Christmas gifts for offsiders everywhere
Buying a Christmas present for the impossible to buy for stockperson can be frustrating (looking at you Mr Offsider!). You want something that is useful and thoughtful, but they have more stubby coolers and caps than they can poke a stick at. So here is a list that could give you a jumping off point.
Solar-Powered Charger: Keeping in touch when working solo is important - a solar powered charger can help keep phones, uhf’s and tablets charged .
Weather-Resistant Clothing: livestock work goes on no matter the weather, so clothes and hats can make it just a bit nicer. This poncho/blanket/oilskin combo from Jack Stillman would be handy to stash behind the seat for those times when you’re caught out.
Wire Cutters: A good pair of wire cutters can make a tough job easier. These Knippex 200mm CoBolt Lever Action Centre Bolt Cutters with Precision Blades are Ms Offsiders favourites.
Thermal Flask: A hot cup of tea for smoko without having to boil the billy? Priceless. Keeping your tea hot or your water cold, this flask from Aussie Pal is our go to.
Gloves: We put a hat on our head to protect our faces, but the backs of our hands see just as much sun. Give them a fighting chance with UV Gloves from Kent Saddlery. To be honest - anything from there is a great gift!
Gift Voucher from their local rural store: Being able to get that thing they have had their eye on at the produce department is always great. A gift voucher can mean they can buy exactly what they want.
Satellite Livestock Identification Tags: These things really are the bees knees. Letting you track animals and monitor their health & activity on a daily basis. Find them at https://cerestag.com/
Weather Station: The first question we are always asked is “Did you get any rain?” This professional grade weather station from Davis Instruments has all the bells and whistles but the Aspect Wireless Data Centre from Holman Industries will do the job too.
It may be cliche but it is a cliche for a reason. Socks. But not just any socks these are Lindner Socks. Aus made and owned work socks made in Crookwell they are quality and a smart buy.
You know we had to do it, but that hard to buy for person might really like a new piece of Offsider Ag gear. We can arrange with Santa to have it to yours too!