Father’s Day Gift Ideas Celebrating Lake Life from MN Based Companies
Father’s Day Gift Ideas Celebrating Lake Life from MN Based Companies
Whether the man in your life is the boat captain, a sailor, a kayaker, or just someone who spends their weekends at the lake, shopping for a devoted boat lover sometimes gets a little tricky. We’ve put together a list of 11 gift ideas to make shopping this year just a little easier. Since we love supporting local businesses all of the following products are from Minnesota based companies and fit every budget with gifts starting at just $32!
1. Great Lakes Northern Outfitter Lake Life Short Sleeve Tee
Featuring heavyweight ringspun cotton, they designed these after our favorite shirts as kids -- the ones perfectly faded from the sun after long days spent on the water. Made from 100% organic cotton, designed to feel great and hold up even better.
Price: $32
Where to Buy: Great Lakes website
2. Idol Surfboard 4’” Tonka Kahuna LE
Tonka Kahuna translates to “Great old wise one.” This board can be enjoyed by anyone in the family, and it doubles as a performance surf-style wake surfboard for riders over 180 pounds. It is one of our most tried and trued shapes. This LE model is wrapped in 100% carbon fiber and bamboo, which is lighter and stronger than traditional fiberglass construction. In its latest evolution, it has become more agile, user-friendly, and faster. This board is ultra-forgiving, and there is no minimum recommended weight to ride it. Because of its wide, stable outline, almost any beginner-intermediate rider can get on this board and have the best wake surfing session of their life. The 4’8″ Kahuna is ideal for beginner – advanced wakesurfers up to 6’1″ and 210 pounds (Taller riders will love the 5’1” Kahuna). Featuring a Futures Fins thruster configuration, riders can experiment with fin combinations to find their ideal ride. Thruster (3-fin) set-up is ideal for speed/drive and hold. It can also be ridden as a twin-fin to keep it loose for spinning, or beginners can ride it single-fin for superior stability and tracking. All idol wake surfboards feature light and strong EPS/Epoxy construction, Futures Fins interchangeable fin systems, EVA deck pads, and Gore-Tex passive vents (in surf-style boards only). These boards are made with integrity using quality materials and skilled craftsmanship.
Price: $899
Where to Buy: In-Stock at Wayzata Marine
3. Vengeance Extreme Detailing Products
Surprising dad by detailing the boat for him is the ultimate gift, it's thoughtful and shows you really care. The Vengeance Products lineup is the proven result of over 40 years of experience in the chemical industry. They have seen many changes, innovations and technological advances in that span of years and can say, without hesitation, that working with four amazing chemists they have created a uniquely different and powerful product line. Simply put, they make great products for great people.
Price: $58 (Pack of 3)
Where to Buy: In-Stock at Wayzata Marine
4. Paddle North “The Portager” Inflatable Paddle Board
This is their most popular boat because of its portability and versatility. Since the Portager is inflatable, it is very buoyant and fits a very wide range of paddlers. From young children to 350+ lb adults, the board will have the control, stability and balance to support all types. The Portager XL is even more versatile, it supports solo or tandem paddlers up to 650 lbs.
Price: On Sale for $799
Where to Buy: Paddle North website or Mall of America Storefront
5. Mission Boat Gear Boat Dad Hat -
A day on the water isn't complete without dad threatening to make everyone swim back to shore. So, here's a classic hat for the man who has everything else: kids, a boat, and probably high blood pressure.
Price $32
Where to Buy: Mission Boat Gear website or at the Plymouth Showroom
6. Omnia Daiwa Tatula Series Casting Rods
The brand new Tatula line of bass rods is finely crafted with state-of-the-art components. The beautifully crafted natural cork handles provide timeless functionality combined with a sure grip. A slick Tatula spider graphic adorns the classic-formed handles. The reduced weight blank resists ovalization allowing greater hoop strength loads for a more precision load-up. The tangle-free Fuji FazLite guides allow long accurate casts. If you are looking for a professional-grade bass rod designed with a specific purpose in mind then take a look at the Tatula line of bass rods where we’ve built one just for the task.
Price: $149.99
Where to Buy: Omnia website
7. Shoreboards ‘Twin North - Light’ Longboard
The Twin North has that classic look that is standard with all handcrafted wooden Shore Boards. The Walnut and Maple accent each other perfectly in this design, it’s truly a work of art. If you’re seeking a truly unique longboard that has a timeless look than this is your board!
Price $269
Where to Buy: Shoreboards website
8. SWELL Wakesurf Vest - Men's Ultimate Comfort Neoprene Jacket
We have designed this vest to have the maximum freedom of movement while surfing.
Believe us, this is the most comfortable, softest, lightest vest you will ever try on! Exclusively designed for your favorite sport! It features ‘Surf Fit’ arm holes - Extra room where you need it. NO FOAM Panels - Swell removed the foam in critical areas to allow you to move better when surfing. Staylite™ Foam: Absorbs 30% less water than other foam, reducing overall weight, all while being 10% more buoyant than standard PVC foam.
Price: $129
Where to Buy: Swell Wakesurf website
9. Sota Clothing Wilder Camo Crewneck
The Wilder Camo Crewneck has a classic fit with raglan sleeves and is made from super cozy tri-blend fleece. Camo sleeves with black printed graphic.
Price:$59
Where to Buy: Sota Clothing website and their Saint Louis Park or Stillwater retail stores
10. Uptown Woodworks Lake Map Wall Decor
Handcrafted wooden sign made of natural burch and pine. Choose from one of the many Minnesota based lakes available on hand or order a custom piece made special.
Price $320-$400
Where to Buy: Uptown Woodworks website or their Minneapolis Workshop (by appointment only)
11. Patriot Pad Inflatable Dock
No more mission impossible rolling up your lily pad – get the NEW inflatable Patriot Pad and make your lake day a breeze. Made of durable 1000D nylon, this dock features a drop-stitch construction, heavy duty double taped seams, (3) D-Ring tie-downs, and (6) sturdy handles that make transport easy. It also includes a 120V electric pump, carry bag, and patch kit (although you should never need it).
Price: $899.50
Where to Buy: In-Stock at Wayzata Marine