Holiday Gift Guide 2018: For the Men

ROANOKE – Men can be tough to shop for during the Holidays, so we're here to help with some fun and creative ideas for this Holiday Season.

Worx 20V Switchdriver Cordless Drill
$129; www.worx.com
The 20V Switchdriver cordless drill and driver holds multiple bit pairings so you get your work done twice as fast, with half the hassle. No more fumbling around for loose bits, just a quick twist to the drill and you can switch from drilling to driving in an instant And since the Switchdriver is part of the 20V Power Share platform, you can easily share batteries with other 20V Worx tools.

SharkBanz Shark Repelling Wristband

$74; www.sharkbanz.com

Designed for beachgoers, swimmers and surfers, Sharkbanz use patented magnetic technology developed by marine biologists to deter predatory shark species. Capitalizing on sharks’ unique and powerful electroreception, Sharkbanz generates a sensation that’s undetectable to the wearer, but highly unpleasant to sharks, causing them to turn away. Sharkbanz has been meticulously researched and tested to ensure that they’re safe for both the wearer and marine life.
 

TecTecTec ULT-X Golf Rangefinder

$249.99; www.tectectec.com
ULT-X is the next-generation laser rangefinder for golf enthusiasts. Incredibly clear and precise, the ULT-X vibrates after locking onto the flag and can be used during any golf outing, including tournaments. With Target Lock Technology, the ULT-X laser rangefinder will instantly catch flags at up to 450 yards and hazards at up to 1,000 yards with high quality 6x magnification providing bright, clear images.

Dart Smartphone-Controlled Paper Airplane Kit
$39.99; www.amazon.com/powerup
Transform plain paper airplanes into smartphone-controlled flying machines. With the PowerUp Dart, pilots can perform precision aerobatic maneuvers, including loops, flips and barrel rolls with ease. The module uses Bluetooth smart technology to easily control and maneuver a small paper plane with speeds of up to 25 MPH and a range more than 200 feet. The unit also includes landing gear for takeoff and landing capability. The PowerUp Dart kit includes paper plane templates for users to fly, but design possibilities are endless.

Anki Vector Robot
$249; www.anki.com
Meet Vector, the most advanced home robot ever made — a curious little guy who is aware of his surroundings and can help you with simple tasks. Ask him for the weather before you head out for the day. Cooking dinner? Setting a timer with Vector means no more overcooked meals in your future. You can even ask him to take a picture and he will intelligently frame the shot by recognizing the faces in it. Vector also integrates with Amazon Alexa, just in time for the holidays.

Wallet Buckle

$34.95+; www.walletbuckle.com

Wallet Buckle stores up to four credit cards and IDs, safely and conveniently. The Wallet Buckle comes in more than 195 different styles including sports teams. A slight taper pinches your cards to hold them in place. Access your cards, IDs, and cash in seconds.