It’s time to think about Father’s Day. A day to celebrate the man who helped you scramble to your first summit, or taught you how to ride a bike. For the dad who lives and breathes the outdoors, a gift from Blacks is a sure-fire way to put a smile on his face. To help you get ready for the 19th of June, we’ve hand-picked a list of thoughtful gifts for every kind of outdoorsy dad, from walkers and hikers to climbers and bikers.
The Hiker
Does your dad love nothing more than lacing up his boots and heading for the hills? Treat him to some new gear from one of our leading outdoor brands. The selections we’ve included below are all popular items trusted by walkers and hikers to help them reach the summit. Whether its clothing, footwear or accessories, all the hiking inspiration for father’s day 2022 is here.
OEX Vallo Air 36 Rucksack
£79.00 £100.00
This stylish backpack features a ventilated back system that maximises airflow for cool, breathable performance. It’s ideal for dads who favour long-distance, all-day hikes and comes with fully adjustable hip belt for additional comfort and support.
Shop nowBerghaus Men’s Hartsop Polartec Half-Zip Fleece
£32.00 £65.00
The Hartsop is an iconic piece of outerwear that has been upgraded with advanced Polartec® fleece, delivering exceptional levels of comfort, insulation and breathability. It’s so comfy that you’ll probably find your dad wearing it on and off the walking trail, so it’s a good job it’s made from premium fabrics that deliver long-lasting performance.
Shop nowThe North Face Horizon Cap
£9.97 £25.00
Summer has just begun, which means sunny weekend hikes are on the agenda. This classically styled cap from the North Face is made from recycled materials and features a quick-drying TurboDry® sweatband and ventilation to help your dad keep his cool on the trail.
Shop nowOEX Men’s Aonach Waterproof Jacket
£78.97 £130.00
The OEX Men’s Aonach Jacket offers top-drawer waterproof protection whilst remaining light and breathable. It’s perfect for active days in the outdoors and makes for a superb outer layer on hikes throughout the seasons. When the sun is shining, the Aonach is light enough to pack into a pack without weighing your dad down on his adventure.
Shop nowMontane Men’s Terra Pants (Regular & Short)
£100.00
Montane's classic, all-season, travel-friendly walking pants are a perfect gift if you want to really treat dad this year. They’re hard-wearing, high-performance trousers that provide exceptional comfort and performance in a variety of climates, perfect for multi-season use.
Shop nowMerrell Men’s Moab 3 Hiking Shoe
£99.00 £110.00
Moab stands for ‘Mother of All Boots’ and it’s safe to say these hiking shoes live up to their boot-shaped cousin’s reputation. The best-selling hikers are prized by adventurers across the world and would make the perfect summer shoe for dads that hike. This third-generation features a new, more supportive insole and a softer midsole for extra cushioning.
Shop nowThe Biker
We’ve hand-picked these cycling products thanks to their performance and popularity with the cycling community that shop with Blacks. They’re all designed to provide comfort and convenience on his next ride, especially the filtered water bottle that lets him fill up his canteen from natural water sources along the trail.
Altura Airstream Cycling Mitts
£18.00
A good pair of cycling gloves are always essential, but never more so than on warm summer rides. These Altura fingerless mitts are made from a breathable fabric, which is also weatherproof and moisture-wicking to keep his hands dry no matter what the weather throws at him on his ride.
Shop nowWater-To-Go 75cl Active Water Bottle
£32.00 £35.00
Featuring Water-To-Go’s exclusive 3-in-1 Filter Technology, this bottle will purify water from natural sources like lakes and rivers, making it the perfect refueling kit for mountain bikers and long-distance cyclists. It quickly eliminates up to 99.9% of contaminants, making the water perfectly safe to drink. It also fits any bike cage and includes a detachable carabiner hook.
Shop nowFox Ranger Short Sleeve Jersey
£24.97 £39.99
This cycling jersey blends comfort with optimum performance thanks to the lightweight TruDri® fabric. With classic FOX styling, it’s a trail-ready classic that looks perfect on summer rides. Plus, if your dad is an eco-warrior, he will love the fact that it’s made entirely from recycled content.
Shop nowThe Camper
A new tent may be out of the question, but these accessories are the next best thing to help your dad enjoy this year’s camping season. They all fit in the ‘little something’ category, but small thoughtful gifts are often the most memorable! Show him you care without breaking the bank with these camping accessories for father’s day 2022.
OEX Traverse Self-Inflating Pillow
£10.00 £18.00
This compact travel pillow is a great accessory for this summer’s camping adventures and takes up barely any room in your dad’s kit when it's deflated. It’s self-inflating and super-comfy. You’ll hear no more complaints of a stiff neck once he’s had a night’s sleep on this.
Shop nowBerghaus Camping Mug
£19.00
Is your dad grouchy before his morning coffee? The Berghaus Camping Mug is made from tough stainless steel that’s very lightweight but able to withstand rough treatment in his pack during multi-day expeditions. The plastic lid fully seals off the contents and includes a sliding drinking aperture to keep hot drinks safely accessible. A great way to start the day at the campsite or take a break when out hiking.
Shop nowNiteize Buglit LED Micro Flashlight
£14.00 £15.00
This cool little gadget is the perfect gift for dads who’ve got the camping bug. With fully bendable legs and an S-biner clip, he can hang, attach or stand the BugLit light anywhere for illumination when reading or grabbing something out of his pack. It’s extremely versatile and fun to use, so don’t be surprised to find him up in the loft on father’s day testing it out!
Shop nowThe Runner
These running accessories will put a spring in your dad’s step next time he hits the trail or pounds the pavement. From comfort-enhancing socks to a headtorch designed specifically for running, he will think of you every time he heads out. If he’s a keen runner, look no further than these best-selling accessories for your father’s day gift this year.
Petzl Actik® Headtorch
£35.00 £40.00
The ACTIK® is a lightweight, compact but relentlessly bright headtorch for all kinds of outdoor pursuits. A key feature is the versatile lighting. It can cope with rapid head movement and illuminate both near and far, keeping your running-mad dad well-adjusted to the night-time trails.
Shop nowBridgedale Men’s Ultra Light T2 Merino Sport Low Socks
£18.00
Bridgedale Men’s Ultra Light T2 Merino Sport Low Socks are ideal for dads who like to go off-road on their running adventures. They come with T2 micro-cushion protection to absorb impact and reduce the chance of blisters, and are designed to keep feet cool and dry in warmer conditions. The low sport fit provides supportive compression around the ankle to improve stability while the non-slip cuff prevents dust and debris from making their way inside as he attacks the trails.
Shop nowadidas Terrex Men’s Multi Tee
£26.25 £35.00
This adidas Terrex Multi Tee is made with moisture-absorbing AEROREADY fabric to keep your dad dry and focused, whether he’s hiking, running, or hitting the gym. Offset shoulder seams reduce chafing under a backpack, and an extended back hem adds coverage where you need it. Made with 100% recycled materials, this product represents just one of Adidas’ solutions to help end plastic waste.
Shop nowThe Climber
These popular climbing accessories are a must-have for everyone who takes on the bouldering wall or crag, including your dad. Climbing is a technical sport and it can be hard to know you’re buying the right thing, but take it from us – you can’t go wrong with the products we’ve picked here.
Prana Chalk Bag
£18.00 £25.00
Prana is a premium climbing brand renowned for its excellent quality and sustainability credentials. The Chalk Bag is constructed from 100% recycled polyester and features an elastic brush holder and double belt loops for ultimate convenience on the crag or bouldering wall.
Shop nowRab Men's Stance Mountain T-Shirt
£14.97 £25.00
Designed for life on and off the bouldering wall, this comfortable cotton tee is the perfect casual layer to show off your dad’s love of the outdoors. It features a Rab chest logo and a large back graphic and is constructed with responsibly sourced cotton certified to the Global Organic Textile Standard. As a result, it washes well and retains its softness even when they put it through its paces on the crag.
Shop nowCLIMBSKIN Hand Cream
£15.50 £16.00
Rock climbing and bouldering are tough on your old man’s hands. Calluses are more than common and using chalk is renowned for drying out skin. Climbskin® combines the most powerful natural ingredients, like Aloe Vera and Rosehip, to create a healing, hydrating, calming skin repair cream to help his hands recover.
Shop nowThese products are just some of our hand-picked selection of father’s day gifts. If you haven’t yet found what you’re looking for, explore the 500+ other picks on our dedicated page.
