Fashion and Function: 5 Ways to Dress Dad for the Outdoors

When it comes time to giving Dad a gift, don’t give the same old boring gifts like ties and paperweights. Most dads will appreciate something a little more practical. Many men love to spend time outdoors, so here is a guide to five of the best gifts that any father who likes to be outdoors will enjoy.

5. Outdoor Research Gradient Hat

It doesn’t matter how good the coat is if there isn’t a good hat to go along with it. A good winter hat will bottle in the heat and keep Dad toasty on the coldest winter’s day. This amazing hat from Outdoor Research is both stylish and functional. It is made from the warmest wool and has a fleece liner to protect the ears from bitter winds.

4. Browning Full Curl Merino Wool Base Layer

Made from the warmest merino wool, these long johns are a great base layer to keep outdoorsmen warm even when the temperature dips below zero. Merino wool is very soft and easy to clean, making it the perfect material for a base layer item of clothing.

3. Seiko 5 Automatic Sports Watches

The highly versatile Seiko 5 comes in a wide variety of styles that will suit dads of all stripes. The common features of all the Seiko 5 models are high-quality construction, rugged durability, and a great look. The Seiko 5 automatic sports watches come with both metal and nylon straps to look great both out in the woods and in the boardroom. They have a very visible watch face that allows someone on the go to quickly check the time while they are hiking through the woods.

2. Patagonia Stretch Ascent Jacket

This is a jacket that was designed for climbing mountains, but it is a great product that any outdoorsman will be glad to have. The weatherproof outer shell will keep a man dry during the worst storms, and the warm inner layer offers loads of insulation without adding much weight. This is a jacket that looks great and will keep a man warm in the worst weather.

1. KEEN Newport H2

Keen is an Oregon shoe company that is fast gaining a reputation as one of the best manufacturers of outdoor footwear. The Newport H2 is one of their most rugged models. It is like a shoe crossed with a sandal. It offers the open-air comfort of a sandal combined with the durable sole and rubber toe cap of a quality shoe.