Gear Tasting Radio

We’re using the term “miscellaneous items” on this week’s Gear Tasting Radio to describe things in a Bug Out Bag that may not fit into an exact category, or may spread across multiple categories. We highlight items like tape for repairs, protection items like ponchos and why pack covers shouldn’t be included. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

We’re cleaning house on this episode of Gear Tasting Radio, as we discuss the hygiene items in Bryan’s Bug Out Bag. He takes us through swapping items like full-sized toothbrushes for more compact and lightweight choices.  For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

This week we recap some of the gear Bryan took on his recent training trip to Rifles Only, which you may have heard about in last week’s episode. Bryan describes what gear performed well for him, including a new pack that he may be replacing his beloved ALICE Pack with. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

Bryan recently returned from a week training with Precision Rifle at Rifles Only and during that time, he sat down with Jacob Bynum and Lindy Sisk to record an episode of Gear Tasting Radio. They covered everything from the basics of getting started in Precision Rifle to busting some myths that have been perpetuated throughout the community. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

It’s a powerful episode of Gear Tasting Radio this week, where we discuss keeping devices charged up in the field. In addition to the battery storage methods we use, we also highlight the benefits and drawbacks to rechargeable devices with internal batteries. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

Today, Bryan rolls the dice on eating a five-year-old PowerBar and we discuss selecting food for your Bug Out Bag, weighing different meals and why it’s important to have ready-to-eat things like snack bars or packets. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

It’s all about navigation this week on Gear Tasting Radio, as we revamp the gear Bryan’s including in his Bug Out Bag. In addition to some changes he’s making on the gear side, Bryan covers some navigation basics and highlights where a GPS fits in his plan. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

It’s our centennial episode of Gear Tasting Radio this week and we celebrate by highlighting some of our (and your) favorite episodes. In addition, we answer a couple questions on training classes after CERT and cold weather layering. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

Proper signaling gear can ensure that rescuers or first responders can find you as fast as possible. This week on Gear Tasting Radio, we break down some of the best signaling options to include in a Bug Out Bag. In addition, we also highlight the different redundancies Bryan is including for signaling as we continue to analyze and improve his bag. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

You may need to take cover for this week’s Gear Tasting Radio, as we break down and upgrade the shelter components of Bryan’s Bug Out Bag. Shelter items can end up being some of the heaviest items in a pack, but we also discuss the morale boost that can come from having warmer and more comfortable items. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

We’re “filtering” through the water purification side of Bryan’s Bug Out Bag this week on Gear Tasting Radio. While it might seem like a fairly small item, we cover the importance of ensuring your filters are properly removing everything they should. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

It’s all about fire and light this week on Gear Tasting Radio, as Bryan evaluates and makes changes to his bug out bag. As we covered, it’s always good to have multiple methods for both flashlights and fire building, so you’ll always be ready to light your way. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

When’s the last time you refreshed and checked the contents in your bug out bag? Today on Gear Tasting Radio, we offer an honest look into Bryan’s GR2 pack and the contents within. Join us over the next few episodes as we look into “renovating” certain elements within the bag. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

Can you put too much thought into your organization methods? This week we discuss where we draw the line between tidying up and overdoing it. In addition, we highlight some of our philosophies behind organizing things like gear and tools. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

We’re all about rope this week on Gear Tasting Radio. We discuss everything from the construction of different ropes, to some of the important math and considerations based on our DOPE (data on previous engagements.) For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

Whether it’s learning how to start a fire so you’re better prepared in an emergency, or just having the knowledge to navigate with a map and compass, today we explain the skills we advocate and how simply learning a skill can empower you to do even more. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

Quality gear usually has a few telltale signs and we discuss what you should look for this week on Gear Tasting Radio. We also highlight that it’s not always the most expensive piece of gear that performs the best. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

Communicating on existing networks and infrastructure can be challenging during or after a disaster. Today on Gear Tasting Radio, we discuss different radio options for emergency communications, as well as some of the licensing required for transmitting on different frequencies. In addition to the nerdiness behind communications, we discuss some of our favorite gear and talk about an upcoming ITS product that will make carrying your radio much easier. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

Is talking to your family about preparedness an awkward subject? We know the feeling and today on Gear Tasting Radio, we discuss how you can approach skills and knowledge with family members. While it’s not always something they’re interested in, we discuss how planting a seed for certain things can help down the road. There’s also a few of our EDC pet peeves in this episode. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com

We discuss how firearms ballistics affect trauma treatment this week on Gear Tasting Radio, breaking down a recent 60 Minutes segment. We also explore different things you should keep available to be prepared for treating all aspects of trauma, not just gunshots. Finally, we highlight what we thought was the most important message of the 60 Minutes segment, sharing knowledge to help save lives in the future. For Episode Intel, visit GearTastingRadio.com