The Gear Bunker
5.11, Inc., the global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and gear, today announced the release of several exciting new products for Fall 2021 that are designed to meet the needs of outdoor adventurers, public safety professionals, and tactical enthusiasts. The newly released items are available online and in-stores now. “Our consumers seek to live the […]
During my enlistment in the Marine Corps, I had the opportunity to use a lot of different gear. Towards the end of my enlistment, my unit was attached to the 24th MEU(SOC) to perform the recovery of downed aircraft personnel. In layman terms, if one of our pilots went down behind enemy lines, we got the […]
UF PRO today announced it will begin selling a new tactical winter jacket—the Delta ComPac—on 7 Oct., just a few months before the freezing weather begins sweeping down. A key feature of the Delta ComPac jacket is its ability to easily fold into its own pocket so that when stowed in a backpack it consumes […]
Astral, manufacturer of industry-leading PFDs and footwear, is excited to announce two new performance casual shoes, the Rover and Rambler. Built on Astral’s all-new RV Outsole, the Rover and Rambler combine style, sustainability, and performance to create superlative mountain sneakers. Astral’s newest shoes are designed for confidently approaching deep rivers and high cliffs or stepping on bike pedals […]
KUIU, the leading manufacturer of performance hunting gear, is excited to announce the addition of the Waypoint Duffel series to their growing line of travel packs. Now available in three different sizes, the Waypoint Duffel provides a secure and protected transport solution to ensure that all equipment remains securely stored from tarmac to basecamp, in […]
Mosko Moto, a leader in adventure motorcycling apparel and bags, today announces the debut of the Strata Merino Base Layers. Meticulously designed from the ground up, the Strata Merino Base Layer collection is lightweight, incredibly comfortable, and naturally anti-microbial. The top and bottom base layers are built with Nuyarn®, a merino fabric derived from a […]
The latest in a long line of show-stopping headlamps, the new Fenix HM70R Rechargeable Headlamp is no exception to being the best at what it does. Deemed “the workhorse,” this new rechargeable headlamp is most at home on a job site. The HM70R boasts 3 lighting sources, very bright lumen outputs, exceptionally long run times, and […]
PARK CITY, Utah (September 2, 2021)—As National Preparedness Month kicks off, Uncharted Supply Co., the leader in emergency preparedness, announced today its partnership with Global Outdoor Emergency Support (GOES). This life-saving health app provides direct access to wilderness medicine experts and includes a step-by-step guide to self-diagnose when users are without service. The collaboration between Uncharted […]
Matador Travel Equipment, the award-winning producer of high-performance travel equipment, today introduced five new products to its Advanced Series, a collection of the brand’s most ultralight, compact, weatherproof travel bags. The launch includes significant updates to several of Matador’s award-winning products, as well as brand-new product releases. The Matador Advanced Series features cutting-edge materials, proprietary […]
Join KUIU In Helping The Families Of The Fallen Soldiers and The Wounded As They Team Up With The Recon & Sniper Foundation Dixon, CA (September, 2nd 2021) – KUIU, the leading manufacturer of ultralight performance hunting gear, is teaming up with the Recon & Sniper Foundation to raise funds for fallen soldiers’ families and […]
Big Agnes, the Steamboat Springs-based outdoor equipment brand, is pleased to introduce a line of technical backpacks for Spring 2022, a first for the 20-year-old brand. The collection of six backpacks ranges from 20-liters to 63-liters in capacity, made with GRS certified recycled nylon fabric. Core to the collection is the inclusion of a “Trash […]
Seattle-based Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), the high-performance outdoor equipment that’s part of the parent company Cascade Designs, is excited to announce updates to its award-winning Hubba series for spring 2022. The best-selling and award-winning Hubba Hubba is known for its fast and easy setup thanks to its freestanding design and symmetrical poles, and now features a significant weight […]
BERKELEY, Calif. – August 31, 2021 – To mark the changing of the seasons, Filson and Helinox, two brands known for offering premium equipment for outdoor enthusiasts, today introduce a limited-edition collection that celebrates the cooling temperatures, colors and enjoyment of fall. The new collection melds the craftsmanship of Helinox with the heritage of Filson, featuring […]
At first glance insignificant, however, small parts and components (commonly referred to as trims in the textile industry), play a major role in the final weight and function of technical apparel. From G-Hooks, zippers and zipper pulls to cords and cord locks. Even down to the granular choice of thread. Trims sourcing and development is […]