Father’s Day 2012 Gift Guide

☛ The 15 Gifts Your Old Man Needs This Year

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad

It's a bluetooth keyboard. It's a protective aluminum case. It's a versatile portrait or landscape stand. It's your dad's new favorite traveling companion.

Online at amazon.com, $100

  1. Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad
    Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad
    Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad
    It's a bluetooth keyboard. It's a protective aluminum case. It's a versatile portrait or landscape stand. It's your dad's new favorite traveling companion.
    Online at amazon.com, $100
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007PRHNHO/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nettbythewe00-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B007PRHNHO
  2. BASEBALL BAT BOTTLE OPENERS BASEBALL BAT BOTTLE OPENERS
    BASEBALL BAT BOTTLE OPENERS
    Baseball Bat Bottle Openers
    Never thanked the man who taught you to play catch? Each of these openers is carved from a game bat used by his favorite MLB team.
    Online at uncommongoods.com, $85-$125.
    http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=NcQTm3Rf8UY&subid=&offerid=54404.1&type=10&tmpid=319&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.uncommongoods.com%252Fproduct%252Fbaseball-bat-bottle-openers
  3. Stake Stake
    Stake
    Stake
    A grilling dad's secret weapon: The fork is in the spatula, which is in the tongs -- all of which is already in his hand.
    Online at quirky.com, $30.
    http://www.quirky.com/products/87-Stake-BBQ-Tool
  4. Sugru Sugru
    Sugru
    Sugru
    If WD-40 can unsqueak anything, this air-curing rubber can unbreak pretty much anything. Handy, man.
    Online at amazon.com, $20
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007QD8I58/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nettbythewe00-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B007QD8I58
  5. Garmin Approach S1 Garmin Approach S1
    Garmin Approach S1
    Garmin Approach® S1
    Save Dad from angrily breaking clubs with a GPS watch that always knows how far to the next pin. It even comes preloaded with over 13,000 courses.
    Online at golfgalaxy.com, $199.
    http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-4317418-10428965?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.golfgalaxy.com%2FAPPRCHS1WATCHGPS%2FProduct%3Fkey_id%3DAPPRCHS1WATCHGPS_CJ&cjsku=APPRCHS1WATCHGPS
  6. Chief for Men Energizing Face Wash Chief for Men Energizing Face Wash
    Chief for Men Energizing Face Wash
    Chief for Men Energizing Face Wash
    This ginseng-, eucalyptus-, and menthol-infused face wash should wake Dad up. If it doesn't, download the CHIEFS Alarm Clock app that can only be turned off by scanning the bottle.
    Online at amazon.com, $17
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005Z25BNO/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nettbythewe00-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B005Z25BNO
  7. Camp Chef Outdoor Oven Camp Chef Outdoor Oven
    Camp Chef Outdoor Oven
    Camp Chef Outdoor Oven
    More than one cook in the kitchen might spoil the broth, but more than one way to cook manly foods in a portable package is just camping done right.
    Online at Amazon.com, $182.
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013LLSZG/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nettbythewe00-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0013LLSZG
  8. Roku Streaming Box Roku Streaming Box
    Roku Streaming Box
    Roku Streaming Box
    It's time to introduce Dad to the age of streaming media. This tiny box allows effortless access to Netflix, HBO Go, Pandora, and other services right through the TV.
    Online at roku.com, $50-$100.
    http://gan.doubleclick.net/gan_click?lid=41000613802221099&pubid=21000000000534913
  9. Bamboo Stylus for iPad Bamboo Stylus for iPad
    Bamboo Stylus for iPad
    Bamboo Stylus for iPad
    Maybe dad still has a flip phone. Maybe he just doesn't think smartphones should be smarter than their operators. Maybe he just has big fingers. This will help him acclimate.
    Online at amazon.com, $28.
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VM0SE6/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nettbythewe00-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B004VM0SE6
  10. Tube-Wringer Tube-Wringer
    Tube-Wringer
    Tube-Wringer
    Dad taught you the value of a buck. This is a witty (and pretty darn useful) way of showing him you took his lessons to heart.
    Online at uncommongoods.com, $22.
    http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=NcQTm3Rf8UY&subid=&offerid=54404.1&type=10&tmpid=319&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.uncommongoods.com%252Fproduct%252Ftube-wringer
  11. Bialetti Mini Express 2-Cup Stovetop Percolator Bialetti Mini Express 2-Cup Stovetop Percolator
    Bialetti Mini Express 2-Cup Stovetop Percolator
    Bialetti Mini Express 2-Cup Stovetop Percolator
    Even if Pop struggles with hot dogs or spaghetti, he'll still be able to contribute some top-notch espresso to the dessert course.
    Online at amazon.com, $28.
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000NJHN30/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nettbythewe00-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000NJHN30
  12. Duffy's Brew Original Beer Shampoo Duffy's Brew Original Beer Shampoo
    Duffy's Brew Original Beer Shampoo
    Duffy's Brew Original Beer Shampoo
    Beer people know Elysian Brewing Company's Dragonstooth Stout is extra tasty, but it turns out it's also great for restoring vitamins and body to dad's hair.
    Online at amazon.com, $16
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0047YPMPI/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=nettbythewe00-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0047YPMPI
  13. Logitech Harmony Link Logitech Harmony Link
    Logitech Harmony Link
    Logitech Harmony Link
    Plug this tiny hub into your Wi-Fi network then use the matching apps to turn your iDevice or Android into a universal TV and stereo remote.
    Online at logitech.com, $100.
    http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-4317418-10641461?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.logitech.com%2Fen-us%2F1225%2F8439
  14. Arkiv Field Pack Arkiv Field Pack
    Arkiv Field Pack
    Arkiv Field Pack
    Whether he's off to work for the day or camping for a month, this modular backpack covers the bases. Tool pocket? Yep. Laptop case? Of course. The kitchen sink? Up to him.
    Online at missionworkshop.com, $18 and up.
    http://missionworkshop.com/products/arkiv-system-bags/configure-your-field-pack.php
  15. Fresh Balls Fresh Balls
    Fresh Balls
    Fresh Balls
    He was willing to have "the talk" with you; now it's your turn to have "the talk" with him. Or just silently present this and immediately change the subject.
    Online at amazon.com, $33
    http://www.amazon.com/So-Fresh-Dry-Balls-3pack/dp/B005DJ2FMO/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=nettbythewe00-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325
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