

John Zientek
Managing Editor
John Zientek has worked on Gear Patrol’s editorial staff since 2015. His passion for manufacturing, design, and the creative process has taken him from remote towns to major cities worldwide to tell stories about the people, places, and cultures that shape superlative products. When not helping guide Gear Patrol’s editorial strategy, he enjoys loud music indoors, soft music outdoors, and life’s natural song when there’s no music at all. You can often find him cooking outdoors or walking near large bodies of water in Northern California.
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This Brand Makes One of the Most Sought-After Waxed Canvas Jackets
Designed by Portland resident Michael Elias.
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Footwear
8 New Boots We Can’t Wait to Wear This Spring
From Lucchese, White’s, Viberg, Rancourt and more.
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It’s Hard to Beat the Quality of This Japanese Chukka Boot
Featuring Goodyear-welt construction, Vibram soles and French calf leather that was tanned in Japan.
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The New Carhartt WIP Sunglasses Are Beyond Hip
Handmade with Italian Mazzucchelli acetate and Carl Zeiss lenses.
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Deals
A Ton of Rain Jackets Are Highly Discounted at This Huge Sale
Functional jackets from Swedish stalwart Stutterheim.
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Filson Made a Rugged Suede Backpack Worth the Cash
Made with North American hides, thickened in the cold and tanned in Chicago by Horween.
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This Japanese Brand Makes Boxers That Are Actually Cool
A range of tasteful designs.
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These Iconic Persol Sunglasses Are Now Just $85
The classic Italian folding sunglasses.
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Filson Just Released Your New Favorite Shorts
Made from 4.5-ounce cotton that’s treated for water resistance.
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This Is the Ideal Overshirt for Spring
The Utility Shirt made from 9.5-ounce cotton herringbone fabric.
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Preppy Is Back. Here’s How to Wear It
Including Todd Snyder, Rowing Blazers, Rancourt and more.
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This Low Profile Boot Is Perfect for Everyday Wear
Save $60 when you pre-order today.
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This American-Made Bomber Jacket Is on Sale
A classic style with a shearling collar.
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Deals
You Need a Boot Dryer and This One Is on Sale
From industry-recommended brand Peet.
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These Rugged Boots Are Made in Colorado
An exclusive collaboration with Oakland retailer Standard and Strange.
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What Globetrotting Suit-Seller Mark Cho Has in His Cart
A high-end watch, a German pen, a seersucker jacket and more.
By John Zientek