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Small Gift Suggestions For Someone Who Helped Change A Flat Tire
Posted on 1/21/26 at 8:53 am
Posted on 1/21/26 at 8:53 am
Long story short 2 older men stopped to help me change a flat on my truck the other day (yes I had it under control) and they wouldn’t accept cash but feel I need to repay them somehow.
What’s a smallish gift idea so I can show I appreciate them stopping.
What’s a smallish gift idea so I can show I appreciate them stopping.
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Posted on 1/21/26 at 8:54 am to WillFerrellisking
Pay it forward.
Posted on 1/21/26 at 8:55 am to WillFerrellisking
Each a multi tool with the date engraved on it.
Posted on 1/21/26 at 9:03 am to KemoSabe65
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multi tool with the date engraved on it.
Posted on 1/21/26 at 9:03 am to WillFerrellisking
a very cool led truck flash light.
Posted on 1/21/26 at 9:27 am to WillFerrellisking
Old people have everything. Give them a pack of steaks.
Posted on 1/21/26 at 10:17 am to WillFerrellisking
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What’s a smallish gift idea so I can show I appreciate them stopping.
LED Road flares?
Posted on 1/21/26 at 11:24 am to WillFerrellisking
Jug of Crown or a box of beer.
Posted on 1/21/26 at 12:19 pm to WillFerrellisking
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feel I need to repay them somehow.
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I appreciate them stopping.
Much better than the Doordash kid who pulled up in my driveway last month with a flat. Little sh*t stayed on the phone with his grandma the whole time instead of trying to learn how to change a flat.
Posted on 1/21/26 at 10:04 pm to WillFerrellisking
When I was an E2 an elderly lady stuffed a crumbled mess of singles and coins in my hand after I changed her tire despite my protestations. All told I had about $4 and 2 coupons for a free biscuit at Burger King.
Posted on 1/22/26 at 12:19 am to WillFerrellisking
Posted on 1/22/26 at 8:13 am to WillFerrellisking
That’s a really thoughtful impulse — you clearly appreciate the help you got, and a small gift to show that is a great idea. Since they wouldn’t accept cash, something practical, personal, and not too big works really well. Here are some good options that feel sincere without being over the top:
?? Solid, Appreciative Gift Ideas
Food & Drink
A nice box of quality cookies, brownies, or pastries
A gourmet snack basket (nuts, jerky, cheeses)
A good bottle of coffee beans or ground coffee
A six-pack of craft beer (if you think they drink)
Tools / Handy Items
A good multi-tool (Leatherman-style)
A high-quality LED flashlight or headlamp
A gift card to a local coffee shop or hardware store — feels practical and still thoughtful
Seasonal / Weather-Friendly
A warm beanie or gloves (especially nice in winter)
A cooler bag with snacks if they like outdoor stuff
A thermos or travel mug for daily use
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?? Solid, Appreciative Gift Ideas
Food & Drink
A nice box of quality cookies, brownies, or pastries
A gourmet snack basket (nuts, jerky, cheeses)
A good bottle of coffee beans or ground coffee
A six-pack of craft beer (if you think they drink)
Tools / Handy Items
A good multi-tool (Leatherman-style)
A high-quality LED flashlight or headlamp
A gift card to a local coffee shop or hardware store — feels practical and still thoughtful
Seasonal / Weather-Friendly
A warm beanie or gloves (especially nice in winter)
A cooler bag with snacks if they like outdoor stuff
A thermos or travel mug for daily use
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Posted on 1/22/26 at 11:50 am to Turnblad85
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the date engraved on it
Get one for yourself made too so you know when to reach out on the one year flat tire anniversary and thank them again.
Real talk, if someone gave me an engraved gift for helping change a freaking tire I'd be weirded tf out. Give them a gift card to Shoney's and let that be the end of it.
Posted on 1/22/26 at 12:13 pm to Turnblad85
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Get one for yourself made too so you know when to reach out on the one year flat tire anniversary and thank them again
People way overthink things. A hand shake and pay if forward
Posted on 1/22/26 at 12:32 pm to WillFerrellisking
TigerDroppings Premium membership
Posted on 1/22/26 at 2:32 pm to WillFerrellisking
Pick up some flashlights at Harbor Freight. I buy the pen sized ones just about every time I walk in there. Also buy a lot of their knock off Plano waterproof tackle trays
Posted on 1/22/26 at 2:35 pm to 257WBY
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Old people have everything. Give them a pack of steaks
Came here to post steaks or shrimp
Posted on 1/22/26 at 2:44 pm to WillFerrellisking
Honestly a hand written thank you would be wonderfully received.
Posted on 1/22/26 at 4:13 pm to WillFerrellisking
I’d get them a gift certificate to somewhere that you think they will actually go. For instance, a lot of old men eat breakfast somewhere like McDonald’s in order to hang out with friends.
If they stopped to help change a tire, they obviously are not afraid of dirty hands. Another idea would be to get them a gift card to Lowe’s / Home Depot / Ace Hardware.
If they stopped to help change a tire, they obviously are not afraid of dirty hands. Another idea would be to get them a gift card to Lowe’s / Home Depot / Ace Hardware.
Posted on 1/22/26 at 4:41 pm to WillFerrellisking
Jar of local honey. Old people love honey.
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