Father’s Day is a time to show our dads just how much we appreciate all they have done for us over the years. Maybe we’re thinking for them for that well-earned weekend at the lake, or the first new throwing technique to be able to perform strikeouts during baseball, it is time to give back.
10 Best Father’s Day Gifts
The only issue with giving back is the matter of how. What gifts should I buy? Is that something my dad will like? Should I just get something simple, like a coffee mug, or maybe a cool new tie? Better yet, use the following to find the best father’s day gifts for the man who made you who you are today.
1. Shaver
Some of you may have a dad that’s been using the same electric shaver your entire lives, refusing to buy himself a new one in order to help you buy that last pair of soccer shoes, or maybe to pay for some of those college books. Return the favor by researching and finding the perfect shaver for him. Things that fit the need is always the best father’s day gifts. Be sure to find a quality option that won’t be a shock compared to what he usually uses. Even better, do some spy work and find out what brand and version he currently has, and then purchase the upgrade.
2. Gorillapod Flexible Tripod
This fun device takes photography to a whole new level, and if your dad is one to take pictures, this is the perfect buy for him. With three extremely flexible and segmented legs, the Gorillapod Flexible Tripod can mount a camera just about anywhere. There is a structure they can wrap around, such as a fence or sturdy wire. With nothing more than the universal screw on the tripod he already owns, your dad will be able to attach his camera to the Gorillapod Flexible Tripod, and then wrap it around just about anything. Coming with a one year warranty, it’d be hard to go wrong with this gift.
3. Double Shot Press Mug
If your father is a coffee addict, he will be amazed by the ingenuity, versatility, and most of all, the travel capability of this wondrous product. Perfect for a man constantly on the go, this cup allows your father to create his very own cup of coffee wherever he is, rather than being at the beck and call of whatever may be nearby. Able to hold two cups, all he will need to brew coffee is put in his own grounds, add hot water, allow it step, and then press with the plunger before sipping. Talk about innovative product to impress your father!
4. Grill Alert
We all know that dads are typically the best grillers around, and now we have a way to help him perfect that awesome steak, or finally nail the perfect piece of chicken. The idea behind the grill alert is that it allows a probe to track meat temperature, while the griller himself can be up to three hundred feet away. Once the core of the meat is at the proper temperature, grill alert will send you a message that your meal is ready to be removed and enjoyed. If your father enjoys grilling, but is often frustrated by undercooked or overcooked meat, then it’s time to get him a grill alert. This will no doubt be one of the best Father’s Day gifts.
5. Solar-powered Charger
Nothing tells your dad your appreciation more than a way to charge his electronics with nothing more than harnessing the immense power of the sun. By being solar powered, these batteries can be used anywhere, and at almost any time as the Sun is usually present anywhere on Earth so long as it’s daytime. Besides, these fun batteries are certainly environmentally friendly. By using a USB port to transfer energy, you can use it on any of your smartphones or tablets. When the solar batteries are fully charged, they have enough juice for two charges of a smartphone, and can finish off the half-full battery of certain tablets.
6. Diaper Bag
For those hands-on dads who constantly help with changing babies’ diapers, being a chauffeur for their kids, and even pushing the stroller, they may be wanting a new diaper bag that doesn’t scream ‘my wife bought this’. Hands-on dads, or the ever increasing stay-at-home-dads now need a bag that is more masculine, but can still hold of the essentials they will need in an organized manner. In fact, some of these diaper bags will even include a checklist for dads, so they can be sure to remember everything they might need for a successful day out.
7. Whisky Stones
While these are labeled as whisky stones, they are essentially ice that never melts and can probably be used in any drink desired. Made of natural soapstone material, simply freeze these small squares and then plop into a glass of liquid. Since they are not made of ice, the drink will stay cool, but will never end up with that icky water-downed taste. Perfect for a whiskey connoisseur, or simply a father who doesn’t like watered-down drinks. Many of you will find this a perfect gift to thank your father, and never have to hear him complain about the ice melting away in his drink again.
8. Footwear Care Kit
Any father would like to take good care of the products he purchases, especially his shoes. Everyone seems to get easily attached to a specific pair of shoes, which is why we should help them by purchasing a footwear care kit. Simply finding a set of shoe trees, a horsehair brush, and even some shoe cream can significantly extend the life of his shoes. These three items also provide a DIY for creating shiny shoes, making him feel as though he just purchased another brand new pair of shoes, when in fact he just buffed up the ones he already has.
9. Sport Gift Card
Let’s face it, most dads have quite the hobby, and it usually involves some type of sport. Whether it be his obsession with football, or his need for that new fishing line, buying a gift card for sports related equipment will allow your father to get exactly what he needs. Of course, this is also the perfect plan for those who realize that Father’s Day has suddenly snuck up on them. Simply go to the local grocery store, or purchase an online gift card that you can send the code to your father by e-mail if you’re really in a tight squeeze.
10. Grid-It Organizer
If your dad seems to always be traveling, then this may be the perfect purchase for him. As the essentials for traveling seem to create a longer list every time, it is becoming increasingly difficult to fit everything neatly into one bag, especially if your father is a ‘carry-on only’ traveler. The Grid-it organizer is designed to be paired with either a laptop case or other type of travel bag, but contains an additional pocket for internal storage. This organizer can fit keys, chargers, phones, and even your laptop mouse or sunglasses, so they won’t be forgotten at the hotel or on the kitchen table, making it one of the best Father’s Day gifts.