
Buying Guides


Testing Fly-Fishing Gear in the Catskills, with the Help of 3 Professional Guides
Three seasoned fly-fishing guides showed us their favorite personal spots and tested the best gear of the season.
By Chris Wright

The Best Gifts for Your Girlfriend
Forgo elaborate romantic gestures in favor of practical (but still luxurious) gifts she’ll actually use.
By Emily Singer

The Best Gifts for Your Friends
It’s more than just covering the next round, it’s a symbol of your friendship.
By John Zientek

The Best Gifts for Your Clients
Show them you appreciate their business (without seeming desperate).

The Best Gifts for Your Coworkers
Whether you need a Secret Santa present or you’re making up for that holiday party disaster — or both.
By Tucker Bowe

Complete Ski Kits for the Resort, Terrain Park and Backcountry
It’s not about how good you are, it’s about how good you look.

The Best Deals of Cyber Monday: Adventure
Deals from the best online retailers and travel sites, including The North Face, Carhartt, Fiji Airways and more.
By Gear Patrol

The Best Deals of Cyber Monday: Tech
Deals from the best online retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy and more.
By Tucker Bowe

17 Perfect Gifts for the Dapper Man
The best gift ideas for the Dapper Man, selected by Gear Patrol experts, to make shopping for men a breeze.
By John Zientek

17 Perfect Gifts for the Mediaphile
The mediaphile is always two steps ahead — so how do you avoid gifting him something that’s two holidays behind?
By Tucker Bowe

17 Perfect Gifts for the Designer
The best holiday gift ideas for the designer, selected by our experts, to make shopping for men a breeze.

A Guide to the American Watch Renaissance
A “Made in the USA” watch, by FTC standards, is almost an impossibility today.
By Chris Wright

Conquer Winter with the Year’s Best Snowshoes
Glide effortlessly over several-foot-deep powder.
By AJ Powell

5 Keychains to Up Your EDC Game
The right keychain can play a crucial role in your arsenal.

The Best Multitools of 2016
Pocket-sized, dependable and good for just about any job — a great multitool is a must-have. Here are our favorite multitools of 2016.


5 Vintage European Luxury Cars Worth Their Asking Price
They may have had price tags that made your eyes water 30 years ago, but now these grails are well within reach.

Winter Sucks. Make It Fun with a Snowmobile
The upcoming winter is poised to be a vicious one. Don’t get caught out.

What to Wear While Driving
Because there’s no reason you shouldn’t stay stylish and comfortable behind the wheel.