11/26/2001 - Norman, OK .... Choosing the perfect gifts for friends and family members who love the outdoors will not be guesswork this holiday season. Pick the present sure to be a hit when the wrapping paper tears off. The list includes top selections from leading outdoor manufacturers.created for those who love to hunt, hike, fish, shoot or simply enjoy the outdoors.

For the Angler
The new Mitchell 300X is the perfect gift for any fishing enthusiast and over 25 million original Mitchell 300 reels have been sold. The sleek lightweight graphite body includes a five-bearing drive for the smoothest and most reliable performance and a worm gear oscillation that provides perfect line winding. The hard chrome twist free roller eliminates line twists. Comes with 6.0:1 high-speed gear ratio, instant anti-reverse, adjustable front drag and durable aluminum handle for right or left-hand configurations. The "PosiClick" bail wire lets the angler know when the bail is in position for casting. Also featured are skirted spools with the revolutionary patented cartridge spool changing system. (1-877-777-3850, $44.95)

When fishing from a jon boat, float tube, pontoon boat or around the dock, Bottom Line's Fishin' Buddy 1200 is the perfect portable fishfinder. Look not only down but to the side as well with patented SideFinder®. The large display provides over 8 square inches of viewing area and 1,000 pixels per square inch. Other features include digital readouts for water temperature and depth and a low battery level indicator. The Fishin' Buddy 1200 comes complete with an adjustable C-clamp mounting system. Just add batteries and this fishfinder is ready to use right out of the box. Fishin' Buddies are great for ice fishing too. (1-208-846-9000, $169.99)

Don't let your favorite angler catch another big fish with ferocious teeth without the new Big Game Lip Grip™ from Berkley. This corrosion resistant stainless steel tool is a must for saltwater anglers. No need for a gaff. The powerful spring action jaws securely hold the fish for landing without injury. Freshwater anglers will also want the Berkley tool close at hand. Catch and release just got easier too. The 12-inch Big Game Lip Grip weighs less than 11 ounces and has a non-slip textured foam handle with wrist lanyard. The Berkley Big Game Lip Grip is a must for any angler. (1-877-777-3850, $34.95)

For the Outdoor Reader
BASS offers a gift that provides year-round enjoyment. A membership in the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society includes a full 12-month subscription to the popular Bassmaster magazine. It's the one fishing magazine the professional angler turns to. Order by calling (334) 409-5329 and a gift card will be sent to notify the person of their gift. Recipients also receive a tackle pack and a B.A.S.S. cap. Life-time memberships are also available for $400. Life membership includes all of the above plus a life member ring, life member patch and decal, life member belt buckle and the life member card.

For the Hunter
Eliminate worries about gun security in the home with a gun cabinet from Remington. The Remington Express Gun Cabinet is big enough to hold 16 guns. Welded construction from 12-gauge steel, this 228-pound cabinet stands 5 feet tall, 22 inches deep and 21 inches wide with 16-cubic feet of storage. The programmable LaGard eCam electronic combination lock has four 13/16-inch locking door bolts. Standard features include an inner key-lockable storage compartment, 16 barrel holders, foam floor pad, full length welded hinge, pre-drilled mounting holes for floor or wall and two door-mounted storage bins. Green textured, powder coat finish has Remington Express logo. Made in the USA. (1-800-537-2278, under $400)

For the Outdoors Enthusiast
The latest tool from Gerber, the Multi-Plier® 700 Urban Legend®, balances compact size with full function performance for the ultimate multi-tool. Replaceable tungsten carbide wire cutter inserts on the spring-loaded pliers will cut through #2 hard carbon steel fishhooks, 1/16-inch piano wire, and 278-pound stainless steel offshore fishing leader. Additional features include a knife blade, Phillips® screwdriver, small, medium, and large screwdriver, bottle opener, tweezers, spring-loaded Fiskars scissors and 3M Gator TEX rubber inserts on the handles. All components can be used without opening the tool, solidly locking into place once rotated out for use. Comes with sheath and Gerber's limited lifetime warranty. (1-800-950-6161, $104.00)

Put a smile on your favorite handgun shooter's face with the tack-driving accuracy of Lasergrips, by Crimson Trace. Lasergrips are an instinctively activated, grip-integrated laser sighting system promising lightning-fast target acquisition with repeatable pinpoint accuracy. These easy to install replacement handgun grips emit a fully adjustable, bright, long-lasting laser beam that reliably performs in self-defense applications, hunting, or recreational shooting. Lasergrips are available for Smith & Wesson, Beretta, Colt, Kimber, Ruger, Taurus, Sig Sauer and Glock handguns. See the immediate and decisive advantage Lasergrips provide at your favorite gun dealer or on-line. (1-800-442-2406, $229 to $329)

Smith & Wesson, American made and American owned, now produces competitively priced Mountain Bikes with the same quality and reliability as the S&W handguns. Three models are available in 16 to 22-inch versions. Each bike is configured to the customer's specifications at Smith & Wesson's factory, tuned then tested before shipping to the customer. Re-assembly is simple. Ten minutes and the bike is unpacked and reassembled. Every bicycle frame is protected by the famous Smith & Wesson Life Time Warranty. Component parts are guaranteed according to manufacturer's specifications. The Mountain Bikes can be viewed or ordered on-line or by calling 1-800-331-0852. (starting around $600)

If you're lover of the outdoors is also passionate about the family car, pick-up, SUV or recreational vehicle then a Flowmaster exhaust system is the ideal gift. Systems are ready for immediate installation at your local muffler shop. With Flowmaster comes the benefit of reduced back pressure at peak performance levels, more power, reduced engine temperature and improved fuel economy. Made in the U.S.A. for almost every new or old vehicle of all makes and models, including RVs. Peps up both old and new vehicles. Call 1-800-511-6662 for the nearest dealer. It's a sound decision. (Starting at $60)

Whether you're stirring up baked beans, jambalaya, stews and gumbos, or frying chickens, turkeys, fish and French fries or even boiling or steaming crabs, lobster, crawfish and shrimp….the Cajun Injector® Deluxe 30-quart Seafood Boiler and Turkey Fry kit does it all! The propane powered kit features a 30-quart aluminum deep fry pot with lid, easy to handle basket, 12-inch frying thermometer, burner, regulator and hose and Chef Williams' step-by-step frying instructions. That's not all! You also get The Original Cajun Injector, a cook-booklet with mouth-watering recipes, a 16-ounce jar of Cajun Injector's Creole Butter Recipe™ Injectable Marinade for putting the flavor deep inside the meat and an 8-ounce can of Cajun Injector's Cajun Shake™ Seasoning to seal in the flavor. (1-800-221-8060, $59.95)

Smith & Wesson a name known worldwide celebrates 150 years of providing products with quality, reliability and value. The tradition continues with the 2002 Apparel, Accessories and Collectibles catalog. Even the most discriminating shopper can find a truly unique gift that is just right for that special person. The catalog is a collector's dream. Hats, leather coats and vests, knives, glassware, clocks, lighters, shirts, even camping gear, canoes and barbecue sauce are available. And this just begins the list of items available for purchase. Each item bears the famous Smith & Wesson name or logo, assuring the purchaser and the recipient of quality. For more information go on-line or call 1-800-331-0852. (prices vary)