Legal Emergency Car Opening – Questions Over Coffee 12

Bryan fields an inquiry this week on Questions Over Coffee dealing with how to legally open up a locked car during an emergency, such as a trapped child. He outlines some of the tools you can use to quickly access a vehicle.

Additionally, Bryan tackles questions on the best shovel for camping and a recent switch he made to his EDC. Continue reading

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Rust Be Gone: DIY Methods for Corrosion and Rust Prevention on Off-Road Vehicles

These days it seems there are endless resources available, paid and free, that help you select the best equipment for your off-road vehicle. Whether you’re trying to decide on the proper tires for rock crawling or the proper spork for eating, you can find the information you need. One of the primary items on the Overland agenda that’s commonly overlooked though, is corrosion and rust prevention. Today we’re going to touch on some of the corrosion problems that may plague your vehicle and what we can do to prevent them. Continue reading

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One Year and 26 Pounds Lost By Eating Clean – Gear Tasting Radio 75

It’s been one year since Bryan began his journey on a new way of eating after reading Wired to Eat by Robb Wolf. Today we discuss challenges faced and cravings conquered.

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Derp Debunked: Retiring Two Cherished Myths About Guns

There’s no shortage of myths, legends and folk wisdom in the gun community. That’s not an entirely bad thing though, as this shared lore makes up part of our cultural landscape. Some of these things are harmless historical artifacts, tall tales or larger-than-life embellishments on factual stories. However, others are persistently and actively harmful. Continue reading

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Join Up with the New ITS Space Force Morale Patch

Listen up recruit! Our galaxy needs protecting and Space Force wants you to prepare for launch. Our ITS Space Force Morale Patch is the bold insignia this out-of-this-world unit needs. Continue reading

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How to Tie the Figure Eight for a DIY Knot Board Display

The Figure Eight is one of the most useful climbing knots, due to its strength and simplicity. This week, Bryan demonstrates several variations on the Figure Eight, including the Threaded Figure Eight.

In addition, he also ties a miniature version for inclusion on our DIY Knot Board Display.

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Must-Read Books – Gear Tasting Radio 74

Knowledge is power and this week on Gear Tasting Radio, we discuss the books that we’re currently reading. We also highlight some of our favorite books and what we consider must-read pieces.

In addition to books, we also talked in-depth on a few lessons learned from reading, including some changes we’d make to some stoic philosophies and why a daily checklist isn’t exactly “daily.”

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Mercury Rising – Ridiculous Dialogue Episode 106

It’s so hot here in Texas, we’re considering creating a brand new thermometer! This week on the podcast, the crew discussed what Papa John should do with all that dough.

We also talked about just how dumb base jumping is and why it might give you “vertigree.” Finally in this episode, we discussed getting patted down by TSA and our mission to clean up silverware drawers across the country.

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Sleeping Bag Conundrum – Questions Over Coffee 11

We’re back from a brand new location on Questions Over Coffee! This week Bryan tackles a high fashion question and explains how you could save a lot on streetwear by just buying from a reputable manufacturer.

Also this week, Bryan discusses sleeping bag storage and his choice if he had to pick just one AR-15 to run.

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