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Lately my actual patrol pack fell out of favor because of numerous flaws I began to have with it. I then began looking for a replacement. I first set my sights on the Mystery Ranch because having tried a buddy’s SATL, I knew that Mystery Ranch had all the right design features I was looking […]
As a media director, film maker, professional photographer and adventurer, this is how I power my life and job from the road: Pop up dance party on the bus? Recharging my laptop? Backing up valuable video content on my 10TB Drobo? Apparently that’s not a problem anymore. Goal Zero’s Yeti 1250 seems to handle it […]
The StrikeForce fire starter by UST is a unique piece of kit. Not only does it offer a very robust striker and ferro rod, but it also provides a small compartment to store sure-fire tinder. The case is designed to give you a very strong and secure grip, which comes in handy during inclement weather. […]
Every precision shooter should have a well-kept data book. If you are serious about long-range precision shooting, your D.O.P.E is something that rarely leaves your rifle—they go hand-in-hand. I know that technology has somewhat taken over what we used to do, and some consider paper and pen “old school,” but I’m a firm believer in […]
The Silent Pocket Faraday Cage products help you mitigate the risk of being hacked, tracked, or exposed to harmful radiation. We emphasize the need for personal security, but mind-set and concealed carry only go so far. Your situational awareness must extend into the digital realm. #mindthegrid At SHOT show, I had the chance to talk to Aaron […]
The Interactive Multi Target Training System lets you simulate different training drills with the most advanced electronic target in the market. Train with your own firearm or with any recoil enable gun (like Airsoft) with available red or IR lasers. Choose the package that best fits your training needs with 1, 3 or 5 targets. […]
Recently, my wallet of about seven years decided that it didn’t want the job anymore and proceeded to disintegrate. I have always had two wallets; one for everyday life, and a second that I took hunting. Why have two? Well, while hunting, I don’t need all the credit cards, club cards, and daily junk that I […]
CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. — The Marine Corps‘ big West Coast trade show kicked off on Thursday, and it featured more than 60 defense contractors showing off everything from drones that can fit in the palm of your hand to machine-guns that can blast a target with 200 rounds of 30mm ammo in under a minute. Sponsored by […]
I received the Sunjack Lightstick mini just in time for Shot Show 2017. I knew I’d be traveling across the country and I knew Shot Show would have me walking an absolute ton. During both those events, it was critical for my phone to remain charged and I always like having a light on hand. […]
The definition of a firearm being a compact is not just in the eye of the beholder. If it is labeled as a compact by the manufacturer in nomenclature, it is based on its size relative to the size of the stand/full sized model. Want more Do it rite? Visit their page: https://www.facebook.com/Doitriteyoutube For more […]
A while ago I reviewed the SORD SCS that has been adopted by the Canadian Forces as the transitional vest until DND designs something else. While I still love my SCS and is a great system, I had the opportunity to get my hands on another cool SORD design which is their Chest Rig and […]
If regular readers remember around mid-2016 we did a series of articles on Everyday Carry Loadouts. I used to carry a relatively low lumen pen light by Smith and Wesson that was made to be both a light and a self-defense weapon. The light was pretty decent, and it filled my need for a small, […]
Hywell is a premium gear brand specializing in heavy-duty Merino wool boot socks for blue-collar professionals and outdoorsmen. Backed by an ironclad 10-Year Warranty.
Praesidus builds rugged, American-assembled watches inspired by historic military timepieces. Designed for accuracy and tested for endurance, each watch is made for outdoor explorers, everyday adventurers, and anyone who needs reliability when it matters.
SIG Sauer is a world-class firearms manufacturer trusted by military, law enforcement, and responsible civilian shooters, delivering precision-engineered weapons, optics, and training systems while maintaining a strong commitment to veteran hiring, American manufacturing, and the professionals who rely on their gear when it matters most.
FightCamp is an at-home boxing and kickboxing training system built around real technique, structured programming, and measurable performance. Members train with fighters and professional coaches while using connected punch and kick trackers that record volume, speed, and power in every round. The result is training that builds conditioning, skill, discipline, and resilience — all from home, on your schedule.
Essential Provisions Field Fuel® meals [ready-to-eat] & sports nutrition products have been developed with the cleanest, high-quality nutrient and energy-dense ingredients available. Research has shown that the whole food nutrients contained in our products have the ability to help.
Have you ever tried to wear a fleece hoodie in bad weather? We don’t recommend it. That’s why we founded BÆRSkin in 2019 – to create the world’s best outdoor gear that’s just as comfortable at home as it is durable outdoors. “Bad fitting, bulky, and boring” is how we felt about 1000’s of regular fleece hoodies we tested.
If you’re 21 or older and use nicotine or tobacco, charge ahead with Black Buffalo, America’s only credible smokeless tobacco alternative. Black Buffalo dips just like the real thing without the tobacco leaf or stem. Find Black Buffalo in Wawa, Circle K, Sheetz, Love’s, Pilot, Racetrac, and many more retail locations across the United States.
Stay Locked In. No Matter What. NEORON is a brain-boosting beverage built for the mission: sugar-free, crash-free, and engineered for clean, tactical focus through long hours and high-stakes operations. Made for those who grind, stay sharp under pressure, and refuse to fold—if failure isn’t an option, NEORON has your six.
