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Flashback a few years to Outdoor Retailer Summer Market when two military veterans walk into a massive convention center in Salt Lake City for the first time. Once we pick up our media credentials and shuffle into the overwhelming mass of vendors, manufacturers, buyers and the like. One of our first memorable experiences is observing a […]
Awhile back a friend of mine Jay Brown reached out letting me know that he had started making knives and that he wanted to make one for me. How could I refuse an offer like that? He asked for some basic specifications for the blade. And I told him I wanted. Something small and light, […]
I picked up the AeroPress coffee maker with the intention of having a packable, go-anywhere alternative to make a quick cup of coffee in the office, on the road, or out hiking or camping in the great Alaskan outdoors. I didn’t expect that it would quickly become my primary method of getting my morning fix. […]
When I’m packing my go-bag, there are two items I always have in the admin pocket. A good pen and a small light. In some of my travel backpacks, the Streamlight that I typically pack is a bit too thick to slide into a pen pocket. Fortunately, I recently discovered the OPen 2 from Olight. […]
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 […]
‘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 […]
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 […]
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’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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]