
Nike Gyakusou Delivers Stylish Rio-Inspired Running Gear
Initially unavailable outside of Rio, the Olympic line has dropped for a global audience.
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.
Initially unavailable outside of Rio, the Olympic line has dropped for a global audience.
By John Zientek
Trade Secrets from WFUV Program Director Rita Houston.
By John Zientek
How New Orleans’ jazz community came back from Katrina swingin’.
By John Zientek
From United Arrows and Beams to Kapital and Visvim.
By John Zientek
A status update on America’s signature musical art, from jazz legends to artists tangentially related to the genre.
By John Zientek
Native American Art, Visvim, and mid-century modern furniture coalesce.
By John Zientek
Why the music is key, and vinyl is romanticized.
By John Zientek
What started as boots for backcountry guides is now a menswear asset.
By John Zientek
Talking with Dave Barton of David Kind, to learn what makes the big differences in eyewear.
By John Zientek
Talking about his new collaboration with Timex, success in Japan, and a new US store.
By John Zientek
Hand-cut, handmade footwear and goods.
By John Zientek
Channel the spirit of the American West.
By John Zientek
The colors, fabrics and trends you need to know.
By John Zientek
A collaboration six years in the making.
By John Zientek
The Italian brands you need to know.
By John Zientek
Keep and open mind and explore different artistic possibilities.
By John Zientek
Venture out from solid colors and tortoiseshell.
By John Zientek
Keeping industry alive in Fall River, Massachusetts.
By John Zientek
Let your wardrobe reflect the holiday.
By John Zientek