If you’ve been following The Gear Bunker for a while, you may recognize the name Midland Radio. We’ve tested several of their products, from hand held radios to the longer range, vehicle-mounted MicroMobile radios, and batteries. Midland produces very high-quality and reasonably priced radios for consumer and commercial applications. They’re so good that The Gear […]
TechCapsule 2.8L from Phoozy | Essential Everyday Carry Pouch
As a frequent traveler, I’m always looking for the best way to pack and organize my gear. Typically, I prefer to carry my luggage on the aircraft versus checking bags. So maximizing organization is a key component to fitting everything into a carry-on. Phoozy, best known for their thermal protective cases for tablets and phones. […]
Best Pistol Light: OLIGHT PL-Pro Valkyrie (Review)
The PL-PRO Valkyrie is the rechargeable version of the best-selling pistol light PL-2. Powered by a built-in rechargeable battery, the PL-PRO delivers two adjustable outputs; 1,500 and 300 lumens. If you’re looking for the best pistol light and don’t want to break the bank, check out the PL-PRO Valkyrie from Olight.1500 lumens and a 280-meter […]
Preparing for a pandemic with the ReadyWise Emergency Food Supply
April 2020, COVID-19 pandemic kicks off. We all saw it, empty shelves at the grocery stores. People were panicking and stocking up on essentials. Food staples like water, milk, eggs, meat, flour etc. And apparently toilet paper? The toilet paper shortage was a whole different story but you know what I’m talking about. The time […]
Joolca HOTTAP Season Review | Is it worth it?
Ever since the COVID lockdown, I noticed one thing. People were getting cabin fever pretty quickly. RV’s, side-by-sides, Jeeps and car dealerships were selling through their inventory at record pace. People were leaving the metropolitan areas and getting outside. I too decided to spend a few weekends sleeping in the Michigan wilderness. It was so […]
BCA 3.0 | The evolution of the Bravo Concealment BCA Holster
Depending on the season, I transition between my every day carry firearms. In the warmer months, I carry a sub-compact Sig Sauer P365 with an inside the waist belt holster due to its deeper concealment under lighter clothing. As the temps drop and I begin wearing heavier clothing, I make the transition to my trusty Glock 19. […]
2A-Armament Regulated Bolt Carrier | Review
As an avid fan and occasional participant of motor sports, I appreciate the fine details and skill needed to build a fast, lightweight and capable machine. Exotic materials like carbon fiber and titanium alloy. As well as engineers willing to push the limits of lightweight designs in order to deliver a winning edge for their […]
CMMG RipStock | Rapid Deployment Buttstock
Short Barreled Rifles or SBR’s are all the rage. While most people concentrate on the barrel of their SBR build, they often neglect the other end of the rifle. The buttstock, one of the three critical interfaces with a shooter’s body can also be shortened for overall compactness. And CMMG has a new twist on […]
Yeti Panga 75 Duffel | Keeping your gear dry
Inclement weather can rain on your parade at any point while living in the outdoors. Being prepared with the proper equipment can make a potentially miserable situation better. Having served in the 2nd Ranger Battalion and lived in the Pacific Northwest for 12 years, I’m no stranger to being wet. In fact, South Rainier training […]
Upgrade with the SoftSeal Gel Ear Pads from Ready Up Gear
Hearing protection is a crucial piece of gear to have when working in any noisy environment. And a day at the shooting range can have a detrimental effect on your hearing if not properly protected. “Eye’s and ears” are the first protective items I grab from the range bag as I pull up to the […]
Joolca EnSuite and shower | Portable Hot Water | Part 2
In part 1, I briefly went over the sink set-up from the HOTTAP v2 Nomad Kit. Part 2 focuses on the better half in my opinion. The EnSuite and hot shower. “En Suite”, by definition means, “(of a bathroom) immediately adjoining a bedroom and forming part of the same set of rooms.”all rooms have en-suite […]
The Delta by Gatorz Eyewear | A bold lifestyle frame for men & women
Back in 1989, Gatorz recognized a need for rugged aluminum framed eyewear. Producing a brand of eyewear that could be relied on by military and LEO personnel to stand up to any mission. The new Delta frame from Gatorz was a welcome addition for me. After wearing several of the company’s wrap frames for years […]
Ladder 34 Rescued Goods | Upcycled Firehose Belt
Upcycling, repurposing, recycling, rescuing. These terms are becoming more and more prevalent in manufacturing these days. Ladder 34, located in my home state of Michigan, is rescuing unserviceable fire hoses and repurposing them into belts, bags, wallets and other creative accessories. I can’t recall how I came across this company, most likely while surfing the […]
Ultra Lochi from Beyond | A sustainable 2 in 1 Jacket
After much success with their Prima Lochi Reversible Jacket, Beyond Clothing went back to the drawing board. To further develop and improve one of their best jackets. And came up with the new Ultra Lochi. Keeping with their reversible design and well thought out color combinations, Beyond Clothing concentrated on the smaller details. Some visible, […]