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Articles by Patrick Tuttle

I joined the gang at Gear Patrol because I believe that as men we often settle for less than the very best lifestyle we can attain. It’s been ingrained into our psyches to forgo certain products, services or lifestyles because they don’t fall within some antiquated male paradigm. Bunk. It’s time as men to stand up and redefine what’s rightfully ours. Much of what I have learned to this end has come through advice from guys who had the experiences and knowledge I was seeking. My only regret was not learning it sooner. Now I feel it’s my obligation to pass along what I know. I’m not saying I have all the answers but I’m happy to share what I’ve learned so far. On a more personal level, I live an active lifestyle and focus on my health and wellness as a means to sustain the frenetic pace. I also suffer from a case of golf-itis and spend a lot of my free time perusing that passion… ok, obsession. I aim to incorporate relevant fitness and golf content into Gear Patrol’s expanding coverage of all things male. Like the rest of the crew I can’t stand over-hyped, under-performing products. None of that crap will be perpetuated here.

McDavid Hexpad Technology
Tuesday, 7 Jul, 2009 – 13:30 | 5 Comments
McDavid Hexpad Technology

As I get a little older, I don’t bounce back from bumps and bruises quite like I used to. My mind still wants to go like I’m a kid, but my body inevitably pays …

aboutGolf PGA Tour Simulators
Monday, 6 Jul, 2009 – 9:30 | 10 Comments
aboutGolf PGA Tour Simulators

All men should have something they dream about owning, even if that something is a bit imprudent or impractical. While Brian, Ben, and Eric dream of watches, sound systems, and cars respectively, I long for …

Be a Better Man in 30 Days | Day 23: Upgrade Meal Time
Thursday, 25 Jun, 2009 – 16:30 | 6 Comments
Be a Better Man in 30 Days | Day 23: Upgrade Meal Time

Today we tackle a domain over which all men love to preside… meal time. Somewhere, somehow the expectation has develop that real men eat steak and potatoes and always go back for seconds. Our culture …

Be a Better Man in 30 Days | Day 11: Know How To Be Prepared, Upgrade Your Planning Skills
Thursday, 11 Jun, 2009 – 16:30 | 6 Comments
Be a Better Man in 30 Days | Day 11: Know How To Be Prepared, Upgrade Your Planning Skills

It’s been said that Proper Preparation Prevents Piss-Poor Performance. I couldn’t agree more. It could be for a business presentation, a romantic evening with a special person, that marathon that you agreed to run while …

French rabbit Wines
Wednesday, 10 Jun, 2009 – 9:35 | 13 Comments
French rabbit Wines

I love wine. I love to drink it, to discuss its complex flavors, and, most of all, to enjoy the time shared with friends over a good bottle. Well, if the folks at French …

Nike SQ DYMO STR8-FIT Driver
Thursday, 28 May, 2009 – 16:30 | 8 Comments
Nike SQ DYMO STR8-FIT Driver

Hello, my name is Patrick and I’m a golf snob. Yes, as sad as it is to admit, I have a tendency to view golf products not made by mainstream manufactures with utter apathy. I …

Shawn Clement Golf DVD
Tuesday, 26 May, 2009 – 13:30 | 2 Comments
Shawn Clement Golf DVD

A solitary golfer toils at the end of a driving range, working through a once mountainous pile of golf balls. Each swing brings with it the promise of better golf, but all too often is …

Gear Patrol To Judge Insane Golf Blog Contest!
Monday, 18 May, 2009 – 11:35 | No Comment
Gear Patrol To Judge Insane Golf Blog Contest!

When it comes to pure golf gear heads, MyGolfSpy.com is the place to be. So, when the spies came a knocking… wanting us to judge their insanely huge contest, we were more than up to …

Question: Are You a Planner?
Tuesday, 12 May, 2009 – 16:30 | 17 Comments
Question: Are You a Planner?

“I love it when a plan comes together”. - Col. John ‘Hannibal’ Smith, The A-Team
It’s become a popular self-help topic - planning. From 5-year career plans (I always hated those during interviews), to financial planning, …

Question: How Do You Blow Off Steam?
Tuesday, 5 May, 2009 – 16:50 | 22 Comments
Question: How Do You Blow Off Steam?

We live in crazy times. Between a faltering economy, an epidemic of swine flu and real life pirates, men have plenty to be stressed about. But that doesn’t mean you should forgo living and …