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“Designed by experts, loved by critics. The SEVENTY2 Survival System is the world’s best 72-hour Survival Kit.” The first 72 hours of an emergency or crisis are the most critical. How you react and how you’re equipped could mean the difference between life and death. Uncharted Supply has made it simple to be prepared for […]
An uncomfortable feeling is having a wind chill you on the range. Having a layer block the wind while keeping you free to move is vital in all situations. Tomahawk Performance presents a solution to blocking wind in their Crosswind Jacket. They were also kind enough to send us one of these jackets to try. […]
In today’s world, a flashlight is an essential piece of everyday carry for many people. Whether for job purposes or personal carry, a quality light can change a situation dramatically. Recently I found myself wanting a new light for my professional life and that’s when I found our featured product, the Streamlight Wedge XT. Streamlight […]
Having a standalone light in one’s everyday carry is an essential tool that some might not consider. However, having a flashlight has been helpful to me when I have needed to rummage around a vehicle or look under a porch. Nitecore’s EDC33 is one such light that can round out an EDC kit and prevent […]
We live in an age where being in consistent contact personally and professionally is essential for many people. We’ve got great portable devices that allow us to do this, the one shortcoming is battery life. How many times have we seen someone at the airport searching for a place to plug in their device to […]
It’s no secret that the world is becoming a more dangerous place and the need for personal protection has spawned a new evolution of easy to carry pistols. One concern that has grown at the same pace is the need for illumination on these smaller CCW pistols. Well, that’s where Olight has stepped in with […]
I’ve never been a huge fan of sling bags. Mainly because I usually buy bulky tactical style ones that feel like having a huge tick on my back. Another reason was that I have the tendency to over pack, even just for a day out. Over the past few years, age, mission and a bad […]
Over the years, I’ve gone through several portable power chargers that claimed to be durable. Some look the part but not many have actually lasted over a year. With all the traveling we do, having a reliable charger is critical. Wether we’re charging phones, a Garmin InReach, Laptops or GoPro’s, there’s always a need for […]
My wife and I enjoy hiking in the backcountry, and one thing that has yet to happen to us is finding out that our truck’s battery died while we were gone on our hike. However, it is better to be prepared than caught unprepared and stranded with a dead battery. Uncharted Supply Co. has improved […]
I’ve been wearing a Dynamis Alliance LoPro belt for about six or seven years now. I love pieces of kit that have hidden pockets and compartments in them. So, when I first saw the advertisement for the LoPro belt with hidden pockets, I ordered one right away. The LoPro belt is the brainchild of Dom […]
In the fall of 2023, I found a great sale price on one of the new COVRT18 2.0 low profile backpacks from 5.11 Tactical. I had previously owned one of their Gen 1 COVRT18 packs. And although it was a good pack, I just couldn’t get it to work for me. So, when I was […]
I must admit that I am a big fan of backpacks. And think that they can be the most utilitarian and versatile yet under appreciated part of your kit. I approach my pack choices largely from a specificity of need point of view. Being handed the Daybreaker pack from ABLE CARRY made me look at […]
The first time I saw the Osprey Day Lite Backpack was in November 2019 while visiting London and Paris. I was carrying my 5.11 RUSH 12. Not the lowest profile civilian looking pack. I noticed that there were a lot of people carrying small packs that were so common as to go unnoticed. So I […]
The 5.11 Tactical Field Watch is one more example of quality, no-frills gear that the Modesto, California company has been supplying for nearly 17 years. While some purveyors of tactical watches imply that their timepieces are fit for every occasion, make no mistake here. The Field Watch is “Not Suitable For Work” unless your occupation […]