Dads Rock

HELP HIM STAY COOL

WITH TRENDY FATHER’S DAY GIFTS

By Tracy Ellison

This year for Father’s Day, the best presents will be ones Dad can enjoy at home, so choose on-trend gifts that will delight and surprise him. Give wisely and get back in return the satisfaction that you are now dad’s favorite – if only for the day!

GO RETRO

Take Dad on a trip back in time with a retro turntable and let him put needle to vinyl once again. It’s a surefire gift to get his cherished records spinning and inspire memorable music moments from decades past. Get ready for a walk down memory lane, all those oldies are sure to stir up some stories! crateandbarrel.com or nordstrom.com

ALL FIRED UP

Dad loves nothing more than to turn up the heat on his grill. Now he can fire up the fun quickly any day of the week. This compact yet high-quality portable grill serves up the power of a standard grill. The porcelain-enameled cast-iron grates retain heat for even grilling, and it has an easy push-button function to get grilling ASAP. Don’t forget to remind dad to grab his favorite BBQ apron – he may forget in all his excitement. Weber Q1000 Gas Grill, $179, Home Depot.

GOLF MEETS CORNHOLE

Great for the backyard, office or man cave, this fun new game is perfect for the guy who can’t sit still when he’s stuck at home. A mash-up of golf and traditional backyard games like cornhole, it’s a great way for dad to work on his short game before returning to the golf course with his buddies. Comes with two target boards, two heavy-duty chipping mats and six foam practice balls. CHIPPO, $189.95, amazon.com

SMUG MUG

That’s right, this temperature-control smart mug has every right to act a little uppity. Drinks stay perfectly hot and undeniably soothing for up to 1.5 hours on a single battery charge or all day on the charging coaster. Set the exact temperature preferred (between 120-145 degrees Fahrenheit) and forget having to reheat fav beverages all day. He’s going to love this! Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug, $79.95, amazon.com.

GIFT OF COMFORT

Dad is always on the go, so make sure his footwear is comfortable and stylish every step of the way. Marketed as the “world’s most comfortable shoe,” Allbirds sneakers come in a variety of styles and colors – bright and neutral – for dads of all ages. He has been giving you comfort and support your entire life, so why not give the gift of comfort and support to him. Men’s Wool Runners, $95, allbirds.com.

SIGHT AND SOUND

Now he can protect his eyes from UV rays and play his favorite tunes all at once with these high-tech sunglasses. Bose Frames combine Bluetooth headphones with great-looking shades so dad can be the coolest dude walking the dog or working in the backyard. Bose Frames Audio Sunglasses, $199, amazon.com.

DIGITAL PICTURE FRAMES

Now, you can instantly share family moments with grandparents and other loved ones no matter where they are. Send photos or small videos directly to Feelcare photo frames anytime anywhere, and family and friends can cherish those special moments and events within seconds. Feelcare 10-Inch 16GB Wi-Fi Digital Picture Frame, $145.99, amazon.com.

Now he can protect his eyes from UV rays and play his favorite tunes all at once with these high-tech sunglasses.