Fred Rowlands

Fred Rowlands Fred “Garfield” Rowlands is a 21+ year Navy veteran who spent his career in strange and diverse places like Diego Garcia, Wintering Over in Antarctica, the Southern Border, and Burbank CA. Has spent over 30 years working in Military Physical Security, Law Enforcement, and Private Security, and has “more luck than a cat has lives” supposedly. He now resides in NW Florida with his wife and a Great Dane named Layla.

Crazy Creek Chairs, Adult Tested, Kid Approved

When it comes to outdoor gear, comfort and durability are paramount. Picture this: you’re deep in the backcountry, the sun is setting, and after a long day of hiking, all you want is to kick back and relax. Or, you’re on the beach of the river in NW Florida or simply at a BBQ with […]

Pic Of The Day, The Kraka Board at SOF Week

When the world is 70% covered in water you should expect navigating it to be a big deal at SOF week, and it was. Many types of watercraft were there, unmanned, submersible, battery, hybrid, new propeller design, new hull designs, and more. The Kraka Board is designed to get you and your gear into various […]

The Ultimate Carbon 4StableSticks Must be Used to be Believed

When it comes to stabilizing your shot, nothing beats the reliability and precision of 4StableSticks. For hunters and shooters who demand top performance in the field, 4StableSticks offer unparalleled stability, versatility, and ease of use. Built from the best materials and designed with innovative technology, these shooting sticks are the go-to choice for anyone serious […]

Pic of the Day, The MH-6 Little Bird at SOF Week

One of the most anticipated parts of this year’s SOF Week was the “Battle of Tampa Bay” demo. Multiple Special Operation Forces from around the world with various equipment from the exhibitors and what is currently in use. Especially fun were the different modes of aerial attack forces on display including the MH-6. They were […]

SOF Week in Review

Holy Mother of Blessed Acceleration, don’t fail me now! The words of Elwood Blues echoed in my head as I entered the highway interchange with .25 miles of space to navigate across 7 lanes of traffic, including the on-ramp. Along the way I also had to deal with a love-struck Romeo performing a running roadblock […]

What Do Special Operators Want? More Tech, Better Tech annnnnnd Smarter Tech

You couldn’t walk anywhere without seeing advanced technology applied to something, seriously it was SHOT Show again except specifically for special operations forces. SOF Week 2024 brought out the big guns—literally and figuratively. This year’s lineup showcased some serious tech that’s set to revolutionize the battlefield for special operations forces. All this and more was […]

SOF Week and Long Range Rifles, They Just go Together

SOF Week 2024 was an absolute powerhouse of an event. This year’s lineup of exhibitors included industry heavyweights like Sig Sauer, Barrett, Knight’s Armament, and FN America. These top-tier companies showcased their cutting-edge firearms and tactical gear, giving attendees a firsthand look at the latest innovations designed to give operators the edge in the field. […]

Hydra Weaponry Announces Next-Gen MARCK-15 Hydra® and New Hydra 10

Hydra Weaponry, Maine’s largest firearms employer and a leader in modular weapon systems, is excited to unveil two groundbreaking rifles: the Next-Gen MARCK-15 Hydra® Weapon System and the new Hydra 10. Both models demonstrate the company’s commitment to innovation, performance, and user-centric design. Next-Gen MARCK-15 Hydra® Weapon System The MARCK-15 Hydra® Weapon System, renowned for […]

My First Experience With The 6.5 Creedmoor

From LoadoutRoom contributing author, Sam Jacobs. More of Sam’s work can be found here. I was late to the party for testing the 6.5 Creedmoor. For years, I’d heard about it outperforming the 308 Winchester, but I must admit, I was a bit stuck in my ways and thought a lot of the hype would […]

Torture Test Time for the Enhanced F Pistol

Many companies have a good warranty and stand behind their products and many go above and beyond with that notion. But rarely do you find the President and CEO of a company literally standing behind something that could blow up in their face as they use it, just to prove how good the product is. […]