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I’ve been using an earlier version of the 5.11 RUSH12 backpack as my EDC and travel pack for the past two years. And it’s definitely one of my favorites. At the beginning of 2021 5.11 announced their updated line of RUSH packs, the 2.0 series with some clever enhanced features. I was immediately interested as […]
This isn’t the first Helinox product we’ve put through the paces over the years. In fact, the Helinox Sunset Chairs have become our favorite throne when packing light. And the FJ Cruisers limited space requires us to be mindful when packing for a trip. So when Helinox sent me the Table One Large Hard Top […]
The X-Series fire pit from Breeo is the original smokeless fire pit built in Lancaster, PA. For the last 10 years, Breeo’s been refining and perfecting their designs to produce the finest smokeless fire pit in the world. After spending the entire summer around the X-30 fire pit, I can personally attest to the quality of […]
A compass matters. A good compass is not hard to come by, but oftentimes it can be something of a pain to deal with. This is especially true during squad movements. As a backup navigator, I’m constantly checking my buddies heading to make sure he’s good to go and that we’re on course. Pulling out […]
New from Studies and Observations Group (SOG), comes the American made Out The Front Pentagon. Designed and built with the professional in mind, this fast deploying automatic knife is rock solid when needed most. Utilizing SOG’s Dynamic Locking System, the Pentagon is one of the sturdiest OTF knifes once deployed. A common problem with OTF […]
When it comes to your EDC one of the most ignored items is a light. I get it, a gun, a folding EDC knife, possibly a multitool, a reload, keys, cell phone, and more can fill your pockets up fast. With that in mind and my own hatred of full pockets, I picked up a […]
Minimalist design meet maximum performance in the new ZT0230 from Danish designer Jens Ansø When I first received the ZT0230 for review, I had mixed feelings on this design. Up until now, all of my folding knives have one form of locking mechanism or another. This slip-joint design is a non locking pocket knife. This […]
I recently received a Yeti Boomer 8 Dog Bowl to review. I know it’s not the usual type of gear we review here on The Gear Bunker, but being a dog lover I was really looking forward to the opportunity to check out this piece of K9 kit. Initially thinking I was being sent a […]
Yeti is continuing its mission to over-engineer products and charge a fair amount of coin for it. The new Trailhead Camp Chair is no exception. Built to the same bombproof standards as their Hondo Basecamp Chair which I previously reviewed. The Trailhead Camp Chair borrows some of the same tech but re-engineers how it folds. […]
When it comes to everyday carry (EDC) items, few tools are as versatile and essential as an EDC folding knife. Whether you need to open packages, perform light-cutting tasks, or handle emergency situations, a high-quality EDC folding knife is a must-have companion. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know […]
If you haven’t heard, Breeo recently introduced an innovative new product in their Smokeless Firepit product line. We’ve been lucky enough to get our hands on one of the first examples and we love it so far. Much like the X-Series smokeless Firepits, The new Y-Series retains a lot of the same proven technology. But […]
When enjoying the outdoors, going for walks or rucking in low light conditions, having a safety light is helpful on those adventures. Safety lights can also mark tripping hazards at the campsite or warn nightly auto traffic that someone is walking along a road. In the worst case, safety lights can help signal the location […]
The NU07LE is specifically designed for Law Enforcement Nitecore offers one of the largest selections of LED lights I’ve seen in awhile. Specializing in products ranging from tactical flashlights to outdoor lighting and power solutions specially designed for law enforcement and military departments. So we’re going to take a closer look at some of their […]
Traveling across the United States from Ohio to Arizona and back as a younger kid, I experienced a memorable trip. One year, on our return trip while pulling a trailer full of household items from my grandmother’s house, we encountered nasty snow and ice in Flagstaff, AZ. The icy conditions led to a puncture in […]