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Do Your Fellow Man a Real Solid

Many of you will know our venerable Gear Patrol correspondent and all-around car video maven, Bradley Hasemeyer. Additionally, he provides our community with some much-needed Left Coast perspective on fashion, cuisine, and a smattering of other topics. What you might not know about Bradley is that he’s also an savant of the silver (and flat) [...]

Frames to See as Well as to be Seen

In 1978, Alain Mikli opened his design studio in Paris and started creating a new wave of fashion eye wear in an industry dominated by tradition. Mikli’s original designs were innovative and combined creative aesthetics with technical precision. Today, Alain Mikli continues this tradition and remains a trendsetter credited with provocative designs such as Kanye [...]

Super Simple, Insanely Important

Being responsible, safe, and planning for contingencies aren’t always traits that we men are known for. Sometimes we just like to do, as though spontaneity were written into our genes. When it comes to running, I’m guilty of jetting out the door without taking the time to stretch or hydrate or, sometimes, even check the [...]

Redefining The Notion of Drinking Responsibly

Ok so “green” and “vodka” aren’t typically words that you’d normally associate with one another – unless, of course, you’re referring to the facial coloring of someone whose imbibed too much. 360 Vodka, though, is out to change that. Crafted from a philosophy of eco-awareness and corporate responsibility, every aspect of the product’s production from [...]

Well, we compiled the list of over 200 entries and have now selected the lucky winner! Both we and Aperion can’t thank you enough for eagerness to win free stuff (wink) and really appreciate all of your participation. Congrats to Austin Hsu for being drawn as the lucky winner of Aperion’s new Home Audio Link [...]

Drywall = Dry Erase

Sure, chalkboard paint is a unique way to turn any wall into a writing surface, but what about those fiending for a surface on which to use dry-erase markers? IdeaPaint by Behance makes that a reality for your home or office. The IdeaPaint kit includes enough paint to cover a 25 sq ft surface, a [...]

Walk 500 Miles, Then Walk 500 More

Wolverine’s new 1000 Mile Boot Collection is a sight to behold. Drawing on 125 years of history, the collection features Horween leathers, stacked leather outsoles, Vibram soles, Goodyear welt construction, and Made in the USA goodness. That’s a roster robust enough to turn even the most dedicated Sneaker Head. The cornerstone of Wolverine’s collection is [...]

Meet the Android-Powered eReader with Some Serious Potential

Despite the drone of analyst chatter related to whether e-ink based eReaders are here to stay or simply a transition display medium that will shortly be replaced, plenty of electronic manufacturers are releasing noteworthy devices based on the technology. Looking similar to the previously released Barnes & Noble Nook, the Alex eReader, built by Spring [...]

Women Know Men's Skin Too

Lately, this guy’s face has been a mess. Maybe it’s stress, or the wildly fluctuating winter temps, but, either way, my face has paid the price. It’s dry, tight, and irritated. Throw in my shaving requirements, and my face feels as if it was hit by a belt sander. Ugh. But I can report that [...]

When A Chef's Knife, Literally, Just Won't Cut It

For that rare moment when your dreams of culinary prowess coincide with childhood dreams of the arcade classic Gauntlet, German manufacturer F. Dick has a knife ready to fit the bill. The F. Dick Double Edged Cleaver is the ultimate blade for any heavy-duty application and qualifies as all-around, bad-ass kitchen gear. Seriously, a double-edged [...]

Imitation is the Highest Form of Flattery

Clearly taking some design cues from the likes of Pennfield’s Rockwool Vest, Patagonia’s Slingshot down vest mixes its tried and true technical appeal with a few key touches of fashion-focused flair. Insulated with 600-fill goose down, like all vests, it’s great for keeping your core toasty while retaining flexibility and movement in your arms. It [...]

Keep Cold Drinks Just That

Sure, that insulated coffee mug you picked up at Starbucks keeps your java warm in the morning, but what about this Spring and Summer when you’re looking to keep your cold drink, well, cold? Thermos is a brand you probably recognize, and their Element 5 Vacuum Insulated Hydration Bottle keeps your drink cold (for up [...]

Recipes for a Classic American Spirit

You needn’t be an employee at Sterling Cooper to appreciate the value of a well-made American cocktail. For our money, bourbon is one of the best ways to get there from here. Happily, food writer and chef Fred Thompson agrees and has thus served up a definitive selection of recipes to utilize and improvise on [...]

The only thing better than getting to test the latest and greatest gear is having the opportunity to give some of it away to you. In recognition of Aperion Audio’s newly released Home Audio Link (launched today) we, and Aperion Audio, want to give you a chance to get in on the wireless sound goodness. [...]

A Versatile, Affordable Solution for Wireless Audio

If you previously read our review on the Aperion Intimus 4T Hybrid SD surround sound system, then you’ll know Aperion Audio is a small company dedicated to creating quality products, at affordable prices, and backed by a customer service team that’s second to none. Understanding though that how people listen and consume music is quickly [...]