Gear Patrol

While its name may be a mouth full, Left Field’s new crew neck sweatshirts are hardly over done. A must have for the cold months of the year, the knits are cut and sewn in the US from 16 oz of cotton ring spun terry. Inspired by 1950′s Champion sweatshirts they feature a v-neck stitch with…

At the heart of the HyBridge Hoody, Canada Goose has strategically placed white duck down “shields” to keep your body warm where it counts. By using targeted insulation the HyBridge Hoody maintains maximum body flexibility. In the real world that means less bulk and easy wearability even when the temperatures drop. And of course, Canada…

Staying warm doesn’t always have to add 50 pounds to your figure. The Slim Fit N-3B Parka by classic military supplier Alpha Industries features a 100% nylon shell, polyfill, and synthetic fur to keep you warm without blowing your gifting budget. Sold in a variety of color options, we recommend the modern look of replica…

New for AW11, the Shoreman Jacket is made from 6oz Sylkoil wax and is inspired by the original long Shoreman jacket traditionally used for duck or wildfowl shooting. The jacket is an updated larger silhouette with a draw cord waist and has sophisticated details such as small signature stud attachments, an integral detachable hood and…

Working in the city and working in an office doesn’t give a man myriad outerwear options that look just as good on casual Friday as they do during the rest of the week, especially when the thermometer starts to drop well below seersucker weather. And wearing your double-breasted black wool overcoat doesn’t work everywhere, pal….

Light is good. Light, warm and water-repellent are just that much better, especially when it comes to outerwear. No doubt this fall will bring the kind of weather where you want to be prepared yet mobile and versatile. The new Patagonia Ultralight Down Jacket ($279) will allow you to do just that with its lightweight…

Knit pick. So soft, you will want to wear this lambswoolen hooded pull with a contrasting stripe at the cuff all day, every day. $157 | Scotch & Soda

Endure the changing of the seasons with class in this all weather jacket from Steve Alan. Featuring an exterior woolen shell, detachable hood and a drawstring waist, it’s a worthy alternative to the mob of Barbours that are boud to hit the streets in the coming weeks. Shown in a olive/brown glen check. $350 |…

Comme des Garcons designer Junya Watanabe has collaborated with Italian outerwear manufacturers Duvetica to create the Jekyll and Hyde of vests for the upcoming winter season. This fully reversible goose-down padded Gilet features corduroy and tweed panelling as well as the a plaid cotton inner, combining bold styling with all the warmth and protection from…

A sporty and modern twist on a classic men’s jacket. Made from 100% nylon and featuring slanted side pockets and oversized nautical buttons, it’ll fit in at the game or out on the town. $395 | Vince.com

Lighter and tighter, trimmer and thinner, the Marmot Thunder Road Component Jacket ($425) proves winter technical gear doesn’t mean you have to look like you’re about to embark on an Andes excursion. The two piece setup is comprised of an inner velour fleece liner for cozy warmth and a two-layer MemBrain shell, which features technology…

Fitted henley style lightweight wool sweater with a slight shawl-collar and leather buttons. $168 | Gant Rugger

For many, a good summer can hinge on being by/on the water. Lululemon says they made the Pacific Beach Hoodie to “wear up the mountain, and to and from the gym”, but we’ve found it’s perfect for the cool nights and crisp mornings that come along with waterside locales. It features some of the softest cotton fleece…

Triple Aught Design continues to swing for the fences this year. This time with a comprehensive update of their already rock solid Stealth Hoodie. After ten years of excellent service TAD went back to the drawing board and put a decade’s worth of product testing to good use.

$495 | Gant Rugger

$249 (in stores) | Club Monaco

When we first got wind that two GP fashion staples, J.Crew and Billy Reid were teaming up for a small collection, we couldn’t wait to lay eyes on the results. With the collection landing just this week, we’re pleased to see Reid’s signature Southern workwear look further galvanized. It’s spot on. The small collection delivers…

If you’re a regular reader of Gear Patrol, you know we’ve featured Nau wares before. There’s a simple reason. The brand consistently succeeds where others fail by putting out smart, stylish, functional and eco-friendly pieces season after season. Your average waterproof jacket might be great for hiking the Pacific Crest Trail but step onto pavement…

Sick of sweaters and overcoats yet? We certainly are. That’s why this Maiden Noir Crew Neck Fleece ($165) called to us. Made from light fleece in two great-looking heather color ways with white contrast stitching, it hints of more temperate Spring weekends to come, where a sweatshirt is all you need to warm up in…

Reality check: chances are you’ll never pull a Sebastian Junger and embed with the armed forces in Agfhanistan. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t at least look the part while you sip espresso at an Eastern European city center cafe planning the route to that spelunking expedition by wearing the Orvis Ultimate Travel Jacket ($325)….

In the great Patagonian outdoors, does looking good in the rain take precedence over surviving the elements — price be damned? Then the Coated Cotton Parka from Band of Outsider ($870) certainly fits that description. Made in Italy out of 58% cotton and 42% Poliamide, it rivals the classic Burberry trench for style in a…

Parlay that itch you’ve had for a Barbour jacket into a modern Spring essential. The waterproof North Jacket ($321), in “cement” (dark green is, of course, available) takes Barbour’s classic style and trims it into a slimer profile. The unlined jacket is made of waterproof fabric and features a waist draw cord, hood and fabric…

Down vests are the duck-billed platypuses of the clothing world. You know their sleeveless design evolved for some reason, but that original purpose has long since been lost in a foppish undertow. For that reason, we appreciate this Lacoste Puffer Jacket with Removable Sleeves ($325), because it appeases our stylish sensibility while still making our…

Triple Aught Design produces gear fit for the mountains of Afghanistan and the afternoon commute. You can blame founder Patrick Ma for the perfect balance – with his military background and a never-ending-commitment to product testing in the Western state proving grounds. The newly released Ranger Hoodie LT ($220) is no different and evolves on…

Fresh off the newly launched Perfecto collection designed by Greg Chapman, the Deck Hand Toggle Coat ($450) wipes all of the jean jacket’s previous fashion transgressions clean in our book. The coat is made in Schott’s Jersey factory and features a selvedge denim exterior with chambray lining and contrasting stitching. Thanks to a slim cut…

We’ve always admired Outlier’s unique blend of style and functionality, and their new Storm King Shell Parka ($650) seems to follow the same great formula. Made from 100% Supermarine cotton, it’s designed to be a highly water resistant and breathable alternative to synthetics like Gore-Tex. Like most of Outlier’s tops, four-way arm construction is also…

Sunny Sports is a West Coast-inspired Japanese clothing brand focused on producing timeless pieces designed to look good today and for years to come. Like many Japanese brands, they also value production quality above all else and subsequently produce their entire line in either the US or Japan. The Anchor Jacket ($300) embodies both of…

It’s tough to wear a leather jacket nowadays without looking kind of… goofy. Most of the ones you find at the mall are pleather-looking, blobby, and look like crap in a couple years. Schott has been making their leather jackets since before the A2 jacket was officially standardized for the Army Air Corp in 1931….

Barbour recently announced that Mr. Steve McQueen (a.k.a cool personified) himself is the inspiration behind their 75th anniversary line. Details of whats to come are slim, but the line will feature knitwear, tee’s, and a special Steve McQueen version of the 75th Anniversary Barbour International Jacket. The most unique elements are the American flag lining…

Shawl collar sweaters have been roaring back into men’s fashion the last several years, and while plenty of brands are providing their own take on the comfy neck, this Paul Smith Shawl Collar Waffle Cardigan ($240) outshines the rest. Made from soft waffle knitted lambswool with a toggle fastener for really bundling up, it’s a…