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Kelly's Klicks: Father's Day Gifts 2006


Q. As always, I have absolutely no idea what to get my Dad or my husband for Father's Day. Why are men SO hard to shop for!?! Got any ideas?

A. Trying to think of a non-tie gift for Daddy Dearest this Father's Day? I've dug around and unearthed some of the coolest gifts you can give (and easily buy in a click online), whether your budget allows you to splurge or you're in must-save mode. So whether Pops or your darling hubby is a new dad, an old pro or something in between, you're sure to find him a fab Father's Day gift this year. Check out these picks below.

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For The Sporty Dad

Splurge: For the dad who can't get enough ESPN, why not take him out to the ballgame? Head to ticketmaster.com where you can browse by sport and zip code and score Dad tix to his favorite team's next game (prices vary). This gift is a surefire homerun, made even better if you score yourself a ticket too and go with him. Peanuts and crackerjacks anyone? Or, if he's into golf and you want to get him something that's not par for the course, surprise him with a Green Friendly Golf leather belt with built-in divot tool (it's good for the green, plus it'll knock the socks off oh his golfing buddies). Score the Country Club Golf Belt online at brooksbrothers.com ($73.50).

Save: Whether he's a spectator or a player, Dad needs something to tote his cool beverages in so he can stay hydrated in style. The Six-Pack BYO Bag is just the ticket. It holds six 12 oz. bottles or cans of water, soda, beer or whatever Dad's favorite libation, plus it's made of neoprene, which keeps beverages cooler longer and prevents them from banging around. Score one at wishingfish.com ($19.99).




For The Well-Groomed Dad

Splurge: For the guy who desires a perfect shave every time, the Deluxe 3x Fog-Free Shower Mirror is a winning gift. Featuring a standard mirror on one side and a 3x magnification mirror on the other, the shower mirror also comes with a waterproof clip-on light so he'll never miss a spot (water flows through it, guaranteeing it's fog-freeness). Pick one up at sharperimage.com ($99.95).

Save: Give Dad a break from the generic budget shaving cream he normally nabs at the local supermarket by treating him to some old-fashioned sophistication instead. An Amenity badger brush and shaving cream will let him have the closest shave in the coolest way possible. Available at getamenity.com ($39).



For The Music-Loving Dad

Splurge: For the Dad who already has an iPod, but craves a more simplified way to get the music from his CDs onto it other than having to fiddle with his computer, the iLoad CD-to-iPod Music Transfer System is the solution. It's the first device that allows you to load a CD directly onto any type of docking iPod in minutes without the need for a computer or Internet connection. Small enough to pack in a suitcase, backpack, or briefcase, the system is lightweight and easy to use, simplifying digital music transfer at home, at the office, or when traveling without access to a computer, and there is no software to install - hallelujah. Score it for Pops at hammacher.com ($249.95).

Save: If Dad is the kind to blast the TV, then consider this a gift to yourself as well. Sony RF Wireless Headphones let him listen to music or watch the tube while other family members read quietly, sleep or chat on the phone. The headphones have a 150-ft. transmission range so Dad can even rock out or listen to the game while he's doing yard work or skimming the pool. What's extra cool is that no batteries are required since the headphones recharge automatically on their cradle when not in use. Get some for Dad (and you) at homedepot.com ($99.99).





For The New Dad

Splurge: Is this Dad's first Father's Day? If so, give him the gift of his masculinity by treating him to a very manly diaper bag. The Diaper Dude (the kind Brad Pitt totes around) comes in camo, black, brown, grey or blue, and is adorned with dragons, peace signs, guitars and the like at diaperdude.com ($55-$112). Or give him a cool one by SKIP*HOP, like the Expo, which hangs neatly on a stroller and can be worn over the shoulder. It comes in charcoal, red, black blue camo and olive at skiphop.com ($68).

Save: One of the coolest ideas we've seen in a long time, Shutterfly's digital photo books let you create a keepsake book that tells your story in photos, text, themed borders and more. Choose from hardcover or softcover, leather, satin or suede at shutterfly.com ($29.99+). This will surely touch his heart and is something he'll be excited about making more of for all the great years and memories to come (think baby's first birthday party, family vacations, graduations, sniff, sniff and so on). Need an easy way to edit pics beforehand (crop, change to black and white, etc.)? Download Google's uber easy photo editing tool Picasa at picasa.com – it's free!



For The Dad With Dough

And one final tip: While we would never give Dad dough for Father's Day (after all, isn't he your lifetime ATM – just kidding Big Papa!), we most certainly would recommend giving him the world's coolest wallet so he can stash his green in style. The Stewart/Stand Stainless Steel Wallet literally feels like soft silk to the touch and is ultra-thin and flexible, yet extremely durable (after all, it's made of stainless steel), so Pops won't have that unsightly bulge on his backside. Plus, he'll totally geek out and appreciate the practicality of this little fact: RFID blocking devices prevent credit card fraud or theft of information on any smart chips embedded in cards kept in Stainless Steel Wallets by Stewart/Stand. Safety, practicality and ultra-hip style – what guy wouldn't love that? Pick up a wallet for Dad at stewartstand.com ($59.50+). The Brooklyn-based Stewart/Stand brothers also make amazingly cool titanium cufflinks that don't tarnish, scratch or show fingerprints ($99.50). Check them out here.








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