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Articles by Jon Gaffney

I joined Gear Patrol because I love searching for gear in my free time, and I felt the need to pass on my knowledge. As an avid reader of everything online, my bookmark list is about as bloated as George Costanza’s wallet; needless to say, my tastes are eclectic. So, readers, prepare yourselves for variety. That said, I know that you work hard for your disposable income, so if I recommend something you can be sure I’ve done the research to know that it’s worth your while. Outside of the gear, I am a born and bred New Englander who recently completed a 2 year stint below the Mason-Dixon Line, and I’m glad to have the Sox and Pats on local programming again (Please refrain from any TB Rays or NY Giants jokes). I’m also a Social Media dork so feel free to hit me up on Twitter @jongaffney. I graduated not too long ago with a BS in Marketing and, according to my friends, an MS in the History Channel. As a collegiate athlete, my interest and passion for sports and fitness has carried with me. I’m always up for an adrenaline fix whether it’s from the gym, from skydiving, or from an intense game of ultimate. That’s me in a nutshell, and if any one has suggestions, comments, disagreements, or something you think I should review just shoot me an email. Slainte!

Be a Better Man in 30 Days | Day 19: Know How To Handle A Fight
Saturday, 20 Jun, 2009 – 16:42 | 10 Comments
Be a Better Man in 30 Days | Day 19: Know How To Handle A Fight

Disclaimer: Gear Patrol neither endorses nor supports any form of fighting. That said, Gear Patrol is fully aware that if warranted, you as a man, have the right to protect yourself. This includes the rapid …

KA-Bar Becker TacTool
Thursday, 18 Jun, 2009 – 10:30 | 6 Comments
KA-Bar Becker TacTool

The new Becker TacTool, from knife maker KA-Bar, is a pretty straightforward device. Made of 1/4″ 1095 Cro-Van steel, it’s a pry bar that “smashes, bashes, prys, hammers and cuts,” multitasking with the sort of …

Russell Moccasin Oneida Mocs
Wednesday, 17 Jun, 2009 – 9:30 | 10 Comments
Russell Moccasin Oneida Mocs

Custom shoes are a rare beast in this day and age. Even when you can find them, they’re liable to cost as much as a mortgage payment. Footwear from Russell Moccasin is the exception to …

GoPro Wide Lens Camera (With Video)
Tuesday, 9 Jun, 2009 – 13:30 | 3 Comments
GoPro Wide Lens Camera (With Video)

This isn’t the first time Gear Patrol has featured a GoPro video camera. Thomas wrote about GoPro’s wrist cam last May, which you can find here. In the interest of not repeating ourselves, I’m just …

Costa Del Mar Sunglasses
Wednesday, 3 Jun, 2009 – 9:30 | 6 Comments
Costa Del Mar Sunglasses

Sunglass lenses come in a myriad of configurations. If you’re serious about your eye protection though, you can’t beat the polarized variety. Polarized lenses are made to filter out the glare that normal lenses let …

TSOVET SVT-AT76
Tuesday, 2 Jun, 2009 – 10:00 | 8 Comments
TSOVET SVT-AT76

TSOVET watches stormed onto the scene this past November and have been making a splash ever since. Being a naturally inquisitive person and finding myself seduced by their utilitarian looks, I decided to investigate.

Baracuta G9 Slimfit
Friday, 8 May, 2009 – 15:28 | 2 Comments
Baracuta G9 Slimfit

The G9 Harrington jacket has been around forever. The reason? It’s got versatility in spades. The G9 Harrington looks as good on you going out on a date as it does on your grandfather puttering …

Billykirk and the Fascinating Story Behind The Brand
Wednesday, 29 Apr, 2009 – 15:30 | 7 Comments
Billykirk and the Fascinating Story Behind The Brand

Here at Gear Patrol, we usually bring you one carefully selected and reviewed product at a time. Today I’m changing it up and bringing a whole company to your attention. Billykirk is a unique …

Rab Microlight
Monday, 27 Apr, 2009 – 11:54 | No Comment
Rab Microlight

It’s not often I find myself very surprised by a product. Well before my review of any product is published on Gear Patrol, I have researched it extensively, read other people’s comments and reviews …

Mountain Khakis Teton Twill (Win A Pair!)
Friday, 24 Apr, 2009 – 12:20 | 23 Comments
Mountain Khakis Teton Twill (Win A Pair!)

The rigors of an outdoor life can wreck a pair of jeans or regular khakis pretty darn fast. With the price of denim climbing steadily, this makes for a pretty unsavory situation. Mountain Khakis sprang …