GIfts for Young Guys

Beards are all the hipster rage, but scraggle is not. If your guy is going to have one, he should be encouraged to groom it. And there are many kits to do it. There are product only ones like Scotch Porter ($32 for 4 products) or I like the ones that include a brush like Mountaineer Brand for $22.80 or Jack Black who supplies a comb with 3 products for $35. Or check out the Beard Club for some nice looking products and grooming utensils. (read more on their About page).

TJ Home Sulpplies (pictured) seems to be a complete package with all included for $35.99. I can't speak to the quality of the electric shaver, or the products but the comb looks high end.



Man Meets Stove is a comedy book with serious advice for guys who should know how to cook - at least a bachelor dinner or two for a date... Because eating is about more than Ramen and Pizza.  $14.95 from Barnes and Noble


He'll be right in style with this sweater from Banana Republic. At publishing, ON SALE for $27.00   (normally $69.) but at full price it's still nice! 60% cotton and a little spandex so it will hold its shape.


For your hiker or camper, this is well rated: the Therm-A-Rest self-inflating foam mattress. Good for 3 seasons, great for car camping, summer camp, light back packing.Very lightweight, in three sizes (see the size chart and a video that you can watch to really see it). $54 for the newer model on AMAZON.  $49 for the last model Find more sizes and weights, colors and price points on ThermARest.


YETI is the current gold standard in coolers and all things related. And it DOES perform above and beyond, with a secure seal, a wide mouth for easy pouring and drinking, keeping things piping hot or icy cold,...but its priced to the moon. I found this 18 oz Rambler bottle at Dicks Sporting Goods for $29.99. Won't break the bank and his eyes should grow wide when he opens it! Find the 26 oz HERE for $39.99. Comes in nine colors. This one is River Green.


COLOR BLOCKING is all the rage right now and it's great to have something different guys can wear without feeling too trendy. They can be found in the malls or by Googling but here's some examples: the GAP ($40) or ASOS ($40).



From BOSE, the SOUNDLINK II, a portable, water resistant bluetooth speaker, famous for it's incredible sound. $129, available at BOSE, also Target, Amazon, Best Buy, B&H etc...  Comes in several colors- he might like Navy as well.


Cool Kicks: These Osolo are stylish, supportive, breathable and waterproof... and you can get them for 42% less than everywhere else at Sierra Trading Post. They come in the usual black, a nice olive green, a super bright turquoise and this really great red-orange, which is the color of the moment.  For $99.

An always welcome gift: Just the right backpack. There are so many but this is a good one. The Paxat, from the excellent Patagonia. Main compartment has a padded and lined tablet sleeve and plenty of space, the TSA-approved Laptop pocket is padded and zips open flat (fits most 15" laptops), plenty of slots for cords, chargers and accessories, Zippered side pockets expand for water bottle or protein bars, with an extra stash pocket. Breathable mesh on the back panel and shoulder harness for all-day carrying comfort. Four colors - for $119.

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