The Gear Bunker
Just before making my biannual pilgrimage to Outdoor Retailer in Denver, a suspicious package appeared at my doorstep. Ok, it wasn’t suspicious, but I wasn’t expecting it. Inside was a nice little care package from one of the companies I had an upcoming meeting with at the show. The contents included Yeti’s new Crossroads Backpack […]
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 […]
There is something to be said about an all-metal constructed knife. Something about the feel of the metal in your hand and heft due to being all metal. It’s a constant reminder that you have a more than capable blade in your hands. One of those blades that give you this confidence is the SOG […]
This past winter I reviewed the Alpha 2 shovel from the DMOS Collective. After a winter to remember, I can unequivocally state that the Alpha Series shovel was a clear winner. Tired of buying those flimsy Walmart shovels that crack in the cold? Bent and broken handers? It’s time to put those days behind […]
Recently, I had the opportunity to take a Glock Armorer’s Course. BLUF – this course exceeded expectations and made me appreciate the Glock brand even more. After the course, I ordered some parts and tools and I wanted to share what I put together. Glock Armorer’s Course After reviewing the manuals and parts list supplied […]
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 […]
I know what you’re thinking after reading the title. What the hell does changing your oil have to do with gear? Well, having the right tools to make a messy job easier involves some gear. But with all the convenient quick lube shops, why would anyone want to crawl under a vehicle to change their […]
After upgrading several components on my Glock 19, like the barrel, slide and trigger, I decided to finish the project by customizing the polymer frame. With so many companies offering to chop up and stipple your Glock frame, I was a little overwhelmed by my initial search results. Not knowing the quality of the work […]
The Glock 19 is one of the most popular modern pistols on the market. And for good reason. It’s simple design, cost to own, reliability, ease of maintenance and accuracy make it a no-brainer for thousands of owners and agencies alike. Although the pros outweigh the cons, the one thing a Glock isn’t is sexy. […]
Irvine, Calif. (January 20, 2020) – 5.11, the global innovator of purpose-built gear, will unveil new packs, apparel, footwear and accessories at SHOT in Las Vegas, January 21 to 24, 2020. The 2020 product line will offer technical performance for everyday consumers and professionals alike. True to the brand’s mantra, Always Be Ready, the 2020 […]
For this fitness article, we’re going to take a look at an old-school GORUCK PT challenge. Even if you don’t have a GORUCK pack and weight plate, you can use a pack you already have, throw some weight in it, and take on this challenge. This workout does not take too long and is actually […]
The Glock 19 may be one of the most popular carry pistols in the world. It’s capacity, reliability, dimensions and cost are all contributing factors that make the Glock 19 so popular. It remains my choice to carry 75% of the time as well. Splitting duties with my Sig P365 when I need deeper concealment. While there are […]
They are going to be displaying their brand new Skycamp Mini rooftop tent at the SHOT Show Pop-Up Preview on Wednesday, Jan 22. Head up to the 5th floor of the Palazzo Ballroom and you won’t be able to miss this amazing new rooftop tent, right in the center of the room (check out the attachments for the details). […]
For the last 3 years we’ve been using a full size Toyota Tundra work truck for Overland travel. After some deliberation, we decided it’s time to invest in a dedicated Overland Rig. Since we’ve had such fantastic luck with the Tundra from a mechanical standpoint, we decided to look within the same family for continued […]