What’s the best type of pack to buy? Not only is this a loaded question, it’s something people will almost never agree on. No matter what you’re preference in packs, there’s no hiding that one of our favorite pack manufacturers is GORUCK.

On this episode of Gear Tasting Radio, Bryan and Rob sit down with Jason McCarthy, Founder of GORUCK and discuss all things packs. Beginning with his journey into starting GORUCK, Jason shared his philosophy behind gear design and what goes into making a GORUCK pack.

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What does productivity mean to you? Is it getting a lot of things checked off your to-do list or is it more about knowing what you have on your plate? Today on Gear Tasting Radio, Bryan and Rob discuss the gear and methods they use to stay productive.

In addition to some great physical tools, they discuss software and a few techniques that can help you take control of your work and life.

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Do you know the top ten vehicles targeted for theft in the United States, or even the most common place vehicle theft occurs? On this episode of Gear Tasting Radio, Bryan and Rob answer those questions, along with what you can do to protect your vehicle from theft.

In addition, we also offer some suggestions for products that can increase your vehicle security and broadcast the location of a stolen vehicle.

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Heading out into the Great Outdoors and reconnecting with nature can be one of the most rewarding experiences. Today on Gear Tasting Radio, Bryan and Rob walk through the gear they consider essential for those trips into nature. 

In addition to their favorite gear, the guys also discuss the methodology behind “systems” and how studying lightweight backpacking techniques can help you consolidate your gear on any level.

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Contrary to popular belief, there’s nothing nefarious about learning how to pick locks. On this episode, Bryan and Rob discuss the illusion of security that locks create and why learning to pick locks helps you better understand your overall security.

In addition to increased security knowledge, the guys also discussed the hobby aspects of lock picking and the important ethics behind Locksport.

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On this episode, Bryan and Rob discuss things to consider when evaluating your home security. As we’ve said before, all security is just buying time and today we offer tips to ensure your security is diverse and layered.

In addition to physical items to consider, we also covered electronic security tools, including an Internet-based product that’s helping neighbors maintain tighter security amongst each other.

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On this Inaugural Episode of Gear Tasting Radio, we discuss why you may want to rethink your Every Day Carry items and how things like bags or vehicles can be used to add even more usefulness to what you carry. We also examine the disagreements over discussions of what people carry on a daily basis and why those items vary so much depending on personal preference.

• Don’t Be an EDC Troll: Carry What You Need to Prevail
• Gear Tasting Covering Telluric Group Class
• Why Are You Using a Defensive Knife to Open Boxes?
• Mini BIC Lighter
• ITS Shield Challenge Coin
• Titanium Pocket Tool
• Spiderco Cricket Knife
• Burt’s Bees Lip Balm
• Climb On Lip Balm
• Fellhoelter TiBolt
• Mont Blanc M Series Pen
• Mont Blanc Fineliner Refill
• Knock Co Notebook
• Bellroy Sleeve Wallet
• Saddleback Leather Bifold Wallet
• ITS Skull Camo Keysmart
• Streamlight Protac 1L 1AA
• Streamlight Protac 2L
• ITS EDC Trauma Kit
• ESEE Izula-II Knife
• Haley Strategic INCOG Holster
• Expedition Watch Band Compass
• ITS Memorial Bracelet