When I was serving in the 2nd Ranger Battalion in the 90’s, we were issued a particularly unstylish but effective pair of ballistic sunglasses (pictured below). Not the “cool guy” Oakleys that have been in use by our soldiers for some time now. Oakley has really stepped up and poured tons of development money into […]
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Travel Nirvana with Sportubes Freerider Padded Ski Boot Bag
‘Tis the ski season and time to negotiate the busy airports as we travel to hit the slopes. One major question we discuss prior to travel is, do we bring or rent ski equipment. Since the airlines still don’t give a shit about how they handle your skis or golf clubs, we often struggle with […]
Gear Testers Wanted | Active Military, Veteran & First Responders Only
The Gear Bunker is unique to other gear sites. Mainly because it’s a veteran owned and operated gear review site. But since you’re reading this, I suppose you already know that. But what you didn’t know is that we’re looking to add to our staff of writers and content creators. If you fall into the […]
LifeSaver Launches Wayfarer | New Lightweight Water Purifier
Meet the LifeSaver WayfarerTM—the highest performing purifier on the market for under $100 March 14th, 2022 – Colchester, UK – LifeSaver®, UK-based manufacturer of elite water purification systems, announces the launch of its latest water purifier, the WayfarerTM. A perfect solution for backpackers, campers, and adventure travelers, the WayfarerTM is LifeSaver’s smallest, lightest, and most affordable […]
Breeo Introduces a New Way to Cook | SEARPLATE GRIDDLE
Breeo’s brand new SearPlate™ Griddle allows you to add a live-fire cooktop surface to your standard rim fire pit. With endless versatility thanks to its nonstick, carbon steel surface, this removable griddle cooks anything from pancakes to ribeye steaks. The SearPlate Griddle lets you take your kitchen’s favorite recipes outside and over the fire. Designed […]
The Alpha Driveway Shovel from DMOS Collective
As the snow continues to accumulate, I look forward to the task at hand. And with the new Alpha Driveway shovel from DMOS Collective, the job just got a bit easier. This Alpha dog has been groomed over four years. Constantly improving on previous models in the Alpha lineage. It’s raw, rugged and built to […]
GATORZ Eyewear Introduces OPz Lenses for Digital Devices
Optimized Polarized (OPz) for Digital Devices Carlsbad, CA – (March 2022) – GATORZ Eyewear has changed the game in polarized eyewear, introducing the Optimized Polarized (OPz) Lens for digital devices. Launching its OPz Lens, GATORZ is changing the way we interact with our digital displays while we are outdoors. The common problem that one has […]
P20i Tactical Flashlight from Nitecore | With i-Generation Technology
Nitecore’s new P20i is a heavy hitting 1800 lumen LED for only $89.99 Nitecore just introduced a competitively priced, feature packed Tactical LED Flashlight. At only $89.95, the P20i scorches the competition with a brightness of 1800 lumen that’s thrown 343 meters down range. Well suited for both law enforcement or military, the P20i has […]
Joolca HOTTAP Bag | Organize and Protect your essential gear
The heavy-duty HOTTAP Bag is custom-made to fit all components of HOTTAP as well as the off-grid plumbing kit. After using the Joolca HOTTAP V2 for over two years now, I finally have the perfect storage solution for the unit. I originally purchased the Nomad Kit which includes the kitchen sink…literally. All the components of […]
Bajio Sunglasses Launches Rx Program With Proprietary LAPIS Blue Light Blocking Technology
Performance Eyewear Brand Offers A Fresh Option For Those Looking For Alternative Prescription Eye Protection On The Water New Smyrna Beach, FL (September, 22 2021) – Bajío, the manufacturer of high-end performance fishing and lifestyle sunglasses, is excited to announce the launch of its Rx sunglass program, marking the brand’s first step into the prescription […]
Shaggy’s Copper Country Skis | Small town charm, big mountain skis
Located at the southeast end of Lake Charlevoix is Boyne City Michigan. A city that comes to life in the summer with several small boutique shops, friendly people, and great restaurants that offer a killer sunset over the lake. With a population of less than 4000 people, Boyne City is the epitome of a quaint […]
Living life sand free with the CGEAR Sand-Free Beach Towel
Living in Northern Michigan, it’s hard to test out a Sand-Free Beach Towel from CGEAR this time of year. 120″+ of snow and frozen lakes kind of shut down the beaches here. Fortunately, we escape this mess each winter by traveling. Sometimes to go skiing, other times to recharge our depleted vitamin D levels. This […]
2022 Ford Bronco Raptor Debuts as Most Powerful Street-Legal Bronco Ever
All-new 2022 Ford Bronco® Raptor™, designed and engineered by Ford Performance to be the world’s first Ultra4 Racing-inspired SUV, is capable of highway-speed desert-dune conquering and Baja rock-crawling Bronco Raptor packs extreme Built Wild™ capability and durability with an exclusive twin-turbo 3.0-liter EcoBoost® engine targeted to deliver more than 400 horsepower*, a Raptor HOSS 4.0 […]
The adjustable Nightour LED Table Lamp from Olight
The OLIGHT Nightour LED Table Lamp is something a little different from the typical outdoors or tactical type gear that I usually review. The Nightour is constructed from a lightweight aluminum alloy weighting only 14.82 oz. At a height of 15.61in, the Nightour is at home on a desk or night table. Powered by a […]