Does dear old dad enjoy hitting the links every now and then? If so, we’re here to help you light up his Father’s Day with a few of our favorite golf gifts that are sure to bring a big smile to his face. So forget the neck tie or that tired old money clip and this year give dad something he’ll really enjoy.
Simple Fathers Day Golf Gifts For Each Budget
Gifts Under $50
3 UP Golf Balls ($39.99)
Is your father the type of guy who beats to his own drum and enjoys discovering new and lesser-known products? If so, you simply can’t go wrong with a gift package of 3F12 golf balls from 3 Up Golf. Headed up by an all-star husband and wife team, 3 Up Golf is developing some of the best golf balls in the business, and best of all, they cost less than the industry leading brand. Each dozen of the 3F12 golf balls even comes packaged in a nicely crafted and meticulously embroidered felt bag to make for an even nicer gift presentation.
With a softer feel than anything else we’ve seen on the shelves, these unique (and USGA legal) golf balls will have dad sticking those greens and taking his golf buddies’ money every weekend. Oh, and did we mention that the Also, the company has pledged to donate $3 to charity for every dozen purchased!
Be sure to read our full review of the 3F12 here.
Nike Belts Men’s Single Web Belt (16.99)
Is dad the type of guy who likes to stand out on the course? Does he throw names like Rickie Fowler and Ian Poulter around when he’s watching golf on Sundays? If so, chances are he’ll enjoy some flashy new gear and the best way to round out his outfit is with a killer belt.
Be sure to check out the Men’s Single Web Belt by Nike Golf. It comes in a choice of five colors, each guaranteed to help you spot him coming well before he sees you (sometimes that’s a good thing).
Collapsible Golf Chipping Net ($29.99)
If you’re a fan of the Golficity Golf Podcast then you already know how often we talk about the importance of working on your short game. Chipping is something a golfer will do 10-15 times per round depending on their skill level. A small, collapsible chipping net is a great training aid that dad can use in his backyard, office, and even maybe the living room (sorry mom), and it will certainly help improve his scoring around the green. Be sure to break this one out before dinner because it can also make for a great backyard BBQ game this Father’s Day!
A Round of Golf from Golf 18 Network ($25-$50)
What’s the quickest and most surefire way to bring a smile to any golfer’s face? Buy him a round of golf! In fact, what better way to spend Father’s Day than out on the course treating dad to 18 holes.
We suggest checking out the Golf 18 Network, a new website that helps you book discounted tee times for thousands of courses around the US and Canada. Think of it as the Expedia of golf. Granted, depending on your location and the course you select to pay, the rate could go higher than the $50 price point mentioned here, but there are plenty of deals to be found if you just do a little hunting.
Gifts From $50-$100
Adidas Men’s Tech Response 3.0 Golf Shoe ($50-$70)
The Adidas Men’s Tech Response 3.0 is a stylish, comfortable, and stunningly inexpensive golf shoe with a man-made sole and 6-spike design (dad will like that). Don’t worry if he already has a favorite pair, every golfer can use a second set of spikes to liven things up a bit.
It’s also worth noting that the customer reviews on this pair from Adidas have been stellar. Choose from white, black, or “iron,” whichever fits your father’s style best.
SwingTIP Golf Swing Analysis & Training System ($85)
This real-time golf swing analysis tool is like giving the gift of a personal year-round golf coach. Attaching the SwingTIP to any golf club allows you to monitor every aspect of your swing via Bluetooth connection to your iPhone or iPad. You’re not going to find a more perfect gift for the dad whose two favorite things are gadgets and golf. For more on this check out our full review and demonstration video here.
GolfBuddy Voice GPS Rangefinder ($100)
Imagine having your very own personal caddie barking out exact distances for every shot on the course. Now imagine having that for only a hundred bucks! Good news…the GolfBuddy Voice GPS Rangefinder is exactly that.
Over the past few months we’ve seen players raving about this highly affordable and extremely accurate little GPS device. The GolfBuddy comes pre-loaded with 35,000 courses and with the touch of the button, it actually speaks the yardage to you. With limited buttons and features and no special software to download, this GPS is perfect for the dad who’s looking to get into the digital age but isn’t exactly “computer friendly” either. The GolfBuddy also speaks in 8 different languages and can easily clip onto your hat or belt during your round.
CaddyTek Superlite Deluxe Golf Push Cart ($79.95)
Want to motivate dad to get some extra exercise by walking (instead of riding) around the course, while at the same time saving his back from the usual aches and pains that come with lugging a golf bag around 18 long holes? A push cart may just be the answer!
The CaddyTek Push Cart is a super lightweight golf cart with an umbrella holder, push break design, and mesh pocket holder for balls, tees, snacks, and anything else your father needs to enjoy his round. Best of all, this super sleek design folds up small enough to fit in any trunk and dad will save loads of money by not paying golf cart fees for every round.
The Chauffeur 3 Golf Travel Bag ($89.99)
Any dad who has had to lug his golf bags through the airport knows the value of a good golf travel bag. If your father is the type of guy who travels often make sure to check out the Chauffeur 3 Golf Travel Bag. The Chauffeur 3 is a durable, wheel rolling golf bag, that’s sure to keep dad’s clubs safe while he easily wheels them from car, to plane, and back.
A good travel golf bag can run you as high as $300 so this one is a steal at under $90. Best of all, it’s stylish too – equipped with a handsome leather trim. We also like that the Chauffeur 3 comes with a 2-year warranty and loads of pockets to fit all of his golf gear and tools.
For more suggestions you can also check out our Top 3 Golf Travel Bags here.
Big Ticket Gifts
Looking to spoil Dad this year or chip in with other siblings for one seriously memorable gift? You can’t go wrong with any of these options:
Gifts From $100-$250
Garmin Approach S1 GPS Watch ($136)
Here’s an alternative to the GolfBuddy GPS system that’s perfect for the guy who wants a few extra bells and whistles on his GPS device. The Garmin Approach S1 golf watch offers important game-improvement statistics such as lay-up yardages, shot measuring capability, yardages to the front, middle, and back of the green, and even an odometer to track your paces (Father’s Day isn’t even over yet and you’re putting dad on a diet!?!). The battery is designed to easily last through a full round and the watch itself is stylish and unrestrictive. If dad is a guy who likes the “latest and greatest” you can also check out the S2, S3, and S4 models for increasingly higher tech specs (with a price bump of course).
Hopkins Golf Wedge ($129-$175)
Engrave a special message to dad on a custom wedge from Hopkins Golf.
Here is a great and highly unique gift idea that’s sure to please dad for years to come…
First find out what wedges Dad plays with and if they are worn out or old. Then, if it looks like he could use a new one, head over to the Hopkins Golf’s website and build him a custom wedge. Don’t worry if you’re not sure what you’re doing, the customer support team at Hopkins is excellent and the website will walk you through the whole process of building your wedge. But, here’s the best part: you can even include custom engraving on the club, an excellent opportunity to send a special message to dad that he’ll see every time he pulls his new favorite club out of the bag. Read our full review here to learn more about how easy and fun it is to build a custom wedge at Hopkins Golf.
RUKK NET Pop-Up Golf Practice Net ($199)
The RUKK NET Pop-Up Practice Net is a great way to help your father transform his backyard into his own personal driving range and practice facility. Don’t worry if dad is assembly-challenged, the collapsible design needs no installation, simply open the carry case and it opens itself and collapses very easily. You can grab the RUKK NET on Amazon for under $200 and with free shipping for Prime Members to boot.
Bonus
Make sure to also check out a few of our favorite online golf stores for plenty more Fathers Day golf gifts at some of the best prices we’ve found anywhere:
Rock Bottom Golf
GolfEtail
Divot.com
IN THE HOLE! GOLF
Have a Father’s Day golf gift suggestion of your own? Make sure to share your ideas with us in the comments below!
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