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The Best TSA Approved Multi-Tools for Travel

Traveling through airports never goes as smoothly as you’d hope to begin with, but getting your favorite multi-tool confiscated by security could be the unwelcome cherry on top. Still, multi-tools are some of the most versatile items you can carry, and going anywhere without one can leave you feeling woefully unequipped. Your best bet is […]

Here’s the workout routine a retired US Navy admiral uses to stay in tip-top shape

Admiral William McRaven, author of “Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life… And Maybe The World,” explains what his daily workout consists of including push-ups, pull-ups and other exercises. Following is a transcript of the video. I’ve got a routine. I do 100 crunches and then I’ll start, I’ve got a push-up routine. […]

Tyler On Training: The Draw- Putting It All Together

Tyler On Training: The Most Important Gear

Today, Tyler talks about the most important gear that every concealed carrier and gun owner has. While there are great holsters, and mag pouches, and lights, and ammo out there, the most important gear is actually you. Your mind and body, working together, that is the ultimate tool. Putting time, effort and money into your […]

5.11’s “Rush 72”

Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Gay for Backpacks: 5.11’s “Rush 72” Chris Hernandez A ways back I got a 5.11 “Rush 72” backpack for review. The Rush 72 is smaller than a ruck, larger than a patrol pack, and as the name suggests is intended to give the user the capability to carry 72 hours […]

Aerial Target Interdiction and Hog Hunting from Helicopters on Episode 6 of SOFREP TV’s Training Cell

NEW YORK – May 18, 2017 – The latest episode of SOFREP TV’s Training Cell focuses on combat training and readiness from the air. Veterans from multiple branches of U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) worked with fellow former SOF members and current instructors from Shooter Performance Institute and Last Shadow to refine their skills from […]

Combat Crunch Protein Bars

Combat Crunch Protein Bars don’t make sense. They’re nutritious supplemental foods, not candy bars, but taste like gourmet desserts. “Combat Crunch baked protein bars are made using a proprietary baking process for superior taste and a softer texture. The bars are high protein, with low active carbs and tons of fiber.” – MUSCLEPHARM (Real Athletes. Real […]

Are Bullpup Weapons Officially a Thing of the Past?

Courtesy of Tactical Life Bullpup rifles will never displace the AR as the modern American gun nerd’s go-to iron. Now that you can land a conventional low-end utility black rifle for around $500, no amount of whiz bang awesomonium is going to convince rank and file American shooters to bin their inexpensive Stoner guns in […]

Witness Protection 870: The 12.5-Inch Short-Barreled US Marshals Shotgun

Courtesy of Tactical Life The shotgun is, by far, the longest-serving long gun in the American law enforcement community. It served Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp well and, in 2017, continues to be the most prevalent long gun in the armories of police agencies across the country. While most law enforcement shotguns are bland and unexciting, […]

Vagabonding Guide: Pre-Departure Minimizations

This is a series of continuous posts of guides, hacks and tips on the vagabonding lifestyle and nomadic methodology. -view all vagabond guides “Reduce the complexity of life by eliminating the needless wants of life, and the labors of life reduce themselves.” – EDWIN WAY TEALE (Author & Naturalist) PRE-DEPARTURE MINIMIZATIONS // Vagabonding is […]

Turn Your Trash Into Treasure with These DIY Cardboard Range Targets

By Eric Higgins Recent changes in culture and technology have made it more convenient and cheaper than ever to order goods and have them delivered directly to your home. However, any paradigm shift brings compromises. We spend more money than we should accumulating things we might not really need; our homes and recycling bins fill up with […]