Men are logical beings whose approach to life tends to resemble one big if/then statement.

Example: If you go to them with a problem, then they’ll fix it. If they can’t see it or touch it, then it doesn’t exist.

So this year, if you are going to give him a gift, then you should buy him something that he’ll like. Duh.

If He Loves to Push Buttons and Boundaries
Then give him a Signature Days gift certificate. He can redeem it for any number of daredevil-friendly activities (stunt school, hang gliding, riding shotgun in a NASCAR car).

If He Likes Toys
Then he’ll love the Motorola Oakley Razrwire Bluetooth sunglasses (a mouthful, we know). The glasses have an embedded wireless unit so he can answer calls, look cool, and block rays at the same time (Fleet Feet, 210 West North Avenue, at Wells Street; 312-587-3338).

If He’s Overworked and Underpaid
Then he’ll appreciate a little TLC from Windy City Massage. They’ll go to your home to do their thing seven days a week until 10 p.m.

If He Hoards Clothes
Then head to Haberdash (1350 North Wells Street, at Evergreen Avenue; 312-440-1300), Old Town’s newest men’s boutique. The shop is chockful of fashionable goods, including Billy Kirk distressed leather belts, Inhabit cashmere scarves, and basics from Theory and Trovata.

Want more inspiration? We’ve done Gift Guides for Guys in all our editions today. Start with Everywhere.