The Gear Bunker
22 April 2020 Lynnwood, WA – As Studies and Observations Group (SOG) undergoes an in-depth brand transformation in 2020 it introduces new knives and multi-tools, each relentlessly designed to meet or exceed the specific demands of end-users.Leading off the new introductions are total redesigns of three favorite SOG assisted-opening folding knives: Flash AT, Aegis AT and Trident AT. […]
This Duffel Shoulder Bag is Now Available in Two New Colorways and With An Upgraded Shoulder Strap The Mission Workshop Transit Arkiv Laptop Brief is a 14L weatherproof laptop briefcase perfect for work and travel. As the smallest bag in the Transit series, it is ideal as a daily briefcase or combined with MW’s Radian, […]
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, California — (April 2, 2020) — Due to the ongoing threat of COVID-19 (coronavirus), Outdoor Retailer has made the difficult decision to cancel Summer Market, originally scheduled for June 23-25, 2020 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. Outdoor Retailer is actively designing digital platforms to provide the outdoor industry with […]
Uncharted Supply Co. helps provide furloughed Cotopaxi employees with temporary work, Cotopaxi opens warehouse to Uncharted, to streamline orders PARK CITY, Utah (April 9, 2020) – While businesses continue to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, Utah-based outdoor brands Cotopaxi and Uncharted Supply Co. have come together to support each other’s needs and initiatives, ensuring that both […]
As everyone is having to readjust to life at home for a while, it’s time to get inspired and find ways to continue creating memorable moments with whomever you’re around now or when camping season arrives. With spring upon us and nicer evenings on the horizon, cozying-up around either a backyard fire pit or a […]
Clackamas, OR (March 18, 2020) – Warn Industries (WARN) today announced the acquisition of Factor 55, a manufacturer of highly engineered rigging hardware for CLOSED SYSTEM WINCHING™, a winching technique that uses rigging comprised entirely of closed link hardware. Similar to WARN, Factor 55 is a premium brand operating in the vehicle recovery market. The […]
For those of us trapped indoors while the world figures out how best to handle and defeat the COVID-19 virus, many of us yearn to be outdoors. The Gear Bunker is all about spending time outdoors. It’s how we operate. And as we patiently await the “all clear” order and get back to normal life, […]
Sometimes you come across a video that just inspires you. This video was originally published on Outdoor Research’s YouTube channel but I feel compelled to share it here. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy. “In summer 2011, Outdoor Research athlete Kyle Dempster took off on his bike across Kyrgyzstan with a couple mostly-accurate maps, […]
Bag and Apparel Maker Providing Patterns, Instruction and Distribution Assistance As reported by the NYT, CNN, and others, there’s a nationwide shortage of protective face masks for healthcare professionals. With the news of doctors willing to use bandanas as protection, and an influx of requests from doctors at private practices asking for help, Chrome Industries […]
With 2020 underway, Studies and Observations Group releases two new products: Kiku XR folding knife and ParaShears multi-tool. For outdoor users, Kiku XR is a rugged folding knife with a powerful styling that harkens to its Japanese DNA, for situations that require a quick-opening, super sharp knife. Made in collaboration with famed Japanese knifemaker Kiku Matsuda, it makes […]
5.11, the global innovator of technical, purpose-built gear, debuted its biggest product launch of 2020, the all new 5.11 A.T.L.A.S. footwear collection last month during the Shooting Hunting Outdoor Tactical Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. As the name implies, the All Terrain Load Assistance System footwear series features three styles: an eight-inch Boot, Mid […]
French professional skier, filmmaker and entrepreneur, Candide Thovex has moved on from snow. Too easy. I’ve watched several of his “One of those days” videos over and over. Looks like he’s bored skiing on snow at this point. He moved on to water in last years video “The Wave“. And now? Why not the Great […]
LAKE OSWEGO, Ore., February 4, 2020 -Yakima is thrilled to announce that it has completed a successful Outdoor + Snow Show, held January 29–31 in Denver, highlighted by award wins for its innovative new rooftop cargo box, CBX SOLAR. The all-new box, featuring an integrated solar panel for charging portable batteries and other devices when […]
I end up in Denver every six months or so to attend both summer and winter markets of the Outdoor Retailer Trade Show. This winter, much like the past few shows, manufacturers have placed a high priority on the environment, sustainability, up cycling and general earth friendly business practices. If you walk into this show […]