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Flush Looking Storage Solution For Those Flush With Cash

Despite being incredibly expensive, this amazing bookcase system is unique in that it mimics the look of flush mounted cabinetry. It works. Quoted by the designer as ideal for transforming the look of your home’s “drawing room”, in our opinion we still think it would look splendid in gracing the living room walls of one [...]

Snow Patrol By Way of iPhone

The slopes of Whistler open November 26th and are home to the 2010 Winter Olympics. Ski season is here. Make sure you’re on fresh powder and amidst optimal ski conditions with the newly updated REI Snow Report iPhone app. REI has packed the app with snow notifications, trail maps, Twitter feeds for more than 200 [...]

Early Holiday Present from Coke Zero and Gear Patrol

Fast cars, video games, we love ‘em. If you were to assume that we also like video games that feature fast cars, you’d be right. The recently released Need For Speed SHIFT definitely fits the bill, as we discussed in our mini-review. Now that we’ve played ourselves into a redline-induced frenzy, we thought that you [...]

Style Or Functionality? Both.

It’s no secret that we at Gear Patrol have a fondness for Nau gear. Several of our crewmen have purchased their garments in the past, and it’s about time we share with you one of our favored go-tos, the Nau Modus Trench. The Modus Trench is a three-layer, waterproof, windproof jacket that has two feet [...]

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Funky Name, Funky Shoe (A Good Thing)

Originally established in 1949, Onitsuka Tiger has been experiencing a modern day resurrection and is riding a tsunami of momentum with fresh updates to their classic designs. Born from old school 1900-1920 Olympic Tug of War shoes, Onitsuka Tiger combines one part sneaker, one part chukka boot, and one part moccasin to produce one of [...]

Measure Better

Stop the clanging ruckus caused by frantic searches for measuring spoons in your kitchen tool drawer. Stop it now. Innovation, even on the most simplistic devices never fails to astound and the Nuscüps are a prime example. To select different measurements, simply adjust the thumb slider to match the amount you want and scoop. Labeled [...]

A Conservative Classic with A Contemporary Spin

Casual enough to wear out with friends, yet still capable of holding their own under a crisp pair of slacks, these Natchez Bubble-Toe Loafers are more than just your typical loafers. Made from dark brown aged nubuck with “burnished” detailing towards the toe, their unique wingtip inspired detailing attracted our attention mainly because we’ve never [...]

When it comes to tie knots, does one size fit all or should I have a few in my repertoire? Casey – Peoria, IL

Office Supply Chic

If you’re looking for a more distinctive way to tote your laptop to and fro, have a gander at the Manila Pro from Acton Treadway. Its unmistakable office supply styling makes the Manila Pro a great choice for packing both your hardware and your unfinished TPS Reports. Featuring leather and felt construction, we’d choose the [...]

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A couple of weeks ago, Toyota invited a couple of the Gear Patrol crewmen, Ben and Bradley, to check out the new 2010 Toyota 4Runner. Ultimate destination: Las Vegas. We suggested departing from Bradley’s Los Angeles base to get some on-road impressions on Highway 91 in combination with Toyota’s planned craggy off-road adventures in Nevada [...]

Considering the over abundance of pop and rap in recent mixes, this week’s selection is solely focused on classic artists who’ve solidified their legacy as musicians who will never be forgotten. All released sometime between 1965 and 1975, each of these songs have been played on constant rotation on FM radio stations across the country [...]

Dammit Jim... I Love This Movie

The unstoppable (and frustrating) J.J. Abram’s take on the Star Trek franchise reboots the much beloved sci-fi franchies to Warp 13, (reference) satisfying even the die-hard trekkies, this writer included. Today’s Blu-Ray release continues the lens-flare laden, action-packed, CGI maelstrom with TrueHD 5.1 sound, and visuals designed to take full advantage of all 1,080 lines [...]

A Guitar Amongst Guitars

This week’s fixation: a guitar. Not just any old guitar, mind you. A rarity amongst rarities, this completely original 1959 Les Paul is completely original from the hardware, case and key, and paperwork; its all new, right down to its gorgeous signature flamey finish. For more information, contact the venerable high-end audio retailer Vintage King [...]