to look into on your quest for the perfect Jeep gift, for the serious level of theft-protection its products provide. A Tuffy Console Safe, which works with both the JL Wrangler and the white-hot Jeep Gladiator, adds an upgraded level of security where drivers often need it most. The best part? It smartly manages not to block the factory USB port.

And, since we’re talking about center consoles, the Brand Motion Universal Center Armrest Qi Wireless Charging Kit doesn’t help your loved one’s level of security, but it sure does make their day-to-day life a lot easier when all their necessary devices can stay juiced up with ease. Mounting to the armrest, it won’t interfere with Bluetooth or other infotainment functions and a non-slip charging mat keeps your phone in one place.

Swift Recovery

That special person on your list didn’t buy a Wrangler or Gladiator just to keep it on the pavement. (And, if they did, perhaps its time to rethink your allegiance to them.) These rigs are made for rough roads! Luckily, there are quite a few Jeep stocking stuffers that can nudge your favorite well-intentioned mall crawler in the right direction.

Let’s start small. How about a useful pair of WARN Winching Gloves? Because, honestly, bloody hands will suck the fun out of a day of adventure really quickly. From THE standard bearer in the world of winch, these gloves are reinforced with Kevlar and look great poking out of the top of a stocking.

And while we’re on the subject of budget-friendly usefulness, Daystar D-Ring/Shackle Isolators protect those pricey bumpers from D-ring dings and scratches, and come in a nice selection of colors to boot.

As for other lifestyle necessities for those that like to crawl, ARB recovery straps are a useful and relatively inexpensive way to let ‘em know they have your support. These top-of-the-line straps are tested by a NATA-approved lab to ensure their quality, and the line of Snatch Straps have test weights as high as 33,000 pounds. So, if Santa gets his sleigh stuck in your Jeeper’s yard, you can be sure that pulling him out with these babies is a surefire way to stay on the nice list for years to come.

And if your Jeeper is the one seriously stuck? The Smittybilt Recovery Utility Tool (RUT) is a military-style folding shovel with a serrated edge, made of carbon steel. And, should the day come when it’s put to use, we guarantee you’ll be getting inducted into the Christmas Gift Giver Hall of Fame.

Smittybilt Recovery Utility Tool (RUT) makes a great Jeep stocking stuffer for the off-roader on your list.

Now, hold on…

That ride can be a bumpy one, and you need something dependable to grab hold of at a moment’s notice. Luckily, Rugged Ridge’s Metal Grab Handles are about as useful (and cool) as it gets in these situations. With unique designs for front and rear passengers, and an undeniably tough-looking brass knuckles vibe, they’re a sharp addition to absolutely any Wrangler, but most useful, obviously, when it’s time to hang on for dear life to something substantial. (There’s a reason you’ve probably grown up hearing these called “Oh S@!& Handles.”)

Swag, Bags, Odds & Ends

The first rule of Fight Club is that you don’t talk about Fight Club. But the first rule of Jeep Club is to tell any-damn-body that will listen about the suspension lift project that you have planned for the spring on your ‘89 YJ.

Jeepers are indeed a proud bunch, and happy to bear the insignia of the seven-slot nation virtually anywhere that it’ll be visible. That’s why, no list of great Jeep gift ideas can be complete without a nod to the culture’s fashion. It’s simply a can’t-miss Christmas gift.

Keep It Official

Be sure to check out the broad selection of official Jeep-branded merchandise. Fleeces, jackets, hats, polo shirts, and- of course- tees and hoodies let the world know exactly what they love, at prices you will find to be pleasantly affordable. There’s even some Gladiator-specific merch for those big kids that have to let everyone know that they have the new toy first.

Keep it Pet-Friendly

For the Jeeper that never leaves their four legged copilot behind, there is a bevy of gear out there to let the world know. Check sites like Etsy, Amazon, TeePublic, and Life is Good for some fun swag.

And while you’re at it, score some real holiday points by picking something up for your favorite Jeep pooch as well. A Kurgo Dog Hammock is a win-win, protecting the back seat from paw prints while offering the perfect spot for an afternoon snooze.

Fun Jeep stocking stuffers like hats and tees for the enthusiast who also happens to love dogs

Keep it Hip

Does the newest gear not quite strike the right chord that the oldest gear will? Then, tweak those Google searches to include some vintage Jeep stocking stuffers. (Sites like eBay and Etsy will be a goldmine here.)

Check out this solid brass belt buckle that is begging to be shown off at every trail run. Or check out Megadeluxe, a site whose sole purpose is to sew authentic, old patches onto brand new ball caps in a variety of styles. Because they only use real patches from bygone eras (no reproductions) the stock changes frequently, but there’s nearly always a few amazing Jeep finds, just ready to make somebody’s Christmas.

No matter what gift you decide on for that special somebody: you can’t go wrong if it’s Jeep related. And they’ll be so thankful—so full of the Christmas spirit—that they’ll barely even notice Uncle Mike had four too many eggnogs, and is telling the kids how the internet won’t last, that Nixon was set up by the CIA, and that none of these bums has made a decent record since Huey Lewis, and the News released Sports in 1983. Happy Holidays!

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