I don’t like to generalize, but it’s notoriously difficult to find a Father’s Day gift that fits the position of a father in our lives. I spent years shopping with anxiety to back up that theory. I wandered the aisles of golf pro shops and perused the small boutique corners for men. (You know the place. There’s almost always a book on whiskey and a Pendleton blanket.) We polled our thoughtful team for Father’s Day gifts.
Find unique gift ideas (and some of our hottest gifts) for dads of all kinds, from sneakerheads to stylish home cooks to REI hard-working men.
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Adventurers
He is ready for anything and ready to go off-grid. Luckily, he doesn’t have to, but he can look cool in the great outdoors.

gift ideas for active people father
For him, “dad” has a completely different meaning. The Father’s Day gift below will please him more than walking 10,000 steps on his Fitbit.
Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Music Lovers
Did he ever poetically describe an old concert? Is he treating his car like a karaoke machine? Was he showing off his record collection before it was cool yet? If you answered yes to any or all of the above, congratulations! You are a father who loves music. Below, find a Father’s Day gift for him that he’ll love and appreciate.

Father’s Day Gift Ideas for the Aesthetically Sensitive
No one has blended form and function like him. Give your father something as thoughtful as he did.
Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Home Chefs
He may not be wearing a Kiss the Cook apron, but he doesn’t have to. His grilling skills are legendary, Cocktails are garnering accolades around the world (or at least worldwide). This year, give him a little something to spice up his favorite domain.

Gift ideas for sneakerheads father
Has he ever stood in line for stadium merchandise?does he buy anything that is sold in kiss?Let’s gift sneaker fanatic Brittany from our resident wife. He will go crazy for his Father’s Day gift.