So you tried and failed to get the Bad Bunny edition Sambas. That’s okay, you can still get an iconic version like these all-blacks. They really are the OG of Adidas footwear, appealing to all types from the athletes to the gamers and everybody in between. The perfect balance of leather and suede, these sneaks collect all the style points and quite effortlessly. You get the iconic three stripes and the capacity to pair them up with just about any clothing style.
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When you buy Filson, you get a product for life. That sounds like old man speak, but teens will appreciate the fact that this backpack will last a lifetime, if not longer. Better, it looks cool and has tons of intelligent pockets for keeping things straight while your wander.
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This portable speaker from JBL is durable, waterproof, and clips easily to any bag. It’s also pretty compact (it fits in the palm of your hand) but packs some booming sounds. The seven-hour battery means he can jam from the shower to walking to class to anywhere really.
He most certainly needs to drink more water than he does. A customized Yeti is a great option he’ll take wherever he goes. And it’ll hold up to whatever the rigors of his life get thrown at it.
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Lesser weather may be coming but that doesn’t mean the sporty fun has to come to an end. Bring hoops indoors with this electric over-the-door kit. It comes with balls and a pump and there’s a scoreboard that’ll keep track of all those buckets.
Teens know that the wallets of today are much more efficient than those of a generation ago. Here’s a great example, made of carbon fiber so you know it’s tough. With webbing at the center, it can expand to take on a dozen cards.
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Does your teen love the big screen? Bring it home—nay, anywhere—with this Kodak projector. The controller is intuitive, the projector acts as a hub for all streaming with Android TV, and the picture is sharp. It also comes with built-in Google Assistant and dual 5-watt speakers.
Here’s a great gift for the teen looking to dabble in the drone life. It’s inexpensive and sets him up ideally to dip his toes in the water. Easy to fly and outfitted with a 4K HD camera, it’ll captures some amazing footage, whether he just wants to play around outside or is an aspiring filmmaker. It’s also less than $30, so no sweat if he flies this thing into a tree at full speed on accident.
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Remind them of the value of analog. One of the best field watches now comes in an (even-more) affordable quartz version in 33mm or 38mm case sizes. It’ll help teach them the joy of watch-owning without the requirements that come with owning a manual watch.
Sticking the landing with sunglasses can be tricky with teens. Not so with the aid of Knockaround, a brand that seems to nail the category. This is one of its more popular offerings, coupling that wayfarer-sort-of look with quality lenses. They’re polarized, offer UV 400 protection, and don’t break the bank.
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Here’s a digital gift for the teen who loves to jot down ideas or is constantly sketching. It’ll get him away from his phone for a spell, inspire some organization and can turn handwritten scribbles into formal text.
It can be hard to make game night stick with teens. Go with a safe bet with this Marvel-themed mind challenger the whole family will enjoy. It comes with 200 question cars and a dry erase board and pens to keep score. Think you now all about Dr. Strange, Hulk, and Spider-Man? It’s high time to find out.
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We’re not sure which aspect of this jacket is cooler, the bomber aesthetic or the NASA-approved patchwork. You can get it in blue or black and it comes with a pair of flap pockets and one internal welt pocket. There’s a prominent NASA patch and kit cuffs and collars for a little varsity-esque class. It’s water resistant and you know its Gen Z with that just-above-the-hip fit.
Fit with 75 easy-to-make yet delicious recipes, this cookbook is the ultimate for the fledgling young chef. Adult cookbooks are great but can be a little over the top. That, and they tend to assume you’re already interested in the culinary arts. This is a great option in that it’s very inviting and will only fan the flames of that interest in creating quality meals.
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It can be hard to keep up with fashion trends in the teenage realm but that’s not your job. It’s the task of more than capable brands like Vuori, who blend comfort with the hottest looks of now. Enter these carpenter pants, functional to keep pace with their active lifestyle while still delivering all those style points.
Vuori lands in a lot of our “best of” guides, whether we’re dealing in athletic pants, travel pants, or a genre in between. These pants are classics on the surface, with five-pocket design and a sweet look. But they’re smart too, treated to utility canvas that can stretch with the best of ’em. With a hammer loop and straight leg build, these pants are instant favorites.
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Here’s a timely gift. This alarm clock (which we named the best smart alarm clock) not only keeps people in line but offers a cool contemporary look. High-functioning, it improves sleep with wake and wind down functions. You get personalized sleep stories, calming tunes, meditation, white noise, and more. Here’s to better rest.
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This model is based on Bern’s ever-popular Brentwood 2.0 helmet, one that our team hails as one of the best thanks to cool features and a sublime fit. It breathes beautifully thanks to more than a dozen vents and, most importantly, offers unmatched protection. You get the brand’s beloved compass fit system, a deceptively stylish and useful flip-lid visor, and the ability to throw a light on with no issue when riding in the dark.
Great for the cyclist, scooter-rider, and skateboarder alike, this helmet comes in six different colorways and is set up with some serious tech to keep that dome safe.
It’s okay to be lazy now and again, especially if you do it in style. This thumbs up phone stand does the heavy lifting for him, carrying his device as he plays some music or streams a show. The extra bit of encouragement from the hands doesn’t hurt.
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Teens know the score. Retro is often where it’s at, offering a stark minimalism set to some popping primary colors. In the sporting world, that concept is on full display over at Ebbets. The brand has brought back to life some of the coolest baseball gear from generations ago, whether it’s ball caps, tees, or uniforms.
This is a great gift for the young baseball fan but also for the trend-setter who appreciates an excellent logo. We can’t get over the clean aesthetic and leather strap. Handmade from wool, this is an authentic piece of Chicago Cubs history. And it’s never looked better.
The only thing better than a great photo is a tangible one. Gift him some retro photo charm with this mini printer. He can turn all of those great snapshots he took on his device into actual pictures, efficiently and sharply. All you have to do to lock down high quality images is connect via Bluetooth.
Mark Stock is a writer from Portland, Oregon who covers food, drink, travel, culture, outdoors, gear, and tech. He’s formally trained in journalism but stumbled into the wine industry just when it was getting good and can’t seem to fully let it go. His outlets are many, from Men’s Health, Women’s Health, and The Manual to Vinepair, SevenFifty Daily, Sip Northwest, and others He’s a devout soccer fan and thinks about Iceland daily.
