James Bond has been around for quite a long time, starting with Dr. No in 1963 all the way to the most current one, Spectre in 2015. Throughout all the movies, James Bond is dressed in the best suits, wearing the best timepieces and using a myriad of spy gadgetry, all the while pulling in […]
Recommended Reading, Knowledge is Power
There are some great books on the shelves this holiday season that would make a great gift or stocking stuffer. We have put together a list of recommended reading we thought you might like to get for either yourself or as a gift. Fearless – Available on Amazon Fearless is the story of a man of […]
Build a small emergency kit for her as a Christmas gift
It’s that time of year where most guys are wondering what the hell to buy their wife, girlfriend or significant other for Christmas. Depending on what they do on a daily basis for work or commuting you may want to consider getting a few items for her to have on hand in an emergency. Not […]
A Former DEVGRU Member Reveals Skills to Escape an Abduction
Clint Emerson, the author of 100 Deadly Skills, covers skills you can employ to escape a kidnapping or abduction. These obviously require you putting in the time up front to learn the skills and become proficient with them. Hopefully, you will never have to use them. Skill #1 – Hide escape tools on your body (handcuff […]
Recylced Firefighter Small Truckie Pouch
We recently took a quick look at the small Truckie Pouch from Recylced Firefighter. After I had published the quick look I put my order in to get one to play around with. My initial thought was to use it as a minimalist toiletry bag (which I may still do), but I immediately saw it’s use for a […]
Salomon XA Pro Mid GTX: The iconic, mid-height, waterproof mountain shoe
I’ve owned other Salomon shoes and boots in the past and can honestly say they have been the best footwear I’ve spent money on. Yes, they may cost more than other brands, but you get what you pay for. My military service taught me the importance of having the proper footwear and taking care of your feet […]
Vehicle Preparedness: Kobalt 12-Volt/120-Volt Portable Air Compressor
We’re approaching the colder Winter months, which means stepping up your game with vehicle maintenance and preparedness. I remember as a younger kid traveling across the United States from Ohio to Arizona and back. On our way back one year we were pulling a trailer full of household items from my grandmother’s house. Not long […]
Veterans Day at the Loadout Room
Often on Veterans Day, Veterans are asked what their service meant to them. This Veterans day we decided to share what Military service meant for some of us. To all the Veterans out there, we raise our glasses and offer our sincere thanks to you, and your family for your sacrifices and your service. Happy Veterans Day.
Loadout Room & UCO Veterans Day Prize Pack Giveaway
In honor of those who have served our country this Veterans Day, Loadout Room and UCO Gear have teamed up for a special giveaway designed to help you enjoy the great outdoors. Enter below by midnight Friday for a chance to win a prize package featuring 5 UCO products. Titan Matches Sweetfire Tinder Matches Candle […]
My most used piece of gear while in the Marine Corps
Pictured above was my first Gerber multi-tool I purchased at the PX on Camp Lejeune, NC shortly after checking into my unit (2/8 WPNS Co.) in June of 1993. Back then we didn’t have the internet to order stuff or even research options. You could order through a catalog at the time, but I didn’t want to […]