Sports equipment is one of the things that is most sold out these days in stores. There are studies that attribute it to the second wave of the coronavirus and the increase in the number of people who practice sports, and others attribute it to Christmas shopping. Be that as it may, sport and the adrenaline that goes with it are two perfect ingredients to raise your spirits and say goodbye to the bleak 2020 that is about to end.

Experts say that 1 in 3 people do more sports now than before confinement. Whether it's running, cycling, yoga or pilates, or leaving the city in search of hiking trails in the mountains. Alone or with the whole family, but the sport is booming. Just as there are also those who have already been lucky enough to step on the snow since the first flakes fell.

Sport and the adrenaline that goes with it are two perfect ingredients to raise your spirits and say goodbye to the bleak 2020

Of course, although some ski resorts are still closed due to the pandemic, it is expected that the starting signal for the snow will be -if all goes well- from January. In any case, thinking about what to give this Christmas or taking advantage of the season to pamper yourself with a good sports team is more than a good idea. The occasion deserves it and the exercise requires it.

Because doing sports without proper footwear or climbing the mountain without the ideal clothing for that matter -whether it's a route day with children or training for the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc- can be a drama. In fact, putting on shoes and equipping yourself well is what will make the difference between enjoying it or not. Or also said like this: the right shoes will prevent blisters and heel pain; as well as a good set of clothes, breathable, light and suitable for the weather, will make exercise a pleasant moment.

Experts say that 1 in 3 people do more sports now than before confinement

Starting with one of the most popular sports at this time of year: skiing, what equipment does it require? If you had asked George Salomon, founder of the iconic clothing and sports equipment brand that bears his surname, he would have said that the material has to be good enough to allow you to enjoy nature, just like that, in its purest form. Nobody better than him to affirm it, that during his 85 years of life he was a fervent defender of mountain sports.

Already very young, together with his father and shortly after the end of World War II, he began his activity and love of snow. Annecy, an authentic alpine postcard town, would be the setting for the workshop where father and son made skis and where years later, as if it were Silicon Valley, what is today the great reference brand and outdoor sports trends: Salomon. Today, this town in southeastern France is still home to the company's nerve center, which has an extensive catalog for the whole family and for all types and levels of outdoor sports.

For snow lovers like George, a good Christmas present would certainly be the S Max 100 ski boot, "more agile and sensitive", a pre-shaped and anatomically designed boot that, thanks to the fact that it has no external or internal seams guarantees comfort and a very warm fit. In addition, its thin shell -Coreframe- makes it a light and ideal boot for the next getaways to the snow. And if that wasn't enough: your fit is customized in less than ten minutes.

And about adjustments, the QST 3L men's ski jacket is another hit to give this year, especially to lovers of snow and mountain outings in winter. Because it is ideal for the most extreme climates and it is extremely breathable, and thanks to the Motion Fit™ 360 pattern it moves to the rhythm of its user and its thick and resistant fabric combines resistance and weather protection.

Beyond skiing, mountain races and nature getaways are in fashion and 2021 will probably be the year with the most outings of this nature. So whoever is preparing for a night trail or a weekend of hiking, write down in his letter to the Three Kings a backpack like the XA 25. Designed with durable, weather-resistant and quick-drying fabrics. Without a doubt, it is the perfect gift for long expeditions.

Another hit to enjoy nature in its fullness are the women's Supercross Blast GTX W shoes, ideal for all types of terrain and with good cushioning and waterproofing thanks to the breathable GORE-TEX membrane. And they are also suitable for trail running.

For men, an infallible gift is the Outsnap Climasalomon™ Waterproof shoe, a lightweight and sporty 3-season shoe with a slim profile, ideal for everyday use in the city or in the mountains.