Father's Day Gifts He'll Actually Enjoy
June 17, 2006 — -- If you haven't bought your gift yet for Father's Day, you've still got time. Here are some really fun and original ideas from "Good Morning America" tech guru Becky Worley. So forget the cuff links this year, because here are some gifts that dad will truly enjoy.
Izod G-Fresh Anti-Fungal Golf Shirts, $55
It's hot, it's muggy, but Dad still manages to play 18 holes of golf in the sweltering heat. Izod has a new line of good looking golf shirts that do something nice for Dad, and do something nice for those who love Dad. G-Cool fabric keeps moisture away from your skin and has SPF-40 protection. Not only will Dad be less smelly, but he will also be protected from damaging sun rays!
Club Champ Kooler Klub, $29.99
Dad must get thirsty out there on the golf course -- not like that would ever stop him from spending hours out on the green. But he'll thank you for the Club Champ Kooler Klub, which is a drink dispenser and cooler that looks like a regular gold club. The Kooler Klub holds 48 ounces of any hot or cold beverage and features an easy-pump dispenser.
The One Minute Drink Chiller by Hammacher Schlemmer, $99.95
This amazingly fast drink chiller, which cools down cans and bottles of beer, soda, and wine 90 times faster than the fridge and 40 times faster than the freezer, looks like a sleek space-age toaster. Plus, it comes with a 12-volt car adapter so it's perfect for tailgating or road trips.
Gorilla Pod by Joby, $24.95
Ever notice how Dad isn't in any of the family pictures? That's because he's taking the photos. The Gorrilla-Pod may help to get Dad in the picture too. It's an incredibly versatile tripod that is easy to carry and hooks onto almost any surface. Now we just need to teach him how to use the timer on the camera.
Wego Flying Kite from Sports Stuff, $599
Tubing meets parasailing! Tow-behind boat floats are boring compared to this flying tow-behind raft -- which actually leaves the water and lets you fly behind the boat. Some dads will want to ride on it, while others may have more fun just driving the boat.
S.Beat MP3 Swiss Army Knife by Victorinox, $215
Dad might not be ready for an iPod, but there is a gentler way to introduce him to digital music. This gadget from Victorinox includes an MP3 player in a traditional Swiss Army knife. So, Dad can file his nails and listen to music. The player can be removed from the knife body in a single step, so Dad can take the player on an airplane and enjoy music on the flight.
Personalized Branding Iron by After 5, $49
If your dad is king of the grill, then he will love branding the meat with his initials. This gadget will make your dad love grilling even more, if such a thing is even possible.