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Give Bold A Second Glance

Gap has made it plainly clear that plaid is in. That’s all well and good, but the traditional look of fall doesn’t have to extend to just your oxford shirts. The Ralph Lauren Home Haberdashery Collection of wallcoverings does what Ralph Lauren does best, make a statement without making one. Tip: To match a bold [...]

Taking the Strain Out of Straining

Transferring massive pots of boiling water and their cooked contents from stove to sink is one maneuver most cooks never look forward to. It’s dangerous, heavy, and an overall pain in the ass. For those with access to full-sized kitchens and a dual-sink setup, using integrated pot strainers is one way to avoid the situation [...]

A Modern Spin on Classic Aviators

Sunglasses are the quintessential male style accessory. Much like a watch, a great pair of sunglasses can be the piece de resistance to a well assembled wardrobe. The trick is finding a pair that accommodates your face shape, as well as making a personal style statement. I may have found just the pair.

The Mighty New iPod Nano

Despite a relatively good track record by the Apple rumor mill for predicting the company’s latest breakthrough before its official announcement, today’s details regarding the new iPod Nano came as a refreshing surprise. Contrary to ideas circling the iPod touch (which did receive updates, though less than imagined) Apple instead gave the iPod Nano the [...]

Our quest to fill the Gear Patrol closet with great custom-fitted clothing has lead to Deo Veritas. In what is becoming a fast crowded market for custom tailored shirts offered via the internet, Deo Veritas has taken a big step forward. How, you ask? Their shirts fit amazingly well and their fabric is fantastic. No [...]

And the Flexible Foam Fun Goes To...

Thanks to all of you who spoke up in favor of your favorite children’s charity in our recent NERF Charity Giveaway. Many great causes were nominated, all well-deserving of your support. One, however, stood out to us, both in the excellence of their mission and in the sheer volume of support they received. For this, [...]

Embrace Your Softer Side

After a hard day of felling trees or tackling a home improvement project, I like to unwind with a shower. Where is it stated that men have to cleanse with sandpaper and tar? Now, I’m not condoning white wine, Kenny G, and a bubble bath, but a man’s skin takes a lot of abuse during [...]

Beating Thugs with The Bat Just Never Gets Old

We’ve heard it said that Batman: Arkham Asylum is the year’s best game. We wanted to spend some quality time of our own with the Dark Knight, before passing judgment. Having done so, we’re hard pressed to disagree with all the hype. Check our full take here.

Have Outlet, Will Charge

We’re big fans of clever space utilization; consequently, it’s surprising that we haven’t come across something like this before. The EZ Mount Cell Phone Charging Station replaces your standard two-outlet wall plate with a wider panel that has a built-in key hook (also doubles as an excess cable reel) and a non-skid, angled shelf for [...]

Popcorn Really Is Good For You

It seems that every brand is coming out with their own media streamer, and, to their credit, things are getting better, with support for nearly every decent codec and media file out there. After doing our due diligence and research (and a recommendation from a friend), Gear Patrol decided to check out the Popcorn Hou [...]

The Best Unintentional Anti-Drug Movie?

In the category of “deep and intense” movies, Darren Aronofsky’s Requiem For A Dream needs no introduction. For anyone who’s been around the world of drugs or drug addicts, Requiem will haunt you as much as it will entertain. Of course, Clint Mansell’s infamous soundtrack doesn’t hurt either. Based on Hubert Selby Jr’s book Requiem [...]

Empower Your Holiday Weekend, iPhone Style

Labor Day Weekend is the last great three-day weekend of the year and a perfect chance to either take things low-key or hardcore. To many, it marks the end of summer, but we like to think of it as a holiday that’s intended for just that, to take some time off and savor. Whether you’re [...]

The Axe George Washington Would Have Used, In 2009

The duo behind Best Made Company (designer and author Peter Buchanan-Smith, and outdoorsman and environmental entrepreneur Graeme Cameron) aim to make you rethink the value of a quality axe. The two are men with accomplishments and experiences befitting of men you’d trust to construct a quality axe: building hand-hewn log cabins, winning Grammy awards, rugby, [...]

Be An Organization Tour De Force

Being a bit compulsive, a bit obsessive, and certainly with disorder it’s tough to compare myself to Gear Patroller Patrick Tuttle. His tenacity to be on time, with the right goods and gear in hand is inspiring, if not a bit frustrating (he consistently makes, and I’m willing to bet enjoys just a little bit, [...]

A Great Looking Watch with a Rather Famous Fan

I’m not ashamed to admit that, compared to several of Gear Patrol’s other staffers, my knowledge of timepieces is limited. For instance, Brian’s primer on upgrading your watch knowledge was a revelation, and frankly I appreciated someone stating all the basics in such an easy to consume fashion. That said, based on my brief exposure [...]