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October 15th, 2008

Do you have an extra sporty man in your life to shop for? If so, then this list of mens sport watches will have you at the top of your man’s ‘favorite’ list! Pick up these great designs in mens sport watches that suit your guy’s specific athletic needs!

For the thrifty man who doesn’t like to spend a ton of money, pick up the Dakota Watch from Walgreens for only $19.99. This great watch features six functions that will have your guy completely satisfied. The green and black case and moon glow illumination will make the time easy to see in the dark. The water resistance is also a great feature if you guy works outside and needs a watch that can withstand a little rain or snow. This watch is such a fantastic steal, you will be so proud of your thrifty, yet functional gift!

For stylishly functional watch, pick up the Wenger 72174 AeroGraph watch for $136.50. This watch is a great option for the fisherman. With water resistance to 200m, this watch will definitely be a favorite in your house as a durable gift! The large, round watch is topped by a unidirectional rotating bezel with black engraved elapsed time marking and a luminous marker at the zero position. The silver dial is accented by a subtle wave pattern in the center, and it features luminous hands and luminous stick and Arabic numeral hour marks. Talk about complex and sophisticated! This watch will have your guy grinning from ear to ear!

For the basic and timeless design that is affordable and completely reliable, pick up the Casio Watch for $16.46. This watch is a favorite that men buy repeatedly, up until when the straps break. This watch is reliable and will blend effortlessly with any ensemble, whether at work or just running to grab a coffee, this watch will keep your guy on time without breaking the bank! The sporty model features a black dial and black band and will go with him everywhere! The timekeeping feature makes this watch extremely convenient if you have a man who is always running just a touch late!

For the climber in your household, pick up the Suunto Core watch. This watch is the professional benchmark for ABC wristops. This watch will let your man know when a storm is approaching with the Storm Watch feature. The Suunto Core watch keeps your man informed with an accurate altimeter, barometer, digital thermometer, Weather Trend indicator, and a digital compass. You can push your worries aside as your guy sets out on his adventures solo, as this watch is the perfect babysitter! The pressure gauge operated in four distinct modes, including an automatic setting that senses your movement or lack thereof, switching between altimeter and barometer accordingly. This is a great gift for the extreme hiker or climber.

For a watch that features a GPS device and is also waterproof, pick up the Garmin Forerunner for the triathlete in your family. This watch tracks distance and pace and goes from wrist to bike in seconds with the optional quick release and bike mounts. This watch is waterproof to a depth of 50 meters, so you can wear it in the lake, pool, or ocean without any problems. The slim design and flexible wristband make this easy to wear without causing any irritation. For $349.99, this fancy watch will be the perfect gift for the serious athlete that needs features in a watch to keep him on pace.

If the man in your house is super sporty and needs a watch to keep up with him, pick up one of these great designs in mens sport watches to make him smile!

July 31st, 2008

If your guy loves a great vest, then this list of fabulously designed mens vests will make him so happy! If he doesn’t like to shop, do it for him by picking up a fashionable and versatile choice in mens vests that he will love again and again!

The J. Crew Italian wool vest is a great choice to pick up in fabulous wool fabric that will go with all his suiting with ease. With a tie and a button down shirt, his professional look will be complete with just a slip of this vest. The versatile color options are neutral and will go with just about anything and everything in his closet. With luxurious lining and six button closure, this European inspired design will definitely show off your man’s fabulous sense of style!

For your outdoorsy man that can never get enough fleece, pick up the Flame Resistant Fleece jacket for $102.85. This will be his favorite companion (besides you!) to bring on those camping trips during the cooler fall months. With four concealed snap and front fly closures, this jacket can also be snapped into Bulwark jackets with ease for an extra layer of warmth and comfort. This beautiful style is has a hazard rating of HRC Level 2 and the fabric itself is flame resistant.

For the climbing man, pick up the Marmot DriClime vest for $74.95. This core-warmer has a windproof Banshee nylon front and a DWR finish to shed light rain, and a breathable back panel to keep you from overheating. This is perfect as a skinny layer for uphill spring tours, or as an outer shell for early morning runs. The DriClime vest weighs just about 8 oz and packs small when the temperatures rise. This is a great option to pick up for the guy that is always on the go and is always outdoors, no matter the weather forecast.

The North Face Novelty Nuptse vest is a great choice for you to pick up that you can wear as well! This limited release Novelty Nuptse down vest brings unique colors and fabrics to this ubiquitous insulating piece. The 700 fill goose down insulation preserves precious body heat, and 50-denier mini-ripstop nylon bucks frosty breezes. This vest also packs down small into its own pocket so you can pack this anywhere without it taking up all the room in your suitcase. This is a great choice to pick up for extreme versatility and wearbility for years and years.

For a windproof vest for the hiker in your family, pick up the Columbia Ballistic II vest for $63.96. This vest will protect your body from the most bone-chilling gusts with this vest. The simple, yet technical layer shields your core from the chill whether you’re hiking or dropping in for some spring skiing. This vest will also zip into your man’s Columbia jacket for an extra layer of warmth from the elements. Regardless of what you need it for, this vest will also look fantastic with your jeans and t-shirt for a grocery run or for meeting friends for coffee!

For a professional vest, with less athletic appeal, pick up the Pure Cashmere vest in a cashmere material. This vest is extremely soft and will hang beautifully over and tie for a change-up from the sport jacket. This vest is luxurious, soft, warm, and made from the finest grade of cashmere wool. The sweaters are made from ‘A-Grade’ two-ply cashmere yarn, and offer unsurpassed warmth and softness.

These fashionable and functional choices in mens vests will be a great choice for the athletic or professional man in your life!