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A Bag That's No Heavier Than My Brain? Sign Me Up!

I righted a wrong this week. I played golf. Due to work obligations, family life, and generally unnecessary busyness, my 2009 had been fully devoid of golf antics. It’s not typical for me to stay away from the game for such a stretch, even in the winter. The moral of the story is this: whether [...]

Do You Know What To Do WTSHTF?

If you know anything about Neil Strauss or you’ve read his previous best-seller, The Game, then you might be caught off guard by the content of his latest book. Emergency is, at its core, one man’s response to the uncertainty of modern times. Consider this your manual for WTSHTF.

Your Camping Stove Is About To Have Some Serious Competition

The brand new Lehr Eco Trimmer is the world’s first bit of propane powered lawn care equipment. I, for one, hope that it won’t be the last. Read on to get my hands-on take on the Eco Trimmer’s impressive performance.

Blast Baddies And Your Eardrums At The Same Time

The Ear Force X4 Wireless Surround Sound Headphones are the absolute best solution for bringing the room-filling sound of your favorite Xbox 360 games straight to your brain. With the X4 from Turtle Beach you can play without disturbing anyone – and without sacrificing sound quality.

Works Like A Broom, Without All That Unpleasant Sweeping

Not too long ago, we brought you a feature on Black & Decker’s Cordless Chainsaw, a tool that impressed us with its general handiness. Well, the chainsaw was just one member of B&D’s 18v Yard Care System. Today we introduce you to another offering in that line, the 18v Hard Surface Sweeper. Relying on your [...]

@Win @A @Phone @From @Gear Patrol

After conducting extensive scientific research, we’ve come to an important conclusion. Not a one of you told us that you don’t like it when Gear Patrol gives away free stuff. Thus, we’ve teamed up with AT&T to offer you the LG Vu ($349), an outstanding phone-u-tainment gadget. So, here’s the deal; normally, Gear Patrol giveaways [...]

A Smorgasbord of Highly Honed Goodies

Every man needs a knife. Or ten. Either way, the necessity of a handy blade is a concept that I’m willing to stand by. Just like the men they serve, knives come in a plethora of shapes, sizes, and special purposes. That’s why I’m such a fan of CRKT and the exceptional knives and tools [...]

Like that utility belt you always wanted, but for poop

Apparently, this is the time of year when the weather just goes crazy.  It’s hot, it’s cold, it’s raining – who can know what’s coming next? Amidst this tumult, there will be a few serendipitous days of perfect spring weather in which to revel. That’s when I go digging for my long-standing spring/fall getup, the [...]

See also: What the Heck is a Tweet?

In way of full disclosure, I’ll start by saying that I harbor a mild Twitter addiction.  I’m a fairly new user to the service, and I joined up under relentless pressure encouragement from a friend. Before signing up, I peppered him with questions like, “What is Twitter?” and “Why should I care?” He didn’t have [...]

We’d like to think that most of the recent changes you’ve seen here at Gear Patrol have been decidedly for the better. As a part of our continued evolution, you can expect to see us expand our coverage of all things green. In fact, that coverage starts right now. So, in honor of St. Patrick’s [...]

Organize and store your documents. Neatly.

So I just concluded the annual fear fest that accompanies doing my taxes. My return is filed and accepted, hopefully never to be heard from again. Now that that’s over, I’d like to make my confession to you, dear Gear Patrol readers. This time of year produces in me an acute sense of guilt and [...]

Make Miles Per Week Your New Performance Metric

Don’t look now, but spring is about to, well… spring. If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to get your fitness routine in gear. I’ve got no better recommendation for you than to be or to become a runner. I’ve been ramping up my ’09 runs for a few months now, as I traditionally [...]

Fine, Fine Beer Direct to Your Doorstep

I’d like to think that I know you, men. If you join us here at Gear Patrol regularly, there’s a pretty good chance that you belong amongst a rare breed of man. You represent that intransigent quality within the human spirit which is never content with the status quo. As always, we here at Gear [...]

Man up and play this game in the dark.

If you’re in need of an Entertainment Stimulus Package, look no further than box that contains this week’s GP approved game release, F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin. Sequel to the critically acclaimed F.E.A.R. (First Encounter Assault Recon), the second installment picks up where its predecessor leaves off, both in regards to game play and storytelling. Fans [...]

Cut the cord. Just don't cut yourself.

UPDATE: Just for shiggles, we threw together a short video of Dusty taking on a small tree at Gear Patrol reader Tim F’s home. Yes, the shrub (er, tree) is larger than Black & Decker approves or recommends with this chainsaw, but why the hell not. Watch it after the jump. Yes, we know it’s [...]