The Gear Bunker
Yeti is continuing its mission to over-engineer products and charge a fair amount of coin for it. The new Trailhead Camp Chair is no exception. Built to the same bombproof standards as their Hondo Basecamp Chair which I previously reviewed. The Trailhead Camp Chair borrows some of the same tech but re-engineers how it folds. […]
The one thing about reviewing firearms and outdoor equipment is you get to test and evaluate a lot of cool gear. One company that I’ve been very excited to see their optics repeatedly is ZeroTech Optics. Recently we reached out to them, and were able to get our hands on our featured optic the Thrive […]
When it comes to everyday carry (EDC) items, few tools are as versatile and essential as an EDC folding knife. Whether you need to open packages, perform light-cutting tasks, or handle emergency situations, a high-quality EDC folding knife is a must-have companion. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know […]
If you haven’t heard, Breeo recently introduced an innovative new product in their Smokeless Firepit product line. We’ve been lucky enough to get our hands on one of the first examples and we love it so far. Much like the X-Series smokeless Firepits, The new Y-Series retains a lot of the same proven technology. But […]
Pat McNamara is a 22-year special operations veteran, 13 years were in the U.S. Army’s 1st SFOD-D (Delta). Pat is one of the premier instructors training anyone from secret service to new shooters. Pat McNamara has been using the NeoMag for well over 4 years now. With the experience and background that Pat has, we don’t take his […]
For nearly six decades, the Ruger 10/22 has held a prominent place in the world of shooting sports. But what makes it so special, you ask? It’s the fusion of reliability, affordability, and customization that sets this semi-automatic rifle apart from its competitors. Think of threaded barrels as the ‘extra spice’ in your shooting experience. Say goodbye […]
When enjoying the outdoors, going for walks or rucking in low light conditions, having a safety light is helpful on those adventures. Safety lights can also mark tripping hazards at the campsite or warn nightly auto traffic that someone is walking along a road. In the worst case, safety lights can help signal the location […]
In the Marine Corps, when I either traveled home or changed duty stations, in order to transport my uniforms without them wrinkling, I had to use the traditional garment bag. The traditional garment bags fill their intended role very well, but they are limited to only that role and tend to be big and bulky. […]
The NU07LE is specifically designed for Law Enforcement Nitecore offers one of the largest selections of LED lights I’ve seen in awhile. Specializing in products ranging from tactical flashlights to outdoor lighting and power solutions specially designed for law enforcement and military departments. So we’re going to take a closer look at some of their […]
Traveling across the United States from Ohio to Arizona and back as a younger kid, I experienced a memorable trip. One year, on our return trip while pulling a trailer full of household items from my grandmother’s house, we encountered nasty snow and ice in Flagstaff, AZ. The icy conditions led to a puncture in […]
I often get asked whether I prefer a laser or light mounted to my pistol. And my answer has always been, a light. I prefer to see what I’m aiming my pistol at. If it’s gotten to this point, I better clearly see my target. A light offers situational awareness and can temporarily blind a […]
Battle-belts or duty-belts are one of those pieces of gear gaining popularity for home defense, military/LE, and competition purposes. For the user, these belts allow equipment to be carried around the waistline instead of wearing load-bearing vests (LBVs) or body armor. This option enables people to train “slick” or quickly respond if they hear things […]
Summer Drink The dog days of summer. My favorite time of year in Northern Michigan. Surrounded by crystal clear glacial lakes, golf courses, vast forests and 10pm sunsets. I’m not going to lie, it’s pretty hard to beat. The winters, however, are a completely different story and I don’t want to get into that now. […]
It’s July in Alaska and we’re finally into the Summer season. And the hunt for a new chair started earlier this Spring when we were sent the GCI Outdoor Pod Rocker Chair. So far, this amazing folding pod-style camp chair has been a huge hit for all of our testers. Myself included. We’ve had this […]