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Fit & Finish In Full Attendance

Details. Exemplary attention to detail. That was the recurring theme that came to mind over and over on a recent test of Lululemon workout apparel. With our collegiate athletic issue gear singing its requiem we sought to test out Lululemon after hearing numerous people swear by it. Coming into the review skeptical but optimistic, we’re [...]

A Look Back at Gear Patrol's Recent Finds

Ever since The Hustler, Brunswick has etched its place in billiards history. Their oldest table in production, in its latest and most elevated form, the Gold Crown V Tournament Edition ($10,400) is this week’s Fixation. Made in America of selected hardwoods using high-torque bolted construction, 10 ball capacity pockets, flush rail castings, patented slate levelers [...]

A River Runs Beneath It

Fishing. A man’s practice of patience and his place of solace. Only question is, what waterbound temple do you choose? Well, The Angler by Bell Canoe Works ($1,220) is built for all-day comfort without sacrifice of speed and one of the best we’ve come across. Depending on your needs The Angler’s options include swivel seats, [...]

Helping You Get Er' Done

Big renovation projects and cleanups often result in big messes. Until recently though, tackling the issue of waste removal meant one of two things. Scenario one involved you blowing through a jumbo pack of hefty sacks after filling them one at a time and lugging them to the curb. Scenario two involved renting an enormous [...]

Instants From Another Era

Quick background. After the announcement that Polaroid would no longer product instant film for their cameras, the Impossible Project took up reigns to manufacture the film in the former Polaroid factory in Enschede, NL. The efforts have been watched carefully, and in a day and age where digital is the norm and traditional (film) is [...]

Nothing Like Your Dad's Pair

Those not tuned in to the sneaker scene might be surprised to see a pair of New Balances “peacocking” with such a bright street inspired color package. Especially with the classic 850 shoe which was originally produced back in 1991. Well we’re here to enlighten you that this runner’s staple brand isn’t always about plain [...]

Just Add Sand

UK designer Ally Capellino has been in the fashion business since the 1980s and holds clear goals when it comes to creating a bag. As her site states, the ideal specimen should be “timeless, but never boring” and “made from beautiful durable leathers and fabrics that only improve with age.” Personally we couldn’t agree more [...]

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Hard Drives, Your Way

Choosing a hard drive typically requires two decisions: storage-size and connectivity. Problem is, when it comes to connectivity options things are a mess. Your current options: USB, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, eSATA, FireWire 800 don’t necessarily make it easy to choose a hard drive to buy that fits your current needs and promise compatibility as [...]

Evolved Light

From across the Atlantic, the Nistor and Nistor Evolutive Design Collection of lamps are more than just objects that produce light and look great. They’re a perfect addition of simple elegance and style that instantly breathes life into the darkness known as your man cave. Inspired by the idea of being able to interact, shape, [...]

Tubular Man!

Even if you can’t ride a board to save your life, thanks to Oakley, you can still channel the look of Hawaiian surfing icon Bruce Irons with the Oakley Bruce Irons Signature Series Dispatch sunglasses ($230). Personally designed by Bruce to reflect his life, these beefy custom Dispatch glasses feature punk inspired red and black [...]

Six Seasons Worth of Answers, All on Your Coffee Table

There’s nothing like a good distraction to keep people from mulling over a void in their lives. Depressed Losties struggling to make sense of their Tuesday evenings now that all of the answers are out there should heed this advice and seriously think about pre-ordering the Lost Encyclopedia ($27). Scheduled to hit shelves everywhere on [...]

Think of it Like the Prelude to Your Future 20,000 Bottle Cellar

Aspiring wine connoisseurs short on space should make room for West Elm’s Wine Bar ($500). That’s because this nook worthy cabinet integrates a 12 bottle wine rack, and 2 compartments for wineglasses or serving tools into a 30″w x 18″d x 39.25″h package. It even features a removable serving tray should you need to bring [...]

A Year Ago on Gear Patrol