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97 - Upgrading Water Purification Feb 05, 2019

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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.

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96 - Upgrading Fire and Light Jan 29, 2019

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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.

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95 - Complacency Kills Jan 22, 2019

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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

94 - Too Much Organization? Jan 15, 2019

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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.

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93 - Rope DOPE Jan 08, 2019

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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.)

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92 - Focusing On the Skills Dec 18, 2018

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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.

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91 - What to Look for In Quality Gear Dec 11, 2018

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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.

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90 - Emergency Communication Options Dec 04, 2018

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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.

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89 - Talking to Family About Preparedness Nov 28, 2018

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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.

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88 - Do Ballistics Matter When it Comes to Treating Trauma? Nov 13, 2018

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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.

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