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Father’s Day only comes around once a year, and it’s the perfect time to show the dads in your life what they mean to you. We know how difficult it can be to shop for these types of occasions, so we wanted to put together a list of gift ideas based on what we’re planning to get our dads this year (or what we’re hoping to get ourselves). Hopefully we can spark some ideas for what you can gift your dad this year, too.
Ego Power+ Self-Propelled Lawn Mower LM2102SP (batteries and charger included) – $499
Editor-In-Chief, Greg Migliore: “I did a lot of research before purchasing this lawn mower. It consistently rates at or near the top of most reviewers’ lists for best electric lawn mowers, and it’s a decent value for the capability. Wirecutter, for example, lists the LM2102SP as its the second-best pick among electric lawn mowers, but it’s the same thing as the top pick, with fewer features. You won’t miss them, and this one’s considerably cheaper.
Ego’s LM2102SP is a self-propelled electric lawn mower that’s highly capable, has a strong battery life and is attractive to boot. I was pleasantly surprised by the LM2102SP’s cutting power. It’s better than the venerable gas models that I gave away. I can also cut the front and back on a single charge — the 56-volt battery delivers on the promise of 60 minutes of run time. Other cool things: It’s super easy to raise and lower the deck, depending on how short you want your grass, and the self-propelled power is adjustable so you can slow down in tight places. If you’re looking to upgrade to an electric mower for Father’s Day, this is a solid pick.”
Jetboil Flash Cooking System – $107.65 (6% off)
Senior Producer, Chris McGraw: “I’ve done a few cross country road trips in my car, and nothing gets rid of a crappy night’s sleep like a strong cup of coffee in the morning. Sometimes the campsite is nowhere near a coffee shop, so boiling your own water and making your own pour-over is the best (and only) option. That’s where the Jetboil Flash Cooking System comes in. It can boil water in under two minutes so you have caffeine in your veins as quickly as possible without having to build a fire. It also works great if your dinner is a dehydrated meal.
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GOOLOO 4000A Peak Car Jump Starter – $169.99 (23% off)
Producer, Amr Sayour: “I like this thing because it’s basically a must-have gadget in your car. Charge your phone, use it as a flashlight, and of course, charge up your car’s battery when no one is around! Why wouldn’t you get this essential piece of automotive tech for your dad?”
Osprey Poco LT Lightweight Child Carrier Backpack – $254.75
Senior Editor, West Coast, James Riswick: “A Babybjorn like this may be great for bringing your tiny one out on outdoor adventures with you, but eventually, they’ll start getting heavy enough that your back starts to ache … and their legs keep smacking you in the thighs when going uphill (or other more sensitive areas). Ask me how I know! Well, I turned to this Osprey Poco LT Lightweight Child Carrier Backpack and it’s been a sensational buy. It’s described as a good choice for those with less extreme hiking plans, which definitely describes my plans. Not only is it far more comfortable for me to wear, my son is far more comfortable too in his little princely throne (with pop-up sunshade no less).
I also love the ample storage it provides and the ability to add an Osprey water bag. Besides hiking, I’ve found this is a great tool for airport travel, as it easily replaces a stroller and serves double duty as a carry on for my stuff. And if you’re wondering how compact it gets, my Poco LT has made a few cameo appearances in my Luggage Tests, including this one for the Subaru BRZ.“
Amazon Prime (12 months) – $139
Production Manager, Eddie Sabatini: “This year I’m going to gift my father a 12-month Amazon Prime membership. The current Amazon Prime membership pricing is $14.99 per month or $139 per year. If you’re already a Prime member but hadn’t yet noticed, yes, membership costs have gone up. On February 18, 2022, price increases Prime membership plans went into effect. For more information, head to this Amazon Prime Price Change page.
If you don’t want to spend $139, remember that you don’t need to have an Amazon Prime membership to use Prime Video. For $8.99 per month you can gift access to award-winning Prime originals like “The Grand Tour” and “Bosch.” Also, Thursday Night Football will stream live on Prime Video this year starting September 15th of the 2022 season. I’m opting to gift the full membership this year because I’ve finally convinced my parents that they can safely/securely purchase items from the internet. I think home delivery of certain everyday essentials will help them out, and even at $139/year there is still value to be had.”
Meta Quest 2 Advanced All-In-One Virtual Reality Headset 128GB – $299
Multimedia Producer, Erik Maier: “The Meta Quest 2 (formerly Oculus Quest 2) VR headset is one of those things that you have to experience to truly understand. Yes, yes, I can hear the commenters saying, ‘Zuckerberg is evil and the future is looking like it’s going to be a dystopian hellscape,’ I get it. But if we’re going to be further forced into the tragedy that is late-stage capitalism, then we might as well take advantage of the cool things it offers, and VR headsets have got to be some of the coolest things out there right now. The first time I showed my headset to my dad, he was blown away. With this, from your living room, you can golf 18 holes, sit passenger-side in an F1 race car, go on kayaking trips through the Antarctic and more. It’s a great option for being able to ‘experience’ things that might be too costly or too difficult to experience in-the-flesh. So for that reason, I’ll be picking one of these up for my dad this year, so we can golf together whenever we want, even when miles away.”
