The Gear Bunker
Overland Expo is a biannual gathering of vehicle based travelers and adventurers from all over the world. Twice a year, the journey to Expo West in the spring and Expo East in the fall takes place. Currently residing in Northern Michigan, I made the 12 hour trip Southeast to Infinity Downs in Arrington Virginia, the […]
Your belt is the foundation of everyday carry. The belt needs to be rigid enough to keep your gear where it needs to be without having to constantly adjust it, but not too rigid to where it’s uncomfortable to wear and difficult to run through your belt loops. Over the years I’ve been through several […]
The Kershaw Mixtape is not your average pocket knife. At first glance it looks like a typical folder, but this knife is well thought out. The unique lightweight design begins with the cut outs in the glass-filled-nylon handle allowing you to see the inside of the pocket clip. Additional weight relief comes from having no […]
After attending last years Overland Expo in North Carolina, I couldn’t wait to return. This year, there was a change of venue to Arrington, Virginia and an earlier calendar date. Like most road trips, I tend to map out the more conventional and fastest route from my home in Northern Michigan. This year, I looked […]
Maintaining proficiency with a handgun has been a goal of mine since leaving the 75th Ranger Regiment. Actually, it has been more of a mission than a goal. Complacency is a bad habit that surrounds us in our daily lives which can ultimately kill you. My wife occasionally busts my balls about being on the […]
The specific pouch I am using for my electronics and iPhone accessories is the SOE 12″ long Flat Pack. You can also order this Flat Pack in multiple widths such as 4″, 5″ and 6″ depending on your needs. The design of this pouch lends it well to store smaller EDC items. I am using […]
When it comes to phone cases I am always on the hunt for the best. With my lifestyle, I always need something that is rugged yet sleek. We all know how expensive these smartphones are now a days. Having the protection and security if dropped is huge. The UAG Pathfinder Series iPhone Case did that […]
September is National Preparedness Month and it has all of us re-considering the tools we keep handy in our Emergency Go-Bags or close by in case of disaster. As a young Officer in the Ranger Regiment, I often studied the kits and battle belts of the more experienced Rangers around me and tried to replicate […]
I’m in a bit of a conundrum with my Toyota Tundra. It’s the vehicle I use for daily operations while running my construction company. It’s also my Overland rig. As much as I want to push it’s limits while exploring, I’m not ready to beat it up. I have to find the balance between dragging […]
The Kershaw XCOM takes its design from the World War II military trench knife. As fixed blade knives can be awkward or illegal to carry in many areas Kershaw and custom knife maker Les George collaborated to create a folding knife that has the convince of a folder but whose lines provided an air of […]
I know many people who use and like the Tile or similar type tracking units. However, the limitations of Bluetooth tracking tools did not work for me. I gave Ping GPS a try and I have found them to be perfect for my needs – a small, true GPS tracking unit. I put them in […]
Having worked for a gear review site for 4 years prior to starting The Gear Bunker, I’ve amassed a fair amount of equipment. Some of it I use to this day. Other items may become redundant or unused. Scott and I have decided to start clearing out space for new gear and the beneficiary is […]
Cleanliness while camping As soon as you leave the comfort and convenience of civilized life behind, you’ll realize that several tasks we take for granted are more difficult in the woods. Personal hygiene is one such task. Take away running water, sinks, toilets and showers and you’ll see what I mean. While spending time in […]
As is common with us all, we love our gear and we can’t get enough. A common discussion in our Facebook group, The Protective Security Group, is travel gear and equipment. While not meant to be a comprehensive or ‘cookie-cutter’ list, below I share a typical packing of my ‘go-bag’ travel pack which I hope you […]