November 1, 2017 – Bonner, Mont (USA) – Planetary Design launches the new, patent-pending Brü-Stop™ French press technology. This innovation solves two of the main challenges of French pressed coffee: preventing an “over-brewed” taste caused by over-extraction, and keeping grounds out of your coffee. The Brü-Stop™ press features a precisely placed barrier plate that hovers […]
Gear Reviews
The First-Ever Swinging and Reclining Camp Chair Hits the Market
[Dover, NH] – Ever since chairs were first created about five thousand years ago, people have been continuously improving upon comfort and form. And today, NEMO Equipment, Inc. announces a step-change in comfort with the introduction of the first ever portable swinging and reclining camp chair. The Stargaze™ Recliner is a suspended engineered chair that allows the […]
Winter is coming! Cold weather survival considerations
With cold temperatures coming down upon us in most parts of the country, it’s time to start thinking about ways to manage the cold in case of emergency. While many of us have a basic emergency kit in our vehicles, it’s good to have a box (I use a milk crate) kept in the vehicle […]
Watch: The basics of tactical gloves
There are thousands of gloves to choose from. In the following video I discuss some of the more popular models currently being fielded. There are many considerations when choosing a glove. In the following video we contrast and compare multiple gloves to help you choose the one that is best for you.
Benchmade HK Ally Knife: A lightweight, affordable and effective EDC folding knife
First off I will tell you that this knife has been discontinued from the manufacturer, but still available on the secondary market such as eBay for around $35. I had reservations at first to review this knife solely because it was discontinued, but after realizing how great this folder is I had to let our readers […]
SOFREP TV Field Notes: Review of the First Spear Assaulter Armor Carrier (AAC) System
Review of the First Spear Assaulter Armor Carrier (AAC) System, and Multi Mag Rapid Adjust Pocket, during Episode 8 of Training Cell. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4kerqcTVQw&feature=em-subs_digest Follow SOFREP TV on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with the latest news, photos and training evolutions. Be sure to check out SOFREP TV, bringing you what old fashion cable network’s can’t deliver; authenticity and behind the […]
Winter vehicle preparedness kit | What should you include?
Winter will be here soon enough. Have you though about what’s in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Get a head start on winter and get home alive.
Terrorist uses a rental truck as his weapon in a deadly attack in NYC | How can you be ready to respond to these situations?
Yesterday we witnessed yet another attack on the homeland. This specific attacked happened in NYC, just blocks from the World Trade Center. Although not nearly as deadly as 9/11, it’s still an attack on our country no matter how small. The weapon used in this specific attack was a rental truck. The terrorist used the […]
Loadout Room photo of the day | SERE survival training tools
Gränsfors and Husqvarna axes used by SERE instructors during training.
Prepping for Bow Hunting
Hopefully you had a successful hunt last year, or at the least, had some fun out in the woods. If you are anything like me, once the season is over all your gear ends up in a state of chaos. Regardless of whether you are a seasoned hunter, or just starting out, these tips can […]