Gear Patrol Magazine Issue Eighteen

Deep Cut: Behind the Scenes with a Knife-Making Genius
Nobody crafts knives quite like Quintin Middleton. Probably because his story is one of a kind.

The New Neutral: Unisex Clothing Gains Prominence in the Outdoors
Brands are putting more time and energy into creating genderless outdoor gear and apparel, but will the movement stick around?

How the Iconic Royal Oak Is Giving Rise to Fresh Watch Design
Prestigious luxury watches have led to more creative and accessible watches for all.

Northern Exposure: How Canada Became Home to Trail Running’s Next Big Thing
Many upstart brands claim to have dreamt up the latest breakthrough. Thanks to one transformative ingredient, Montreal's Norda may have actually done it.
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Finger Paint: Celebs Are Betting Big on Nail Art
Unlike a category like liquor, where just anyone can own a label even if they’re sober, the five musicians behind these brands really wear the stuff.

The Best Kind of Wok For Your Home Kitchen
J. Kenji López-Alt is the internet's go-to mad scientist of home cooking. His latest experiment: convincing you to buy a wok.

Turning Back Time: Why Parchie Is So Much More Than a Kids’ Watch Brand
Cara Barrett’s colorful timepieces may be aimed at the younger set, but their appeal extends to all ages.
By Chris Wright

Paraphernalia Paradox: How the Best Weed Gear Became So Hard to Get
Canna-business is booming. Why is it so hard to buy decent gear?

The Glossary of Grilling: Everything You Need for Amazing Outdoor Feasts
These terms, advice, expert opinions and products will guarantee the tastiest summer ever.
By Tyler Chin, Will Price, Jack Seemer, and John Zientek

The 12 Best Style & Grooming Products of Summer 2022
Survive the summer heat in style.
By Gear Patrol

The 12 Best Fitness Products of Summer 2022
Celebrate the sweat this summer with these hot fitness picks.
By Ben Emminger

The 12 Best Travel Products of Summer 2022
The right gear makes exploring easy.
By Gear Patrol

Setting the Record Straight: Inside Bulgari’s Rise to the Top of the Watch World
With eight world records in as many years, Bulgari’s Octo line reeled the famed jeweler from the fringes of horology to watchmaking’s elite center. Where does the brand go from here?
By Oren Hartov

The 12 Best Home Products of Summer 2022
From the finest grill to the coolest canned cocktail you can buy, here's everything you need to have a great summer — at home.
By Tyler Chin and Tucker Bowe

The 2022 Summer Gear Awards: Full List of Winners
Covering home, style, outdoors, fitness and travel, these 60 standout products are perfect for the season to come.
By Gear Patrol

The 12 Best Outdoors Products of Summer 2022
When it comes to high-performance outdoor gear, this is the pick of the litter.
By Hayley Helms and Zen Love

South African Rangers Have an Unlikely New Ally: E-Bikes
Swedish e-bike manufacturer Cake lends a hand — and some souped-up wheels — to anti-poaching efforts across the globe.

These Electric Vehicle Concepts Are Cool and Weird, in a Good Way
The future of transportation is battery-electric. These concepts suggest it may be exactly what you’ve always wanted.
By Tyler Duffy

Turn over a New Leaf with Our Favorite Plant-Based Fitness Gear
Plant-based diets? That’s old hat. Try plant-based shoes, bags, apparel and more.
By Hayley Helms