The Gear Bunker
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The third iteration of the Trident AT from Studies and Observations Group is a great pocket knife for first responders or to keep in the car for emergency situations. It comes in a few different blade profiles and colors. I happened to get my hands on the updated Red and Black Tanto blade before it […]
Many overlanding rigs are built with top-of-the-line gear from the best of the best. Not everyone has the financial backing or budget some of these overland channels have. With that said, even if you don’t have all the fancy gear, you can still enjoy the overland community and the adventure that goes along with it. […]
Before the Corona Virus put the state of Michigan and most other states on a draconian lock-down, my son and I decided to test our navigation skills and plan a bug-out route from our home to a predetermined location in the FJ Cruiser. First off, I’m not an end of the world prepper per-se but […]
Studies and Observation Group has upped their game with the next evolution of the Aegis line of knives. The new and improved Aegis AT (Available April 2020) is an assisted open knife that combines the latest blade technology with heavy duty performance. It’s ready to take on any outdoor adventure with the cryogenically hardened D2 […]
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 […]
Every time I exit the Colorado Convention Center after attending Outdoor Retailer, there are a few new items that really impress me. Something revolutionary or an item to make life better in the outdoors. An item I must get my hands on for one reason or another. This winter, one of those items is a […]
Executive Protection Admin Bag I’ve been using the Executive Protection Admin Bag for the past few years for both my professional and personal needs. I’m not usually a fan of sling bags as they never seem to ride comfortably for me. This bag is the exception for me, though. The bag was designed by Aaron […]
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 […]
I recently received the upcoming SOG Flash AT Assisted Opening Folding Knife for review. It’s the third iteration of the constantly evolving SOG Flash II that’s expected to drop in May 2020. I’ve owned knives from Studies and Observations Group and have always appreciated the high quality at a great price point. A few things […]
I got this idea a few years ago from a post that Kyle Defoor published on his Tumblr Blog. His was more of a last-ditch crash kit that he hoped never needed to be used. I took that idea and ran with it for my own personal survival kit. This is the kit that gets thrown […]
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 […]
Today I would like to highlight 3Leaf Customs. Created by a First Responder out of a passion for EDC and preparedness. The creator of 3Leaf Customs, Tony Kuhn, is a husband, father of 5 and full-time firefighter/paramedic. Tony is currently on the frontlines of this COVID-19 Pandemic, but during his downtime has decided to bring […]
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, […]