Gear Reviews

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 | Combat survival training tools

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 […]

Which “tactical” hydration carrier works best? (Qore Iceplate, Source or MSR)

There are many tactical hydration methods for carrying water on you during “tactical” doings. Some work better then others. Ultimately it comes down to what works for you in your mission set. In the following video I discuss some new novel ideas as well as old fall backs that have withstood the test of time. […]

Yeti Panga 75 Duffel | Dry storage option

Truck Camping 101 | Part 6 | Keeping equipment dry – Yeti Panga 75 Inclement weather can rain on your parade at any point while living in the outdoors. Being prepared with the proper equipment can make a potentially miserable situation better. Having served in the 2nd Ranger Battalion and lived in the Pacific Northwest […]

The UCO Air Lithium Ion Rechargeable Headlamp

They call it the Air because of its weight; it weighs damn near nothing when you hold it in your hands. The second thing you’ll notice right out of the box is the head strap. All the other headlamps that I own, all have an elastic stretchable strap that hold the lamp secure to your […]

The SOB Puncher | An Emergency Backup Weapon

For some time now I have been looking for a new low profile weapon to take the place of much bulkier fixed blade knives I usually carry. I’ve had my eye on the SOB Puncher as an option and conveniently enough I ended up receiving one for review. The SOB Puncher is a push dagger […]

Hydro Flask Wine Bottle | Modern luxury in the wilderness

Camping, hiking, and exploring have always been part of my life. In my youth, I loved the challenge of packing light and staying out for extended periods of time. Only bringing the bare essentials. Well, the challenge portion of my adventures have shifted to an enjoyment phase. I still love an adventure, but I prefer […]