

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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Grooming
3 Ways to Cut Your Hair This Summer
Meet the Shaved Head, the Grown Out Hipster, and the Rocker.
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Audio
15 Albums We’re Looking Forward to Listening to This Summer
New tunes from a wide variety of genres to usher in the sunny months.
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Audio
26 Years After His Death, a Forgotten Musician Makes His Return
Composer Julius Eastman became known for his viscerally intense, provocatively titled modern classical music.
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Style
How Japanese Fabrics Influence Alex Drexler’s Clothing Design
Learning detail from a few Japanese brands.
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The North Face’s New Backpack Makes Life Easier with One Click
New designs for the urban commuter.
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A Handmade, Stylish Cowboy Boot for Less Than $250
Crafted in León, Mexico, from premium calfskin.
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The Perfect Athletic Shoe, Made by Hand
Stylish guys love them, marathon runners swear by them.
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Five Favorites from the Arc’teryx Veilance Spring Collection
Beat the spring showers in style.
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Can a Fashion Brand Make a Better Outdoor Backpack?
A technical backpack that can hang with the best.
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Review: Rimowa’s Budget-Friendly Polycarbonate Case Doesn’t Disappoint
Traveling through Mexico with a German luxury brand.
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Here’s Your MLB Fan Uniform, Courtesy of Levi’s
Pick up a new jacket before the start of the season (If you’re a fan of the Red Sox, Dodgers, Yankees or Giants).
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For Your Next Pair of Sunglasses, Try Natural Horn
Separate yourself from acetate and plastic.
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An Interview with the Man Taking Fashion Photography Off the Grid
Shooting on location across the world.
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Archive
The Best Meat Cookbooks for the Home Chef
From breaking down a pig to grilling homemade sausage, these are the books for your inner carnivore.
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A Stunning Folding Chair, Inspired By Adventure
Brass, leather and reclaimed Texas pecan wood.
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Minimalist Sneakers, Made from Merino Wool
Sustainable materials in a new style of shoe.
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A Budget-Friendly Blazer Built to Stand the Test of Time
Made from Italian fabric and backed with three decades of repairs, free of charge.
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Rugged Butcher Aprons That Don’t Sacrifice Style
Denim and leather aprons for cooking over the grill or in the kitchen.
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Audio
The Best Clubs Across America for Enjoying Live Jazz
A tour through jazz’s cross-country journey from red light to spotlight.
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