You blink, it’s mid-December, and shipping deadlines are… GONE.

The good news? Snowboarders and snow athletes are actually easier to shop for at the last minute than most people. The best gifts don’t need a box or tracking number—they’re digital, experience-based, or instantly usable on the next powder day.

This guide covers:

• The best last-minute gifts for snowboarders that require zero shipping

• Why Mobility Duo gift cards are a cheat code for starting the new year strong

• Digital ideas like resort e-cards, avalanche education, and snowboard film subscriptions

Perfect for Christmas, New Year’s, and “oh no, the party is tonight” emergencies.

#1. Mobility Duo Gift Cards (Start Their New Season Strong)

If you want a gift that actually improves how someone rides, a Mobility Duo gift card is your move.

Instead of guessing their boot size or board graphic, you’re giving them access to:

• Snowboard-specific strength programs (e.g., Shred 4.0)

• Mobility and yoga sessions (like SNOGA) for hips, ankles, and spine

• Bodyweight strength options they can do at home with zero equipment

Because it’s a digital gift card, there’s no shipping, no risk of it arriving late, and no awkward “I hope this fits.” You can send it by email or print the code and tuck it into a card or stocking.

Why it’s such a good last-minute gift:

• Works for riders of all ability levels (park rats, powder hunters, or “once-a-year with the kids” parents)

• Pairs perfectly with New Year’s resolutions and upcoming trips

• Lets them choose the exact program that fits their schedule and goals
  
  Grab a Mobility Duo digital gift card here 
  

#2. Snowboard Shop E-Gift Cards (Gear Without Guessing)

If you know they need gear but not what they want, e-gift cards are a last-minute lifesaver.

Most major snow retailers offer email-delivered gift cards that can be used online or in-store, including:

• evo e-gift cards – redeemable online and in stores; can be emailed within ~24 hours. 

• Burton e-gift cards – you choose the amount and delivery date; the card is sent digitally and can also be printed for an in-person surprise. 

• REI e-gift cards – delivered by email within hours, usable online or in-store for gear, outerwear, or even memberships. 

These are ideal if your rider has specific brands or fits they’re picky about (boots, bindings, outerwear). You give the budget; they pick the exact item.

#3. Lift Ticket & Resort E-Gift Cards

No snowboarder is going to complain about more days on snow.

Many resorts now offer e-gift cards or digital credits that work for:

• Lift tickets and day passes

• Lessons and rentals

• On-mountain food or retail

For example, some mountains sell eGift Cards that are emailed directly to the buyer and can be used at multiple partner resorts or venues—no physical card needed. Other resorts allow digital gift cards that never expire and can be checked online, making them ideal long-term gifts.

Check your local hill’s website for “Gift Cards” or “eGift Cards” in the ticket/pass menu.

Pro tip:
If the recipient already has a season pass, a resort card can still cover food, parking, rentals, or lesson upgrades.

#4. Avalanche Education Gift Certificates

For anyone who snowboards in the backcountry (splitboarders, touring crews, sidecountry explorers), avalanche education is one of the best gifts you can give them.

Many avalanche schools offer gift cards or certificates that can be applied to:

• Level 1 avalanche courses

• Rescue refreshers

• Intro to touring and backcountry fundamentals

Examples:

• Some avalanche institutes sell gift cards that never expire and can be used for any of their avalanche education offerings.

• Guiding companies offer gift cards that cover AIARE rescue courses or guided avalanche classes—perfect for someone who’s been “meaning to take a course” for years. 

You’re not just giving them a day in the mountains—you’re giving them skills that might save a life.

#5. Online Avalanche & Backcountry Courses

If schedules are tight or they live far from formal courses, a self-paced online avalanche course is a great digital gift.

There are fully online avalanche safety programs where riders can:

• Learn about snowpack, terrain, and decision-making

• Watch video modules repeatedly at their own pace

• Supplement future in-person courses

For example, some providers offer complete online avalanche safety courses with video lessons, quizzes, and gift certificate options. 

Pairing this with a Mobility Duo gift card is a powerful combo:

• Learn to move safely in avalanche terrain

• Build the strength, mobility, and endurance to actually get there

#6. Snowboard Film & Stoke Streaming Subscriptions

When they can’t be on the hill, snowboarders still want to marinate in the culture. Enter snowboard film streaming.

A few options:

• Teton Gravity Research Premium – gives access to the full library of TGR ski & snowboard films, TV series, live stream events, plus shop discounts and free shipping.

• Powderflix or other indie film platforms – focus on independent ski and snowboard movies from around the world.

• Snowboard film bundles on streaming sites that let them rent or own classic and new snow movies. 

This makes an amazing gift for:

• Injured riders stuck on the couch

• Parents who get their laps after the kids’ bedtime

• Anyone who lives far from the mountains but wants year-round stoke

#7. Training & Fitness Memberships for Snow Athletes

Beyond Mobility Duo, you can also gift training app memberships or digital coaching:

• General strength/conditioning platforms with ski/snowboard tracks

• Yoga or mobility apps to keep joints happy between storms

• Recovery apps (breathwork, sleep, nervous system regulation) to help them handle long resort days

Format this as “one year of mountain-sport fitness” and it feels like much more than a generic “gym membership.”

#8. Digital Photo or Video Session (On-Hill or Off)

If they ride with friends or family, memories are everything. HIRE LOCAL!

Last-minute, you can:

• Book (or pre-pay) a photo/video session with a local photographer or videographer

• Offer a credit toward an on-snow shoot, edit session, or social-ready clip package

You can deliver this as a digital voucher: a custom PDF or email explaining what’s included and how to schedule.

#9. Online Tuning or Bootfitting Consult + Credit

Boots and board setup can make or break a day, but they’re incredibly personal. If you don’t want to guess:

• Give a snowboard shop e-gift card (evo, REI, etc.) for tuning, insoles, or boot work.

• Pair it with a digital consult (many shops or independent bootfitters offer video calls to troubleshoot fit and stance).

Even without naming a specific provider, you can easily create:

• A custom “One professional tune + stance check” gift

• A PDF voucher with a shop and budget already picked out

Zero shipping, very high perceived value.

#10. “Plan a Trip” Gift: Deposits, Credits, and Itineraries

For snowboarders, sometimes the best gift is getting everyone to the mountain:

• Put money toward a future trip deposit (lodging credit, resort e-gift card, gas/flight fund)

• Build a shared digital itinerary (Google Doc/Notion/Trip app) with dates, resorts, and wish-list runs

• Add a Mobility Duo gift card so they can train for that trip instead of just winging it

This turns your last-minute gift into a multi-week build-up of excitement: training, planning, and finally, riding.

How to Package These Last-Minute Gifts (So They Still Feel Special)

Even if everything is digital, you can still make it feel thoughtful:

• Print the confirmation email or code and tuck it into a card

• Add a note like:

  “Here’s your ticket to stronger, pain-free riding this season. New year, new laps.”

• Pair the digital gift with something tiny and physical you can grab locally (chocolate bar, hand warmers, a cheap beanie) if you want something tangible to hand over.

Quick Gift List Recap

For the skimmer who just landed here from Google:

• Mobility Duo digital gift card – snowboard-specific training & mobility programs

• Snowboard shop e-gift cards – evo, Burton, REI, etc. (gear with no size guessing) 

• Resort e-gift cards – lift tickets, lessons, food credits 

• Avalanche education gift certificates – AIARE/Level 1/rescue courses 

• Online avalanche/backcountry courses – self-paced safety programs 

• Snowboard film streaming subscriptions – Teton Gravity Research Premium, indie film platforms 

• Training/yoga/recovery memberships – year-round mountain fitness

• Digital photo/video session vouchers

• Tuning/bootfit consult + shop e-credit

• Future trip credits & planning