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Eclipse 400 Single-Engine Jet

Eric Yang — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:12:02 +0000

[click on image to enlarge] Forget saving up for a car or home. A single-engine jet is what you need. An Eclipse 400 at that. The Eclipse 400 is a single-jet powered plane that cruises 41,000 feet aloft at a speed of 380mph propelled by the 1,200 lbs of thrust enimating from its Pratt & Whitney [...]

GP Protocol | Rule #33 - Know More Than One Way To Tie A Tie

Eric Yang — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:32:08 +0000

Sure, you know how to tie a tie. But do you know more than one way to do it? Every man should know at least two of the three common knots. Ties come in all different shapes and sizes and the proper knot is crucial to complete an ensemble. The three most common [...]

Gillette Clean + Refreshing Shampoo

Eric Yang — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:19:10 +0000

There’s few manly hair shampoo options out there, and believe us, that Pantene Pro-V in your girlfriend’s shower isn’t one of them. Gillette High Performance Shampoo series is specially formulated to clean men’s hair. The new charged cleansers pull away dirt and oil to give you that extra clean feeling. Their Clean + Refreshing Shampoo [...]

2009 Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 Review

Eric Yang — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 06:40:57 +0000

By Jay Shoemaker | The Truth About Cars I made my first pilgrimage to AMG in 2001. Arriving unannounced, I was relegated to longing stares through a chain link fence at rows of serious looking automobiles. I eventually bought an SL55 AMG. I loved its ability to terrify unsuspecting passengers. But it always struck me as [...]

Gear Girl - Bar Refaeli

Eric Yang — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:47:01 +0000

[click on image to enlarge] Bar Refaeli is obsessed with gadgets (she carries three cell phones). Bar Rafaeli likes to sit around and watch TV. Bar Rafaeli likes falafel. That’s when we stopped - what else is there? [More images after the jump] Hometown: Had Hasharon, Israel Date of Birth: June 4, 1985 [click on image to enlarge]

Klipsch Image Headphones | Editor’s Choice

Eric Yang — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:20:10 +0000

[click on image to enlarge] Tempted as you may be to associate the Klipsch Image headphones with the tattered original headphones currently strangling to your ipod; one listen to these copper beauties and you’ll know these are a class apart. Touted as the smallest and lightest headphones in production, we put these miniscule tubes through their paces [...]

Redhook Fantasy Football Trash Bash

Eric Yang — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 03:32:13 +0000

If you’re gearing up for Fantasy Football draft day then Redhook’s got the sweepstakes for you. It all starts with a beer fridge that looks like a tool box as part of an ultimate fantasy football draft day party that includes: A Redhook Toolbox Fridge An Ultra Series Flip Video Camcorder A 54×46 Inch Draft Day Board A “Fantasy [...]

Lotus Evora

Eric Yang — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:43:16 +0000

[click on image to enlarge] It’s official. The Lotus Evora. A ‘grown-up’ Lotus coupe with proper amenities. Say, like an actual interior (see an image of the interior after the jump). The Evora will be powered by a 276 horsepower Toyota sourced V6 that will propel the 2,976 lb. vehicle with typical Lotus-like fury. Again, the key [...]

Puma Urban Mobility Out of Town Collection Bags

Eric Yang — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:50:34 +0000

[click on image to enlarge] You’ve got a bag you travel with. It’s summer so you probably have it out in full force. Question is, are you using your gym bag as double-duty? If so then stop. You’re not in college anymore so get your travel gear in order. PUMA’s Urban Mobility Out of Town Collection focuses [...]

Salute to the British Open | Follow-up

Eric Yang — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:33:59 +0000

Gail force winds, horizontal rain, frigid temperatures and even the poor British dental system couldn’t deter Padraig Harrington from defending his Open crown. Some questioned whether Harrington really won the crown last year or was given it, but no one can take away from what he did this week at Royal Birkdale. Paddy now [...]

Anthony Sport Deodorant

Eric Yang — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 06:02:02 +0000

Say pass on the cheap chemical mass-produced drugstore brand deodorant/anti-perspirant and upgrade to Anthony Sport’s non-irritating glide on odor protectant. After all, it’s a scorching summer this year. Anthony Sport’s stick has a refreshing citrus fragrance and made of Azulene, a German chamomile that works as an anti-inflammatory agent. It also containes aloe, vitamin C and [...]

Ben Bowers | New GP Contributing Editor

Eric Yang — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:28:07 +0000

From the Editor: - Today I’m glad to say that the Gear Patrol team has grown 7 strong with our newest editor, Ben Bowers. You’ve already read Ben’s first thoughts on the iPhone, but be sure to catch all his posts here. Bowers, based here in New York, will be focused on keeping you in [...]

Made for Beijing, by Adidas

Eric Yang — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:21:53 +0000

If you haven’t sacrificed years of your life to training and you’re not already in Beijing, chances are slim that you’ll be at the Olympics this year. Like most Americans, including myself, you’ll probably spend part of your August 8th week gazing at a jumbotron scoreboard (your HDTV) with an athletic beverage (cold beer) in [...]

Zac Tool Trenching Shovel

Eric Yang — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:21:28 +0000

Some accuse me of being an urban dweller, but I can reassure you that I spent many a summer digging holes: holes for fence posts, holes for our family’s sprinkler syste, and holes for mafia hits. Er, scratch that last one. It’s unfortunate I had to rely on crap department store brands instead of a Zac [...]

Tempur-Pedic GrandPillow

Eric Yang — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:28:24 +0000

When you think of fine bedding what often comes to mind are high thread count sheet sets and luxury down comforters. While these an important part of sleep comfort, it’s easy to overlook your pillow. It’s time to treat yourself to the Tempur-Pedic GrandPillow. Their top of the line, ultra-luxurious pillow is every bit as [...]

Panerai Luminor 1950 Ceramic 8 Days Chrono Monopulsante GMT

Eric Yang — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 21:20:20 +0000

As many of you have come to realize, the guys here at Gear Patrol are big fans of Panerai watches. New models get released all the time, but few make as bold a statement as this watch here, the Panerai Luminor 1950 Ceramic 8 days Chrono Monopulsante. Otherwise referred to as PAM 317, this watch [...]

2009 Mazda6

Eric Yang — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:43:02 +0000

[click on image to enlarge] Suffice it to say, these days aren’t exactly ideal for car ownership. But giving up some of your monthly car payment allowance doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice image, quality or performance (and efficiency). Mazda’s laid a pretty impressive punch to the automarket with its 2009 Mazda6. The Mazda6, aestheticlaly, is [...]

Beijing Taxi Cards

Eric Yang — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:35:10 +0000

For those of you planning on being at Beijing’s international coming out party this summer (aka, the Olympics), having these guys in your pocket should go a long way in helping you reach the festivities. Featuring the most popular attractions, venues and destinations in Beijing, each card clearly displays the location name, along with detailed [...]

The Art of Shaving Carry On Kit

Eric Yang — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:28:52 +0000

[click on image to enlarge] One of the problems with shaving while you’re on the go is you’ve got a lot of moving parts, and bulky ones at that. We found a solution from The Art of Shaving that’s got you covered. It’s the Carry On Kit. It includes the four elements of the Perfect Shave®. [...]

Patagonia Men’s Runshade Top

Eric Yang — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:43:20 +0000

It’s a cool 60 degrees out with bright blue skies and a gentle breeze at your back. Perfect running weather… that is, 3 months ago. With 90+ degree temps, soaking wet humidity and the blaring sun, you’re probably dreading those morning runs. While we can’t do much about the weather you’re experiencing, we can help [...]