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Looking for some new freedom ringing shirts to show your patriotism? Look no further than Freedom Circus Apparel and Axelson Tactical. Their eye catching designs and historic quotes are sure to turn heads. Like, “I prefer dangerous freedom over peaceful slavery.” That about sums up the current political climate and a shirt I wear proudly. […]
Just before making my biannual pilgrimage to Outdoor Retailer in Denver, a suspicious package appeared at my doorstep. Ok, it wasn’t suspicious, but I wasn’t expecting it. Inside was a nice little care package from one of the companies I had an upcoming meeting with at the show. The contents included Yeti’s new Crossroads Backpack […]
This past winter I reviewed the Alpha 2 shovel from the DMOS Collective. After a winter to remember, I can unequivocally state that the Alpha Series shovel was a clear winner. Tired of buying those flimsy Walmart shovels that crack in the cold? Bent and broken handers? It’s time to put those days behind […]
I end up in Denver every six months or so to attend both summer and winter markets of the Outdoor Retailer Trade Show. This winter, much like the past few shows, manufacturers have placed a high priority on the environment, sustainability, up cycling and general earth friendly business practices. If you walk into this show […]
I know what you’re thinking after reading the title. What the hell does changing your oil have to do with gear? Well, having the right tools to make a messy job easier involves some gear. But with all the convenient quick lube shops, why would anyone want to crawl under a vehicle to change their […]
After upgrading several components on my Glock 19, like the barrel, slide and trigger, I decided to finish the project by customizing the polymer frame. With so many companies offering to chop up and stipple your Glock frame, I was a little overwhelmed by my initial search results. Not knowing the quality of the work […]
The Glock 19 is one of the most popular modern pistols on the market. And for good reason. It’s simple design, cost to own, reliability, ease of maintenance and accuracy make it a no-brainer for thousands of owners and agencies alike. Although the pros outweigh the cons, the one thing a Glock isn’t is sexy. […]
Irvine, Calif. (January 20, 2020) – 5.11, the global innovator of purpose-built gear, will unveil new packs, apparel, footwear and accessories at SHOT in Las Vegas, January 21 to 24, 2020. The 2020 product line will offer technical performance for everyday consumers and professionals alike. True to the brand’s mantra, Always Be Ready, the 2020 […]
The Glock 19 may be one of the most popular carry pistols in the world. It’s capacity, reliability, dimensions and cost are all contributing factors that make the Glock 19 so popular. It remains my choice to carry 75% of the time as well. Splitting duties with my Sig P365 when I need deeper concealment. While there are […]
For the last 3 years we’ve been using a full size Toyota Tundra work truck for Overland travel. After some deliberation, we decided it’s time to invest in a dedicated Overland Rig. Since we’ve had such fantastic luck with the Tundra from a mechanical standpoint, we decided to look within the same family for continued […]
There’s no such thing as too much light. I like to see what I’m doing at all times. This is why I’ve added several auxiliary lights to my Overland rigs and have several work lights in my garage. One item that has proven to be a versatile addition to my Overland set-up is the FLUX […]
Benchmade Knife Company is introducing a handful of new models this January and these are the first two exciting announcements. Please check out the details below about the new 535BK-2 Bugout and 537GY-1 Bailout variants. If you need additional details, have questions, or would like to test/review a model, please don’t hesitate to reach out. […]
Overland Travel It was around three years ago that I was originally introduced to Overlanding. After a trip to Outdoor Retailer, Tepui was kind enough to send roof top tent for us to demo for the summer. So I mounted it atop my 2007 Tundra and our new adventure began. In 2018, I finally sold […]
While visiting Shot Show, I was fortunate enough to stop by the ZT booth and handle several new knives. One that stood out to me was the sophisticated Zero Tolerance 0450CF, with its striking carbon fiber front handle. For its weight, carbon fiber is stronger than steel and is downright sexy. Spending part of my […]