Father’s Day is coming, soon. And if it’s like every other year, you’ve probably planned to give dad the ultimate swag bag — but forgot — and instead will resort to handing out another restaurant-chain gift card.
But this year, when June 19 approaches, score for Dad some of these top M&F choices for his day — anything from ear-splittingly awesome earbuds to workout gear to even a cold (and low-cal) beverage to wash down all the awesome options.
Here are M&F choices for the best gifts to give Dad this Father’s Day.
Ideal for working at home as well as the aspiring fitness social media personality, this tiny dock (it’s smaller than a brick) features a ton of useful stuff for keeping your gadgets powered and inputs to fire up multiple cameras:
You can Netflix and chill in front of the TV while covered up snugly with your partner, or just wrap yourself up with a beer and watch the fights underneath this mammoth 10 by 10-foot blanket. Made of a formulated blend of polyester and spandex, the Original will keep you couch cool and comfortable, while at the same time, its temperature regulating fabric makes it awesome enough to take outdoors for a cool addition to a warm campside fire.
This veteran-owned brand makes bags versatile enough for both trekking the toughest of mountain terrain navigating through the urban jungle to the office or gym. These bags, the lightest of the pack in Eberlestock’s everyday carry lineup, features laser-cut MOLLE webbing to allow you to carry along all types of accessories and gear, and numerous pouches to store a water bottle or even a jacket. Inside the top lid, you’ll find small item organizers like a zippered mesh pocket to hold anything from toiletries to survival gear.
These plates are conversation starters. When someone walks into your home gym, they notice these immediately. Yes, you can buy Cap or some knock-off brands, but our experience with Eliko’s sport training plates has been fantastic. They’ve been dropped, rolled, clanged, and banged, and barely a dent.
Don’t let dad fight off Dad bod, while forgetting that his aging leathery face needs some self care as well. Skincare has never been easier or more effective as this Red Light Face Mask will rejuvenate your manly glow in as little as 10 minutes a day. Charge it up, put it on, then chill for 10 to 20 minutes as red light treatment digs deeper than topicals, allowing you face to regain its youthful edge.
Don’t let Dad go all-out with his training, only to struggle to get out of bed each morning because of soreness. Help him get the knots out of the quads, glutes, even feet with one of the top percussive therapy tools on the market. Hyperice’s latest is stronger, faster and digs deeper than its previous versions, and that’s a good thing.
It’s pronounced Q-bell and world-record-holding powerlifter and inventor Chris Duffin is the brains behind this incredible creation. You can snag weights between 10 and 50 pounds. They’re versatile and come in handy when you’re training in tight quarters.
Here’s the lowdown from the Mad Scientist himself:
When it’s time for dad to take off his shoes at the end of a long working day, swap those tired old slippers for Kane’s “Revive” active recovery shoe. This sustainably designed injection mold sneaker is washable, durable, and quick drying for everyday use and is suitable for both long runs or much needed rest. The Revive offers a breathable exterior for better circulation and airflow and feature an oversized tread for greater traction on the move. They are available in a wide range of colorways to suit every taste.
For your seriously fit-focused father, this ultra-light GPS running watch with integrated barometer that equips both hardcore runners and weekend warriors with advanced training tools that help improve performance and training efficiency.
This British lager is now hitting the States, is a low-calorie alternative that doesn’t compromise on taste. A 12-ounce bottle of Skinny Brands has just 89 calories. It’s gluten free, vegan friendly, and kosher, and at 4.0 % ABV, there’s a decent hit of alcohol without the carbs, perfect for those afternoon sessions in the sun.
They’re slick and durable, much more so than others we’ve tested, including much less rattling during use than Bowflex and Nautilus adjustable DB products. The aluminum cradles fend off rust and the adjustments up or down when selecting the weight are seamless. Yeah, they’re pricey, but you’re not buying a flea market brand. It’s an investment. Period. Our advice? Opt for the 80-pound set ($775) instead of the 50-pounders ($625).
Being a dad can be backbreaking work! Long hours on the job lead to thankless shifts on the road as “Dad’s Free Taxi Cab,” all followed by the usual chores at home and in the garden. So, if you do manage to squeeze a gym session into your fatherly schedule, you’ll need some ace recovery methods up your sleeve! Enter the Snailax Shiatsu Massage Cushion with Heat.
This back massager features four deep massage nodes to relax your spine, and offers 3 zones of massage: full back, upper back, and entire back. You can even control the intensity to make sure it hits the spot on even the most stressful of days. This cushion even provides heat therapy, easing the muscles in your shoulders, lumbar, and entire back. The Snailax can be positioned on your office chair or living room couch, making it the ultimate companion for those “days from hell,” a gift that every dad deserves.
Headphones can be problematic when you train with diverse workout protocols. Flopping onto a bench or doing a strict pullup doesn’t put your earbuds to the test as much as when you weave burpees or lateral hops into a routine. The ergonomic noise-canceling earbuds come with four sizes of silicone tips and ear wings that allow you to find the perfect fit. As for sound, we could bore you with nerd talk about coaxial dual drivers and deep punches, but just know they sound really goddamn good, especially for the price.
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The Best Grilling Cookbook Ever Written By Two Idiots
Mark Anderson and Ryan Fey, better known as the Grill Dads on Food Network, live and cook by a very simple mantra: You can make literally anything on a grill. They often joke that people at home can look at them and say, “If these two idiots can do it, I can too.”
And with their new cookbook, they’re ready to show people how to use grills to cook anything and everything. From soups and salads to mains and appetizers―the grill is a multifaceted tool you can use to turn out inventive and delicious food with a kiss of smoke and fire.
Nearly 50% of men will experience hair loss in their lifetime—and your father is probably one of them. Fortunately, Roman can help. In one study, finasteride was effective at stopping hair loss in 83% of men, while another study found that over 70% of men using 5% minoxidil for 16 weeks reported improvement in hair loss. Give Dad the gift of hair growth, with this treatment that is prescribed by U.S.-licensed healthcare professionals, and is offered in prescription and over-the-counter medications. Roman’s customer service is second to none, and you can take advantage of their two-day shipping to make sure you get the goods in time for Dad’s big day!
The Pluto Pillow is customized for your body and stats, sleep style, the first and only pillow that’s custom-built to your body stats, sleep style, and personal preferences. Leveraging data collected through a quick questionnaire that’s run through a proprietary algorithm, Pluto analyzes which custom combination of 35+ materials should go into your pillow for optimal rest and recovery.
The Farmstand from Lettuce Grow is a self-watering and self-fertilizing system that grows plants in nutrient-enriched water without soil. Even cooler, it requires only 5 minutes of maintenance a week, needs less than a gallon of water to thrive, and utilizes an interactive app to assist in growing tips. Oh, and the Farmstand is made from upcycled, ocean-bound plastic. So along with helping shave costs on groceries, you’re giving Mother Earth a fist bump, too.
Think of Apollo’s wearable as a much-needed hug for your antsy nervous system. The device was developed by neuroscientists and physicians and focuses less on biometrics and more on balancing your autonomic nervous system. If you’ve already tried popping pills or toking on spliffs — or you don’t want to go those routes — to destress, Apollo is worth considering.
