

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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Audio
The Best Boutique Fuzz Pedals to Upgrade Your Pedalboard
The pedal industry is in a renaissance now, and there are countless options for great fuzz pedals.
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Style
Mr Porter Releases Your New Favorite Line of Style Essentials
All the pieces you need, with the taste you expect.
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Style
The Best Boots for the Outdoorsman, According to the Official State Photographer of Texas
Over three decades of wear.
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Briefings
Staff Picks 2017: John Zientek, Style Writer
Books, music, a cave bear skeleton and more.
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Style
Save up to 40% on Top-Tier Winter Outerwear Now
Seven of the best jackets to invest in now.
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Watches
Todd Snyder and Timex Reissue Classic Watches in Exclusive Colorways
New colors, classic designs.
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Footwear
Your New Favorite Winter Boot: The Hand-Sewn Hunter
A hand-stitched moc-toe upper, a lace-up closure and a comfortable but durable sole.
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Style
Stock Up on Jeans as Low as $14 with This Levi’s Mega Sale
Most everything is $20 or less.
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Style
One of Our Favorite EDC Brands Now Offers Knives Made in the USA
A modern take on the Japanese higonokami.
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Your Favorite Bootmaker Just Launched a Line of Premium Leather Wallets and Accessories
Wallets, belts, gloves and more.
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Road-Tripping Route 66 with the Cult Japanese Brand Kapital
Five states, 2,300 miles and 12,000 photos.
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Great Chelsea Boots for Fall, Now on Sale
From Folk, Common Projects and Tricker’s.
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New Sustainable Wardrobe Essentials for Everyone
You don’t have to drain your savings to buy sustainable clothing.
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Grooming
The One Hair Product You Need to Add to Your Grooming Regimen
Italian barber Gian Antonio Pisterzi makes a case for hydration.
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Style
Save $200 on This Vintage-Inspired Leather Moto Jacket
Made for Taylor Stitch by SF-based Golden Bear.
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Style
Save Big on Fall Outerwear Before the First Cold Snap
From leather jackets to top coats.
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Style
How to Make Your Clothes Look Better and Last Longer
Washing your clothes by hand is friendly on fabric — and easy on the wallet.
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You Can Score the Timex x Red Wing Waterbury Watch for Only $75
Simple, classic design.
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