Travis Pike

Travis Pike Travis Pike is a former Marine Machine gunner who served with 2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years. He deployed in 2009 to Afghanistan and again in 2011 with the 22nd MEU(SOC) during a record setting 11 months at sea. He’s trained with the Romanian Army, the Spanish Marines, the Emirate Marines and the Afghan National Army. He serves as an NRA certified pistol instructor and teaches concealed carry classes.

SunJack Lightstick Mini | A Dual Purpose Gadget

SunJack Lightstick Mini | A Dual Purpose Electronic Gadget

I received the Sunjack Lightstick mini just in time for Shot Show 2017. I knew I’d be traveling across the country and I knew Shot Show would have me walking an absolute ton. During both those events, it was critical for my phone to remain charged and I always like having a light on hand. […]

Fathers Day Gift Guide

Here at the Loadout Room it’s no secret we enjoy gear, and we enjoy sharing gear success with you. Today we are tossing some of the best products and gear we knew of in a list in honor of Fathers Day. This is our 2017 Fathers Day gift guide. If your dad is a shooter, […]

Hogue Auto Knife | First Look

Hogue is mostly known for their well-made series of firearms grips. They make grips and stocks for rifles, shotguns, and handguns of all kinds. Hogue is branching off into knives, and they made a big showing at Shot Show 2017. Hogue has dived headfirst into the knife and blade realm in general with tomahawks, fixed blade knives, folders, and […]

The Sierra Block 1 – Form Function and Form

The Sierra Block 1 in the Afghan war print certainly turns heads when it comes to packs. It’s certainly not contained to your normal tactical colors of black, FDE, or OD green. The Afghan war print on the Sierra Block 1 litters the pack with grenades, AK 47s, and fighter jets. It doesn’t look like […]

NSR C-4 and Mag Carrier Combo | First Look

You can throw a stick at a gun show without hitting a holster manufacturer. To me, this is a very good thing. I love capitalism, and I love having the option. The NSR C-4 is the first fully polymer IWB holster I’d have the opportunity to review. The NSR C-4 can be worn traditional strong […]

Improvising a Kel Tec Sub 2000 Holster

I like to think I can be a creative individual. Sometimes I can see an item and have an idea about how I can repurpose it to suit my needs. One such item was the M320 holster by Blue Force Gear. I was enjoying their Spring sale and ran across the M320 holster. Instantly something […]

SIG SAUER 556R Russian

Before I start my review of the SIG 556R I want to do a short review of SIG’s customer service. I purchased this rifle heavily discounted because of issues with failing to extract and failing to eject. I knew off the bat I’d be sending it to SIG for repairs, and any repair costs would […]

Red Rock Defender Pack | First Look

Saying I have a thing for packs might be an understatement. I never realized how many I had, and how I can’t separate myself from them. I have everything from old school metal framed ALICE packs to Blue Force Gear’s latest offering. They all have a role to fill in my life. The newest pack […]

1Hydro Pro Hydration Series – Hydrate Everywhere

Hydration is the key to surviving and thriving in any situation. If you’ve ever spent any time in the military, or at least the Marines, you’ve heard the phrase drink water. It is to the point where it’s become a meme in the military community. Any Corpsman will tell you the cure for anything is to […]

Bravo Sierra Block 1 | First Look

The Sierra Block 1 by Bravo Worldwide is a medium-sized pack designed for the camper, hiker, and adventurer in all of us. The Sierra Block 1 is the perfect size for an individual 3-day bag. Now, unlike a lot of bags, this ruck isn’t just a pack to shove stuff in. It seems well thought out, […]