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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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