Giving Gifts To Guys, Take A Cue From What They Do (NAPSA)—Holiday shoppingis tough in general and especially challenging when shoppingfor the men in yourlife. A good ruleto follow when you’re looking to do something different this year for your father, husband, grandfather or brother is to take cues from what they really like to do and where they spendtheir time. Consider this: Some of the most popular spaces in the homefor men—and their last domain for fun and leisure—are the garage, the deck or patio, the entertainment room or workout area. Gifts for these spaces are practical and can be enjoyed year-round and last for many years. “My husband was so surprised to receive Gladiator GarageWorks cabinets and a work surface as gifts,” said Marilyn Wortman. “They suit him perfectly since he enjoys spending time in the garage and having an organized work area meetshis needs perfectly.” Storing Outdoor Equipment For sportsmen, gifts for the garage or roomsthey use to store equipment in makeit easier for them to do the things they enjoy. Possible gifts could include fishing pole holders, a golf caddy or a special bicycle-hanging device. Men who enjoy entertaining and spending timeout on the deck or patio would appreciate new grill tools, specialty sauces or rubs, a grilling cookbook or even— as a splurge item—anewgrill. Gadgets Are Good Men who prefer to lounge in their state-of-the-art media and entertainment roomswill appreci- From golf caddies to workout clothes, the perfect gift is out there. You just have to know whereto look. ate the latest gadgets. Possibilities could include gifts such as a new television, speaker system or Blu-ray mediaplayer. “T got my husband a large plasma screen because he loves football,” said LeeAnn Swan. “He just loved it—and definitely takes advantageof it all season long.” So Is Fitness Equipment Finally, if your guy enjoys working out at home, consider new fitness equipment or something as simple as workoutclothes. Once you know the type of man you’re shopping for and his favorite interests, take time to research the perfect present. Gift sites dedicated to men, like Man Crib.com, can help you find the right gift and, in some cases, allow you to order directly. Remember, the perfect gift is out there; you just have to know whereto look.
