In the last few years, the number of manufacturers of USB device chargers has grown significantly. Everything from the cheap little charging sticks that give you a single charge to the larger ones that provide the ability to charge phones, tablets, and other USB-powered devices. I personally prefer a middle-of-the-road charger that can charge/power my […]
Gerber Instant | Tactically Inspired EDC Knife
Gerber Knives have been around since the early ’90s and have a proven track record. I personally carried a Gerber folding knife during my enlisted years in the Marine Corps. The knife was always there and never failed me. I used it for everything from opening up that favorite MRE to prying open ammunition crates. […]
Kyle Defoor talks about his 2016 Harley Davidson DYNA Lowrider
Kyle Defoor goes over his personal Harley Davidson DYNA Lowrider motorcycle and the modifications he’s made to it. Kyle has been riding motorcycles for 20+ years and knows a thing or two on taking them on multi-day road trips. He also covers his typical loadout when riding and how to keep everything low-vis, so that you’re […]
Chums Surfshorts Wallet | A Minimalist Wallet for Travel and Adventure
The Surfshorts Wallet by Chums is a great option if you’re looking for a minimalist wallet. For me, this wallet fits my minimalist lifestyle almost perfectly. I’ve carried larger wallets in the past, but rarely found myself using half of what was inside it, so over the past few years I’ve tried several smaller low profile wallets in […]
How James Reece Used Burner Phones in The Terminal List
In honor of the new Terminal List series on Amazon Prime, I’d like to resurrect our article on how James Reece used a burner phone to communicate with reporter Katie Buranek. We’ve all seen the Bourne movies where he uses different burner phones and sim cards to minimize his chances of getting caught. To some, […]
A quick look at the Mission Workshop Rhake City Pack
We recently got our hands on the Mission Workshop Rhake city pack. I haven’t had much time to actually use the product yet, but I am thinking it’s a great candidate for a one-bag adventure. I’ve always strived to be somewhat of a minimalist when I travel. Looking over the other backpacks that I own, […]
Sawyer Tap Water Filtration System
Just because water is coming out of a tap doesn’t mean it is potable. Sawyer makes it easier to ensure you’ve got access to clean water with their Tap Water Filtration System which connects directly to the threads on spigots and faucets. It allows you to filter up to 500 gallons per day, with pores […]
An EDC to Enhance Your Human Capabilities
“Turn away if you’re not prepared for that fight in the right way. But if the fight is happening anyway and there’s no way to avoid it, go down biting, screaming, punching, kicking and anything else you can do to cause harm. Always pick your battlespace, prepare your defenses and have a way out if […]
Protecting Your Laptop with Urban Armor Gear
If you’re a MacBook Pro owner and don’t necessarily want to use a laptop sleeve to protect your Mac, Urban Armor Gear has a solution for you, a superior one at that. I’ve been using the UAG case for almost a year now to protect my 13″ MacBook Pro and can confidently say it’s worth […]
Emerson Commander | A Folding Knife Inspired by the SEAL Teams
Early on Emerson Knives created the ES1-M, which was developed as an all-around survival knife for the SEAL Teams. That knife (The ES1-M) is what we know today as the Emerson Commander knife. Take a look at the photo below out of Tactical Knives magazine from 1997. Originally Designed for SEAL Team 6 The Emerson […]
How The Casio F91W Became The Worlds Most Dangerous Watch
The humble Casio F91W has been an iconic watch since it was first made in Japan back in 1989. Upon its release, it was sold for around $20 making it one of the world’s first affordable digital watches. Today, Casio still produces over 3 million of the F-91W every year. The Casio F91W is known […]
A Quick Look at the SOB Deep Concealment Holster
When it comes to true low-vis concealed carry, Appendix Inside The Waistband (AIWB) is the way to go. If you absolutely have to carry concealed in any type of clothing without the risk of being compromised then AIWB is the way to go. There are quite a few holster makers on the market today and […]
Oakley SI Targetline American Heritage Eyewear
Oakley has always been a front runner in the eyewear industry, especially with the military. I remember back in the ’90s guys wearing the old school M Frames. Wearing them for everything from shooting on the range to playing volleyball on the local beaches. Since then, Oakley has continued to evolve with the industry and […]
Improvised Medical Gear In The Field
Medical skills are a valuable skill to learn and practice. Chances are you’re going to put those medical skills to use before you’ll ever need to go to your gun. During a shooting course I attended, the instructor conducted a 2-hour block of medical training focusing on gunshot wounds and trauma. Up to that point, […]