Guide • May 24, 2012

Father's Day Gift Guide 2012

The 15 gifts your old man needs this year

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad

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It’s a bluetooth keyboard. It’s a protective aluminum case. It’s a versatile portrait or landscape stand. It’s your dad’s new favorite traveling companion.

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Baseball Bat Bottle Openers

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Never thanked the man who taught you to play catch? Each of these openers is carved from a game bat used by his favorite MLB team.

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Stake

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A grilling dad’s secret weapon: The fork is in the spatula, which is in the tongs – all of which is already in his hand.
Sugru

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If WD-40 can unsqueak anything, this air-curing rubber can unbreak pretty much anything. Handy, man.

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Garmin Approach® S1

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Save Dad from angrily breaking clubs with a GPS watch that always knows how far to the next pin. It even comes preloaded with over 13,000 courses.

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Chief's Energizing Face Wash

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This ginseng-, eucalyptus-, and menthol-infused face wash should wake Dad up. If it doesn’t, download the Chief’s Alarm Clock app that can only be turned off by scanning the bottle.

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Camp Chef Outdoor Oven

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More than one cook in the kitchen might spoil the broth, but more than one way to cook manly foods in a portable package is just camping done right.

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Roku Streaming Box

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It’s time to introduce Dad to the age of streaming media. This tiny box allows effortless access to Netflix, HBO Go, Pandora, and other services right through the TV.

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Bamboo Stylus for iPad

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Maybe dad still has a flip phone. Maybe he just doesn’t think smartphones should be smarter than their operators. Maybe he just has big fingers. This will help him acclimate.

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Tube-Wringer

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Dad taught you the value of a buck. This is a witty (and pretty darn useful) way of showing him you took his lessons to heart.

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Bialetti Mini Express 2-Cup Stovetop Percolator

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Even if Pop struggles with hot dogs or spaghetti, he’ll still be able to contribute some top-notch espresso to the dessert course.

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Duffy's Brew Original Beer Shampoo

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Beer people know Elysian Brewing Company’s Dragonstooth Stout is extra tasty, but it turns out it’s also great for restoring vitamins and body to dad’s hair.

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Logitech Harmony Link

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Plug this tiny hub into your Wi-Fi network, then use the matching apps to turn your iDevice or Android into a universal TV and stereo remote.
Arkiv Field Pack

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Whether he’s off to work for the day or camping for a month, this modular backpack covers the bases. Tool pocket? Yep. Laptop case? Of course. The kitchen sink? Up to him.

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Fresh Balls

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He was willing to have “the talk” with you; now it’s your turn to have “the talk” with him. Or just silently present this and immediately change the subject.

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