It’s no secret that Pickleball culture conjures up some serious Dad vibes. Whether you have a Brooklyn hipster Dad, or an old school retired Grandpa living in Florida, Pickleball is fast becoming a Dad sport.
Sure, you might grow tired of hearing your Dad rave on and on about Pickleball. Rather than roll your eyes at your Dad’s new found passion, why not embrace his love for Pickleball? Your relationship with your dad is only bound to get stronger if you support his Pickleball passion!
And the best way to do that is to buy your Dad the perfect gift for the upcoming holiday. Whether it’s kicking off the Pickleball season with a great fathers day gift, or rounding out the year with a holiday gift, you’ll want the perfect Pickleball gift for your Dad. Here are 10 great Pickleball gifts for Dad.
1) Tangerine Hunter Bag
Most Dad’s probably just throw their Pickleball gear into a bulky Dad-looking backpack and get on with their day. So they need a little guidance when it comes to showing up to their local Pickleball courts in style. Tangerine’s Hunter Pickleball bag is one way daughters and sons can help their dad not look classy.
This sharp canvas bag features 1 zipper compartment, 1 water bottle pouch and two open topped pouches. It has enought space for your dad to bring everything he needs to a match.
Price range – ~$200
Type of Pickleball Dad – Classy but Minimalist
2) The Pickleball Short Sleeve Button Down
For Dad’s that like to have a little bit of fun with their wardrobes. the Pickleball short sleeve button down that Rhoback offers is a phenomenal gift. The quality of this shirt is no joke either. The top quality moisture wicking fabric is perfect for a day lounging outside in the heat, or some Pickleball competition if your Dad is up for it. The shirt is thoughtfully designed for those hot sunny days, with a self-collar that keeps its shape and prevents “bacon collar” and UPF 40-50 sun protection.
Price range – $90-100
Type of Pickleball Dad – Fun and Active
3) The Pickle Upper
For us young folks, picking up things from the ground is easy. We take advantage of our ability to do so. For older folks who are bending to scoop up those loose Pickleballs, their bodies feel it a bit more than the typical young athlete.
But that all changes with this nifty invention – the Pickle Upper. This 1 ounce tool attaches to your Pickleball Paddle’s handle, and gives you an easier way to scoop up loose Pickleballs without having to bend over. If your Dad has a hard time bending over easily, this might be the Pickleball gift just for him.
Price range – $10-15
Type of Pickleball Dad – Dads with bad back & hips
4) Pickleball Bar Key
Simple, but useful. This Pickleball bar key will help your Dad crack his and his friends post-game brews. Not only that, but it will just be an extra reminder at every family party that he is a serious Pickleballer.
Price range – $10-15
Type of Pickleball Dad – The Drinker
5) John’s Crazy Pickleball Socks
Now here’s a stylish gift for Dad’s that like to accessorize. These socks will be perfect for those Dad’s that wear holiday themed socks. With “Dinks”, paddles, and pickleballs all over them, these socks are everything a Pickleball-playing Dad would want.
Price range – $10-15
Type of Pickleball Dad – Goofy sock-wearing Dads
6) Super Fly Retro Pickleball (Dad) Hat
One true mark of a Dad (a corny one at least) is wearing goofy ball caps. Make no mistake, there are plenty of goofy Pickleball ball-caps to wear including this one from Super Fly Goods. Just because its a little corny doesn’t mean it isn’t high quality though. This cap has a sturdy frame with top notch stitching on the front, and is perfect for keeping the sun out of your eyes on a hot sunny summer day.
Price range – $20-25
Type of Pickleball Dad – Corny Dad-Joke Tellers
7) Customized Pickleballer Bobble Head Toy
For Dad’s that were in their fathering prime when Bobblehead toys made a big back in the 2000s would appraciate this gift. This Bobble head could be any of your Dads holding a Pickleball paddle. This Bobble head is customizable through and through, just upload your favorite photo of your father, and pick a size of up to 12 inches. You can even include a little pet cat or dog to can be included with the Bobble head.
Price range – $50-100
Type of Pickleball Dad – Collectible loving Dads
8) Simon X Pickleball Machine
Now we are getting serious with the Pickleball gifts. Unlike the bobble head figurine, this gift is no joke! This Simon X machine will take your Dad’s Pickleball game to the next level like no other gift. This gift will serve up Pickleballs to your Dad in any shot style for him to practice and work on his game all day. The Simon X will serve up to 120 Pickleas from 5 MPH up to 70 MPH in any shot style you would like. That includes line drives, lobs and even misdirectionsal shots.
The machine can run for up to 12 hours on its standard battery. It includes a setting called “shot oscillation” where the machine will serve up different shots to random parts of the court. The Simon X is truly the best Pickleball practice partner you can get your Dad.
But beware, the Simon X is only for serious Pickleballers. It ain’t cheap, but if Pickleball is your Dad’s obsession and you have the money to spend, there isn’t a better gift you can get your pops.
Price range – 1000s of $ – Check price here
Type of Pickleball Dad – Super Competitve / Professional Pickleballers
9) Oakley Custom Flak 2.0 Sun Glasses
These Oakley Custom Flaks are a treat that really any Dad that is active outdoors would appreciate. These Oakleys will keep your Dad’s eyes protected when zipping around the Pickleball court, and he’ll look good while doing it.
Price range – $175-200
Type of Pickleball Dad – Active and Looking Good
10) Pickleball Medal Holder
And finally, for the proud Dads out there. Here is a great gift for those fathers that are crushing Pickleball tournaments across the country. We know its a bit cringe to collect medals, but hey – some Dads are just gonna be cringe whether you like it or not! If your dad is a winner on the court, here is a great way to show him how to put all his achievements on full display.
Price range– $50-75
Type of Pickleball Dad – A proud winning Dad