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Last-Minute Gifts for Outdoorsy Dads

Joe Jackson
Jun 13, 2014
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Joe Jackson
Jun 13, 2014
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My dad never wants expensive gear for Father’s Day, but he still appreciates a thoughtful gift or two. Here are six suggestions that cost $30 or less for your pragmatic, outdoorsy father or husband.  

Black Diamond Cosmo Headlamp

(Courtesy of Black Diamond)

This practical, sturdy headlamp ($30) pumps out 70 lumens of light and only weighs 3.2 ounces. The four-LED lamp is surprisingly feature-rich considering its affordable price tag: it has five different light settings, and can be dimmed or brightened simply by holding a finger down on the button. 

Avex 20-ounce Highland Travel Mug

(Courtesy of Avex)

You say cliché, I say badass. This black double-wall vacuum-sealed mug ($25) has a trigger-like button to open and seal-close the lid. You don’t have to worry about heat loss or spills if you drop the vessel. The product is also dishwasher safe.

Gerber GDC Money Clip

(Courtesy of Gerber)

Yes, it’s $2 over our limit, but we couldn’t resist including this handy tool on our Father’s Day list. Gerber designed the sleek 3.6-inch money clip ($32) to hold cash and five credit cards. Plus, it comes with a built-in 1.75-inch stainless steel blade. To cut down on size, the blade features a round ring-size handle, which will give your dad enough grip to cut through cardboard.

REI Lightweight Polartec Power Dry Crew Shirt

(Courtesy of Polartec)

This simple, athletic shirt ($29.50) is cut from some of the best moisture wicking synthetic fabric on the market. Not only is it a killer value, it will also help Dad fly under the radar thanks to its no-frills cut and styling. 

Eddie Bauer Travex Expedition Hanging Kit Bag

(Courtesy of Eddie Bauer)

Setting aside a well stocked, ready-to-roll travel bag ($30) takes a lot of the stress out of business trips. This durable DOP kit unzips to reveal three mesh, zippered pockets that can accommodate all your dad's toiletries. Plus, the 210-denier ripstop nylon exterior is strong enough to last several seasons.

Alite Designs Clover Cook Set

(Courtesy of Alite Designs)

With the Clover Cook Set ($12), Alite Designs packed three functional outdoor cooking tools into one boil-safe, compact package. A large spoon and spatula unite to form tongs, letting you ditch about 60 percent of the cooking utensils currently in your camp box.

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