WARNER SPRINGS, CA, UNITED STATES This b-roll features unidentified Sailors and Marines going through desert SERE training in Warner Springs, Calif., during the survival phase of training. Shots include students learning to maneuver in the field, read compasses, eat wild plants, build shelters, and being taught lessons by SERE staff. Watch HERE –> https://www.dvidshub.net/video/embed/541598 Courtesy of […]
Bleeding control | A paradigm shift with the SWAT-T tourniquet
A tourniquet is not a device, it is a philosophy! A philosophy that when used in the pre-hospital setting has saved thousands of lives in the past decade. Commercial tourniquets have proven to be superior to improvised, but whatever your planned intervention we know that we all have to “See Something, Do Something” and “Stop The […]
Merrell Moab 2 Mid GTX | First impression: Lightweight meets quality
The Merrell Moab 2 Mid GTX boots are what you get when lightweight meets quality. These boots have exceeded my expectations early on and are a worthy investment. You may already be familiar with the Merrell Moab 2 hiking shoes, and while these shoes are a popular choice, the Moab 2 Mid GTX boots were […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 10.5.2017
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 10.5.2017 Back to the gym this morning and start with a Chest and Triceps workout today before a 5-mile run (40 minutes maximum). Remember to stretch well before and after and to stay hydrated. Mark your progress down in your workout log book. Training: More Preparation for the UBRR: […]
Loadout Room photo of the day | Survival techniques prepare Malaysian Army, US Marines for jungle operations
TELUK GOREK BEACH, MALAYSIA A U.S. Marine shaves excess material from a vine as part of a jungle survival course June 2 during Exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training 2014 at Teluk Gorek Beach, Malaysia. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Exercise CARAT series, and the Malaysian Armed Forces have partnered with the […]
My loadout for the Ukraine
So I did a loadout video when I was with the Peshmerga in Kurdistan and thought it would be interesting to do another one on the kit I used while I was in Ukraine. While much of the kit was pretty synonymous with my previous gear, a lot of it was different in brand and […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 10.4.2017
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 10.4.2017 Wednesday is a back and shoulder day at the gym followed by a 6-mile rucksack march. Look to better the time that is the standard (90-minutes), and remember to hydrate throughout the march. Don’t forget to mark your progress in the workout log book and stay hydrated. Training: […]
Loadout Room photo of the day | International sniper competition tests tactical skills
FORT BRAGG, NC, UNITED STATES Sgt. Tyler E. Payne from Army Marksmanship Unit team, and this year’s winners, covers himself and his weapon with foliage to prepare for the Stalk Event as part of the 2014 United States Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition on Fort Bragg. Sniper teams from around the globe converged […]
Stanley Master Series | 8oz flask review
There are few things more enjoyable and relaxing as getting out into the outdoors. Camping is obviously one of the best ways to experience this as you are immersing yourself in the wilderness around you. What’s more enjoyable than smoothing it out in the woods? If you ask me, I’d say drinking while you do […]
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 10.3.2017
Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation 10.3.2017 So a good way to begin Tuesday is head to the gym for Leg Day. Begin with pull-ups and towel pull-ups for those who don’t have access to climbing ropes. Then squats, lunges and the sled followed by a three-mile run Training: Continue to prep for the UBRR […]