June 06, 2012Father’s Day: Outdoor gear gifts for men, real men

Father's Day is a good chance to reflect on real masculinity. None of this watching sports on TV or driving a fast car. Real masculinity is being rugged and self-reliant; being a leader, responsible for others' well-being. These are also attributes we associate with the outdoor world. We believe nothing ties in a father's qualities like fine outdoor gear. We've made a selection to help you find the best gift for the admirable man you call Dad.

1. Lowa Men's Baffin Pro
2. MSR DragonFly Stove
3. MSR Fuel Bottle 20oz
4. Arcteryx Men's Theta AR Jacket
5. Gregory Men's Baltoro 65
6. Black Diamond Spot Headlamp
7. Opinel Classic Stainless Steel #10 Blade
8. Counter Assault Big Bear Spray with Holster 12 OZ

9. Le Naked Lunch Duck Smoked Meat
10. GSI Outdoors Stainless Leather Flask 6 OZ
11. Leki Corklite Aergon SpeedLock AS
12. Klean Kanteen 27oz Reflect Mirror Finish
13. Oakley Deviation - Light - Black Iridium Polarized
14. Suunto Elementum Terra
15. Sea to Summit X-Bowl
16. Black Diamond Apollo Lantern