2016 Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Best Buys for the Family

Jaybird Freedom Wireless Buds: $179.99 When family fun time needs a timeout, these buds will have every member entertained for as long as it takes with their insane sound quality, earbud size choices and fun app. Pairs via bluetooth with your devices seamlessly.
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Vew-Do Flow Balance Board w/Rock: $139.95 Give the riders in your family a productive outlet for their at-home energy with this balance board designed to hone in agility and speed. Accessories to dial it back to a beginner level for those just getting a feel are available as well.
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RMU The Grrowler: $39.99 Family trips with pooch in tow are the best kind. Pack efficiently with this dog collar/water bowl combo, offered in different colors and sizes, so that you never leave either at home again.
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Yakima ShowCase 20: $779 Pack the car efficiently and be sure there's still room for the kids with the dual side opening, made in USA ShowCase. Its 20 cubic feet of cargo space can fit gear for the whole family, and a push-button latch locks it down.
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Wild Blue Dream Custom Chair Lift Family Art: $35-$70 Choose from a variety of colors and sizes, and enter custom text for the perfect family skier gift they'll hang on their wall and think of you year-round. Order by 12.18 in time for Christmas delivery; 10% of all sales go to Protect Our Winters through the end of the year.
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JammyPack ChubbyChecker Fanny Pack: $50 This fanny pack holds more than sunscreen! This colorful canvas pack holds two removable front speakers that easily connect to your phone or mp3 player. Not only that, it's water resistant.
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Motorola Talkabout T600 H2O Series: See website for pricing: Keep in touch with your loved ones with this fully waterproof walkie-talkie from Motorola. With a 35-mile range, the Talkabout T600 H2O Series is perfect for your on-mountain activities. Features include a built-in flashlight, 22 channels and 20 call tones.
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FROST’D Mexican Hot Chocolate: $9 If your family is a fan of cinnamon and bittersweet cocoa, then you’ll want to pick up a can of this ultra-tasty hot cocoa. Pair with pancakes and apples for a memorable morning treat. (photo credit: Josh Vertucci)
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BUFFWEAR Junior BUFF: $15.60 Just like the original buff, but smaller and with kid friendly patterns. Sizes range from junior, child and baby. 79 patterns available.
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MaxxDry Heavy-Duty: $70 There’s no substitute for dry fingers and toes. You’ll rest easy with your gloves and boots resting on the MaxxDry Heavy-Duty. The “Forced Air” technology works quickly to gently dry your essentials in about an hour.
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