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DADs (and grads) GIFTSPERATIONS Part 3

Beachgoers, outdoor chefs, guys on the go-some ideas for durable gear/day haulers-for camping/grilling/sipping. via GIPHY source imgur.com GCI OUTDOOR, NITE IZE, CAMP CHEF, ZIPPO Outdoor, RED COPPER, WATERFORD, PAPERCLIP BAGS, EAGLE CREEK Have a seat... GCI OUTDOOR Big Surf with SunShade -4 position aluminum beach chair-adjustble shade (UPF 50 fabric)  rotates 270 degrees front-to-back or can collapse completely flat...plus neat-underneath seat -there's a slide out aluminum table with beverage holder. $70 Shine on -portable power and light... NITE IZE makes so many handy gear/gadget items-we wonder what smart just sits around and comes up with this stuff..."DISCOVER YOUR SOLUTION" indeed! Pictured-the portable, weather tough lightweight Radiant 300   Rechargeable LED lantern with both red+white (multi-mode switch-low-medium-high)  LED modes, 2 integrated USB ports (micro to charge up lantern-larger USB port- charges other small devices), carabine...

DADS (and grads) Gadget/Gear Giftsperations

Part 2 via GIPHY source boingboing.net Outdoors-on land or sea- essentials...for the guys going outdoor spaces-far flung places...who we depend on to have have survival skills... SURVIVAL MEDICAL,  COBRA, GO PURE, OTTER BOX Survival Medical Kits : Survival Medical  products include handy sealed survival preparedness,  outdoors and marine kits contain life saving-first aid essentials  in convenient lightweight packs...that even float! Tuffcountry Extreme and above-Offshore Tool Kit pictured above-but other activity focused -or (bad) situation (think over-up Pandemic) packs and serious buckets full of be prepared for anything items. Available at stores like Cabela's priced around $9.99 up to complete buckets $595 COBRA JUMPAKS+POWER PACKS-give one of these UL certified waterproof jump starters for the family vehicle-state of the art JumPack XL H2O  (available soon $169.95) 2 ways to jumpstart-one using traditional jumper cables and a sec...

DADS (and grads) New Outdoor Watches=Gifts

Armitron Adventure. Casio Pro Trek Smart Bedazzled watches geared towards outdoor guys- go way beyond time keeping with built-in under the display software that might function even better than those collectible Swiss watches engineering feats...but are way more affordable. Top Pics: Armitron Adventure collection -new affordable time keepers with multi-functional rugged attributes ($55-$140)-have geek appeal but nice,  classic styling of a dress watches. Pictured- Stainless Steel Analog Adventure Watc h -with adjustable link bracelet-3 day and date subdials and luminous hour+minute hands. Water resistant up to 330feet. $140.00 Also available-the Solar model-never need to charge-no battery replacement needed. Attributes-altimeter, barometer, compasses as well as activity trackers-calorie consumption, etc. Smart Outdoor Watch by Pro Trek by Casio-new models WSD-F20 -in orange or black-runs Android Wear 2.0 by Google- (new watch operation system)has energy efficient ...

DADS (and grads) Best Gifts-Gear/Gadgets

via GIPHY source marywinkler.devianart.com Rugged types or in need of creature comforts...no matter the man---here's a bunch of want-its gifts for the Dads (or grads) who get outdoors ... Part One YETI, PELICAN, SOG, KLYMIT YETI's legendary coolers downsize and lighten up with this handsome Hopper  soft cooler (several sizes) made of waterproof /leakproof DRYHIDE™Shell-resists mildew/punctures, inside liner FDA food grade a-ok, Coldwell Insulation™closed cell rubber foam keeps contents cool. Sleek looking too. Pictured with accessory attachment-multi-tool  Molle Zinger  and Yeti Bottle Key...on the Hitchpoint™ Grid can't put a dent (practically) in these handy TRAVEL Tumblers by hauler specialists PELICAN-all fit into 99% of cup holders...come in 22oz and 32oz sizes for big gulpers. High polished 18/8 BPA free stainless steel, copper plated inner wall  and vacuum insulation-keeps liquids hot or cold, comes with spill resistant slide lid. 5 color op...

DADS (and grads)-Best Gifts -Athlete/Street Apparel

SAXX UNDERWEAR, RHONE, ALPHA INDUSTRIES, RYU Apparel, LA SPORTIVA, ORIGINAL PENGUIN, CLOTHING ARTS via GIPHY Cooling looking/wearing performance garb.. . courtesy of the best small label athletic brands deliver wardrobe friendly  separates. Bonus-all are easy care travel pieces -ready for anywhere indoor gyms -and the great outdoors ---PERFECT for the buff or those with Dad bods . (Judgement Free Zone). SAXX Underwear makes every guy's fave briefs-boxers (really BF approved!!!)-smartly branches out into  performance separates for run/training this season. The Kinetic shorts deliver in a bunch of lengths-made of quick drying-fabric w/ some stretch...the inner  breathable supportive micro mesh inner briefs have the signature  BallPark Pouch™...the short sleeve tops (3SIXFIVE or Ultra TRI-BLEND)-classic good looks made of super prima cotton-or super soft feel fabric blend, respectively. RHONE's premium activewear/fitness offerings are stylishly urban...

Road Trip Essentials: Light Kicks For Travel

SAUCONY, SEBAGO. OluKai, OBOZ via GIPHY Lightweight, cushioning,  sport functioning-and lifestyle good looks-there are plenty of worthy choices by dress and athletic brands... that narrow down footwear travel needs to a pair or two. SAUCONY LIFE ON THE RUN. .. lifestyle collection-uses brand's cushioning and long lasting proprietary foam length of the midsole that is long lasting. Pictured-LiteForm delivers July 1, 2017. Insanely lightweight- all day comfort-stretch mesh upper-breathable -and lacing system assures great fit as does footbed inside cards the foot with just enough support...really could do a trail hike, day jog, or sight-seeing journey... in this one kick. Sebago-started out in Maine as the original hand sewn Dockside boat shoes...for Spring- we're loving this Docksides Ariaprene™ (neoprene-like) genuine moccasin construction kick- with non-corrosive nickel free eyelets -  with toggle-elastic bungee closure system for great fit...re imagined water ...

DADs (and grads) Best Gifts

Ahhhh-another gift giving occasion...best ideas for??? Those that add to life's experiences... via GIPHY For the Dad (or guy grad)-that knew Goldman Sachs was going to be a winner no matter who won the election...MEANING-the practical type... We say- skip the fancy labels ...and go for the custom or rugged... PART 1 Customize the signature original Wolverine 1000 Mile Boot - MADE IN THE USA! Men's & Women's available $400...materials, stitching, tongue, footbed, outsole etc-all for unique looks -lifelong wear. Wrangler's limited edition vintage flavored unlined  70th year anniversary Retro Jacket -indigo shade 100% cotton-handsome choice-turn down collar, button up front  and rivet studded pleats. $$110 Obsessed a bit- HydroFlask custom delivers wide mouth or standard-multiple bottle sizes-of double wall stainless steel insulated liquid haulers for hours of hot or cold sipping. See that back shelf-those  are just some of the tones available...