The 10 Best Sports Gadgets to Buy for the Holidays

Looking for that cool golf gadget to get Dad this year?

Wondering if there's anything you can get your marathoner husband?

Just shopping for yourselves, gentlemen?

With the holiday season upon us, it's starting to get closer to crunch time for all of you gift-giving procrastinators. 

Finding the perfect present has grown increasingly harder each and every year. A man can only get so many ties and coffee mugs. Am I right, fellas?

So whether you're shopping for a dad, brother, husband or just a sports nut in general, here are 10 gadgets that are promised to unwrap a smile on every man's face come Christmas morning.

Dish Network Tailgater

Tailgating has become more of an art form than just a hobby. Whether it's your alma mater's weekend football game, your favorite professional team's big game or if you're simply camping with the family, people pride themselves on having the best tailgating setup. 

Dish Network has brought the ultimate tailgating tool to the party.

Now I know that people having been using satellite dishes to watch their favorite games, but with this light and conveniently portable cube of awesomeness, setup is as easy as plug and watch.

No more mounting dishes to the tops of cars and finding the perfect signal. The Dish Network Tailgater does all of that for you.

Features:

• Weighs only 10 pounds
• Supports both HD and SD programming
• Display resolutions: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
• Portable and lightweight with built-in ergonomic handle
• Compact to fit any space
• Weather-resistant cover
• Integrated security bracket

Price: $350

Prazza Golf Ball Finder

I like to think of myself as an aspiring golfer. I love the game, but it frustrates the hell out of me.

For me, a solid round on the links generally consists of at least three or four lost golf balls. With the Prazza Golf Ball Finder, they all but guarantee you'll never lose another ball.

This is something I know I've been wondering about for years. Why it's taken so long to come up with a functioning device like this is beyond me. But I'm glad it's here.

Don't believe it? Watch it go to work.

My only question: What happens if you shank one into the water?

Let's hope it floats, too.

Price: $299

Callaway Premium Golf Lighter

Looking to go cheap and easy?

Look no further.

The Callaway Premium Golf Lighter is the all-in-one golf tool that allows you to have your butane lighter, divot repair and ball marker handy at all times.

No more wasting time fumbling around in your pocket trying to find that little piece of metal.

We all know that men like to smoke a fine cigar while playing golf; a butane lighter such as this is the perfect gadget to get your husband for the holidays.

I myself ran across this at Dick's Sporting Goods and couldn't resist. One of the best additions I've made to my golf bag yet.

Features:

• Integrated Divot Repair Tool and Ball Marker
• Wind-proof, adjustable torch
• Retractable divot repair tool slides down with the flick of your thumb
• Magnetic ball marker included
• Easy to refill (butane)
• Also available in black

Price: $30

GoPro HERO Camera

Geared more towards the adventurists of the sports world, GoPro cameras have quickly become the go-to recording device for all sports and adrenaline-junky athletes.

Mountable on everything from mountain bikes to surf boards to cars, GoPro cameras are the best way to share your craziest sports moments.

There are currently eight different models to choose from, depending on your sport of choice.

Price: $149-$299

Tommy Armour Automatic Golf Ball Dispenser

Going to the driving range is a must for just about everyone who plays golf. For most people, the club that needs the most practice is the driver. 

What do we hate about our driver?

Aside from slicing it into the woods or hooking it into the middle of a pond, it's the constant bending down and teeing the ball up in between practice shots.

Tommy Armour has now given golf enthusiasts with back problems a break. The Tommy Armour Automatic Golf Ball Dispenser automatically tees the ball up for you, allowing you to rest between practice shots.

It holds up to 36 golf balls and places them gently on the club-friendly rubber tee.

I love how golf continues to get lazier and lazier. 

Price: $29.99

The Bicycle Speakerphone

The Bicycle Speakerphone is great for anyone who loves to ride, but can't stay off the phone. It provides a safe, hands-free way to stay connected to your peers while riding.

Cell phones connect to the speakerphone via Bluetooth technology.

Not only does it make calls, but it has a 3.5mm jack that enables riders to listen to music from iPods or any other MP3 device. 

The Bicycle Speakerphone is big enough to hold multiple items such as phones, keys, wallets, etc.

It's a bicycle fanny pack on steroids.

Price: $49.95

Garmin Forerunner Watches

The latest in running technology are these sports watches from Garmin. 

Run, sync, store, share, monitor, cross-train and even locate using satellite GPS. It does everything except run for you.

These make the ultimate gift for anyone who just can't stop running.

Features:

• Heart rate monitor
• Automatically syncs to your computer
• Stores courses so you can compete against your previous record
• Multi-sport capable
• Create custom workouts
• More..

Price: $149-$449

Callaway UPro MX GPS

Pre-loaded with over 25,000 golf courses around the world, the Callaway uPro MX GPS makes the perfect gadget gift for any aspiring golfer.

The high-resolution screen allows golfers to easily see exactly where each dogleg, bunker and green is.

It also allows players to keep a group scorecard, note personal stats and even record individual shot tracking.

Price: $200

Waterfi IPod Shuffle

Finally some music love for swimmers.

Not often do you see someone running without their iPod and earbuds in. Never do you see someone swimming with their iPod and earbuds in. Now you will.

The Waterfi iPod Shuffle is the latest in swimwear, allowing swimmers to listen to their favorite music while they workout.

Not only are they perfect for water lovers, but they can also be worn out of water and are great for running in all weather.

Price: $177.95

The Laser Guided Pool Cue

Is this cheating?

Heck no. Sign me up for one of these bad boys; I need all the help I can get when it comes to pool. 

This 58-inch-long two-piece cue stick has a rubber bumper, a wound-foam handle and a stainless steel joint and ferrule. 

The laser extends from the tip of the cue stick and gives a precise striking point on each shot.

A button at the top of the stick controls when the laser is turned on or off.

Price: $129.95

The Beertender

When guys watch sports, we normally want to either go out to the bar with our buddies or just relax at home in front of our big screen.

So if there's a way to combine the two, we're all over it.

That's where the Beertender comes in. It allows you to feel like you're having a bartender pour you a tall one without actually having to pay an extra $3 per drink just to have him do it.

This is a perfect gift for a sports fan who's also a fan of things on tap. Which is...most sports fans.

Honorable Mention: Segway X2 Golf

A little too much?

Probably so.

That's why it didn't make the list. But how cool is this?

Complete with scorecard holder and off-road capable wheels, this may be the motorcycle golf cart of the future.

But other than to say, "Hey look at me!", I'm not sure what the point of riding a segway as opposed to an actual golf cart would be.

While this is without a doubt one of the cooler things I've seen recently, I don't think it's quite worth its asking price. Worthy of an honorable mention for sure, though.

Price: $8,000