Bears Den Athletics

Bears Den Athletics Our reputation for quality speaks for itself, see for yourself in the store!

Bears Den is a veteran and family owned small business run by two brothers, Devin and Barrett McCulloch, who have shared a vision of creating a brand based on their life values.

I’ve always believed that if you’re going to do something, It should be done to the best of your ability—anything less i...
13/01/2026

I’ve always believed that if you’re going to do something, It should be done to the best of your ability—anything less is a disservice to yourself and to anyone who interacts with your work.

Men’s training shorts were never meant to be my claim to fame. I simply wanted a high-quality pair with the right dimensions. Ten years later, here we are.

Everything I’ve learned along the way is built into the Bears Den shorts we wear every day. Designing clothing is one thing—building it from scratch and bringing It to market is a whole different challenge.

I’m deeply grateful for all the feedback and support over the years. There’s a lot coming in 2026—three new training shorts and three Essential/DryFit tees are already in production.

Thank you for continuing to spread the word. I’ve seen so many new names for orders lately. Long live The Den.

Out of all my years of training, the last year or so I’ve received the most comments about the substantial muscle mass I...
07/01/2026

Out of all my years of training, the last year or so I’ve received the most comments about the substantial muscle mass I’ve gained—well, regained. Muscle memory is a wonderful thing but It isn’t magic, the stimulus has to be there to turn It on. I’ve tried many different approaches to fitness and have had enjoyed them all…the pipeline stuff could be classified as torture but that’s for another discussion. I noticed that I feel my best when I am training with a purpose, just going through the motions is ok for maintaining but what’s the point of maintaining a mediocre physique? To me, that’s gotta be a level of purgatory…doing the same thing for years only to achieve no noticeable results.
If you’re a gym-goer and you’ve made 2026 your year to set aside excuses, I encourage you to invest in yourself a step further and get on a program. I wrote a blog on the website about the new Hyperbuilding Training Program, go check It out.
There’s plenty of great options out there, I won’t try to make my programs seem like they’re some magic routine that’s better than anything else but I will say that I’ve done everything I’ve programmed—this is how I design clothing as well, I won’t produce anything I don’t like or won’t use.
Bears Den is not about sales for me, it’s about putting something on the market that’s real and a medium to connect with like-minded people.
If you like high quality products and training then it’s a high likelihood that we are already friends 🦍
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www.bearsdencollective.com

I had an interesting conversation today that made me reflect on how life twists and turns into what it becomes. People w...
07/12/2025

I had an interesting conversation today that made me reflect on how life twists and turns into what it becomes. People weave into our lives when there’s some level of resonance. Sometimes we spend a long time together, and when separation eventually happens, It can leave us with confusing feelings. People change. Life moves on. That’s how it’s meant to be.

What often hurts most after a falling out is realizing the other person was always who they were, It was our perception that built them into something else. We feel betrayed not by their true nature, but because a change has occurred. One or both parties have moved out of resonance and what was once acceptable becomes an obstacle.

Looking back, I can see how being a more cerebral person has helped me recognize this pattern early. In just three decades I’ve lived many “lifetimes,” changing with every season.

The space between who you were and who you’re becoming is the most turbulent.
You’re no longer the old version of yourself, but not yet the new one.
It’s okay to be alone in that space.
Your new life is taking shape.
The sooner you release what was, the sooner you can step into what’s waiting for you.

We’re officially opening orders for our final shirt production of 2025. This run is featuring our premium Bamboo Essenti...
28/11/2025

We’re officially opening orders for our final shirt production of 2025. This run is featuring our premium Bamboo Essential Tee and the new DryLite series, all cut and sewn on our ergonomically refined Essential Tee platform.

Photos 1–3:
The Coyote Bamboo Essential Tee, originally created for a former teammate who needed a high-quality, natural undershirt for uniform wear.

Photos 4–5:
The Black DryLite. This is our ultra-light, highly breathable polyester-spandex blend, ideal for gym sessions, BJJ, or everyday wear.

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The Slate DryLite is made with a slightly heavier blend for those who want a bit more structure while keeping the same airflow and comfort.

I’ve been wearing all of these daily in the Bali heat with great satisfaction—supreme comfort, durability, and performance. Feedback from customers who grabbed the black bamboo shirts has been nothing but excellent.

If you have questions, drop a comment or send a DM for details. 🐻

This recent production stirred up some nostalgia for me and I thought I’d try to put It into words.Firstly, thank you to...
12/11/2025

This recent production stirred up some nostalgia for me and I thought I’d try to put It into words.
Firstly, thank you to everyone who ordered. I know the international shipping option isn’t ideal especially when you could get something delivered to your door the day you order It, it’s a massive compliment that you all didn’t flinch at the wait time or cost of getting something shipped from the other side of the world.
We shipped to the US, Canada, Germany, Lithuania, England, Guam and even an order right down the road from me in Bali—you all are legends.
As I was writing down your addresses I couldn’t help but feel a deep sense of connection as memories of Loki and I staying up late fulfilling orders from my garage in Florida during the NFQ days.
Creating designs with my fiancé that have deep meaning and sending them around the world is really gratifying and gives me a sense of purpose, it’s especially cool to see her reaction when she sees her art printed on a shirt which will soon be part of someone’s wardrobe.
We sent out almost 80 shirts already and have a handful remaining that will go out first thing in the morning—if you didn’t get in on the preorder, I have only a few in select sizes so send me a DM and I’ll see if we can take care of you.
Once again, thank you all for the support and Long Live The Den.

During the Covid era, my brother and I spent a lot of time designing camouflage patterns to be used on training shorts ...
19/09/2025

During the Covid era, my brother and I spent a lot of time designing camouflage patterns to be used on training shorts and field pants alike—this ignited a deep appreciation for the work that’s often overlooked throughout the world and history.
Militaries develop custom camo patterns for the conflicts they’re involved in and make revisions based on successes or failures in the field, this process is actually art with a functional component to It.
Kinda funny how the Arctic camo we designed turned out to be the perfect beach short for getting some sun on the thighs.
There’s a few left on the site if you’re interested in adding these to your arsenal.
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Favorable conditions never come, results require action despite circumstances.You may be delayed, denied, ignored and fo...
22/08/2025

Favorable conditions never come, results require action despite circumstances.
You may be delayed, denied, ignored and forgotten but the work must still take place.
There is a season for rest just as there is a season for growth, both are equally important for longevity in all matters—distinguishing between the two is a fine line that separates success from falling short.
Who do you want to be; what are you waiting for?

Often we dream about an easy life or a path without too much struggle, but how can you grow if you are not challenged?Th...
20/07/2025

Often we dream about an easy life or a path without too much struggle, but how can you grow if you are not challenged?
The body responds to stimulus, It grows strong when exposed to difficulties; the mind is no different.
If you wish to be a man of strong character you must be put to the flame, you must resist the easy flow of following the common path.
Nothing of substance grows there and what has was already plucked long ago by those who blazed the trail; you’re too late. Find a new path.
The soul’s nature is motion; stagnation, its death.
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There are moments in life when you’re so fully immersed in the present, you don’t realize how fleeting It all is.
I beli...
16/04/2025

There are moments in life when you’re so fully immersed in the present, you don’t realize how fleeting It all is.
I believe that’s part of why so many of us feel deeply lost after leaving the military—we look back on that time as our “golden years.”
For me, It felt like jumping off a train going 100 miles per hour into a barren, unfamiliar landscape.
After dusting yourself off, you may have a vague sense of direction, but nothing feels certain.
Your friends are still on that train—still immersed in that same rhythm. For them, little changes. Life rolls on.
Meanwhile, you start navigating a new terrain, slowly building something that resembles normalcy—though it’s nothing like the world you once knew.
It takes time, but eventually you shift from survival mode into something deeper: thriving.
Life becomes meaningful again. You find yourself present in the good moments, no longer haunted by what was, but grounded in what is.
Life is cyclical. You won’t always win. You won’t always be chosen.
You will face defeat. You will meet despair.
But that’s part of the game—and it’s not something to fear.
We all win some. We all lose some. The key is to take It all in stride.
Winners never quit.

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