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Erik Meisner

Erik Meisner served in Attack Company, 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment as a rifle team leader with deployments to the Middle East, Central America and Asia. He's a licensed pilot, SCUBA diver and enjoys Alpine skiing, shooting, Overland camping, boating, sea kayaking, traveling and golf. Growing up in a military family, Erik had the pleasure to live and ski all over North America and Europe. Now residing in beautiful Northern Michigan with his wife and 2 sons they continue to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible.

Desk Press

Desk Press with Brü-Stop: Brew the best coffee right at your desk

With frigid temperatures across most of the United States, it seems like a good time to discuss your coffee game. Before I was given this Desk Press with Brü-Stop to test, I didn’t know much about Planetary Design. This company, like many others, originated from problem solving. The founder was a passionate backpacker as well […]

Muck Boots Pursuit Shadow Mid | Review

Muck Boots Pursuit Shadow Mid | Review

Born in 1999, The Original Muck Boot Company entered the scene producing some of the warmest, most comfortable waterproof boots in the country. Now, with over 60 styles in the line-up, Muck Boots continue to exceed the expectations of farmers, hunters and outdoor enthusiasts alike. One such style is the Pursuit Shadow Mid. This lace-up […]

Proof Research Carbon Barrel

Proof Research Carbon Barrel: Ruger Precision Rifle

Ruger hit the long-range shooting world by storm last year with the introduction of the Ruger Precision Rifle (RPR). Its affordable entry price and feature-laden modular platform make this firearm a popular choice. Ruger went through great lengths designing their precision rifle to be modular. Allowing the shooter to easily change parts that better suit […]

Hornady Precision Hunter Ammunition: First Look

Hornady Precision Hunter Ammunition

With the uptick in popularity of long-range shooting and advancements in long-range rifles, there are numerous match grade cartridges to choose from. But are any of them suitable or designed for hunting at longer ranges? Hornady, a 60+ year old company famous for match grade ammunition, has filled that void with their new Hornady Precision Hunter […]

Techrock GTX Hooded Jacket

Techrock GTX Jacket | by adidas Terrex

Since age three, I’ve been clumsily sliding down hills with skis attached to my feet. It’s truly a passion of mine. No other sport allows as much freedom, variety and exilleration as Alpine skiing. Well, for me at least. My mother, a Swiss native, spent her winters teaching skiing in Vermont. Sealing my destiny on […]

Armscor USA Ammunition: Quick Look

Armscor USA Ammunition: Quick Look

In order to provide our readers with the best content possible, the writers spend a fair amount of time shooting on the range. It was a pleasant surprise to have Armscor USA provide some of their ammunition to test. Not only does this lower our operating costs, but it allows us to throw another load […]

OluKai Waimea

OluKai Waimea Sandal | Essential Island footwear

Many words in the Hawaiian language start or end with wai, the Hawaiian word for water. From the ancient people of Hawai’i to the current residents, the waters, or wai, of the Pacific Ocean have played a huge part of life on this island chain. Island kings would paddle war canoes between the islands for […]

Long Range Shooting Loadout

Long Range Shooting Loadout

In 2016, I embarked on a mission to learn the trade of long-range shooting. Along the way I’ve written articles covering some of the equipment individually. I also wrote about my experiences while training. What I neglected to do is put together a long range shooting loadout. This article will include the items I pack […]

2A-Armament Regulated Bolt Carrier: A lightweight carrier with a gas regulating gate

Growing up competing in various forms of motorsports, I appreciate the fine details and skill needed to build a fast, lightweight and capable machine. Exotic materials like carbon fiber and titanium alloy as well as engineers willing to push the limits of lightweight designs in order to deliver a winning edge for their driver on […]

Yeti or Hydro Flask | Which will keep your coffee the hottest

Before I leave the house and head out to the job sites, I typically make a cup of coffee for the ride. Now that there is snow on the ground and freezing temperatures in the air, I want to make sure that my cup of joe is going to stay hot. I have both Hydro […]

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