Father’s Day is right around the corner, and there’s no shortage of options when it comes to the ways you can let your dad know you appreciate everything he’s done for you when June 16th rolls around.
Now, you can certainly go down the same road as the millions of people who will pick up a card and buy a tie, a pair of cufflinks, or some similarly generic gift that screams “I Tried But I Didn’t Really Try That Hard.” However, I’d argue you owe it to the man who raised you to go above and beyond on Father’s Day.
Plenty of dads will tell you they don’t need a gift aside from your love and gratitude. They might be telling the truth, but it never hurts to go above and beyond to give back to someone who’s given you more than you can ever truly thank them for (especially if you’re competing with siblings in the Favorite Child Power Rankings).
Finding the right gift to express that gratitude is easier said than done, but if you’re looking for somewhere to start, you’ve come to the right place.
Ninja Woodfire XL Grill and Smoker
A grill without an open flame might sound sacrilegious to some people, but as someone who added this to my arsenal in preparation for Outdoor Cooking SZN this year, I honestly might prefer it to the gas and charcoal rigs I’ve used in the past.
The Ninja Woodfire Pro Connect XL Grill and Smoker is an electric beast that can do everything a traditional grill does and much, much more. It boasts an attachment that allows you to use wood pellets to smoke brisket, ribs, and any other type of meat that fits the bill as well as an air fryer you can harness to crisp up wings, fries, and anything else you decide to you throw at it.
I haven’t been disappointed by any of the dishes I’ve whipped up so far, and if my experience is any indication, your dad will end up in the same boat.
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Grunt Style Grilling Shirts
Dads aren’t exactly known for pushing the envelope on the fashion front, and in my experience, if you let them fend for themselves, their wardrobe is going to leave a lot to be desired. As a result, it never hurts to do what you can to help out.
I haven’t meant many dads who don’t appreciate a solid graphic t-shirt, and you have plenty of options to pick from thanks to the line of “Born to Grill” designs Grunt Style has whipped up.
If your father fashions himself as a grillmaster, you might as well give him some fashion to match, and while it’s hard to go wrong with any of the t-shirts in this Grunt Style collection, the “MeatSweats” one is definitely my personal favorite.
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Solo Stove x WhistlePig
There’s something about an open fire that has the ability to take a relaxing night to the next level, and you can certainly say the same about a nice glass of whiskey. As a result, I’m a big fan of the very organic collaboration the folks at Solo Stove and WhistlePig have whipped up.
The limited-edition Campstock Kit boasts a Mesa XL Copper Whiskey Barrel Etched Solo Stove, some fuel in the form of Whiskey Barrel Stave Mini Oak Firewood, a couple of whiskey glasses, and a Flame Whiskey Ice Mold if you’re looking to enjoy the bottle of Campstock Wheat Whiskey that’s also included in the bundle on the rocks.
Ninja FrostVault™ Cooler
This past spring, Ninja leveled up the cooler game with the brand new Ninja FrostVault™ Cooler, now available on NinjaKitchen.com in 50-quart or 30-quart options. Just like Ninja has disrupted the outdoor pizza cooking game with the Ninja Woodfire™ Outdoor Oven and the grilling game with the Ninja Woodfire XL Grill and Smoker, this new Ninja cooler is a must-have for summer outings.
The Ninja FrostVault™ Cooler is the world’s first cooler with cold, dry storage. Thanks to its FrostVault™ technology, you can use the dry drawer for sandwiches, bags of vegetables, or anything else you’d like to keep cold without getting soggy from melting ice. The technology transfers the cold from the main chamber to the drawer, ensuring food-safe temperatures below 40 degrees.
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Portable Travel Cigar Humidor
Do you know what else can enhance an evening next to a fire with a glass of whiskey in your hand? A cigar—and if you’re going to go that route, you should give them the respect they deserve.
This portable travel humidor from AliExpress does exactly that, as a leather case surrounds a cedar box designed to hold four cigars. The interior also features a couple of leather pockets you can use to store a lighter and a cutter, which means your dad will have all the tools he needs no matter where he decides to spark one up.
JBL PartyBox Club 120 Speakers
If you want to let your dad know you think he rocks, you might as well do it with a gift that will also let him blast his favorite Dad Rock whenever and wherever he desires.
The JBL PartyBox Club 120 Speaker is a Bluetooth workhorse featuring JBL Pro Sound technology that provides dynamic audio and some bass that packs a punch as well as a battery that can last for up to 12 hours.
The foldable handle makes it easy to transport and the fact that it’s splashproof means you don’t have to worry about it getting wet near the pool, beach, or lake during listening sessions you can take to the next level with the help of the built-in lightshow option.
Venom 2 Back Heat and Massage Wrap
Your childhood probably played a role in the aches and pains that most dads end up dealing with later in life, so it only makes sense to do what you can to make up for your contributions on that particular front.
Hyperice has designed a number of recovery products that are harnessed by professional athletes including Patrick Mahomes, Christian McCaffery, and Rory McIlroy. That includes the Venom 2 Back Heat and Massage Wrap, which uses a combination of heat, compression, and vibration to provide relief to sore muscles.
The Venom 2 two features three heat levels and a trio of vibration patterns to target back pain, and if your dad isn’t technologically challenged, he can also connect it to the Hyperice app to control it with ease.
BUY NOW VIA HYPERICE – Starting at $249
Orvis DriCast Hoodie + Sling Pack
I haven’t encountered many dads who’d turn down the chance to spend a few hours fishing, and if yours has a passion for that particular pastime, why not make sure he’s armed with some of the best equipment on the market?
You’d be hard-pressed to find an outdoorsman who doesn’t have an appreciation for Orvis, and there are a number of options that are a no-brainer when it comes to Father’s Day.
That includes the Orvis DriCast Hoodie, a lightweight and breathable sweatshirt that dries with impressive speed and also features UPF 50+ maximum sun protection capable of blocking 98% of UVA & UVB rays. It’s ideal for a sunny day out on the water—as is the case with the wide variety of fishing bags Orvis has to haul all of the necessary equipment for an angling outing.
A particularly useful favorite is the best-selling Orvis Sling Pack, featuring 100% recycled CORDURA® re/cor™ platform is designed to store, organize, and offer easy, intuitive accessibility while staying completely out of your way when fishing.
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Dockers Go Pants And Shorts
I know I run the risk of deploying a Dad Stereotype by asserting they will appreciate a sharp pair of slacks (or shorts), but if yours falls under that particular umbrella, the Dockers Go collection has exactly what you need.
The pieces in the Go line are designed with warm weather in mind, as the fabric used to make them is moisture-wicking, temperature-regulating, and anti-wrinkle.
The pants are perfect for the kind of dad who insists they’re the only option on the golf course no matter what time of year it is, but the shorts and joggers also offer a slightly more casual look with all of the same amenities.