Gift Ideas for Outdoor-Living and -Loving Guys

Do you happen to know a guy who is stressed out? Give him a hand with helping to relax in his outdoor world with Areaware's Om Incense Holder. When not burning his favorite incense, let the Om hand hold pool towels, bbq tools or anything else he needs hung up. If nothing else, it's a great conversation starter / icebreaker (well, not literally).

Keeping with the traditional guy-and-his-BBQ theme, this three-piece condiment set is sure to win-over the outdoor grillsman, or at least the gift giver. A handsomely designed metal stand holds three black hand-painted earthenware replicas of his beloved charcoal-style grill. Each earthenware bowl will hold 6 oz. of his favorite barbecue sauces and condiments. Also includes three plastic serving spoons.

Other similar bbq condiment sets are in the form of a pint-sized picnic table, a grill, Weber-style bbq and retro charcoal grill -- all sure to dee-lite Daddy-O!

Maybe that Peerless Archtop jazz guitar your guy has on his list will have to wait, but why not let him know it's still on your mind -- and in his favorite cold beverage! Jazz up his drink with a Cool Jazz guitar-shaped ice cube drink stirrer from Fred. Then let him kick back on the deck or patio and relax by the firepit! All you have to do is fill, freeze and stir. Set of three.

Q: Does my bottom look smaller in these?

While you may not care to be hear the man in your life ask this question, it should warm your soul to know that the pair of FitFlops you give him will be toning leg and bum muscles and are slip-resistant around the pool, patio, yard and wherever else he ventures.

The American Podiatric Medical Association awarded FitFlop its Seal of Acceptance and listed it as one of the top flip-flop brands.

I wore my pair of FitFlop WalkStars all summer, and I can attest to a firm, secure fit that is also really comfortable and looks good. Then there's that built-in Microwobbleboard™. Tighter bum? Here's hoping.

Check out Fitflops clogs (compare prices) and boots (compare prices).

If the grillmaster is doing what he does best, you'd better outfit him in a nice heavy-duty apron. Jessie Steele offers many apron designs - flames are especially appropriate for the occasion and will appeal to many outdoor chefs. Made of sturdy cotton twill, the apron features long ties and a slide neck for easy adjusting. Also includes five pockets, carpenter loops, two utility hooks and a bottle opener. All stress points are riveted and bar-tacked for durability; brushed silver metal fixtures give this apron a sophisticated polished look.

Also comes in a skull print; women's styles and sizes available (Compare Prices).

Shed a little light onto outdoor projects and activities with this fun and flexible LED light. Places he might use the Gorillatorch:

• While grilling
• Working under the deck
• Camping in the backyard
• Dark areas of the yard at night

The Gorillatorch flashlight's flexible, award-winning ball-and-socket legs and magnetic feet attach to just about anything, keeping your hands free. Equipped with an energy-saving 65-lumen ultra-bright CREE LED, the Gorillatorch is available in black, orange, blue and yellow.

Among their attributes:

• Rubber and Textile
• Rubber sole
• Stretch-fit topline binding
• 100% waterproof
• TracTrol sole
• Comfort range of sub-freezing conditions to 85 degrees

Wouldn't it be nice if you could help Dad fire up the grill and serve a platter of sizzling sirloins? Problem is, you live in New Jersey and Dad's in Phoenix. Not to worry. Faster than you can say "four porterhouses and two 11-ounce trays of lobster mashed potatoes," you can have those very items or anything else that whets the man's appetite delivered to his patio.

What's that, you say? Dad's been a non beef-eater since his Woodstock days? Omaha Steaks has a virtual freezer-full of seafood, poultry, pork and side dishes - basically something for everyone who likes to eat. Among Omaha's selections:

• Seafood Sampler Compare Prices)
• BBQ Bliss (Compare Prices
• Lobster Mashed Potatoes (Compare Prices)

Light-up his night every night with OXO's whimsical-looking Candela Tooli! Light. He'll get a charge from this portable polycarbonate lamp. No safety concerns here: Toolis use a trademarked Safe-Charge System, which allows for recharging of the Ni-Cd battery without any exposed metal contacts. The lamps illuminate automatically when lifted from their chargers or when the power goes out. Expect them to glow for 5 to 8 hours.

Available as a single light or in sets of two; also in various colors.

This is one ice bucket that actually does what it says it will do: the ice stays cold for several hours, depending on weather conditions and whether you leave on the lid (recommended) or not. I left mine outside for about eight hours on a hot day, and there was still ice in the bucket!

OXO's 4-quart Ice Bucket features double-wall construction for insulation and is made of an elegant brushed stainless steel. Ergonomical design features include soft-grip areas for easy lifting, carrying and grabbing. Ever had a problem gripping ice? The OXO Ice Tongs have nice, sharp teeth for grasping ice cubes. When not in use, place the tongs on the Tong Holder at the lip of the Ice Bucket -- no more lost tongs!