7 Last-Minute Father's Day Ski Gifts, All Under $75

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Father’s Day is almost here and, if you’re anything like us, you’ve put off gift-getting until the last minute. Dads, after all, are a tough crowd to buy presents for—doubly so if they’re gearhead skiers who already have everything they need in the garage.

With that in mind, we aren’t recommending new skis or boots this Father’s Day. Instead, this list of gifts—which are all under $75—is aimed at finding the bases dad may not have covered yet, from good ski reads to “indestructible” gloves. 

Find recommendations for the inevitable Father’s Day scramble below.

Liiton Peaks Whiskey Glasses, $55

Is your dad someone who, no matter the context, always finds a way to bring up mountains and skiing? You might consider this four-piece set of whiskey glasses from Liiton, which pairs smooth whiskey drinking with mountain landscapes. Each one has a different peak inside the glass, from France’s Mont Blanc to the towering K2, making for a good excuse to quiz friends on their topographical knowledge. Ah, yes, that’s Denali after the great whiskey flood of 2034.

Kinco Lined Suede Gloves, $54

Kinco is the Dickies or Carhartt of gloves, with products that are equally cheap and tough-as-nails. Why spend hundreds of dollars on fancy Gore-Tex mittens when these bombproof bad boys will do the trick? As one reviewer put it: “These gloves are indestructible.” Give your dad the gift of happy, well-protected hands. For extra waterproofing, consider pairing them with a tin of Sno Seal.

Powder Days Book, $13

While Powder Days came out a few years back, it remains as relevant as ever, providing an inside look at a sport still wrangling with big, systemic changes. Across its 250 or so pages, the author, journalist and skier Heather Hansman, takes a critical—but not unloving—view of skiing and ski bummery, pairing the weightier stuff with dreamy turns through fresh snow. It all makes for a briskly-paced but insightful bit of summer reading. 

Voile Straps, $8

To those already in the know, this may seem like a no-brainer, but Voile straps are a life-changing piece of kit. First and foremost, they can keep skis, particularly ones equipped with brakeless touring bindings, together in one tidy package. You can also use them to strap poles to your skis so they aren’t floating around unimpeded in the trunk of your car. The real magic of Voile straps, though, is their versatility. A handy dad could probably find a hundred more uses for them beyond securing gear in place.

Booster Straps, $55

Stock ski boot straps don’t always hit the mark. Maybe the velcros are a little iffy or, try as you might, they won’t get as tight as they should. Booster Straps vaporize those problems with a durable, metal cam strap, making for a “locked-in” feeling that’s tough to find elsewhere. There’s a reason skiers the world over swear by the unfailing Booster Strap. 

Showa Temres 282, $20

This cult-classic item is so good (and cheap!) that it warrants the inclusion of another pair of gloves on this list. Reportedly first designed for Japanese fishermen, the Showa Temres 282 has also found an audience among outdoorspeople who have a penchant for frigid mountain weather. They’re rubbery and waterproof, featuring a fleece liner for added warmth. We don’t hope your dad spends next winter skiing in the rain. But we bet he wouldn’t mind the opportunity to show off the prowess of some new Showas. Plus, they’re a funky-looking conversation-starter. 

Smith Snow Eraser, $3

Powder days are the best days, obviously. Less fun, though, are the inevitable goggle cock ups that arrive during intense storms. That’s where the Snow Eraser comes in. The unassuming, sponge-like little guys go a long way towards keeping goggle lenses clear and dry, even after an epic face plant or two.

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