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I’ve been a fan of Jason Statham’s Transporter series and the Mechanic series. Both roles require Jason to be in peak physical condition. Every confrontation he finds himself in, he dominates. He goes into each one confident and capable. That’s where the Jason Statham Workout routine comes into play. There is a direct correlation between […]
Look at you with your red, white and blue t-shirt for the 4th of July. And your American flag themed bathing suit. Well, Costa Sunglasses added a few accessory options for your patriotic outfit. Nine different pairs of sunglasses from their new Freedom Series, complete with a red, white and blue theme and star spangled […]
Part of surviving this COVID-19 mess is to make your body as unattractive as possible to the virus. By working out on a regular basis, you’re exercising your cardiovascular system, elevating your body temperature, and hopefully hydrating. For more information on this, visit the GORUCK blog post that talks about surviving COVID-19. With everyone, for […]
To all the Veterans out there, we raise our glasses and offer our sincere thanks for your service. Happy Veterans Day! Many workplaces throughout the United States, and abroad, employ Veterans. If you’re a Veteran, then this is the day that we recognize, and thank you for your service. Often on Veterans Day, Veterans are […]
What do you think of when someone mentions human performance? Personally, I think of the Bourne Legacy movie where Jeremy Renner has to take his ‘chems’ on a regular basis to sustain his superhuman performance both physically and mentally. Those supposed ‘chems’ keep him at the top of his game for the operations he’s tasked with. […]
Whether protecting a client, watching over a venue, or working to keep a crowd safe, the Mission Ready Oxford shoes help you stay focused and ready. Built for those that need a business casual/dress shoe capable of moving in a dynamic environment. The comfort level of these shoes is outstanding. There is no break-in period […]
When I first heard about the Apple AirPods and looked them up, I was immediately turned off by the price. Why in the world would I pay $160 for a pair of earbuds? So I continued to use my old school wired earbuds and even got a Bluetooth pair that had a wire between them. […]
Within military units, especially special operations, you’ll commonly hear the phrase ‘get off the X’. The X represents ground zero when engaged in combat or a fight for your life. In the military, we were trained to do whatever it takes to get off the X quickly so that we reduce the chance of casualties […]
One of the benefits of owning The Gear Bunker is the ability to test and review some of the industry’s coolest and cutting edge products. Vertx has provided me with an interesting piece of kit that will appeal to the CIA, Executive Security, James Bond types. Designed for situations requiring the need to pack a […]
As you may have noticed with much of my content, I’ve got a heavy interest in men’s lifestyle clothing brands that offer me the ability to both move in a dynamic environment and be lethal if the situation warrants. Mobility equals survivability; a phrase coined by Pat McNamara. You need to be able to move […]
I’ve been running through the Violent Nomad workout routine since I’ve read about it in the 100 Deadly Skills book. It’s one of the best and simplest workouts you can do anywhere. You don’t need a gym full of fancy equipment. Use your imagination and get creative with the exercises. Part of living a preparedness […]
Once and awhile while searching the internet, you come across a really cool product. A product that’s not only made in the USA, but made with repurposed material by an American firefighter. Recycled Firefighter, as the name implies, uses anything from decommissioned fire hose, to old nomex clothing and discarded combat boot leather. They produce […]
5.11 Tactical continues to expand it’s fashionable, and functional, options for women’s clothing. The Defender Flex Slim Jean is a great next step. “Sleek, tapered lines and unbeatable comfort make the Women’s Defender-Flex slim-fit jean a great choice. Pair any wash with a blouse, jacket and boots for a smart business casual or weekend look.” […]
A new offering from one of my favorite watch companies. MTM | Watch. If you’ve been reading The Gear Bunker for any length of time, you’d know that we’ve reviewed several variations from MTM | Watch. The new and very limited edition US-744X is a modern and elegant offering yet still retains the classic durability […]