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In the Marine Corps, when I either traveled home or changed duty stations, in order to transport my uniforms without them wrinkling, I had to use the traditional garment bag. The traditional garment bags fill their intended role very well, but they are limited to only that role and tend to be big and bulky. […]
Traveling across the United States from Ohio to Arizona and back as a younger kid, I experienced a memorable trip. One year, on our return trip while pulling a trailer full of household items from my grandmother’s house, we encountered nasty snow and ice in Flagstaff, AZ. The icy conditions led to a puncture in […]
A quality timepiece is much more than just a watch. It’s a way to level up your dress code for any occasion, a status symbol and investment. If you decide to hand it down then it becomes part of your legacy. What constitutes a quality timepiece? Let’s break it down into three categories. Weight – A watch with […]
Kyle Defoor’s teaching methodology is second to none. He takes what he learned as an assaulter in the SEAL Teams and breaks it down for us to learn. There are a lot of instructors out there and videos on YouTube explaining how to clean and maintain your AR15 rifle, but how reputable are they? Kyle is one […]
GORUCK has expanded its footwear line with the upcoming Heritage Jump Boot which is a modern boot based on design cues from the World War II-era jump boot. Built on their MACV-1 platform with its wide toe box, the 8″ upper is crafted from premium full-grain leather that is Aniline Tanned. For lacing, look for […]
As the world around us becomes more violent, we need to prepare ourselves ahead of time to be able to react to such situations. For those of us that have concealed carry permits and actually carry on a regular basis, we need to be able to do so without giving off the ‘tactical’ profile. The […]
Tell me about your pistol? This was an interesting topic brought up at the Kyle Defoor 2 day pistol course I attended. This topic was brought up during one of his small break-out sessions he does throughout the day to give your eyes a break from shooting. The usual response to someone asking a dude […]
Introducing the Benchmade 9070 Claymore knife – the ultimate tool for those who demand the highest level of performance and durability from their knives. This exceptional folding knife is designed to withstand the toughest tasks and harshest conditions, making it a reliable and indispensable companion for outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, and professionals alike. With its sleek, […]
Spring is upon us, and with the nicer weather comes more time outdoors. Looking over the closet of gear that I’ve acquired over the last few years, I asked myself, If I had to pick a few pieces of gear that directly influenced me to spend more time outdoors, what would it be? Those pieces […]
Not too long ago at the grocery store, I decided on an impulse to pick up a copy of Forbes Magazine. I typically go for the tactical gun type magazines, but I wanted to change it up a bit. The article that caught my eye was one on Steve McQueen’s Rolex Submariner watch, that will […]
Most people are unsure of how to prepare for and deal with current threats. Democracy in this country is as close as it’s ever been to total collapse. There are so many elements that are putting pressure on us from all directions: the global war on terror, global warming, global financial meltdown, natural disasters, political […]
The more and more I use my truck, whether that is for truck camping, roadside assistance or just hanging out on the tailgate, I realize the need for an auxiliary power outlet. Sitting there on the tailgate with my daughter the other day, she asked me if I have a battery pack because her phone […]
(Photo courtesy of @defoorproformanceshooting) is one of those guys whose opinions I trust when it comes to shooting and gear. I’ve trained with him and can confidently say, he’s one of the best instructors out there. As shooting tactics and gear evolve, so does Kyle. Case in point with the Tenicor Velo holster. Kyle has […]
Kyle Defoor previously made a Facebook post about his absolute minimum EDC. In that post, he mentioned the old school mantra of ‘always have a watch and a knife‘ that was coined by the Frogmen/UDT teams of WW2. During WW2, the UDT guys would do beach reconnaissance with only their dive knife and wristwatch. At […]