FINDING A GIFT for dad can be a daunting task in the countdown to the holidays. If you have siblings, you especially know what we mean—there's an unspoken competition to see who can impress dad the most. What makes a cool gift for dad these days?
Well, on top of balancing a fine line between trendy and functional, new and nostalgic, the gifts we've curated are sure to answer a certain calling or scratch an itch he's had for some time. We've gathered an array of remarkable gifts for men, from adjustable (and affordable) kettlebells to a scoreboard ticker to a cozy bathrobe. This list is dynamic because that's exactly what fathers are.
And it's varied too, also just like all those old men out there. We've got running shoes for jogging dads, gadgets for DIY dads, literature for bookworm dads, and excellent food for hungry dads. He's sure to unwrap something that he will spend a lot of quality time with, right out of the gate.
They don’t have to be a renowned angler to appreciate a good fishing shirt: They’re stretchy, quick drying, and moisture wicking. Huckberry made this elevated version that can go from the boat to the bar using a lightweight nylon fabric. The double pockets and western yoke are subtle nods to heritage workwear.
This handwoven hammock chair beats his favorite lawn chair by a mile. The acrylic yarn won’t fade, mold, or rot, and the colors stay vibrant without fading. More than a chair, there’s plenty of room to sprawl out for a midday nap or to catch up on a book.
Spring for the stand, and they can take this chair anywhere. Every childhood memory I have of my dad coming home from work includes a pen—he had at least two in the chest pocket of his button-up shirt—and he still keeps one strapped to his wrist today. A reliable pen may seem novel in an increasingly digital world, but that’s what makes it (even more) gift-worthy.
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