By Hobby

Hobby gifts are where a guess goes wrong fastest: one more pair of drumsticks or a cheap bike light does nothing for someone who already has gear. The guides here are split into sport, music and gaming and driving, and each says what to check first, from size and compatibility to what they already own.

If you don't know the details, an experience or a gift card for their usual shop beats a random accessory. Start with cyclists, guitarists or gamers.