Gift Ideas For Your Favorite Hacker
2015 Golf Gift Guide
November 16, 2015
Kiehl's Ultimate Refuel Skincare Kit
The mix of classic Kiehl's men's products includes body scrub soap, moisturizer, face wash, shave cream and facial scrub.
kiehls.com / $46
Nike Aeroloft Vest
The front provides lightweight warmth with laser-cut perforations to keep from getting overheated. The back has fleece to protect from cold wind.
nike.com / $170
nike.com / $170
Oakley Sliver Sunglasses
These frames have PRIZM lens that fine-tune vision for specific sports and environments. Three-point fit steadies lenses for precise alignment.
oakley.com / $200
oakley.com / $200
AG Green Label V-Neck Sweater
Brighten a golfer’s gray winter with this lightweight, cashmere-wool sweater.
agjeans.com / $268
agjeans.com / $268
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Arccos Performance Tracker
This round-tracking/GPS system can map every shot just like the PGA Tour’s Shot Tracker, and golfers can share their rounds, blow by blow. It also tracks skill level in every aspect of the game.
arccosgolf.com / $300
arccosgolf.com / $300
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MPG Inherent Quilted Jacket
Has a wind- and water-resistant body made with moisture-wicking material, and a zip-off hood.
mpgsports.com / $140
mpgsports.com / $140
Lexington Collection Fusion Power Razor
Offers closeness and comfort in your shave by utilizing flexball technology to pivot over the contours of your face and battery-powered pulsations to improve razor glide. Fits with all Gillette Fusion blades.
theartofshaving.com / $175
theartofshaving.com / $175
Birdie Box/Graeme McDowell edition
G-Mac gift set is comprised of items choose by McDowell, including G-Mac by Kartel golf polo, Srixon golf balls, bluetooth headphones and glass flute from McDowell's Golf Beer brewing company.
birdiebox.com / $80 (silver set), $150 (gold set)
birdiebox.com / $80 (silver set), $150 (gold set)
Bose SoundLink II Headphones
Wireless technology makes it possible to listen to music or take a phone call on the practice range
without getting hogtied by cords. The battery goes 15 hours before needing a charge.
bose.com / $280
bose.com / $280
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Bushnell Neo Ghost GPS Rangefinder
This pocket-sized device comes preloaded with more than 30,000 courses and provides measurements to the front, center and back distances of the green along with up to four hazard/layup distances per hole. Can be worn on the golfer’s body or easily attached to a bag.
bushnellgolf.com / $130
bushnellgolf.com / $130
Carveon Scorecard Holder And Bag Tag
Matching leather items are made to order in Ireland and can be personalized. Rory McIlroy uses the company’s yardage-book cover.
carveon.com / $110
carveon.com / $110
Golfers BBQ Set
Three-piece stainless-steel utensil set with soft, insulated handles that look like golf grips.
uncommongoods.com / $28
uncommongoods.com / $28
ClubHub
These gripcap sensors transmit all sorts of data (GPS yardages, swing speed, face angle, tempo, full-swing animations) to a smartphone so golfers can analyze every swing they make.
clubhubgolf.com / $500
clubhubgolf.com / $500
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B. Draddy Boxers
Ultra-soft Peruvian cotton shorts with a touch of stretch offer great feel and luxury fit.
bdraddy.com / $39
bdraddy.com / $39
GoPro Hero 4 Cameras
Waterproof cameras captures professional quality video and photos. Each have built-in wireless and bluetooth capability and an ultra-wide field of view.
gopro.com / $300 (Session), $400 (Silver), $500 (Black)
gopro.com / $300 (Session), $400 (Silver), $500 (Black)
DST Golf Compressor Training Club
The training club, used by several PGA Tour and European Tour pros, has a curved shaft that replicates the shape of a normal shaft under its maximum load at impact, forcing golfers into an optimal impact position where the hands lead the club face until after the ball has been struck.
dstgolf.com / $100 (8-iron or wedge)
dstgolf.com / $100 (8-iron or wedge)
Galvin Green Apex Jacket
The ultimate in rainwear protection, this Gore-Tex, full-zip jacket is water-repellent and breathable.
trendygolfusa.com / $560
trendygolfusa.com / $560
Apple TV
The latest iteration includes a voice-activated "Suri" remote control to help search for TV shows, movies and more, plus expanded access to apps and video games.
apple.com / $150
apple.com / $150
Gyde Supply Co. Calor Vest
The ultimate in temperature control. The water-resistant, windproof vest has four battery-powered heating elements that spread out warmth evenly, can reach 135 degrees and lasts for eight hours.
gydesupply.com / $300
gydesupply.com / $300
Parrot Rolling Spider MiniDrone
Drives and flies almost anywhere to give you never-before-seen perspectives using its built in mini-camera. Can be operated via bluetooth from your smart phone.
parrot.com / $100
parrot.com / $100
Hanger Project Travel Shoe Tree
The lightweight trees make it easy to dry out shoes while helping keep their proper form to get more life out of them. Won't weight down your luggage on golf trips.
hangerproject.com / $35
hangerproject.com / $35
Harry's Daily Face Wash
The cream exfoliates your skin and leaves it feeling cool, fresh and clean.
harrys.com / $7
harrys.com / $7
EA Sports Rory McIlroy PGA Tour Video Game
Earn your spot on the PGA Tour and play in some of the world's biggest tournaments on some of its best courses. Compete as or against several of the tour's most popular players, including McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler and more.
easports.com / $60
easports.com / $60
Hillflint College Sweater
The former Kickstarter project now makes retro sweaters in crewneck, V-neck and shawl-collared models for 65 colleges and universities.
hillflint.com / $85-$89 (cotton), $95-$150 (merino)
hillflint.com / $85-$89 (cotton), $95-$150 (merino)
Golf Pride MCC and MCC Plus 4 Grips
The hybrid grips have different materials on the top and bottom: a soft rubber for the lower hand to improve feel and a brushed cotton cord on the upper hand to increase stability during the swing.
golfpride.com / $10 per grip
golfpride.com / $10 per grip
Tag Heuer Connected Watch
The digital smart watch is built on the latest release of Android Wear with up to 4,000 available apps at the Google Play store. (It is also iOS compatible.) Forget all the various things you can do with it; just the choice of face options you can pick from will blow you away.
tagheuerconnected.com / $1,500
tagheuerconnected.com / $1,500
Izod ¼-Zip Pullover
A wind-resistant layer takes the sting out of a blustery round, and lightweight construction makes it easy to store in your golf bag.
izod.com / $60
izod.com / $60
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Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Company dates back to 1796, offering a distinct flavored bourbon inspired by a family recipe.
basilhaydens.com
basilhaydens.com
Johnnie-O Coastal Vest
Heathered fleece vest with satin lining, two-way front zipper and welt pockets with zippers. Full jacket also available.
johnnie-o.com / $85
johnnie-o.com / $85
Kentwool Men’s Tour Profile Golf Socks
Walking golfer? The company offers a blister-free guarantee because of extra-strong fibers in the heel and sole.
kentwool.com / $20 per pair
kentwool.com / $20 per pair
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Kjus Women's Puffer Jacket
Kjus makes world-class outerwear for both ski and golf. Lightweight fabric with YKK zippers will insulate and keep you warm.
kjus.com / $375
kjus.com / $375
OptiShot2 Golf Simulator
Compact-sized simulator connects to your home computer, requiring no elaborate setup. Compatible with Mac and Windows operating systems. Users can play several of the world's top courses and can compete against other golfers live online.
optishotgolf.com / $500
optishotgolf.com / $500
The Story Of Golf In Fifty Holes
Tony Dear's book is a breezy but educational overview of the history of golf through the prism of 50 different holes that each have contributed to the game as we know it. Appropriate for casual golfers and enthusiasts alike.
fireflybooks.com / $30
fireflybooks.com / $30
Puma ¼-Zip Windshirt
This is the ideal layering item as it’s lightweight and will be an excellent buffer. The key to staying warm is the use of layers rather than bulk. Added plus is the bold green color.
puma.com / $70
puma.com / $70
Basil Hayden's + Quoddy Drinking Shoe Gift Set
The two brands combine for a unique gift package that includes a pair of custom-made leather moccasin-style shoes, four rocks glasses wrapped in leather and a leather gift box.
huckberry.com / $400
huckberry.com / $400
Ralph Lauren Belts
Inject a little life into your golf outfit with a multistriped, cotton D-ring belt.
ralphlauren.com / $75
ralphlauren.com / $75
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House Of Fleming Card Holder; Smathers & Branson Bi-Fold Wallet
The opportunist always carries business cards, so why not in a premium leather case. And the novelty of the Old Course in needle point makes for a unique billfold.
houseoffleming.com / $195
smathersandbranson.com / $115
houseoffleming.com / $195
smathersandbranson.com / $115
Montblanc M Fountain Pen
Marc Newson, an industrial designer who works with Apple and helped develop the iWatch, designed this pen, which emphasizes a clean, sleek look and incorporates magnets to snap the cap and barrel.
montblanc.com / $400
montblanc.com / $400
Scotty Cameron Headcover
If you’re someone who likes one-of-a-kind items, these headcovers made from alligator and multicolored fabric are for you.
scottycameron.com / $580
scottycameron.com / $580
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Stance Socks
Mesh vents keep your feet comfortable. Available in low, quarter and crew length.
stance.com / $12-$20 per pair
stance.com / $12-$20 per pair
Stolen Riches Shoelaces
A variety of lengths and colors can charge up any footwear, especially your old golf shoes.
stolenriches.com / $17.50 per set
stolenriches.com / $17.50 per set
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Swingbyte 2
Its motion-capture technology provides a 3-D swing profile and club measurements. It can even be synced with video. A teaching feature analyzes what’s wrong and how to fix it.
swingbyte.com / $169
swingbyte.com / $169
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Travis Mathew Cooler Backpack
It’s a personal beverage cart. The sealed cooler lining can hold a case of your favorite IPA, plus ice. It also has dry compartments, so grab the pretzels, too.
travismathew.com / $70
travismathew.com / $70
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Thomas Pink Buffalo Plaid Necktie
Thomas Pink is famous for not only making beautiful shirts but also wonderful neckties. This festive fabric is perfect for the holidays.
thomaspink.com / $135
VPAR
Tour players aren’t the only ones who want leader board updates, so this app offers a live-scoring function for any tournament or competition. No more guessing how many shots a team is leading by in a charity scramble. The app also offers course yardages via GPS technology.
vpar.com / $9 (annually)
vpar.com / $9 (annually)
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Aer Gym/Work Dufflepack
The San Francisco-based design company's Dufflepack (hybrid duffle bag – backpack) solves the issue of keeping gym clothes and shoes from literally reeking havoc on the rest of the work/life stuff we tote around from day to day. The bag’s ventilated shoe pouch stows your sneaks in a designated pocket and the multi-entry compartment system keeps your clothes separate, but equally accessible.
aersf.com / $150
aersf.com / $150
Lightning Rabbit Phone Cables
These could be some of the raddest Secret Santa gifts on the market this season. They’re cheap, work with any modern smart phone and come in all sorts of cool color and fabric-covered cords.
amazon.com / $10
amazon.com / $10
Links To St. Andrews: Love Letters To The Home Of Golf
The coffee-table book from Pinwheel Press is a perfect gift for anyone who has a soft spot for the Home of Golf. It contains dozens of commentaries from some of the game's greats (Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson and Gary Player) while also featuring some aficionados you’re not familiar with who help reveal how the Old Course appeals to the greatest and the least of golfers. It also has a collection of vintage artwork, photos and illustrations.
linkstostandrews.com / $150
linkstostandrews.com / $150
Maui Jim Stillwater Sunglasses
Available in antique pewter or gold frames, the glasses have a classic round design but uniquely fold up into a small carry case.
mauijim.com / $329
mauijim.com / $329
Peyote Bird Blue Turquoise Bracelet
The mewlery (man-jewlery) movement has ebbed and flowed over the last few years, but has finally settled in a super subtle and sophisticated moment. This Peyote Bird turquoise bracelet has enough interest and color to elevate a minimal look but is clean and thin enough that you won't be anywhere near Johnny Depp status with this piece.
mrporter.com / $210
mrporter.com / $210
Ralph Lauren RLX Cool Wool Jacket
Mixed material outerwear makes for some of the most innovative and interesting transitional pieces for fall. The merino knit sleeves and nylon chest panel create a cool balance between classic and contemporary.
Ralph Lauren-RLX / $225
Ralph Lauren-RLX / $225
Uniqlo Black Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater
Uniqlo cashmere knitwear has now made our gift guide three years running and that’s simply because you just can’t beat well-made, well-priced luxury wardrobe staples. A basic black cashmere sweater is one of those menswear must haves that’s up there with a navy blazer and a crisp white oxford shirt.
uniqlo.com / $100
uniqlo.com / $100
Foundwell Vintage Silver Plated Golf Club Stirrers
Looking for that C-Level gift that you're boss won't be able to find just anywhere, vintage is always a great way to go? Mr. Porter, the .com destination for men's luxury everything, always has a great edit of cool vintage pieces this time of year. This set of 6 Golf Club Cocktail Stirrers from renowned 19th century American flatwear producer, Alvin Manufacturing Company, could make for the perfect addition to a well-established bar.
mrporter.com / $595
mrporter.com / $595
The Hillside Indigo Bandanas
A good bandana is one of those utility pieces that every man should have somewhere in his arsenal. The Hillside is a small, Brooklyn-based company that specializes in interesting textile development from all over the globe.
thehill-side.com / $25-$40
thehill-side.com / $25-$40
Le Labo Vintage Tin Can Candle
Le Labo's Santal 26 candle has rich, smoky and leathery notes - perfect for even the manliest of mancaves. The vintage-inspired tin-can casing makes it look almost as good as it smells, too.
barneys.com / $60
barneys.com / $60
Sonic Editions Prints
Sonic Editions offers stunning, limited-edition prints of musicians and Hollywood icons fit for a music mogul's office. Whether you're searching for prints for your new pad, or just a great gift for a music junkie, scanning the archives on the Sonic Edition web shop is a must.
soniceditions.com / $130-$400
soniceditions.com / $130-$400
Marble I Pad Case
These sick marble skins from Uniqfind will literally make your tech devices look like they’ve been carved from stone. In black or white marble, these cases are some of the most stylish tech accessories on the market.
uniqfind.com / $25
uniqfind.com / $25
This Is Ground Tech Dopp Kit
If all my technology is so “smart,” how come I can’t make it from apartment to the office without everything ending up in a jumbled rat’s nest at the bottom of my bag? The folks at This is Ground came up with a pretty simple, not to mention, handsome solution; the Tech Dopp Kit keeps all of your gear and requisite plug-ins neatly stowed in individual compartments within a full-zip leather case.
thisisground.com / $200
thisisground.com / $200
Feather Totes with 3M’s Reflective Uppers
Nocturnal Workshop, founded in 2013 after a friend of the founder was struck by a car while riding his bike at night, is a small clothing-and-accessories brand that details all its gear with 3M reflective accents. As strange as that sounds, these looks are a long way away from your local crossing guard. The Feather Totes are the prefect size and shape, and make for a cool, casual carry all.
nocturnalworkshop.com / $40
nocturnalworkshop.com / $40
W and P Designs The Carry-On Cocktail Kit
Sure your seat sucks, you’ve seen all the movies and you lost the armrest wrestle. But now you can tend your personal bar and create 2 delicious cocktails on any flight! All you need to do is add the booze.
wandpdesign.com / $24
wandpdesign.com / $24
Vintage-Edition Table Scrabble
If you absolutely must play Scrabble on a regular-size table, this vintage edition from home furnishings mecca Restoration Hardware is about as beautiful a board game as we’ve ever seen.
restorationhardware.com / $200
restorationhardware.com / $200
Eyeloc Head Gear is revolutionary eyewear designed as a training aid to help keep a player’s head still and eyes locked on the ball. eyeloc.com/$59.95
The Gift of Golf Digest
Share your love of the game by treating your golf partner to one year of Golf Digest—expert tips and techniques, the latest equipment and interviews with today’s top golfers all bundled into one package.Give Today / $15