Gift Ideas for Skiers: 7 Christmas Gifts for Under $25

Skiing is an expensive sport and if you have an avid skier on your gift list this Christmas, you might be worried getting something skiing-related will break the bank. Don't worry, there are plenty of cheap gift ideas for skiers. Here are seven gift ideas for skiers.

Gifts for Skiers: Ski Resort Tycoon
Skiers spend so much time at ski resort facilities, they probably have their own ideas how they could run it better. You can't afford to buy him a ski resort so get him the next best thing: Ski Resort Tycoon. Ski Resort Tycoon is a simulation computer game that allows you to run your own ski resort. This game has been out since 2000 and it's usually priced under $10. You can find this game at stores such as Target, Best Buy, or Wal-Mart, usually in the software bargain bin. Or try Amazon.com.

Gifts for Skiers: Ski Magazine Subscription
Ah, the gift that keeps on giving. Your skier friend will think of you each month when a new issue arrives in her mailbox. MagsDirect has a good selection of skiing magazines, ranging from $9.95-$14.95 for a year subscription.

Gifts for Skiers: Lift Tickets
Skiers want to ski and without a lift ticket, it's not possible. Get your ski enthusiast friend a lift ticket for a nearby ski area. Depending on the ski resort, this could go over the $25 limit, so plan accordingly. If it does, one way to reduce the cost is looking into a midweek pass or an evening-only ticket.

Gifts for Skiers: Hand Warmers
These handy, disposable packets are a skier's dream! They can be inserted into a glove or inside ski boots and keep hands and feet toasty warm. Avid skiers go through hundreds of warmers each season, making this an excellent gift idea for skiers. They're cheap too - packs can usually be found at sporting goods stores for under $5. Or if you're interested in buying in bulk, check out their website.

Gifts for Skiers - Ski Socks
Keeping warm is vital to enjoying lots of time on the slopes and having the right socks can make all the difference between spending an hour warming up in the lodge instead of an extra hour on the slopes. Ski socks are made of heavy wool material, protects from blisters, and are designs to work with ski boots. REI has a good selection of high quality ski socks. Most range from $14-$25 a pair.

Gifts for Skiers - iTunes Gift Card
Many people enjoy listening to their iPod while working out-no surprise, skiers do to. These days, many skiers have headphone devices inside their ski helmets for listening to their iPod music. An iTunes gift card makes an inexpensive gift for a skier - for a $10 gift card, the recipient will be able to download approximately 7 to 8 songs.

Gifts for Skiers - Ski Bag
Ski bags are important to protect skies from damage, are vital when traveling via airplane, and make transportation easy when carrying skies from the car to the resort. If the skier on your list doesn't have a ski bag, it's about time she gets one! You'll have to shop around for a good deal though--most bags are in the $50-$100 range, but cheaper ski bags can be found. Here's an affordable ski bag from Backcountry.com for only $24.47.