The Gear Bunker
The first compact rooftop tent that saves valuable mounting space for all the gear you love. Leave nothing behind with the newest rooftop tent from Thule. At just half of the width of traditional models, the Thule Tepui Foothill’s innovative design is spacious enough to comfortably sleep two adults, while preserving enough room to carry […]
About 6 weeks before the event, I get a text from a friend in Tennessee. The discussion turns to the Red Clay Rally scheduled for 16-18 October 2020. Having never heard of the event, I decide to dig a little deeper. Not too much info online, just a deliberately vague website and a few videos depicting stuck […]
Ever since the announcement of Sig’s new P365 micro-compact pistol, I’ve eagerly anticipated its arrival. At SHOT Show, I had the pleasure of handling the pistol at the Sig Sauer booth but missed the opportunity to shoot it on Range Day. Apparently, Sig Sauer has their own range day and doesn’t participate in the Industry Day […]
Fort Worth, Texas CMC Triggers’ new KRAGOS Glock® compatible slide symbolizes victory and strength, much like that of the Greek God in which the name was inspired. The KRAGOS Slide solidifies CMC’s reputation for producing premium aftermarket Glock® parts and accessories. The aggressively sleek design and enhanced aesthetics of the KRAGOS™ improve accuracy and performance […]
Looking to hit the trails in Fords new Bronco? Check out the recent introduction of the Bronco Overland Concept Only a couple months after Ford revealed their 2021 Bronco, they’ve wasted no time accessorizing this beast to cater to various segments. And the most recent build-out is geared towards the rapidly growing overland market. Nestled […]
Whether I’m backpacking, kayak camping or traveling overland, my first priority in the morning is always brewing coffee. I have a Black Rifle Coffee t-shirt that reads, “But first, coffee”. And that about sums up my routine in the morning. At home, my options are easy, Keurig or Espresso Machine. On the trail or shores […]
Daytona Beach, Fla. – October 8, 2020 Long known for high-quality, on-water eyewear, Costa®Sunglasses is proud to announce its latest special line of frames, the Freedom Series, highlighting the brand’s partnership with Freedom Fighter Outdoors (FFO). The new Freedom Series sunglasses feature many of the most popular Costa frame styles in patriotic-inspired colorways, while supporting Freedom […]
The weather on Mother Earth affects everything we do, from recreational activities to tactical operations and everything in between. How we manage the weather can influence the outcome of whatever activity we’re partaking in. The Kestrel 3500 Weather Meter is a handy compact instrument that is expertly calibrated to keep you aware of the weather […]
One of the essential items I’ve found while traveling Overland is a good set of tools. If you plan to take to the hills for an extended period of time and put your rig to the test, things can break. And they do. Being stranded in the middle of nowhere without the means to patch […]
Irvine, CA (September 17, 2020) – 5.11, Inc., the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear and gear, has debuted a weekly podcast, “Call to Service” – Presented by 5.11. The mission of the podcast is to provide an inside look into the lives of public safety personnel and provide dialogue between professionals. Guests vary from […]
Los Angeles – September 16, 2020 – MTM WATCH, known for its value-laden watches designed with unparalleled accuracy and engineered to withstand extreme conditions, has announced the release of its newest timepiece, the Oconus. Elegant in design, this Limited-Edition timepiece is built with optimum performance and exceptional reliability in mind. Presented in titanium, the Oconus’ cases come […]
An essential part of Overlanding is traveling self sufficient. Bringing the right tools to fix a broken vehicle. Proper recovery gear to get yourself unstuck. Food, water filtration, first aid, etc. Taking that mentality a step further is increasing ones ability to live off the grid for an extended period of time. After outfitting my […]
After owning a Tacoma, three Tundras and an FJ Cruiser, all with impeccable service records and resale, why am I now considering a Jeep Wrangler? Well, in full disclosure, it’s for my 17 year old son. Together, we’ve gone to Moab and Colorado the last couple of years and did just fine with both the […]
For the past few years, Midland Radio has been a fantastic partner to The Gear Bunker. Always willing to provide radios and batteries for our various adventures. We continue to use these products not just because they provide us with them. But because they are fantastic performers. In fact, I chose to permanently install the […]