Is there an active man in your life? To find the perfect gift, look no further than his favorite hobby or lifelong passion for a gift he’ll love to use again and again. 

Guys that love to run will appreciate a fitness tracker to chart their personal goals.

Running

If your dad loves running, then he’ll love a personal fitness device. They can count steps, distance and the calories burned. Some versions can track Dad’s sleep patterns, so he knows how many hours of great rest he gets each night. It also has a silent alarm, so it won’t wake anyone up when he gets up for his 6am runs. For a tech savvy guy, look for a device that can sync his stats with a  smartphone or iPad, so he can easily track his progress to his fitness goals.

Does the man in your life love to get out into the great outdoors?

Bushwalking

If his idea of a perfect weekend is hitting the high country for a bushwalk with a tent on his back, you’ll want to give the Dad in your life something lightweight and practical, and that won’t take much room in the backpack. What about a LifeStraw? This award-winning personal water filter gives him access to 1000 litres of clean water, filtering out dirt, germs and bacteria, including guardia, from creeks and fresh water sources.

Maybe he prefers a cardio workout at the gym?

Gym

If your Dad loves a good workout in the gym, chances are he loves to listen to his music or podcasts while he’s burning up the calories. Headphones come in a wide array of sizes, shapes and colours, and there are several varieties that are perfect for working out – they are comfortable, lightweight and won’t fall off – so he’ll keep the music pumping without losing any of the cool factor.

Does the man in your life like to catch a wave on the nearest break?

Surfing

If the dad in your life is crazy about surfing, there’s a good chance he’ll want to hit the beach this Father’s Day. Show him you care with a new pair of surf booties. These will keep his feet warm whatever the weather, and will protect his feet against rocks, barnacles and freezing water – so he’ll be able to catch waves all year round.

Find a gift that helps him get even more from his regular bike ride.

Cycling

Is the dad in your life into bikes? From mountain biking, road racing, BMX or just commuting to work, a love of cycles can quickly turn into an obsession. Consider getting him a GoPro – a small digital camera that he can mount on his helmet and record his adventures with. Another indispensable toy for the active cyclist is a mini tool such as the Topeak that makes bike repairs a breeze. Small enough to pop in a pocket, these lightweight multi-tools include all the gadgets you need to keep him on the road.