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One of the brands I’ve relied on for a while now is Black Diamond. Known for their mountaineering equipment, I never really gave them thought for the activities I partake in; mainly shooting and hiking. One of the ‘industry’ guys that I follow for no-bullshit opinions on gear is Kyle Defoor, which just happens to wear Black […]
The Winter Ferrosi Jacket is a great lightweight option for hiking and urban commuting during the colder winter months. This jacket also packs down relatively well into my backpack if I need to shed my outer layer. Other than the typical more common features such as being water-resistant and wind-resistant, there are two specific features […]
I’ve been through several brands of smart wool socks over the past few years. Since getting my hands on my first pair of Darn Tough socks, my collection has grown to several. So much so that they are the only brand sock I wear, whether that is to the office or outdoors. I have been […]
Although I do carry a smaller flashlight on my person every day, I still like to have a robust flashlight for both my home and my vehicle. Not wanting to get a large bulky Maglite as well as not spending an arm and a leg on some of the more popular names in the tactical […]
When I was on active duty in the Marine Corps and deployed to the Med for 6 months, I had some downtime for reading. Back then one of the more popular book series to read amongst military guys was either Tom Clancy or Rogue Warrior. What really intrigued me while reading these books, was the […]
Corvus Defensio developed the UBC-43 Holster, especially for the purpose of deep concealed carry of slimline versions of the Glock pistol series. Despite that there are similar products out there already – primarily for double-stack pistols – none of them fulfilled our desires. The wish to carry a Glock 43 deeply concealed, loaded, safe, and […]
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 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 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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
“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 […]