XmasGoat
Who’s it for?

Sport & Fitness

Curling

1 kinds worth knowing, 8 picks, and what to check before you buy.

Representative photo-style image of curling — generated, not a specific product
Representative image, generated

Curling gifts usually go to someone who already plays in a league, coaches juniors or has taken up the game later in life. They generally have the basics, so the gifts that get used either replace gear that has worn out or improve something they handle every week. Curling brooms get the most searches here, since the broom is the piece players think about most and swap out over the years. Shoes, sliders, grippers, gloves and bags are smaller things that also see regular use. Before you buy, find out whether they curl on a team or just play for fun, which hand they deliver with, and what they already carry to the rink. Getting the fit and details right matters more than anything flashy.

Kind 1 of 1

Curling brooms for league and club players

A modern curling broom is really a brush: a light shaft with a replaceable fabric or synthetic pad on the head. It suits anyone who curls on a regular team, from a new club member to a longtime skip. Before buying, check whether their league or club has rules about approved pad fabrics, since some competitions limit what is allowed. Think about shaft material and weight, whether the head swivels, and how easy it is to find replacement pads. If you can, look at their current broom first so the grip size and length feel familiar.

  • Representative photo-style image of professional curling broom — generated, not a specific product

    Gift ideaUsually over $100

    Professional curling broom

    This essential tool helps curlers sweep the ice effectively, enhancing stone trajectory and performance during a game.

How to choose curling as a gift

  • Find out whether they play right- or left-handed before buying sliders, grippers or shoes, since those are often made for one side.
  • Check their club or league rules on broom pads before buying a new broom or replacement heads.
  • Get their shoe size from a pair of shoes they already wear, and keep in mind curling shoes can fit differently from street shoes.
  • For newer curlers, gear that replaces rented or borrowed equipment usually gets the most use.
  • A bag or pair of gloves is a good pick when you can't tell what gear they already own.

Usually safe to skip

  • Novelty curling stones and desk décor usually end up on a shelf, since active players would rather have gear they use at the rink.
  • Guessing at shoe size or slider side usually means a return, because a poor fit gets in the way of their delivery.
  • Heavy, bulky winter clothing rarely suits the rink, since curlers need to move freely and bend low to deliver.

Questions people ask about curling

What is a good gift for someone who already curls?
Look at what they use most and what is showing wear. A new broom or fresh pads, a well-fitting pair of gloves, or a sturdy bag for shoes and gear tend to get used every week of the season.
Do curling brooms have to meet club rules?
Many clubs and competitions have rules about which broom pad fabrics are allowed. If the person plays in a league or bonspiels, ask them or check with their club before buying a broom or replacement head.
How do I pick curling shoes as a gift?
You need their shoe size and delivery side, since the slider sole usually goes on one foot. If you aren't sure of either, a gift card to a curling supply shop or a clip-on slider or gripper may be the safer choice.

Looking for one person in particular? Shop by person.

Everything else

All curling picks

Show:AllSpecific productsGift ideasBudget:AnyUnder $15$15–$25$25–$50$50–$100Over $100

Showing 1–8 of 8

More in Sport & Fitness