BIG gift for an avid golfer?

Question

My father golfs just about every other day of his life. He lives in a country club on the 16th hole. Buying him a 'round of golf' isn't an option.

It's his 50th birthday and I'd like to get him a really nice gift, but I can't afford to actually send him away. I'm a college student so I can only afford like $200 on the gift.

Any ideas?

I was thinking of a Range Finder if he doesn't have one, so also...if anyone knows of a good one?

thanks!

Answer 1

the sky caddie sucks... if you wanted to get him a range finder go with the bushnell medalist... you could always get him a hybrid club and some golfballs too...or... get him some nice golf shoes!

Answer 2

Sky Caddie is the ultimate golfer gadget ... can be used anywhere across the U.S.A.

But ..... the best modle is around $400.00.

Next best gift for a golfer is a gift certificate for a local golf pro shop - then he can spend it on his fave ball, cothing item, range options, etc.

I would try and splurge on the Sky Caddie though!!!!!

Answer 3

If he's an avid golfer and lives on the 16th hole of a country club he would have had a range finder by now if he had wanted one. They're actually a useless gimmick, especially if you play the same course most of the time. He already knows the yardages from every point on the course. GolfBlog has a great idea with a golf-themed piece of art.

Answer 4

Sky Caddie is the best on the market, but it will cost you another 150 bucks on top of what you can afford to spend.  Try ebay to see about getting one for less.  It's possible.

Answer 5

A range finder is a good idea.  For $200 I think you can get the laser kind.  Those are the point and shoot type, not the download course info/GPS type.  

For $200 you can also buy him a top of the line pair of golf shoes.  That's what I would get him.  You can get really nice, really comfortable shoes for under $200 and he will wear them every time he plays.

I would siggest not buying him a club of any kind.  !st, he already has clubs and 2nd you don't know what he likes or needs.  I would much rather buy my own clubs or go with somebody buying me clubs.  SO in this case that wouldn't be much fun.

I think golf shoes are a great gift.  Top of the line golf shoes are something a lot of people don't want to spend $200 on, but they are so nice and comfy when you have them.  You just feel better at the end of the day.

Answer 6

A great topline putter is good also. Especially if you've heard him talking about something. A Cameron or a Ping Redwood, something like that.

Answer 7

How about a nice piece of golf themed art -- a course painting, or his favorite player?

There are some nice works available out there in online galleries.

I'm about that age, and that's something I would appreciate.

Answer 8

Well, you will never go wrong with art pieces, for instance handmade portraits on Oil, Acryl or Canvas. They really look classical! You simply select a nice photo - one of his most memorable ones on the green and send it to the professional artists at http://www.paintyourlife.com to be turned into a unique portrait. It is a reliable address for all sorts of gift ideas for every occasion!

If you are looking for an affordable gift urgently, the same company also has a studio for oil paintings reproductions. So, visit them at http://www.oil-paintings-reproductions.c... and take a look at their 'stock on sale'.

Answer 9

Buy something that special made for him as long as not effected to his game.  Show him that you really do something with your gift... not just buy and give it to your father... I believe whatever you give to him, he really very happy.

Golf bag... try to find a good golf bag, put his name on it and write something nice....

Maybe golf balls, print his name on it... but make sure you buy the golf balls that he normally use... some people say golf ball is more personal than their underwear.

Never give him a putter or any golf clubs... my wife give me a putter for my bitrhday... that terrible for my game because I want to make my wife happy and use her gift :(

Answer 10

Optimistica,

Buy these items....he will be in heaven:

A set of Jan Craig headcovers:

http://www.jancraigheadcovers.com/index....

A really nice yardage book cover:

http://www.tpkgolf.com/tc.htm

http://www.cardcaddiegolf.com/

A Scotty Cameron Pivot Tool:

http://sporting-goods.search.ebay.com/pi...

And finally this famous Ben Hogan framed photo:

http://cgi.ebay.com/BEN-HOGAN-1-IRON-SHO...

He will love you forever and it will be the best b-day ever!

Good Luck!

Answer 11

Before you invest in a rangefinder, make sure the CC doesn't have GPS carts.  

I have a Skycaddie and love it, be mindful that there is a $29 - $59 annual membership fee that goes with it.  I did not go with the laser rangefinder because they don't help on blind shots.

As an avid golfer, I ask for golf balls.  It something every golfer needs and you can never have too many.  If you have enough time, you can have them personalized with his name or a message.  I appreciate the thought that goes into a gift, but I am not into the golf gadgets and widgets.  It seemed like for a couple of years, everything I got was related to golf.

Tickets to a near buy tournament is also a good choices.  An avid golfer will appreciate the events from the PGA, LPGA, Champions, or Nationwide tour.

Your best bet is to contact one of the guys in his regular foursome.  He can tell you exactly what your Dad wants golf-wise.  Good Luck.

Answer 12

A Gore-Tex rainsuit is about $100. or so.  You could combine that with a couple dozen golf balls and a polo shirt for a nice $200. golf gift package.  Good luck.

Answer 13

Get yourself a lesson, rent some clubs, and take Pops out for a round with his college girly.  Surprise him with some time with yourself.