The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Adventurous Husbands
Picking out a Father’s Day gift is especially easy if you’re shopping for the outdoorsy dad. If your husband enjoys exploring the wilderness or simply visiting a secluded lake for some great fishing, there are many great gifts he’ll not only like, but actively use for his favorite hobbies. You don’t want to get him second-rate gear that doesn’t live up to it’s billing. Here are some of the best gifts an adventurous dad could ask for.
Kayaker
If your husband enjoys getting out on the water, maybe it’s finally time he retired his old fiberglass kayak and upgraded to a new, lighter model. Whether he enjoys short paddles during sunset off the local beach, or long tours to distant islands, there are specific kayaks for the desired activities. Read up on a buyer’s guide to determine which kayak would be best for him. If he already has the kayak of his dreams, why not get him some new light weight, fitted paddles and a new spray skirt.
Mountain Biking
If your husband likes hitting the trails with his bike, he probably wears through his bike shorts pretty quickly. Padded bike shorts can reduce chafing and make the mountain biking experience much more enjoyable. Other useful mountain biking accessories include full-finger bike gloves, lightweight jerseys, or even new cycling shoes. If his bike is looking a little worse for wear get him a full tune up at the local bike shop. A new chain, new cables, and an overhaul of the wheel bearings will make sure his bike is in tip-top condition for the next time he hits the trails.
Fishing
Whether he’s new to fishing or is an old pro, the basic necessities make for great gifts — a new reel for example, or a multiple-compartment tackle box. If his utility vest is showing its age, visit your local Bass Pro Shop and upgrade. Embellish the gift by including smaller-scale supplies like fishing line, bait and hooks.
Mountaineering
The summer months are hiking months. But some men aren’t content with a simple trail and a weekend camping. Some men want to climb the heights of glacial peaks. Gearing up to summit an extreme mountain, you want the best gear, which means you also want your husband to have the best (and safest) gear. Boots, crampons, ice axes, harnesses and ropes, the tools he uses to scale those icy summits are literally his lifeline. When mountaineering there is a lot of equipment he’s going to need, and climbing with second-hand or old and worn gear isn’t safe. If you’re getting him mountaineering gear for his next ascent make sure to read reviews and consult a buyer’s guide so you can make a purchase with confidence.
Get There
Outdoor enthusiasts always want to find the most secluded, secret spot, and then keep it to themselves — whether it’s for biking, fishing or backpacking. The best experiences are oftentimes found off the beaten path. For dads who love secret and off-the-map spots, new tires are an excellent gift. All-terrain tires are smooth on paved and packed roads, but can also handle muddy, rocky or steep terrain.
