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8 great Father’s Day gift ideas for every kind of dad

Shopping for awesome Father's Day gifts? Here's what dads love!

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If you’re shopping for your dad or helping your kids shop for theirs, skip the tie and sock section because he doesn’t need more of those. We’ve got awesome Father’s Day gift ideas for those dads who seem to have everything. The key to finding the ideal Father’s Day gift is to stick to those hobbies Dad loves best, whether it’s sports, backyard grilling, or Star Wars collectibles. Pair that special gift with a cool outing, and you’ve got the perfect Father’s Day present.

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Best Father’s Day gifts

Before heading out to the mall or going online to order a Father’s Day gift, take a moment to think. Focus on what your dad really enjoys doing. Is he a weekend sports dad going to games or is he the resident grill master? We’ve got awesome Father’s Day gifts for all types of super cool dads.

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Baseball dad

If the dad you’re shopping for is the ultimate baseball fan and has patiently stood on the sidelines or been watching you play since T-ball, a personalized baseball mount will be a treasured gift. The baseball-themed block mount is available in different sizes. All the kids’ names can be printed on the baseballs. This will look great next to all of the kids’ baseball trophies.

Soccer dad

Soccer dads have been on the sidelines through all kinds of weather. Make his time at games and those long tournament days extra cozy with an ALPHA CAMP sturdy canopy lounge chair. Dad will truly appreciate the sunshade on sunny and rainy days. This chair features a cup holder and is great for the beach and camping trips, too.

Star Wars dad

Okay, so May the Fourth has passed, and Darth Vader certainly would never have been voted Father of the Year, but you can celebrate your Star Wars-loving dad with a Darth Vader Father of the Year shirt. It’s available in an array of colors and comes in different designs featuring the best father in the galaxy.

Hockey dad

If the dad you’re shopping for faithfully gets up with your rink rats to get that early morning, late evening, or whenever there’s ice time, he deserves something super cozy to keep himself warm in those subzero rinks. CQR’s thermal fleece pullover is sure to keep Dad warm and snuggly all year long, whether he’s coaching from the bench or watching behind the glass.

Tech dad

Is your dad online for the newest Apple devices? Okay, so you are shopping for a tech dad. Chances are he’s got all the hot and trendy tech stuff hot off the presses. So, how about a binary clock from CafePress? Binary is the language computers speak, and wouldn’t a binary clock make a unique gift for your technology-loving dad?

Grill master dad

You’ve been chopped! Well, no, not really, but if Dad is addicted to the Food Network and would love to have Guy Fieri on speed dial, then a grill-related gift is in order. The Cuisinart CGS-W13 set is sure to please. The set comes complete with 13 pieces, and the grilling tools feature wooden handles. Personalize the handles with a special message for Dad using paint markers.

Fisherman dad

Would Dad rather be fishing? Then he will thank you every time he uses Swiss Ascent’s fishing multitool. This multipurpose tool works as a hook remover, scale scraper, tape measure, bait cutter, flashlight, knife, scissors, weight scale, bottle opener, and foldable stand. Now, how cool is that?

Outdoor dad

Does your dad love being in the great outdoors? Do most vacations revolve around a national park or a new hiking trail? Then, he will really love a copy of America’s Best Day Hikes: Spectacular Single-Day Hikes Across the States. Be prepared though! He’ll definitely be planning some fun family road trips after reading this.

Little girl and her dad celebrating

Awesome Father’s Day gifts

Shopping for the dad who has everything. No problem. The secret to finding a Father’s Day gift Dad will love is to think outside the tie and sock box. If the dad you’re shopping for is a baseball, hockey, or soccer dad, we’ve got Father’s Day gift ideas that score. Reel in our Father’s Day gift suggestion for dads who love to fish, and a Star Wars-themed Father of the Year shirt will not cause a disturbance in the Force.

We’ve even got something for those tech-loving dads who probably have all the hottest gadgets and the dad who loves exploring the great outdoors. Celebrate dads this year with Father’s Day gifts that go beyond the usual.

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