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If you are transitioning from active duty and want to pursue or finish your bachelor’s degree, San Diego State University is has a program that puts you at the head of the admissions line. I spoke with Holly Shaffner, who is the Military Liaison Officer at SDSU, and she went over the program with me. You […]
Petit Le Mans. For the initiated, few races better represent the passion, the grit, and the skill required to compete in one of the most dangerous sports mankind has ever managed to conjure. Perhaps it’s because of how well this endurance race, or rather, collection of races, represents the racing industry, community, and fandom at […]
USA Today runs a section called These are the best deals on Amazon this weekend. We can go one better and share our experiences on how to get Amazon’s best deals each and every day. (See Tip #4. This article is topical, too). The Tips Amazon’s Outlet Store and Warehouse Amazon’s Warehouse Outlet Store regularly […]
Entertainment news is a bit outside my wheelhouse, but I wanted to take a moment to hash over something I realized when reflecting back on the hilarious 2008 movie Tropic Thunder. I saw it in theaters at the time and thought it was a great, funny and well-written parody of the war movie genre with […]
What is political correctness? What is in that untainted phrase? To be politically correct. Does it follow, then, that the term ought to change depending on one’s political affiliation and beliefs? Does it mean something different to a Democrat than a Republican? Generally, to be politically correct means to be sensitive to others’ feelings; to […]
Life certainly has its ways of throwing curveballs. Sometimes it’s a dramatic, one-time event that feels like a blow to your life, energy and very soul. Sometimes it chips away, day after day, minor events that are but drops in the bucket when they’re thrown at you one by one — however, they often threaten […]
I’ve moved across the nation several times. I’ve gone from Arkansas to Oregon for a summer of wildland firefighting in college (wound up just doing prevention instead of fighting fires, though). I’ve gone from Arkansas to Wyoming for an intensive EMT course another summer. I’ve moved from Georgia all the way to San Francisco, passing […]
Chris Kyle’s legacy, honored through a statue unveiled in Odessa, Texas, serves as a lasting tribute to his extraordinary life and sacrifice, evoking deep emotions and inspiring reverence among visitors as they reflect on his selfless service and unwavering commitment to his fellow veterans.
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.
Our roots in shooting sports started off back in 1996 with our founder and CEO, Josh Ungier. His love of airguns took hold of our company from day one and we became the first e-commerce retailer dedicated to airguns, optics, ammo, and accessories. Over the next 25 years, customers turned to us for our unmatched product selection, great advice, education, and continued support of the sport and airgun industry.
