To the athletic man amongst us: we know that you demand a lot from your body. It’s high time you took care of it with products that perform at an equally high level, created by men who also know what it’s like to take a beating and then come back for more. In this story, [...]
30 Days of Upgrades
Well, gents, we hope that you are enjoying reading this series of posts as much as we have enjoyed producing it. I feel confident that, together, we are aiding in the evolution of man-kind. Please know that we look forward to your comments and banter on each of these topics, so keep them coming. Hit [...]
Panasonic TC-P42X1 Viera Plasma HDTV
Why Less Is More When Shopping For A Whopping New TV
Since its commercial deployment over half a century ago, no bit of household technology has enraptured the attention and the desires of man like the television. After all, we are exceptionally visual creatures. A man must love his TV; if not, he is genetically conditioned to go out (hunt) and get one (gather) that he [...]
PPC Locking HDMI Cable
All Cables Are Not Created Equal
So, you finally settled on the perfect new HDTV for your mancave. It is sitting before you in all its glory, just waiting for you to feed it. Being the A/V savant that you are, you understand that no matter how technically advanced the display, it still needs high-quality source material, delivered properly, in order [...]
Question: What’s Your Status?
And, No, We Aren't Interested In Your Latest Facebook Update
One of the best things about Gear Patrol is that it brings together men of all walks. We like to think our fine humble community serves as a veritable melting-pot for men of all stripes; your comments tell us that you come from different places, backgrounds, experiences, and philosophies, yet we are all striving to [...]
Top Gear Season 10 Giveaway – Winners!
The Thrill of Victory!
Well, lads, we certainly appreciate all of you who chimed in with agreement for or addition to our list of great Top Gear moments. We have it on good authority that the Stig was equally impressed with your encyclopedic knowledge of his most excellent show. Now, in reward for your diligent attention and gear-headedness, we [...]
Bobby Flay’s Grilling Giveaway | Sponsored by Food2
Memorial Day Weekend Make Gear Patrol Hungry!
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, and thus, the summer grilling season is officially underway. Of course, being the man that you are, you have the right, nay… obligation to grill year-round, but summer is the big show. In honor of the season, Gear Patrol and our friends at Food2 want to set you up [...]
The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena
Not Unlike Your Other Favorite Games, This One's Better In The Dark
Way back in the waning months of the original Xbox’s life-cycle, the little-known Swedish outfit Starbreeze Studios released a surprise gem in The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay. I say surprising because, generally speaking, movie tie-in games are destined for pure suckdom. Escape from Butcher Bay was anything but. Escape, which came packed [...]
C-Groove Putters by Yes! Golf
Putt Like With A Girl
In the world of golf equipment, technology evolves fast. Even dedicated golfers can have trouble keeping up with the latest in advanced materials, club design, COR, MOI, adjustable heads, interchangeable shafts, and what have you. Modern golfers have found more length and forgiveness by exploiting these upgrades – for at least 13 clubs in their [...]
John Allan’s Chicago Launch Party Invitation Raffle (Winners!)
And The Winners Are...
We announce the lucky few chosen to rub elbows with us (and some other VIPs) at the upcoming John Allan’s Chicago Launch Party. Cheers!
Amazon Kindle 2 In-Depth Review
A GP Man's Take On Today's Hottest Gizmo
One man’s account of his love-fest with the Kindle 2. Dusty is duly impressed, but is Amazon’s amazing eReader truly worth the price of admission? Spoiler Alert: Yes!
What’s Your Favorite Road Trip Destination? (Winner!)
Happy Trails, William J.
We revisit our most recent QOTW and hand out $50 in British Petroleum to one lucky reader.
Tool Logic SL Pro 2
Man make fire. Gwaarrrg!
You might call us latter day Boy Scouts, but we at Gear Patrol have been riffing on a certain theme of late: Be Prepared. It’s just that you never know in what situation you might find yourself, and, when the unexpected strikes, a man wants to be able to be decisive and take charge, knowing [...]
Marmot Essence Jacket
Every Man Needs A Rain Jacket. Else, Be Wet.
The Marmot Essence Jacket is just that – the essence of what you need in a rain jacket and nothing more. It keeps you dry, is light and breathable, and you’ll find it eminently packable. The Essence gets a sound GP recommendation in the rain jacket department.
Gunnar Digital Performance Eyewear
Take It Easy On Your Eyes
Unless you are the one person who is having this article read to you by your valet, chances are good that you are staring a some sort of screen right now. You probably spend a great deal of time doing just that. I certainly do. Not too long ago I changed roles at my day [...]