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Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16th. For some of us, it’s the one time of the year we take the time to stop and recognize the impact our dad and/or other father figure(s) have had on us. While dads deserve celebrating, no two are alike. Yours might be the one who loves to travel, enjoys old whiskey or is a pitmaster.
All that is to say, you need specific Father’s Day gift ideas for your pop(s), even if you just need a gift last-minute (you have plenty of time still) or are working with a tighter budget this year. Whatever your objective is this year for old man, we’ve got you covered with these gift options.
Hoka
Hoka Skyward X
Hoka built its brand on maximalist running shoes, so it’s no surprise to see the brand continue to push the limits on cushioning. The Skyward X combines hefty amounts of both PEBA and EVA foams with a convex carbon fiber plate that bows upward. Compared to most plated running shoes, the Skyward X is an everyday option, not a racer designed for PRs, making it different from most other shoes on World Athletics’s naughty list. For your purposes, though, it’s a shoe that can help minimize the impact of your dad’s running habits on his aging joints. Maybe leave out the “aging” bit when he unwraps them.
Whiskey is great, but how great is it if there is nothing to drink it out of? These American Mountains glasses always sell out every time Huckberry brings ’em back, so we have to think they’re worth it.
Just check out some pictures of your dad from summer in the ’80s or ’90s and odds are that he is wearing a pair of shorts that are a spitting image of Patagonia Baggies. The iconic shorts come in different lengths and are still immensely affordable, making them the perfect gift — even for a picky guy.
The Sonos Ace is the company’s first pair of wireless over-ear noise-canceling headphones. For those who have a Sonos soundbar, you can quickly swap your TV’s audio to these headphones for a private listening session.
Boat shoes had there moment a while back, but releases like this are making a strong case for their return to popularity. This limited-edition collaboration is a premium suede take on the classic Sperry Top-Sider. We’re partial to the tan option shown above, but the ivory and grey options look solid too.
In a package about the size of a normal pocket knife, the Free T4 packs in a whopping 12 tools ranging from spring-action scissors and a range of screwdrivers to tweezers and a 420HC knife. And because it’s designed with Leatherman’s FREE technology, each tool is easily operable with one hand.
A carry-on version of Bellroy’s everyday Venture Ready Pack, the Venture Travel Pack is packed with travel-ready features like a luggage pass-through straps, an RFID-protected passport pocket and even a hidden removable tote for overflow.
With literally thousands of courses taught by dozens of top-tier experts in their respective fields, MasterClass offers some of the best ways to learn new skills remotely. If your dad is big into learning — be that with a focus on DIY, tech or whatever else — this makes an outstanding Father’s Day gift.
Citizen’s take on the popular integrated bracelet sports watch trend, the Tsuyosa is well-sized, automatic and good-looking, with clear style influences borrowed from Patek and Rolex having been transformed into a new, unique look.
Makers of the first-ever copper flask (allegedly), Jacob Bromwell makes some of the finest flasks in the world.
With its gorgeous food-safe copper construction, leakproof screw top, 7-ounce capacity and lifetime guarantee, this is our favorite heirloom-quality flask. Just be aware that they ship in 4 to 5 weeks.
Is the Carter Cold Tumbler over-engineered? Perhaps, but once Dad uses it he’ll never go back. Help him move about with cold brew, cocktails or kombucha in style.
Merrell’s new Shrooms in Bloom collaboration collection with Parks Project includes apparel along with this special edition of Merrell’s famed hiking shoe. It’s made using a 100% bio based and biodegradable regenerative mushroom leather called HyphaLite.
Filson Bridle Leather Front Pocket Cash & Card Case
Don’t let your dad keep using that ragged wallet he’s had for the last 10 years. Get him something new. This handsome option has the same timeless styling of a bifold with an updated front-pocket format.
The James Brand Elko is the ultimate keychain knife. We love this one and would recommend it for anyone who wants a knife in his everyday carry but can’t make space for a full-sized option.
It’s been a minute since Logitech has made a dedicated ergonomic keyboard for Macs. This new option features an integrated cushioned palm rest with memory foam and the ability to connect up to three devices simultaneously, including those running other operating systems not from Apple. Power is supplied by two triple-A batteries that should last for up to 36 months of use. Downloading the Logi Options+ App on macOS also allows for various customizations for quick access to software.
From the world-famous brand’s delicious Chili Crunch to its easy-to-cook noodles, this bestseller pack from Momofuku will give him a restaurant-quality meal in minutes.
The most important facts about the Roadie 24? It’s 10% lighter weight, holds 20% more, and even performs 30% better thermally than its legendary predecessor.
Buck Mason’s added new colors to its carry-on jacket collection, as well as a seersucker option. It’s made from 5 oz cotton seersucker that wicks moisture and maintains airflow. The trademark ripples are there, but this isn’t your Colonel Sanders take on the classic warm weather blazer.
The master of the backyard BBQ pit can now be the master of the pizza kitchen as well. The Ooni pizza oven makes cooking up some authentic wood-fired ‘za in the yard easier than it has ever been.
Yale and August Smartlock owners can now add fingerprint-based unlocking to their smart home setup. This new wireless keypad allows owners to lock or unlock their doors with the touch of a finger or, of course, a keypad code. It’s also IPX5-rated for all climates and designed to be placed anywhere near your door that’s within Bluetooth range.
Our favorite overall travel duffle features magnetic snap handles, elegant design and interior pockets that offer lots of opportunity for organization. It’s also 100 percent waterproof and is made with a tough-as-nails 600D nylon canvas external shell.
Sure, you could get a cheaper skillet, but a high-quality cast-iron skillet will retain more heat and cook more evenly than a discount buy, plus you can get an engraving to add a personal touch.
If your dad has a taste for the finer things, get an heirloom piece like this brass pen. It looks great on his desk but also writes better than those thousand BIC pens that are filling up all the random drawers in the house.
For its Weekday Warrior Dress Pants, Bonobos mixes the best features from a stretchy adventure bottoms and standard suit pants. This formula yields a pre-creased dress pant that’s perfectly plain, and looks far more formal than it feels, while also providing all day comfort for the wearer and minimal wrinkles with repeated wear. A wide array of colors to choose from helps you match them to the shirts you already own, and several fit options help offer personalized sizing.
Named after Nathan “Nearest” Green, the slave who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey, Uncle Nearest is America’s fastest-growing whiskey label. This small-batch liquid holds its own, too.
The Tracking Card integrates with Apple’s native Find My app. That means that, like an AirTag, it passively communicates with other people’s nearby Apple devices, which in turn work as relays to pinpoint the card — and thus, a wallet.
Not only does Bespoke Post boast one of the deepest catalogs of useful gear and apparel — ranging from hiking and camping equipment to fitness gadgets and everything in-between — but the brand also offers a robust collection of themed subscription boxes. For every kind of dad, there’s something worthwhile here.
Starting at $11 per month, Blue Bottle’s curated coffee subscriptions offer multiple options for cost and coffee selection, plus a handy tool to help narrow down what kind of coffee the subscriber might prefer. That all but guarantees dad will get something he loves.
The DTC luggage maker continues its march into the adventure luggage segment with its new rugged rolling duffle. The packable front duffle is backed by a lightweight polycarbonate shell and features oversized wheels, storage pockets and a strap compression system for squeezing more inside.
He can put hot sauce on anything, but what your dad should do is put truffle-infused hot sauce on everything. Put him on to some of the best hot sauce around and he’ll never stop thanking you.
Everybody loves gathering around a fire but not so much making and maintaining the fire, a job that usually falls to dad. Give him the gift of a mess-free, portable fireplace with this personal-sized one from Flikr.
Whether he’s helping find a toy that has been lost under the bed or searching through the garage for his favorite tool, one thing is for sure, a flashlight will always get a lot of use. Pick up a compact one that is easy to store and always ready for anything.
If you’ve got a father who loves beer, give him the chance to make some himself. These kits come with everything he needs to get his home brewing started, including hops, yeast, thermometer, jug and tubing.
If you grew up watching movies with your dad or granddad, you can be sure Steve McQueen was involved. Why not get him a gift that harkens back to those times and also makes him look like a movie star?
A growing body of research indicates that Magnesium might play an important role in improving sleep quality. Unfortunately, nutritional studies suggest that most of us don’t get enough Magnesium in our natural diet. Pillar’s Triple Magnesium formula makes it easy to catch up. One scoop in a glass of water near bedtime can help Dad get a better night’s sleep after an active day and help him be better prepared for next time.
If his current gym bag has seen (or smelled) better days, this is an easy recommendation. The bag features a variety of smart pockets including two external vented options, an external shoe tote that can also double as a compartment for wet clothes. There’s also a water bottle pocket and a sleeve for a laptop for tablet up to 13″ in size in case he’s coming to or from the office. It even has a luggage strap for attaching it to a roller board, meaning it can double as a travel duffle.
There aren’t many out there who have aged as gracefully as Kelly Slater (he’s 52!). His new Apex Trunks are made from 86% recycled polyester, so they’re good for the Earth, too. If there’s one surfer your dad should try to emulate on land, it’s Kelly Slater.
You’ve probably seen these zooming by you on your commute — dads cruising by, no effort expended, kids and groceries in tow. If getting around via bike is your dad’s favorite way to move, make it easier with this e-bike that is actually super affordable.
Boasting global time-zone selection, a stopwatch function, five alarms, 100 meters’ worth of water resistance and a claimed battery life of 10 years, this watch is hard to beat. It’s also ready to be beaten to death, thanks to Casio’s typical bombproof construction.
While your dad’s old Leatherman multi-tool is probably still just as good as it ever was, a custom Wave+ is such a redesign that it deserves the gifting. All of the tools are easily accessible on the exterior and easy to find, meaning your old man won’t be spending time digging tools out with his fingernails.
Apple’s newest tech is here to keep everything in its place. If dad is regularly misplacing his keys or wallet, an AirTag might be the perfect gift. Plus, you can get four of them for $100, which is a great deal.
If your old man is itching to travel again this summer — you may want to consider gifting something like this carry-on suitcase from Away. It is designed to organize and protect all of his stuff, fit it in the overhead bin and look good doing it.
Dad might love keeping a garden outside, but has he ventured indoors yet? An indoor plant is a great addition to any room and is a fun project to take care of in the house that doesn’t require much work.
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Todd Snyder
