Many of us owe our passion for adventure and the outdoors to our fathers. This Father's Day, what better way to celebrate dad's role in stoking that fire than to fuel his own? The followingcuratedgifts—everything from wooden sunglasses and inflatableSUPsto a minimalist's fly-fishing kit and an electric motorcycle—will do just that.
Motoped Cruzer
I’m not exactly a handy guy. Though I compulsively readZen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Robert M. Pirsig’s 1974 existential juggernaut about working through life’s philosophicalcon-undrumswhile tending to the ailments of an old bike, my fascination never translated into practical knowledge. I can’t even change the oil, let alone replace a carburetor. But the mere sight of an engine triggers some primal urge to pick up a wrench and tinker with it.
That’s rarely a good idea, unless we’re talking about theMotopedCruzer. Designed to replicate classic motorcycles from the early20thcentury, theCruzercombines a mountain-bike frame with a49ccengine and adds retro details like wood fenders and a leather saddle. The best part: you can assemble it yourself in a long weekend. (You’ll need a Phillips screwdriver, a metric socket set, Allen wrenches, a hacksaw, and a small favor froma buddy with a steering-headset press.)
The results may looklike something out of Mad Max, but this bike is built for beach missions. The Cruzer’s tank holds 1.3 gallons, enough to travel 150 miles, and it tops out at 24 miles per hour. Best of all, you don’t have to use the engine; you can rip up and down your favorite coastal roads looking for the perfect beach break, then cut the motor and pedal the bike right onto the sand.
From $3,249,
Hydro Flask True Pint
No Father’s Day celebration is complete without a tall,cool frosty beverage, which is why the Hydro Flaskis the perfect gift for that thirsty man in your life.
Thisspecially engineered, vacuum-insulatedglass keeps alayer of air between the hand holding the glass and what's inside, helping ensure beer stays cold to the last drop. Astainless steel interior washes clean after use so thatyour beverage won't be affected by thetasteof drinks past.Hydro Flask also engineered the lipof the True Pint to resemble theedge and feel of a traditional Englishpint glass.
The Hydro Flask True Pint, at less than $25, is so cheap that you should gettwo: one foryour father and one for you to raise a glass together.
$22,
Lululemon MWB Jacket
Lululemon, the company that practically invented the woman's yoga pant, has sincelearned a thing or two aboutmenswear. Take the, one of our favorite commuter, do-it-all jackets. Blending business-casualstyle with moisture-wicking, rain-shedding properties, it will help dad look good on the go without the need to change when he gets there.
It’s made out of Lululemon’s trademarkedWarpstreamefabric, which means it's lightweight,durable, andwater-resistant for rainy-day commutes.It even has zippered vents in the backthat dump heat in a hurry.
ճLululemonMWB Jacket has its business in the front with three buttons, pockets, and a straight collar,which add a nice touch of style for either that Sunday brunch or client presentation.
$298,
Sea to Summit X-Set 31
If your dad is a guy who actually enjoys firing up a family meal after a long hike, check out Sea to Summit's five-piece stackable cooking set.
ճpotsare built from hard-anodized aluminum basesthat can withstand camp-stove flames as well as a good beating up and down the mountain,and a flexible siliconeupper that saves space. Collapse them after the meal'sfinished andnest them with other X Series cookware.
The Sea to Summit X-Set 31 comes with a 2.8-liter pot, two bowls, andtwo mugs.
$105,
Miir Payette Commuter Bike
Believe it or not, your father was once a child. To spark his memories of those days,splurge on theMiir.
This elegantsinglespeedbikecomes in four sizes, with aflip-flop hub which allows the rider the option of riding fixed or free. It also comes standard with35-spoke wheels,25mmtires, and a supple steel frame.
The best part?For every bikeMiirsells, the company donates anotherto a person in need either in the U.S. or Africa.
$499,
Flowfold Traveler
One of the strongest wallets on the market, theFlowfold, also happens to be one of the lightest.
ճtrifoldTraveler Wallet is made from the same material that goes into high-end racing sails: Kevlar fiber. Empty, it weighs 1.1 ounces, but it'sroomy enough to hold the essentialswithsix pockets for credit cards, one transparent slot forID, and a large pocket for cash. Need more space? It also has five additional pockets, three of which are hidden.It’s so light it floats—a double bonus for those who spend time a lot of time on the water.
With theFlowfoldTraveler Wallet, dad'srear pocketwill thank you.
$30,
Urchin Sky Kniper
Help dadlet offsteam every once in a while with theUrchin Sky—a 13-inch throwing knife that can also be used as amultitool.
ճKniperis good for chucking, sure. But beyond that, nearly every surface and edge of thehigh-carbon stainless steel blade and handlecan be used for something. All told, there are 22 tools—from a Phillips-head screwdriver to a saw to a wire stripper. It even comes with a sundial printed on the outside of a universalhexhole.
If daddoesn’t like it, then ask him to give it to you.
$145,
Skullcandy Grind Headphones
Goodnews: For $60 you can treat that audiophile father in your life with theSkullcandyheadphones.
Besides deliveringquality sound, the headphonesare built to fit wellthanks toplush foamearpadsand lightweight headband. And unlike many headphones with their jumbled and frayed cords, these have a detachable cable for easy storage.ճSkullcandyGrind headphones also havean on-ear button that lets the wearer take calls or cycle through music.
$60,
Tucker & Bloom North to South Messenger
In the none-too-distant past, China was thedefactohome of manufacturing. Not any longer. More and more companiesare choosing to make their products in the U.S., and that includes theTucker & Bloom.
The North to South Messenger Bagfeatures an outer layer ofwaxed, water-resistant canvas. It'll protectelectronics during inclement weatherand,with a13.5-inchopening, it's big enough to hold most laptops, along with asmartphone, batteries, and cords in its specially designed side pocket. A removable cross strap comes in handy when bikingto work, and leather trim dresses up this otherwise casual bag for office or weekend use.
But the best thing?The Tucker & Bloom North to South Messenger bagwasdesigned andmade by thefather and son team of Case and David Bloom, who started the company together and continue to work shoulder to shoulder in theirNashville factory. The pair guarantees their bags for life.
$250,
Tenkara USA Sato Kit
Short on space? Try theTenkaraUSA, which ditches the traditional fly reel to cut down on clutter.
For under $300, the minimalist kit comes with one Sato triple-zoom rod that collapses down to22 inches, but can expand in three lengths, depending on the size of the stream your dad wants to fish. It also contains a keeper with 15 feetof line, atippet, three flies, forceps, and nippers—everything he needs for a few hours on the river.
Along with its compact size, theTenkaroUSA Sato Kit is also lightweight, with the rodweighing2.6 ounces.
$259,
Filson Leather Notebook Cover and Notebook
In this Digital Age of ours, the concept ofsitting down with a pen in hand to writeon real paper (gasp!) may seem silly and oldfashioned. But people who think that way likely don't have aFilsonto scribble their thoughts in.
This elegant, leather-bound notebook with an oil finish measures 9-by-11 inches and is.
It comes in three colors (cognac, dark brown, and natural),and has a pen-holder tab as well as two slot pockets inside to hold lose paper or photos. Get one of these for your dad and you might get something special in return. Likethenext great American novel.
$185,
Stumptown Coffee Roasters Nitro Cold Brew Coffee
Dad doesn’t have to be a coffee snob to get a buzz fromStumptownCoffee Roasterscoffee. Wrapped in an aluminum can, this thing looks more like a beer than a delicious caffeine-delivery device.
But there’s a reason for the pop-top can. The Portland, Oregon-basedStumptownCoffee Roasters have cold brewed 11 ounces of black-and-tan goodness for 12 hours and then injected the mixturewith nitrogen. That infusion creates a foam similar to that ofaGuinessbeer when you pour the creamy, smoothcoffee into a glass.
StumptownCoffee RoastersNitro Cold Brewcoffee is tasty enough to prove that a good cup of coffee can come from a can.
$5,
Reactor Titan Watch
The Reactorwatch is the Fort Knox of timepieces.
Its core is fashioned out of316L-gaugestainless steel,while apolymer shell coats the analog watch’s exterior.The face is madewithReactor’s Never Dark technology, which combines a Swiss material known asSuperluminovawith tritium toglow in the dark. It also comes in three colors, includingblack, orange, and flat-dark earth.
The goal: Reactor wanted to make a watch that could withstandbeing shot at witha .22 or the jaws of a300-pound bull shark. With the Titan, theysucceeded.
$500,
Ray-Ban Clubmaster Wood Sunglasses
Your dad probably watchedMiami Viceback in the1980s. If so, get him a pair of Ray-Bansunglasses,whichwill have him looking andfeeling like Sonny Crockett.
A variant of Ray-Ban’s long-runningClubmastercollection, they get their name from the wood that'sused in the glasses'bridge.Choose from walnut, maple, or cherry.
The bridge on the Ray-BanClubmasterWood sunglasses is treated and lined to protect them from surf and sand. Dad's optometrist can even switch the lenses for his prescription for use indoor and out.
$300,