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The Ultimate Rowing Holiday Gift Guide 2024

The Ultimate Rowing Holiday Gift Guide 2024

Find the perfect gifts for every rower in your life with our Ultimate Rowing Gift Guide. Whether they’re powering through winter training, relaxing off the water, or just beginning their rowing journey, this gift guide has something for everyone. From cold weather essentials to splurge-worthy gear, each section features curated picks tailored to rowers' unique needs and lifestyles. Shop our top must-haves to make gift-giving simple, and ensure your gifts are as thoughtful and dynamic as the rowers who’ll receive them.
Stylish Start: Rowers’ Must-Haves for the New Semester

Stylish Start: Rowers’ Must-Haves for the New Semester

Fall season is nearly upon us! It’s an exciting period of reuniting with teammates, making new friends and lots and lots of meters. As you add the “student” back into life as a student-athlete, preparation is vital. Whether you’re beginning a new journey or planning to make the most of your senior year, starting the season with the right gear is one way you can set yourself up for success.
Steering Toward Success: Coxswain’s Fall Season Essentials

Steering Toward Success: Coxswain’s Fall Season Essentials

Head race season is just around the corner! As coxswains swap side-by-side strategy and start sequences for course maps, 5k plans and perfecting their best “YIELD!”, now is the perfect time to open up those dry bags and double check that you have everything you need to be successful this fall.
Regatta Packing List Essentials

Regatta Packing List Essentials

Prepping for a regatta isn't just about the physical training and mental prep, but also ensuring you have the right tools for success on race day. The last thing you want to realize on race day is that you've forgotten to pack your favorite sunglasses, your team's unisuit, or your lucky warmup shirt. Below, you'll find a list of important items to remember to pack, whether you're going traveling to your own lake or across the country.
Ultimate Rowers Gift Guide

Ultimate Rowers Gift Guide

Welcome to the Ultimate Rowers Gift Guide - your ticket to finding the most unique and functional presents for the rower, coach, or coxswain in your life! We've carefully curated a selection of top-notch gifts that cater to the rowing community. From sleek unisuits that'll have you rowing in style to performance tops that'll keep you cool under pressure, and a variety of accessories, trou, and outerwear, you'll find this year's most-wanted rowing gifts! Whether you're shopping for a friend, family member, coach, teammate, or yourself, we've got you covered. Let the holiday gifting begin!
Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Her

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Her

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate the spirit of giving than by finding the perfect gift for the rower, coxswain, or coach in your life? Whether she's a dedicated athlete, a coach, or someone just starting to explore the sport, nothing beats the excitement of new, top-notch performance gear. We've handpicked a selection of thoughtful and functional gifts and bundles for every budget. Each bundle is meticulously crafted to enhance comfort, style, and performance on the water or erg. Gift individual products or the entire bundle for a holiday gift she is sure to love!
Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Him

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts for Him

'Tis the season of giving, and what better way to embrace the festive spirit than by finding the perfect present for the rower, coxswain, or coach in your life? Whether they're a seasoned athlete, your favorite coach, or a novice rower, there's nothing quite like the thrill of brand-new, high-quality performance gear. We've curated a thoughtful selection of gifts and bundles to suit every budget. Shop individual items or complete bundles for a gift that is sure to be loved! 
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers

2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers

As the holidays approach, finding the perfect stocking stuffers for the rower in your life doesn't have to break the bank. Whether you're shopping for an elite level athlete or simply seeking delightful gifts for the novice rower, our curated list is here to make your festive season merrier. Explore affordable and thoughtful presents, all under $40, that are perfect for the rower, coxswain, or coach in your life. From cozy beanies to comfy seat pads and stylish t-shirts to fun stickers, this guide is a fun selection of budget-friendly ideas that will make this holiday season unforgettable!
Back to Scull: A Wardrobe Guide

Back to Scull: A Wardrobe Guide

With the fall season approaching, it's time to spruce up your rowing gear! Whether you are going back to school, or you are going into your next masters season, here are 14 different items that will be a perfect addition to your fall kit. There is a mix of gear for warm weather, as well as some pieces for when the weather starts to turn. This list of versatile items will help set you up for success this upcoming season! For more fall gear, check out our Back to School Survival Guide on JL Athletics!
Which JL Jacket is Right For You?

Which JL Jacket is Right For You?

Sequel, splash, turtleshell, scallop, regatta - You may have heard these terms or have seen them while shopping on our custom or retail site, but what do they mean? What is the difference between a sequel turtleshell and a sequel jacket, and a scallop jacket and regatta jacket? Keep reading to find out which outerwear on JL Athletics is right for you!
Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts Under $50

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts Under $50

If you're searching for the perfect gift for the the rower in your life, you've come to the right place! With performance apparel for rowing, racing, warming up, cooling down, and cross-training, there is something for every rower. Whether you're looking for a gift for your family member, teammate, coach, or yourself, keep reading for 12 holiday rowing gift ideas!

Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers

Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers

Whether you're looking for a stocking stuffer for the rower in your life, or you're searching for a gift that won't break the bank, these rowing gifts will keep you under budget. We've got the perfect gift ideas for you and the rower in your life this holiday season, and each gift is under $25! Early holiday gift shopping is made easy with these 10 affordable options.