The 34 Best Gifts for Dads (2026)
Harry RabinowitzGearSep 25, 2026 5:31 AMThe 34 Very Best Gifts for DadsDads are typically tough to shop for. Let me help with these WIRED-tested gift ideas.Courtesy of Biolite; Huckberry; Montblanc; Owala; TherabodyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyIt occurs to me that, as a new(ish) father, and someone who reviews products for a living, I am a nightmare to get gifts for. Most of my friends have no idea what to get their dad, and end up brainstorming in group chats with anyone they can get their hands on.Fear not, I’m here to make gifting a little easier this year (or at the very least, contribute to the brainstorm).
- ▪Harry RabinowitzGearSep 25, 2026 5:31 AMThe 34 Very Best Gifts for DadsDads are typically tough to shop for.
- ▪Let me help with these WIRED-tested gift ideas.Courtesy of Biolite; Huckberry; Montblanc; Owala; TherabodyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyIt occurs to me that, as a new(ish) father, and someone wh
- ▪Most of my friends have no idea what to get their dad, and end up brainstorming in group chats with anyone they can get their hands on.Fear not, I’m here to make gifting a little easier this year (or at the very least, contribute to the bra
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Harry RabinowitzGearSep 25, 2026 5:31 AMThe 34 Very Best Gifts for DadsDads are typically tough to shop for. Let me help with these WIRED-tested gift ideas.Courtesy of Biolite; Huckberry; Montblanc; Owala; TherabodyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyIt occurs to me that, as a new(ish) father, and someone who reviews products for a living, I am a nightmare to get gifts for. I’m not alone. Most of my friends have no idea what to get their dad, and end up brainstorming in group chats with anyone they can get their hands on.Fear not, I’m here to make gifting a little easier this year (or at the very least, contribute to the brainstorm).
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