Fail-safe Father’s Day gifts for every budget.
It’s easy to spot a dad from a mile away, through crowded streets you’ll see middle-aged men squinting at road signs with their phone font size set to extra large. They give off an aura that is hard to define - the simplest explanation is “dad vibe”.
It's safe to say each dad has their own ‘thing’ going on. For some it's that they think they are the next Heston Blumenthal, or for others it's all about measuring their running split and cadence while some dads just love stuffing themselves into lycra each weekend.
Whatever their vibe, a new tie and cufflinks just won't cut it, that's why we've compiled a fail-safe list to make your Father’s Day gift search easier this year.
The outdoorsy dad.
Found tinkering with equipment in the garage, at the local outdoor shop or simply out and about, the outdoorsy dad is a unique specimen. The kind of dad who gifted you a Swiss Army Knife on your 9th birthday, who loves a bonfire and would rather eat trail mix than a chocolate bar. These dads have seemingly endless tidbits of knowledge to pass on to just about anyone who'll listen to them. Here are five presents which the outdoorsy dad will love.
BCF - Portable Fridge
This portable fridge will elevate dad’s next camping trip, ensuring that he always has a cold drink.
Camping Co - Camping toilet
For the dad who has everything, what else could he possibly want? A portable loo is the only way to go, perfect for the dad who loves a comfortable number two.
Adrenaline - Guided Overnight 4WD Camping Adventure
Now this gift is if you really want to treat dad (and maybe yourself). What more could the old man desire than heading out into the wilderness for a 4WD camping adventure? Beware though, your dad will be telling you stories from this trip for years to come.
Campaign Co - Portable Dynamo LED Lantern Radio with Built-In Compass
This real nifty bit of camping tech can help dad see, know where he is and listen to tunes while stargazing, pretty cool if you ask us! This portable lantern comes with a radio and a built in compass!
Snowys - LifeStraw Water Filter
Okay, so this gift is for the harcore outdoor dads. This gift is the most precious gift you can give this kind of dad. The gift of the essence of life, the gift of clean water. This LifeStraw could legit save their life if they get lost while out camping - good move by you.
Golf dads.
Golf dads are back. Well to be fair, they never left. Their classic aesthetic and style has endured from cool, to daggy, to lame and full circle back to cool again. Despite the vogue style, the golf course is strangely a stressful place for such a calming game. With the right bit of tech, you can help your dad crush the course - here are some Father’s Day golf gift ideas that are well above par.
Golf Box - Bright golf balls
Is your dad always having to buy new balls because he loses his in the rough? These bright golf balls should do the trick.
Golf Shelf - GPS phone holder
Make walking the course a breeze with this GPS/phone holder for his golf caddy - now he can facetime his mates and tee off at the same time! Talk about multitasking.
Golf Shelf - Garmin Approach G12 GPS Unit
What about the travelling golfer dad? Well have no fear. With Garmin rangefinder, your dad can cruise to almost any golf course in the world and nail his shot.
Golf Box - Arccos Link GEN2
Now, for the dad who can’t be bothered to record every single shot he takes on the day - because let’s be honest there can be a few.
Recovery dads.
The recovery dad is the sub category group of the sporty dads who’ve either come to the realisation or need a pretty firm reminder that they need to make sure that they recover from their exercise properly, otherwise they won’t be able to walk the next day. Sure, it can be funny listening to him talk about the aches and pains - for a minute or two, but when it hits the 3 hour mark and with each sitdown and stand up all you hear is a choir of groans… it gets a bit annoying. With any one of the exercise products below you won’t have to worry about the constant moaning anymore.
Shaver Shop - Vibration Accu-node Massage Ball or Bing Lee - Theragun Wave Roller Vibration Therapy
We’ve all become accustomed to seeing dad roll out sore spots on the carpet as he winces in pain rolling back and forth on a spiky ball or foam roller - help him take some of the pain out of his recovery with the super convenient and cool vibrating massage ball and wave roller.
Shaver Shop - Compact Hot & Cold Massage Gun
For the dad who wants to take his recovery seriously he needs serious gear. Help dad reach peak performance with the best recovery from a deep tissue massage gun.
Foodie dads.
The foodie dad is a special kind of dad. Always looking for innovation and improvement to make a delicate, succulent meal for the family. Sure, he can get carried away at times, there are some dinners where you just want to eat but dad says the steak still has 45 minutes left to Sous Vide! Truth is, we give this dad a hard time - but all he’s doing is trying to show his love for you with a delicious meal. Here are a few gifts that could really make his foodie day.
OmniBlend - OmniBlend I – 2 Litre Pro
Is your dad always having to buy new balls because he loses his in the rough? These bright golf balls should do the trick.
Catch - Automatic pot stirrer
Dads are busy people, it can feel like they need to be at two places at once. With an automatic pot stirrer now they sort of can! Dad can set it up, let dinner cook nicely all the while trying to help the kids with homework. What a man!
Catch - Meat thermometer
We know that dads get super protective about the BBQ. The man lords over it like only he has been told the secrets of how to harness gas, charcoal and fire into delicious meat. With a digital meat thermometer, help dad grill meat to perfection and god help anyone who dares to ask for a well done steak.
Dad’s who love stats.
Stat dads are an interesting kind of health dad. Quick with a cadence check and very eager to tell you their running split. These dads have it all figured out to a mathematical equation - to get a new PB he’s going to have to hold on for a certain pace. With the advancements of wearable tech, dads can now check, plan and smash their previous best with ease, and then spend hours after admiring their work with a post analysis check.
JB Hi-Fi - Fitbit Luxe
With all this wearable tech it can be hard to know which one is right for your stat dad. For the stylish dad look no further than the Fitbit Luxe - This health and wellbeing tracker looks more like a stylish accessory rather than an impressive piece of tech.
The Iconic - Garmin Forerunner 245 Music Sports Watch
It’s not always stats, stats and more stats with these dads. Sure, they love analysing their pace, split and cadence - but they need to find the right running track to go with their run, and for that, you can’t go past the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music Sports Watch.
JB Hi-Fi - Apple Watch Series 3
Now there are the stat dads who want one watch to do it all - like, everything. With the Apple Watch Series 3 your dad can Check their heart rate and get notifications for low and high heart rates. Measure workouts, track and share activity. Take calls, send and receive messages, and play your favourite music.
Big W - Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen
The stats don’t end after a workout, no, the stats continue long into the night and for these dads, this is peak performance checking. With the Google Nest Hub you can track your sleep! In addition to voice control capacity, Nest Hub smart display is an ideal bedside companion for dad.
Audio dads.
Now we’ve come to the audio dad. This dad was one groovy customer back in the day. He owns a stack of old vinyls, tapes and loves to belt out these classics when guests come over - much to your dismay. So it makes sense that when these dads workout they’re not going to accept any old headphones. No, they need crisp sound that does their music justice, because to them it’s the greatest music ever made.
Dick Smith - Apple AirPods (3rd Generation)
With all this wearable tech it can be hard to know which one is right for your stat dad. For the stylish dad look no further than the Fitbit Luxe - This health and wellbeing tracker looks more like a stylish accessory rather than an impressive piece of tech.
Dick Smith - JBL wireless In-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones
It’s not always stats, stats and more stats with these dads. Sure, they love analysing their pace, split and cadence - but they need to find the right running track to go with their run, and for that, you can’t go past the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music Sports Watch.
Dick Smith - Phillips ActionFit Ear-Hook Earphones Headset
Now there are the stat dads who want one watch to do it all - like, everything. With the Apple Watch Series 3 your dad can Check their heart rate and get notifications for low and high heart rates. Measure workouts, track and share activity. Take calls, send and receive messages, and play your favourite music.
Coffee obsessed dad’s.
When it comes to recovery from a workout, it’s not always about stretching, icing or massaging, it’s also about your state of mind, relaxing and enjoying that post workout feel. Nothing feels as good as relaxing after a workout with a nice cup of coffee. Especially for those coffee obsessed dads, who know that nothing is going to be as good as their own brew. So, whether dad is finishing a session, on a hike or having a recovery day make sure that he’s always prepared for his perfect cuppa.
Nuddy Coffee - AeroPress Go Coffee Maker
For hiking dads who are always on the go, help them unwind as they reach each checkpoint with an on the go coffee maker.
Single O - Breville Pro Grinder Bundle
Every coffee dad knows that nailing the grind is fundamental to a great tasting brew. So, after your dad has nailed their workout grind, they can smash their coffee grind as well.
