The Top 10 Presents for Dad

The Top 10 Presents for Dad
By Elaine Pratt, eHow Contributor updated November 15, 2010
2011 Father's Day - June 19th

Finding the perfect gift for a dad can be challenging.
Trying to find the perfect gift for your dad can be difficult. The challenge often lies in finding something for the man who has everything while making sure the gift isn't stereotypical. That means saying no to ties, soap-on-a-rope or handkerchiefs. Fortunately, there are many options to choose from featuring items that fit everyone's budget.

The Universal Television Remote
For about $20, the All for One universal television remote control allows dad to rule the airways from the seat of an armchair. It consolidates up to eight different devices including TV, DVD player, cable or satellite, CD, audio receiver and amplifier...Amazon offer only 14.02!


Oobe Summit Jacket
A new jacket is often a welcome gift and the Oobe Summit Jacket will not only keep him warm, it will keep him dry as well. With a price tag of about $140, this Oobe Summit Jacket with DuPont HytrelTM film - Soft jacket with DuPont Hytrel membrane for waterproof, windproof and breathable performance. Jacket has 12.0 oz., 96/4 Polyester/Spandex with HytrelTM membrane, windflap chin guard, stand-up collar, side pockets, velcro cuff closures, and inside back half-moon yoke...Amazon offer only $93.95!


Remote Controlled Flying Helicopter
For the dad who's young at heart, the Brookstone remote control helicopter may put a smile on his face. It can remain airborne for approximately 20 minutes and only costs about $30.
A Blast fo Fly, May 20, 2011
By Stephen S. Green "Create a world where everyo... (Sebastopol, Ca, USA)
This review is from: Syma S107/S107G R/C Helicopter - Blue (Toy)
I have 3 helicopters and this one I fly the most. It is easy to fly and like most of the micro copters you can land it anywhere, even in your hand. The education value is the learning how air affects the plane. You have ground affects that can make it a little touchy to fly. But overall an outstanding value, for children 13 and up...Amazon offer only $24.95 down from list price $129.99!


Apple iPod Touch
For dads who like gadgets and music, consider the iPod Touch, which allows the owner to download tunes, watch movies, check emails and play games for about $400. This is newest model 4th Generation 64GB capacity for about 16,000 songs, 80,000 photos, or 80 hours of video and Up to 40 hours of audio playback or 7 hours of video playback on a single charge...Amazon offer only $369.99!


Custom Bobblehead
Dads with a great sense of humor might enjoy their own customized bobblehead. Simply send a picture of dad off to Whoopass Enterprises and they'll get to work to create a custom bobblehead with dad's face also can even design your own body from scratch with a custom head-to-toe doll for about $105.


Classic Ring Toss Game
Priced at about $40, this classic backyard game tests hand-eye coordination as players try to toss a ring onto a short pole...Amazon offer only $35.47!


Outback Steakhouse Gift Card - For $50


Always good!
My whole family loves Outback so what better way to give a gift! I gave this card to my nephew and his wife for a night out and they were very grateful, cuz they LOVE IT!!!!
Published 3 months ago by ljmintx

outback gift
My parents loved it. They could use it at several different restaurants all of which they love and there is no activation fee!
Published 4 months ago by Barbara L. Garrett

It's Outback, you can't go wrong!
I didn't have the delay issues that others had. I ordered several gift cards from Amazon, all arrived in days and were correct. As for Outback, it's steak, done right.
Published 4 months ago by Tony H


Levitating Globe - (8" Blue)

The desktop levitating globe relies on magnetic energy to hold it in place. With options for personalization, this gift runs about $79.95. Fascinations designs product to illustrate many magical aspects of our world. Witness for the first time stable levitation of an object using only an electromagnetic base located below the object. Your object will levitate even if the base is turned on its side or upside down. People wont believe that its possible until they see it for themselves. Objects continuously revolve in space inspiring wonder and amazement.



NFL Team Toaster
The dad who's a sports enthusiast is sure to love The NFL Team Toaster. For about $40 or less, this gift will leave a permanent imprint of the team's logo on every piece of toast.
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Travel Tote Gift Basket

For about $70, the travel tote gift basket contains two gifts in one. Not only does it include a wide variety of useful toiletries for use on trips, it's all packed in a sturdy travel bag.


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