For your shopping enjoyment this weekend we compiled a few online coupon codes and store discounts. Because, you know, every guy loves a deal. Coupons after the jump (or click on logos)

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The term ‘Couch Potato’ was derived in California back in 1976 by some fellow named Tom Iacino who was shirking the fads of exercise and healthy diet. Instead his diet would consist of vegging out in front of the television and eating junk food. It actually came from the term “boob tubers” which as you know are those that watch the television, a lot. Iacino then brilliantly decided to replace the word “tubers” with “potato” and deciding that a “potato” watches the television from the comforts of his or her own couch thereby coining the brilliant phrase we know as Couch Potato. (source: answers.com)

Well Mr. Iacino, this gift guide is a tribute to you and all of our couch potato friends who’s idea of an ideal day is food delivered to their laps positioned perfectly in front of a television.

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The mark of a good coat is the ability for it to work with a bunch of your getups rather than being single purpose outerwear. We cover a good number of men’s fashion items here on Gear Patrol and we understand clothing is subjective, but we think you’re likely to find this coat well worth your cash.

The traditional design with double-breasted style and wide notched collar belies the fact that its also got the perfect amount of edge when paired with a hoody, like you see here. It has buttoned tab details on the cuffs, fully lined and made in Italy. The only thing left for the writer is waiting for it to arrive in the mail.

What this means to you: With jeans, with suit, or with hoody this Diesel Pea Coat will get you as far and warm as you need.

Cost: $500 @ Saks

Coupon Code for free rush shipping: RUSHNOW

The Park Bike from Brooklyn Machine Works is the bastard wild child of a street bike, a trick bike and a trail bike. Set up as a single speed you’re set for th streets or jumping trails. As a 9-speed you’ve got a comfortable cruiser that also works for slaloms.

Available as a complete bike or piecemeal you can customize to your hearts content.

What this means to you: This writer prefers his vehicles a little edgy and that includes his two-wheeled monsters. And hell, 3 grand for a BMW ain’t half bad. Ha.

Cost: $3,300 (for complete bike) @ Brooklyn Machine Works

The Airboard Classic has been around for a few years and it’s just as much fun in the snow each time you bust it loose from your closet. Just like a boogie board but on the hills and mountains nearby the Airboard makes inclines more fun than you ever thought possible.

It’s durable, easy to control and even importantly can reach fantastic speeds (think National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation sled scene). There’s no restrictions of where the Airboard Classic can go. Keep up with the rest of the slope goers on any terrain.

The Airboard inflates in less than 3 minutes with its own included hand pump, weighs about 6 pounds and packs down to fit easily into any backpack.

What this means to you: Just because you don’t board or ski doesn’t mean you can’t have more fun. But if you do either of those, this is well worth your winter slope time.

Cost: $279 @ Backcountry.com

Being neat and organized doesn’t equate to sanitary so the fact that your bathroom is organized belies the fact that there are probably germs all over the place.

One place you don’t want those bacteria, fungi and viruses is your toothbrush. The iTouchless UV Toothbrush Holder/Sanitizer eliminates unwanted and harmful no-goods from your pearly white scrubber by using a UV-C sterilizing lamp that kills up to 99.9% of these germs.

• Kills 99% bacteria in about 7 minutes
• UV Toothbrush Holder/Sanitizer for 4 toothbrushes
• Fits whole family
• Great gift ideas
• Germ free
• The UV-C lamp will last an estimated 6 years
• Powered by two standard AA batteries which last approximately 3 months if used twice per day

What this means to you: This writer is a bona fide neat freak. He’s had to learn the hard way that his organization and tidying skills does not equate to a clean domicile. Take my advice and get yourself into a toothbrush holder. It may not have the power to UV your entire apartment but at least you can start with something you shove into your mouth twice a day.

Cost: $21 @ Amazon

Tim Gunn of Project Runway (not that you or I watch the show) would tell you that he’s a style maven. We might agree with that, but a sense of style is appropriate for any man - not just ones who run fashion empires. Taking an extra minute to make sure your shirt is pressed, your shoes match and you’re not wearing something that smells like hot garbage. It goes a million miles with the ladies.

Whether you’re the guy that gets those around you looking just a touch sharper out the door or if you’re the fellow that needs the extra hand these gifts should provide you just the right offering this holiday season. Go on… get styled.

Coming soon: The Couch Potato

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The folks over at C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries have come up with a new set of dual purpose cleansers that not only work for your hair but body as well. The products are available in:

Elixir Black - Confident, exotic and rich fragrance. Exotic Agar Wood and Tonka Bean blend with undertones of Amber.

Elixir Blue - Refreshing, adventurous and clean fragrance. Watery Marine Notes, Lavender and Rosemary combine with hints of clean White Musk and Woody undertones.

Elixir Red - Sexy, warm and smooth fragrance. Lush spices, sandalwood and redcurrant notes blended with velvet fig leaves.

All sets include a 2.5 oz bottle of Cologne Elixer Black and one Elixer Black Hair & Body Wash plus a free travel tote bag.

What this means to you: One less thing to carry with you to the gym or on your travels is golden. Now, just choose a color/fragrance that suits you and be done with it.

Cost: $24.50 @ C.O. Bigelow

Man vs. Wild. Survivor. Survivorman. We all have aspirations of being rough and rugged and granted some of us come close, but then there are so many who’s poseur acts lend no credibility in the ‘tough’ category. That doesn’t mean we still can’t find an excuse to get geared up for our next excursion, be it treking it thru Patagonia or just going to a KOA campground and making smores. Whether you’re a Rough & Rugged Guy or just know one who you secretly envy this gear is for you.

Coming soon: The Style Maven
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It’s here. The holidays. You’re probably stuck halfway between a pile of work, mind numbing office parties and a list of gifts for people you hardly care about so long you’re AmEx is about to call in sick. What about you… numero uno?

The staff here at Gear Patrol empathizes. This year peruse the goodies our editors have come up with. We’ve broken it down into simple categories depending on what kind of guy you call yourself. The next weeks will be chock full of goodies so keep checking back here each day and get out the pen & paper. Your holiday wish list is about to be begin.

We’ll bring you gifts for everything from the Style Maven to the Impossibly Rugged, from the Golf Guru to the Couch Potato, and plenty in between. Say hello to the 1st Annual Gear Patrol Holiday Gift Guide.

What this means to you: Copy that link in your browser and send it to your significant other, sugar mama, mommy & daddy, or rich cousin. Hey, you never know…

Take me to the Gift Guide