Father’s Day is coming up and the question, “What do I get Dad?” rises up every time. It’s not easy to get a gift for the man who’s been there as a support for you and your dreams, but now can be the time to support him in his boating dreams and give him a gift that will make his days on the water much more enjoyable. We’ve compiled ten gift ideas so you can celebrate Father’s Day stress-free while giving him something he’ll truly appreciate this year.
Polarized Sport Sunglasses
If your father likes to boat and/or fish then these are the sunglasses for him. The Polarized UV Protection Sport Sunglasses from Bassdash reduce visible glare from water and overall optical distortions. The UV protection layers block 100 percent of the harmful UVA, UVB, and blue light up to 400um, plus the lightweight TR90 nylon frame offers fit and flexibility at any temperature.
The sunglasses have seven layers of lenses such as the impact resistant Triacetate (TAC) lenses to sharpen contrast and provide higher definition. At just $24.98 they come in gray, green, blue, red, or yellow lenses depending on which activities your dad enjoys the most with blue and green being ideal for sunny days and reflective waters.
Portable Solar Power Bank
There’s nothing more frustrating than being out on your boat and running out of battery on your devices. Luckily, Keutek has you covered with its Portable Solar Power Bank that holds up to eight days of reliable power on a single charge. Give your father the peace of mind with this power bank. Not only does it have three USB ports for multiple devices, but, in case of bad weather, this charger is a great power backup.
The high capacity 26800mA/h internal battery pack guarantees multiple fast charges without worry. As the name implies, it can be recharged with solar up to 300A/h or even via USB (5V). It comes with a built-in flashlight with SOS mode. It retails for $139.99, but with the code BOATDAD10 you will receive $10 off your order.
Flip 5 Eco
The JBL Flip 5 Eco Bluetooth speaker is one that your father will love taking with him on his pontoon or deck boat. This speaker gives you a bold sound for every great adventure. No need to worry about water damage either. With its IPX7 rating the Flip 5 Eco is waterproof up to 3 feet so rain or shine the Flip 5 Eco can handle it.
Another great feature is its ability to pair two JBL party boost-compatible speakers at the same time so you can get 12 hours of play time and enjoy a booming sound. It’s compact but durable, made from 90 percent recycled plastic, durable fabric material, and rugged rubber housing. This is one speaker (retails for $89.95 and comes in blue or teal) that will bring your father his favorite music aboard for years to come.
Waterproof Dry Bag
When looking for Father’s Day gift ideas for pontoon dads, consider the Piscifun Waterproof dry bag. It keeps belongings safe and dry for any activity including kayaking, fishing, boating, and more. It’s an amazing gift for any dad who loves the great outdoors.
Made with ultra-durable materials, it features a versatile and waterproof 500PVC design with a time-tested welded construction for lasting endurance. Talk about security. It is easy to use and simple to close to achieve a tight, protective seal against water in any conditions. The dry bag comes in a variety of colors, and sizes range from 10L ($19.99) to 40L ($36.98) and includes an IPX8 waterproof phone case.
Pontoon Dad Mug
This white ceramic coffee mug from SiriusTee features the hilarious quote, “I’m a Pontoon Dad; Like A Normal Dad Only Much Cooler.” Guaranteed to bring a smile and be a cherished mug for years to come as he sips his favorite morning beverage. Made from the highest-quality ceramic, this mug (that retails for $16.99) is both microwave and dishwasher safe.
No need to worry about fading either: the quote is printed directly onto the ceramic and it is designed with a big handle so you can sip comfortably without spills or burns.
Epix Gen 2 Smartwatch
The Epix Gen 2 smartwatch is the best watch to give to your outdoors-loving dad this Father’s Day. It’s designed with a 1-inch always-on AMOLED display to bring your watch to life, even under bright sunlight. The watch comes with many different sport apps such as hiking, swimming, and surfing, etc. It also comes with pre-programed HIIT workouts to help your dad stay fit and healthy to enjoy more time on the waters with his pontoon.
The Epic Gen 2 has a battery life that lasts up to 16 days so you don’t have to worry about cutting your boating adventures short to charge it back up. It tells you your heart rate, stress rate, and even reminds you to hydrate with touchscreen tracking apps. An active watch for an active lifestyle. The Epix Gen 2 retails for $899.99.
Wide Brim Sun Screen Hat
Nobody likes a burned neck after a fun day of fishing or relaxing out on the lake. Luckily the Temu company has you covered with its Wide Brim outdoor fishing cap and neck flap to comfortably protect your face and neck from the sun. Get you dad a fishing hat he will truly enjoy.
It’s designed with a drawstring to keep it from falling off during windy weather or speeding along on your pontoon. The Wide Brim hat ($11.99) is made of durable, quick-drying material and comfortably covers your entire face, ears, and neck. Enjoy fishing more with this wide brimmed hat this Father’s Day. (www.temu.com)
GoPro HERO8
Do you have a dad who loves recording videos out on the water? GoPro has you covered with its HERO8 Black camera. Designed to give you premium still photos and impressive 4k videos both on land and underwater, this camera can handle rugged water or terrain with its HyperSmooth 2.0 video stabilization and is waterproof up to 33 feet.
The HERO8 Black retails for $299.99 and comes with four lenses from narrow to superview, so you can capture the best photo to fit the occasion. No need to worry about missing a great shot while in action because you can control the HERO8 camera with its versatile voice command feature. Your dad will love this compact camera for Father’s Day with its TimeWarp 2.0 so he can record the family tubing or water skiing and show the entire ride in slow motion or sped up.
Interchangeable Knife Set
The Cuda Interchangeable Knife Set is the filleting knife set your dad will enjoy for many fishing trips to come. This knife set comes with three separate stainless steel blades: 4-inch, 7-inch, and 9-inch ($21.99).
Depending on your dad’s fillet needs, he can easily change the blades on this ergonomic comfort grip knife. Simply connect the knife to the blade, then slide on the placeholder and voila! Made for durability and convenience, Cuda’s knife set also comes with a convenient pouch to hold all the pieces together so you can store them in a tackle box, a bag, or even your back pocket.
Boat Gadget Tool
The Boat Gadget 10-in-1 Boating Tool is the only tool your father will ever need on his pontoon. This tool ($29.99) was inspired and made by boaters and crafted to last with super durable material as well as a handy clip attachment to keep the tool safe when not in use.
This tool reduces the clutter by having multiple tools all wrapped into one that you can fit into your pocket. In total, the Boat Gadget includes the following: boat bottle opener, corkscrew, square drain plug, wrench, survival whistle, deck boat gas cap key, flip top gas cap, flat top drain plug tool, canvas snap opener, molded notched for 6-inch deck plate, fishing line cutter, and finally a T-bar drain plug hole crank.
