It’s that time of year again — the time of year we bust out our credit cards and charge way too much for a Father’s Day gift in an attempt to impress our pops. If only you could buy love, we’re pretty sure we’d have paid for it in full by now. Ah, but you can’t.
What you can do is shop smarter, and get Dad a Father’s Day gift that he’ll really appreciate and cherish for years to come (or at least until next June, when we have to do this all again).
To save you the grunt work, we’ve hand-selected a wide variety of timeless presents that your father will actually enjoy and will prove you made an effort. (Easier said than done, trust us.) No matter what your father fancies, be it apparel, sporting goods, kitchen essentials, or beverages, we’ve got him covered!
This is the Mandatory Father’s Day gift guide for the dad who deserves only the best.
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Fathers Day Gift Guide 2022
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RadExpand 5 Electric Folding Bike
For the dad who likes to escape on two wheels, there's this folding ebike with fat tires. Dad can pack this "rugged space-saver" in his RV on road trips, then hit the trails with confidence.
Buy it here.
Photo: Rad Power Bikes
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Ice Barrel
For the dad who pushes his body to the limit and needs to jump-start his post-workout recovery, splurge on an Ice Barrel. It’s a cold therapy training tool that allows Dad to treat his muscles and mind well. It’s affordable, portable, durable, and compact, meaning there’s no excuse not to get him one.
Buy it here.
Photo: Ice Barrel
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NOMATIC Travel Backpack
This NOMATIC Backpack is perfect for dads on the go. Made from durable, water-resistant materials, it can transform from backpack to briefcase and expands to hold everything he needs to carry. With a full perimeter zipper, magnetic water bottle pockets, RFID safe storage, and hidden pockets, Dad will be ready for whatever the day throws at him.
Buy it here.
Photo: NOMATIC
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Cloos Custom Color Lens Glasses
Is there any cooler dad than Tom Brady? We think not. So why wouldn't you want to emulate the sport star's style? These custom color lens glasses from Brady's collab with Danish eyewear maker Christopher Cloos will make Dad look current and keep his eyes safe during all those golf games he'll be playing this summer.
Buy them here.
Photo: Cloos
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Monfrère Denim
Say goodbye to dad jeans forever. Get dad some vintage denim jeans like this Deniro Le Mans mid-rise five-pocket pair. They feature back-brushed denim for the smoothest feel, plus a cotton/poly blend stretch fabric to accommodate all that extra BBQ Dad’s going to be eating this summer.
By them here.
Photo: Monfrère
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Revv Backpack
It's time for Dad to ditch the old laptop bag and slip into something more stylish. This backpack from Revv is eye-catching and functional but also completely vegan and cruelty free.
Buy it here.
Photo: Revv
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Colsen Fire Pit
Tap into your dad's inner (yet evolved) caveman with this sleek and stylish fire pit. It's portable, smokeless, odorless, and can be used indoors or out. This'll really light Dad's fire.
Buy it here.
Photo: Colsen
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Galanz Built-In Beverage Cooler
Dad likes to have a beer from time to time (or all the time), and who are we to judge? Help him keep his precious booze stash cold with a built-in beverage cooler. This stainless steel one from Galanz holds 172 cans on three sliding wire shelves and features digital temperature control, an aluminum grip handle, see-through double glass doors, and LED interior lighting. Cheers to that!
Buy it here.
Photo: Galanz
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Grounds & Hounds Coffee
There isn't a dad alive who doesn't love coffee and donuts. The geniuses at Grounds & Hounds know this, and that's why they created a Glazed Donut Blend that combines Dad's two favorite flavor profiles. Even better than this medium dark roast blend is the fact that Grounds & Hounds gives 15 percent of sales from this brew to help match therapeutic dogs with pediatric cancer treatment centers.
Buy it here.
Photo: Grounds & Hounds
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Far Niente Wine
Your dad is more wizened in the ways of wine than you, so just know that he’ll want to guzzle this beautifully etched bottle of Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon. It features mixed berry, chocolate, light earth and licorice aromas with plum and blackberry flavors. You can impress your pops by telling him it has a “thick entry” and a “great backbone” (whatever the hell that means).
Buy it here.
Photo: Far Niente
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Loom and Table Tablecloth
You may not think a tablecloth is a must-have, but your dad is a bona fide grown-up and he knows better. Treat him to this 100 percent premium polyester tablecloth from eco-conscious company Loom & Table. It comes in six colors and is so sophisticated it'll make him marvel at your good taste (which you got from him, naturally).
Buy it here.
Photo: Loom & Table
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Fab Slabs
For the dad who loves to slice and dice, these antibacterial cutting boards will ensure he does so hygienically. Handmade from Australian camphor laurel, they’re known for their longevity, beauty, and food safety.
Buy them here.
Photo: Fab Slabs
