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Outdoor Research, in combination with Polartec, has created a bombproof, fully featured softshell called the Outdoor Research Lodestar Jacket. The jacket has an array of features and specially mapped fabrics to create a thermo-regulating shelter for your upper body. Designed for the alpine adventurer, this jacket seems capable of holding its own in a wide variety […]
The folks at Massif have created a base layer collection that not only protects from heat and flame exposure, but keeps the wearer warm and comfortable. I have worn other products made using Dupont’s Nomex before, but none have been as comfortable as the Massif Base Layer Collection. All items in this collection are made from approximately 90 percent Nomex. This […]
Sierra Designs have been working overtime in the last couple of seasons to flip what is known about product development on its ear by creating gear outside the norm. I had the opportunity to check out a number of their products at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2015, and I was very pleased with what they have to […]
Many individuals understand the necessity of medical skills and equipment during a “Walking Dead” scenario, natural disaster, or government meltdown. I am here to advise medical and tool preparation should you run into Rick and the crew on the lonely scrapyard highway outside of anytown, zombie-destroyed U.S.A. Make friends with a paramedic or doctor If you don’t know any […]
It’s that time of year again. In the chamber this week, we’ll have attendees at both the SHOT show and Outdoor Retailer Winter Market scouring the floor for the latest and greatest gear on the planet, as well as testing the newest toys at the SHOT Media Range Day and the Outdoor Retailer All Mountain Demo. Throughout the next […]
The Outdoor Research Cathode Hooded Jacket feels unbelievably light in the hand and is ideally made for individuals on the go in cold environments. Colors available: Sizes available: S-XL Weight: Listed weight 13.3 oz / 377g (L). On my personal scale, my medium came in at a paltry: 11.9 oz / 337g. Material: It […]
I know I’m not the only one who has been riding in a vehicle trying to take a drink from a wide-mouth water bottle when suddenly the driver brakes, hits the gas, or goes over a bump, and you end up in a soaked mess. The MSR Alpine Bottle alleviates those issues while still having a […]
As 2015 rolls along, we have some great new content in the chamber as this week ramps up for both SHOT show and the Outdoor Retailer winter market. We will have representation at both trade shows to give you a glimpse of the latest and greatest for 2015. There will be more to come on both shows in […]
FNH USA has recently released info on their new addition to the FNS line of striker-fired pistols: The new FNH FNS Compact Pistol. Not only does it appear to be a strong addition to FNH’s already solid line of handguns, but it gives a smaller, more carry-friendly option to civilian, LEO, and military users. We have not yet had […]
Here at The Loadout Room, we hope everyone enjoyed the Holiday season and had the opportunity to spend time with friends and/or family. We are very excited for the upcoming year and have some great content in store for the website. Every Sunday we will update you on upcoming content or what is “In the […]
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