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Moving long distances with a rifle can be cumbersome, but sometimes necessary. But other times, with a long gun, it is sometimes best to store it on your back until you get close to where you need to use it. Kifaru designed their Scabbard to serve as a solution for those long-distance movements. They were […]
I have always been fascinated by gear companies’ product improvements. The Flash Optics Harness is Sitka’s updated version of the Mountain Optics Harness. When asked if I wanted to try it out, I gladly accepted and was interested in how it would compare to the Mountain Harness. Flash Optics Harness Overview Starting at the harness’s […]
The Vault is Uncharted’s new 65-liter duffel bag for many adventures. When operating out of a base camp, it is a good idea to have a duffel bag ready to store bulky items or dry clothes that may be needed during the trip. Having spent plenty of time in the humid forests of Louisiana with […]
Building a hunt system should include a durable pair of pants. Since I am building a lightweight system, I decided to compare Sitka’s Ascent and Equinox Guard pants. Sitka was kind enough to send me the pants during deer hunting season. Below is a table highlighting some of the details of both pants for a […]
Hip packs offer adventurers an option to carry gear when there is no need or desire to bring a backpack. Hip packs also force outdoor enthusiasts to carry only the essentials. Uncharted Supply Co. has provided outdoor enthusiasts with the Park Pack to carry those essentials. Uncharted Supply Co. was generous enough to send me […]
Being fast and agile in the woods is crucial when chasing prey, which means looking hard at the gear you carry. In the book The Battle for Hunger Hill, the author describes one technique he implemented to make his infantry battalion faster and more responsive against the Opposing Forces at the Joint Readiness Training Center […]
In preparation for the Christmas season, it is helpful to have a guide to brainstorm what to get for the adventurer, shooter, hunter, and everyday life. Below are some items that I use and would recommend for Christmas gifts, as well as some honorable mentions. Enjoy, and I hope it helps! Gifts For Everyday AeroPress […]
An uncomfortable feeling is having a wind chill you on the range. Having a layer block the wind while keeping you free to move is vital in all situations. Tomahawk Performance presents a solution to blocking wind in their Crosswind Jacket. They were also kind enough to send us one of these jackets to try. […]
Shirts serve a variety of roles, from protecting wearers to showing a person’s style. Helikon-Tex was inspired by their Modern Battle Dress Uniform (MBDU) shirt to create a classier version. The result is the MBDU Flannel, which Helikon-Tex was kind enough to send us here at The Gear Bunker to try. “The fact that you […]
For our audience in the Eastern U.S., Sitka is releasing a new OPTIFADE camouflage pattern for the greener hunting seasons. Check out the launch below if you want more information on OPTIFADE Cover. OPTIFADE Cover is designed to work well in the Eastern region’s early hunting season and year-round for the Southeastern region. Sitka will […]
Looking sharp can help make a meaningful first impression. One part of looking sharp is ensuring your hairstyle lasts through the day and your skin is cared for. Lox and Company provide men with the tools to look sharp and honor the legacies of the U.S. Armed Forces and other great men. Our pomades use […]
For folks who have a K-9 friend, knowing how to apply K-9 first aid is a needed skill. Along with knowing K-9 first aid, having a dedicated first aid kit (FAK) for your furry friend is crucial. Uncharted Supply Co. took inspiration from an experience of dealing with an injured dog to create a dog-specific […]
As I have written, firearm owners who want a home defense weapon must include a light in their setup. A budget light can sometimes help fill that capability gap while providing satisfactory performance. One such light is the new NPL25 from Nitecore. Nitecore NPL25 Video: “The NPL25 provides an intense spotlight and ample floodlight simultaneously, […]
Vision is one of the things that needs protection when shooting or working on projects where debris can cause eye injuries. For example, although it’s joked about, no one wants to be Ralphie Parker and almost shoot his eye out with his Red Ryder BB gun. In an actual instance, eye protection saved Kentucky Ballistics’ […]