Brookstone Announces Top 10 Father's Day Gifts for 2010

Super-strong neck massager, industrial-strength grill tools and heavy-duty hammocks head this year's list of best gifts for Dad

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May 13, 2010, 08:00 ET

MERRIMACK, N.H., May 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Often known as "the Dad store at the mall," retailer Brookstone announced its top picks for best Father's Day Gifts of 2010. Updated versions of traditional "man gifts," like heavy-duty hammocks and grilling tool sets, as well as seriously strong massagers and the world's most comfortable slippers, mean there's a great gift for every kind of Dad — and they're all available at Brookstone retail stores as well as Brookstone.com.

"When you come to the mall to shop for Dad, just head straight for Brookstone," said Brookstone CEO Ron Boire. "We've always been about Dad, and it's our mission to make his day with the kinds of gifts he really wants and will love using long after Father's Day."

Brookstone Top 10 Father's Day Gifts for 2010:

Super-Strong i-need® Neck and Shoulder Massager

No wimpy massager here. Whether Dad lugs a pipe wrench or a BlackBerry all day, the i-need® Neck and Shoulder Massager is more than up to the job of relieving tight muscle knots and back tension. This powerful massager is worn like a vest, so Dad can raise or lower its percussion massage nodes to really target all those hard-to-reach spots. $99.95

Dad's Own Video Spy Pen

Deep down, every Dad is still a kid who craves the latest toys, tools, electronics and gear. The Video Spy Pen lets him play secret agent whenever he feels the urge. It looks — and writes — just like a regular ballpoint pen, but records full-color video with sound that can be downloaded and shared with everyone in the family. $99.95

Personalized Louisville Slugger® Bat

This is truly a game-changing gift. Thirty-four inches of flame-tempered ash that turn ball fans of all ages in to wide-eyed kids. It's an icon of American culture and times spent with parents and grandparents. And it can also hit a baseball really, really far. Personalize up to 2 lines, 24 characters per line. $59.95. With MLB® club logo of Dad's choice $69.95.

A Massage Chair that Synchronizes to iPod®

Whether Dad's into Beethoven or Usher, he can now settle back for a deep-kneading, full-body massage that's synchronized to his favorite tunes. The OSIM® uHarmony™ II Massage Chair connects to any MP3 or CD player, and can match the rhythm and intensity of the massage to the music. $500 off through Father's Day — only $3995.

A Picture Frame that Scans and Saves Old Photos

Absolutely the simplest, easiest way to preserve old photos before they fade away. The newest iConvert® Digital Picture Frame has a built-in photo scanner. Dad just takes a photo print, slides it into the front and—presto—the print is saved as a digital photo for future generations. No computer needed. Holds 3,000 pictures and can download to PCs or other devices. Also plays short videos and music. $149.95

Big Daddy BBQ Tools

Super-size T-bone and cowboy steaks don't stand a chance against these heavy-duty grilling tools. The three-piece stainless steel set includes a sharp fork, spatula and tongs with rosewood handles. When the grillin's over, the tools fold up into their hardwood handles for easy storage. Deluxe gift case included. $49.95

iDesign® 2-in-1 Music System for iPod and CDs

Chances are Dad has an iPod, a bunch of CDs, and he likes to listen to the radio once in a while. Our versatile music system covers all that in a compact design that's perfect for his den or office. It docks, charges and plays his iPod®. It features a built-in slot for his CDs. It has an AM/FM radio. And the full-range stereo speakers in an acoustically tuned cabinet ensure incredible sound. $124.95.

Wireless TV Headphones Dad wants to watch Conan. Mom wants to sleep. Give them both a break by giving Dad a pair of Brookstone® Wireless TV Headphones. These fully padded earphones let the wearer enjoy the show at any volume, and isolate the sound from the person across the room (or across the bed). $49.95

The World's Most Comfortable Slippers

A traditional gift, perhaps, but each year Brookstone finds more and more dads looking for something to wear around the house and for quick trips outdoors. Brookstone Comfort Slippers feature ultra-soft uppers and memory foam insoles that relieve pressure with every step. $39.95

A Heavy-Duty Hammock Set in Dad's Favorite Colors

Brookstone is offering its popular Hatteras rope-and-oak hammock with a heavy-duty steel frame, weather-resistant pad and pillow at a special bundle price of only $299 (which is a savings of $60 over price of items purchased separately). These oversized hammocks and stands are built to last through any weather, and are rated at 450 lbs. in case Dad's a big fella. Pads and pillows come in seven new weatherfast (and Dad-friendly) color/pattern combinations.

About Brookstone

Brookstone, Inc., is an innovative product development company and specialty retailer of unique gifts. Brookstone operates 304 stores nationwide and in Puerto Rico. Typically located in high-traffic regional shopping malls and airports, the stores feature unique and innovative consumer products. The Company also operates a Direct Marketing business that includes the Brookstone catalog and an e-commerce Web site at Brookstone.com.

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