This Father’s Day find those perfect gifts to help dad get outside and enjoy himself. Whether you are looking for something under $20 or looking for something a little more, this guide is full of gifts that are sure to make dad happy.
Red Paddle 12’6″ Voyager MSL
The 12’6″ Voyager MSL is the perfect gift for the dad that loves to be on the water. Increased thickness and capacity give the Voyager 12’6″ extra stability and rigidity to make this board the ideal vessel for long-range outings, with kids on board or room for all his gear as well. The durability of the boards offered by the MSL Fusion technology allows dad to explore with confidence, so any adventure is a possibility. Extra length means it can easily handle all his gear and his rod, with a 6-point cargo tie-down system at the front to help keep everything in place. The board is supplied with the Titan Pump which will get the board up to pressure in no time flat and once deflated the board fits nicely inside its’ All Terrain backpack to make accessing that next idyllic location hassle free.
MSRP: $1599.00
https://redpaddleco.com/en-us/board/126-voyager/
Flylow Bandit Shirt
This shirt will be dad go-to sun shirt for river trips, SUP-ing and general outdoor activities where he needs protection from the sun but doesn’t want to overheat. The quick-drying poly fabric is ideal for days in, on and around water. And the casual fit is comfy on the stickiest of summer days. With 50+ UPF, dad can confidently spend all day in this thing. The Bandit is a light and breezy protector for serious time spent under the sun.
MSRP: $75.00
https://flylowgear.com/products/bandit-shirt#
Bolle Slate
Help dad protect his eyes while still looking stylish this year. The Slate is one of Bolle’s new glasses that is part of their lifestyle collection. The Slate is designed to deliver the clear vision and complete protection needed for the demands of riding in the city. They look great and fit well with Bolle’s Messenger helmets.
MSRP: $79.00
http://www.bolle.com/au/slate/916-12427.html
Platypus Duthie AM 10 Hydration Pack
If your dad loves spending hours riding cross country singletrack, the low-profile Duthie AM 10 pack is something definitely worth checking out. This pack carries 3 liters of taste-free water, and boast enough space for riding essentials. The FloatAir back panel ensures plenty of airflow for cool-riding comfort. The Duthie AM is an all-mountain pack, that can comfortably carry a day’s worth of stuff, including a full-face helmet and pads. The main compartment features a zip mesh pocket with key retainer and three mesh stash pockets to organize tools, repair kits, snacks, and other gear for easy access; two pump sleeves conveniently secure a shock pump and tire pump.
MSRP: $139.95
https://www.platy.com/hydration-packs/duthie-am-10
The North Face Progressor Shorts
Does your dad love spending his days wandering the trails? The new Progresser shorts from North Face might be that perfect pair of shorts for him. The North Face built these shorts with tough hikes in mind. These technical shorts features stretch-woven, durable ripstop fabric in the seat for maximum mobility and durability. The gusseted crotch even adds a greater range of mobility. The zipper pocket is great for keeping small essentials in without worrying about losing them on the trail.
MRSP: $85.00
https://www.thenorthface.com/shop/mens-progressor-shorts-nf0a3c6z?variationId=EB8#hero=0
Mystery Ranch Scree
If you are looking for a pack for dad that can handle a lot of different outdoor activities, look no further. The Scree is a mid-size technical daypack that offers a lot of possibilities. With an adjustable yoke, it is quick and easy to dial in the fit on this workhorse rucksack. The Scree is hydration reservoir compatible for those days when dad is out on the trail all day. The 3-Zip design makes accessing the gear inside a breeze. And for those smaller items, there is a zip pocket built into the lid to keep the safe and secure.
MSRP: $179.00
https://www.mysteryranch.com/scree-pack
Patagonia Middle Fork Packable Waders
Does your dad love getting out to mountain stream or lakes to fly fish? If so, you will want to check out the new Patagonia Middle Fork Packable Waders. These are the lightest, most packable and most technically advanced waders Patagonia has ever made. Designed for convenience and performance for backcountry angling and travel, the array of features found on these waders will make them dad’s new favorite pair. The streamlined design and the innovative synthetic rubber booties allow the Middle Fork Waders to roll up into their own compact 8″ x 13″ stuff sack and weighs only 26 ounces. The upper body of the waders is built from 3-layer, 3.5-oz 100% recycled nylon, and the seat and legs are 4- layer, 4.5-oz 100% polyester (70% recycled). With heavy-duty scuff guards, newly developed seam tape, and single-seam construction that moves the seams away from high-wear areas, the Middle Fork Waders are designed to handle the elements.
MSRP: $349.00
http://www.patagonia.com/product/middle-fork-packable-waders-regular/82330.html
PocketRocket 2 Mini Stove Kit
Lighten up your dad’s pack this Father’s Day by giving the new PocketRocket 2 Mini Stove Kit from MSR. This stove is built specifically for ultralight minimalists attempting to go farther and faster with less on their backs. The lightweight, compact, all-in-one PocketRocket 2 Mini Stove Kit offers just what dad needs and nothing more for a solo trip. Pot nests PocketRocket 2 stove and 4 oz fuel canister (fuel sold separately) and pot lifter. Included bowl nests outside of pot. Snap-on Sip/Strainer lid keeps everything securely in place.
MSRP $79.95
https://www.msrgear.com/pocketrocket-2-mini-stove-kit
Kicker Bullfrog BF100
If your dad loves music while out and about, the Bullfrog BF100 is a must have. The Kicker Bullfrog BF100 Bluetooth speaker ready for on-the-water and outdoor fun. Whether out in the backyard or basecamp with friends and family, the new BF100 can go anywhere you go. The portable Bluetooth speaker’s IP67 rating means that it’s fully protected from rain, dust and dirt, can float and can also be submerged in 1m of water for up to 30 minutes. Despite it’s compact design and lightweight build, it pumps out some serious 360-degree sound thanks to having speakers on both sides. It has a battery life of 12 hours and also includes hands-free speakerphone capabilities. Stream your favorite playlist via Bluetooth, Aux input or charging USB output and even pair with another Bullfrog for double the sound.
MSRP: $199.95
https://www.kicker.com/bullfrog-bf100-outdoor-bluetooth-speaker
Mountainsmith Cooloir 36
This Father’s Day get your dad the gift of cold storage. The Cooloir 36 is built to last. Packs 36 cans and ice with additional dry storage. The Cooloir 36 offers maximum cold storage and portability while minimizing the hassle of heavy, hard-sided coolers. One of the toughest soft-sided coolers on the market, the Cooloir’s rugged construction and ¾” insulation deliver 72 hours of cold storage (with ice) when appropriately packed. The seam sealed outer construction creates a double walled cooler for added insulation while the removable interior cooler box makes for easy cleaning and drying.
MSRP: $179.95
https://mountainsmith.com/cooloir-36.html
Elevenpine Crank it Up Short
Does your dad love to ride his bike everywhere? If so, the Crank it Up Shorts from Elevepine might be the perfect gift for him. The folks at Elevenpine designed these shorts for the cyclist that want the performance of spandex while on the road or mountain, but easily converted to a more causal fit while out on the town. By combining the Crank it Up Short with their Liberator liner short, featuring lightweight, 4-way stretch fabric and advanced absorption chamois technology, means the ride will be smooth, dry, comfortable.
MSRP: $139.00
https://www.elevenpine.com/collections/mens/products/combo-crank-it-up-2018
AdvancedFrame Ultralite
This next product is perfect for the dad who is looking to get back into some remote waterways. The AdvancedFrame Ultralite delivers high performance in the lightest package possible. Utilizing their aluminum rib-frame technology in the bow and stern and ultra-light Polyurethane materials in a 3-layer construction, the Ultralite is a kayak with superior hull speed and tracking in a mid 17-pound package. Fully featured with items like d-rings, bungee deck lacing, and a supportive high-back seat, this kayak is well equipped for your dad’s next ultra-light adventure.
MSRP: $649.99
https://www.advancedelements.com/day-touring-inflatable-kayaks/advancedframe-ultralite/
Thorlos Experia ProLite with NanoGLIDE
Socks have always been the traditional gift for dad. And many people joke about it, but we are sure your dad will be excited about getting these socks if he loves to run. Designed for distance runners participating in half, full, ultra and endurance events as well as training for them. The use of NanoGLIDE as a primary fiber assures that the foot stays cool and dry. The “10X less friction” of the fiber virtually eliminates the possibility of blisters. Together these make an even bigger difference as dad moves into the back half of the race and as he gets closer to the finish. That’s when most running socks “wet-out” and lose their cooling and wicking abilities. But that’s when the superior hydrophobic properties of NanoGLIDE to move the moisture quickly away from dad’s foot will be appreciated, especially if your dad happen to be a “heavy sweater”, or he is running in high heat, heavy humidity, or wet environments.
MSRP: $15.99
https://www.thorlo.com/socks/xptu/066/men
Sunday Afternoon SW Desert Trucker
The Southwest Desert Trucker is one of our favorite hats that Sunday Afternoon makes. This hat is inspired by the iconic red rocks and painted desert of the Southwest. It offers plenty of shade, ventilation and adjustable sizing for the perfect fit. Whether your dad’s idea of adventure is peak bagging, lazy days on the river or simply all things summer, this is one trucker you won’t forget.
MSRP: $28.00
https://www.sundayafternoons.com/p/sw-desert-trucker/
New Primal Sea Salt Beef Thins
Don’t let your dad go hungry while out on the trail. The New Primal Sea Salt Beef Thins are a new take on how we enjoy jerky without sacrificing whole ingredients or great taste. Thinner than traditional jerky and seasoned like a chip, this new on-the-go snack is much easier to bite off and chew. Made from 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef, The New Primal Beef Thins are perfect for guilt-free enjoyment. They are Whole30 Approved, Certified Paleo and Certified Gluten-Free. They’re also made with no added hormones or antibiotics and are free from dairy and soy. Each serving of The New Primal Beef Thins is less than 90 calories and packed with 13g of protein.
MSRP: Pack of 8 for $35.95
https://shop.thenewprimal.com/100-grass-fed-beef-thins-sea-salt/
Backpacker Survival Hacker’s Handbook
Get your dad the book this year that will help him become a survival expert. The Survival Hacker’s Handbook How to Survive with Just About Anything is a go-to for literally anything and everything when it comes to making it in the outdoors. For instance – how to make a fishhook out of a beer can, start a fire with hand sanitizer, or purify water with bleach. This book goes beyond the quirk to identify real solutions for real scenarios—with real items you carry with you. Organized around basic fundamental concepts of survival: finding food, building shelter, securing water, etc., this book includes useful tips and tricks from survival experts, and provides step-by-step instructions, along with short stories of survival situations where these modern survival skills have come into play.
MSRP: $29.95
Bertucci A-2TR Vintage GMT
If your dad is looking for his next field watch, the A-2TR Vintage GMT in titanium is worth looking at. The A-2TR Vintage GMT is inspired by classic U.S. military watches. It is built with a rugged U.S. Patented 40 mm solid titanium Unibody case. It comes with a 2nd time zone GMT feature, and date, a top quality precise and reliable Swiss made quartz movement. It also has a durable screw down crown and case back, scratch resistant sapphire crystal, and a unidirectional titanium elapsed time / directional ring.
MSRP: $270-$290
http://www.bertucciwatches.com/Bertucci/GMT.html
Keysmart Pro
Get dad the gift of organization this Father’s Day with the Keysmart Pro. Regardless of the activity, bulky, bulging keys are incredibly distracting, tough to keep on hand, and can ruin your outdoor experience. The Keysmart Pro turns anyone into an expert camper 100% prepared to handle any camping crisis. Not only does this compact gadget organize all your keys and save space (it’s smaller than a pack of gum), but it also offers all the brilliantly simple features of a Swiss Army Knife. Whether you’re starting a fire and need flint, opening bottles, or trying to cut into a package, this camping gadget serves as the tool that keeps giving. The best part? It includes a rechargeable location tracker so you’ll never lose this awesome multi-tool. No other key organizer or multi-tool has this capability.
MSRP: $59.99
https://getkeysmart.com/products/keysmart-pro-with-tile-smart-location-tracking