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At the range or on the hunt, the Howard Leight Impact Sport Electronic Shooting Earmuff keeps you protected from hazardous noise. If you’ve ever been to a shooting range, you’ve probably heard the term, “eyes and ears”. This is a shortened term for the most basic and essential pieces of safety equipment required for a […]
It’s December and for me and a few friends, that means our annual trip to Iowa to hunt Whitetail Deer. Every year, I study the weather leading up to the hunt to determine what type of clothing I need to pack. This year, I was fortunate enough to be given a Super Down ULTRA Jacket from KUIU […]
For those who travel overland, their rigs are their temples. Well thought-out and organized for self reliance and efficiency. At least, that’s what I’d like to think our FJ Cruiser embodies. As I set out on various adventures, I constantly run through my gear checklists. Meticulously loading the vehicle and insuring everything is somehow secured. […]
When I first entered the Marine Corps there was no handheld GPS to tell me where I was and how to get to my destination. We had to learn how to use a compass and protractor with our maps. Land Navigation courses were taught with the old school military issue Lensatic compasses and a map […]
Just when I thought I had my Overland rig sorted out, Yakima comes out with a versatile new platform system. Designed with the Overland market in mind, the LockNLoad system provides a solid platform in which you can mount a roof top tent, lights, spare tire, recovery gear or a ton of other accessories. Well, […]
One lesson I have learned from hunting is the importance of having binoculars. I realized I needed binos to glass my surroundings during my first hunting trip. Besides having a good set of binoculars, having a functional harness helps keep binos accessible and secure. While searching for a harness, Sitka’s Mountain Optics Harness was one […]
Here in Alaska, a good pair of sunglasses is a must. Between ridiculous amounts of sun in the summer and painful snow glare in the winter a good set of sunglasses can be the difference between a great day of fun and adventure and a migraine headache. At the beginning of the summer, we were […]
In the quest to outfit my Toyota Tundra for Overland use, countless hours have been spent scouring the interwebz for specific products. Watching reviews (yes, we watch others review products as well) to figure out what works and what doesn’t. The Rigid Insert Panel-MOLLE (RIP-M) from Grey Man Tactical is the result of both research […]
As the weather begins to shift away from the summer heat and into cooler nights. Hunters begin to get a little antsy. Hunting season is fast approaching and this is the time to get your kit sorted out before fall. KUIU, a leading manufacturer in technical hunting gear, provides everything from base layers to waterproof […]
Over the years the writers at The Gear Bunker have offered their opinions on many types and brands of holsters. Here we take a closer look at a small Veteran owned company, Gundo Holsters. A few years ago, I attended several long range shooting classes at Marksmanship Training Center. Most recently, I attended a red […]
I was first introduced to Gatorz Eyewear by one of my Platoon Sergeants when I saw him wearing them while doing jumpmaster checks on the airfield. He eventually packed them for our deployment, which surprised me since we were all issued a competitor that everyone already loved. However, after getting his feedback, and trying the […]
Best way to travel Costa Rica, Nomad America It’s been a few years since we last visited Costa Rica. With coastlines on the Caribbean Sea to the east and Pacific Ocean to the west, this volcanic country has a diverse geography. There are 14 known volcanoes with the tallest measuring over 11,000′. And six of […]
With fall approaching and temperatures dropping, I find my jacket selection more challenging before I head out the door. Morning lows are in the 40’s but temperatures still reach the 70’s later in the day. Finding the right piece of gear is important. I never considered myself a “vest guy” but sometimes, it’s just the […]
Born from the Swiss Alps, Mammut has been producing climbing and outdoor gear for almost 160 years. So when I was asked to take a look at their new Sertig II Low Multi Purpose shoe, I jumped at the chance. When I first opened the box, I was a bit perplexed. It looks and feels […]