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Back in 1989, Gatorz recognized a need for rugged aluminum framed eyewear. Producing a brand of eyewear that could be relied on by military and LEO personnel to stand up to any mission. The new Delta frame from Gatorz was a welcome addition for me. After wearing several of the company’s wrap frames for years […]
Upcycling, repurposing, recycling, rescuing. These terms are becoming more and more prevalent in manufacturing these days. Ladder 34, located in my home state of Michigan, is rescuing unserviceable fire hoses and repurposing them into belts, bags, wallets and other creative accessories. I can’t recall how I came across this company, most likely while surfing the […]
For the past few years my go-to fixed blade knife for bush crafting and general work around the house has been the Mora Companion. They are solid knives are a bargain price generally under twenty dollars. Last year I decided to upgrade to a Mora Garberg. The Garberg just like the Companion is a solid […]
After much success with their Prima Lochi Reversible Jacket, Beyond Clothing went back to the drawing board. To further develop and improve one of their best jackets. And came up with the new Ultra Lochi. Keeping with their reversible design and well thought out color combinations, Beyond Clothing concentrated on the smaller details. Some visible, […]
This raw video shows how air assets can support ground forces in a dynamic environment. It appears that the Kiowa pilots try to initially slow down a pair of fleeing Taliban fighters on a motorcycle with warning shots. Maybe to allow the US forces in pursuit to catch up. Possibly because they don’t have clearance […]
I’ve written more than one article in the vein of holster guidance for new shooters. Typically one of my first pieces of advice is to ignore universal holsters. They typically suck. Retention sucks, size sucks, comfort sucks, and they are usually quite cheaply made for an educated audience. As with anything, there are exceptions and […]
I’ve been carrying and using the Gerber Fastball folding knife for a while now. And it’s quickly becoming a favorite for situations where a smaller less attention-getting knife is appropriate. Gerber Fastball Review [Video] The Fastball carries discreetly in your pocket with its thin profile and lightweight, making it barely noticeable. The clip allows it […]
For the most part, I’ve never been a fan of reversible jackets. They’ve been around forever but never executed very well in my opinion. You can always tell which side was designated as the primary and which one was clearly an after thought. Beyond Clothing of Seattle, Washington might have just changed my opinion on […]
Hearing and eye protection are two necessities that should be in every range bag. The sound of a gunshot is so damaging to the human ear that protecting it must be a top priority if you shoot regularly. There are several companies out there offering hearing protection for shooters. From simple foam earplugs to ear muffs […]
“It’s a completely inconspicuous way to carry your gear. On your head, the Cache Cap looks like your everyday hat. What you don’t see, is that on the inside this cap has 6, count ’em, SIX HIDDEN POCKETS!” ~wazoogear.com I’m a hat guy. It’s rare that I leave the house that I don’t have a ball […]
Chelem sunglasses from Bajío (bah-HEE-oh) are named for the white sand flat in Chetumal Bay. These mid-sized, fashionable shades are reasonably priced at $209 and well-suited for all activities on the water. With three frame colors, seven polycarbonate lens colors and six glass lens colors to choose from, there’s are a wide variety of options […]
The cockpit of an aircraft is surrounded by precision dials, gauges, meters and displays. Each one with a specific purpose. Measuring fuel quantity, altitude, airspeed, rate of climb, bank angle, etc. All critical to the safe operation of flight. Equally paramount to safe flying is time management. Making the instrument you wear on your wrist […]
The sun is out and it’s going to be one of those hot summer days. Time to head to the lake for a day on the boat. Grab the towels, sun screen, food, beverages, PFD’s and off you go. I’ve done this time and time again. And one thing I’ve neglected is having a useful […]
My son and I, while planning a 2 week Overland route through Colorado and Utah, decided to add a wrinkle to our packing list. A boat. Or something suitable to get out on a lake, river or whatever body of water we may come across on this adventure. Owning a pair of fast sea kayaks […]