In this edition of Rad on Gear, Rad’s talking shades–and not just because they’re fashionable. Protecting your eyes from the sun’s rays is important, especially in highly reflective environments like ski slopes or on the water. There’s no shortage of good eye-wear brands out there, and this time, Rad’s putting a pair of Pit Viper […]
Gear Reviews
Rad on Gear: Discovering Cotopaxi backpacks in the wild
If you really want to know what gear works in the real world, there’s not better way to find out than to ask the folks that are really using it. In this episode of Rad on Gear, Rad bumps into a family hitting the trails together and talks to them about their Cotopaxi backpack to […]
How secure is texting? This excerpt from the off-grid communications book ‘COMSEC’ will surprise you
Editors note: This is an excerpt from the book, “COMSEC: Off-the-Grid Communications Strategies for Privacy Enthusiasts, Journalists, Politicians, Crooks, and the Average Joe,” by Justin Carrol and Drew M. Make sure to check the bottom of the piece for a direct link to purchase this book from Amazon! CHAPTER 1 (CONTINUED): THE INSECURITY OF SMS […]
Spend More Time Shooting and Less Time Loading with MagPump Pro
The easiest way to load magazines New to the lineup of products from MagPump is the MagPump Pro Series. The MagPump pro is capable of handling large capacity, high-frequency magazine loading for 9mm and AR-15 magazines. The two new magazine loaders are a hybrid of the already trusted and loved MagPump models. The Pro offers […]
Rad on Gear: Hitting the trails with an Ibex Ironworks blade
Here at the Loadout Room, we love a good knife–and Rad is no exception. This time, he’s out on the trails of Utah logging some miles and carrying a handmade sheep-hoof style blade from Ibex Ironworks. Ibex Ironworks is a veteran owned company that builds their knives by hand, so you’ll have to go straight […]
Pistol training in your living room with the Laser Bullet from Hits Arms
I just received a great new product for dry firing when you cannot get to the range. Hits Arms 9MM laser bullet and it is also available in 38 Special, 7.62X39, .223/5.56 Nato, 308, 30:06 and 12 gauge at www.ahitsarms.com The two firearms that I used for my dry fire practice were a Beretta 92 […]
Rad on Gear: Staying hydrated with the Stow-Collapsible Hydrapak Water Bottle
We all know the old “rule of threes” when it comes to survival: you can last 3 hours without shelter in a harsh environment, 3 days without water, and 3 weeks without food, but if you don’t start worrying about staying hydrated before a survival situation arises, you’re already in for a world of hurt. […]
Rad on Gear: The need to feed with Clif Bars
In this episode of Rad on Gear, Rad’s out on the slopes and in need of a quick pick-me-up. It’s not just about worst-case scenario survival when it comes to packing grub with you gear, it’s also about maintaining your energy levels while you’re out having a good time. What’s Rad keep in his pack […]
The well-read warrior: The books you need to read this month
In today’s world full of motive-driven media outlets and the internet’s non-stop outrage party, it pays to unplug from the anger-matrix from time to time so you can focus on the broader issues affecting our society. If you want to be better informed that than your average Facebook spamming troll, it means learning more about […]
Rad on Gear: Condor Hydration Bladder Carrier kit review
This time, we find Rad back in his natural habitat (surrounded by gear) where he reviews the Condor Hydration Bladder Carrier kit. This all in one set up comes with everything you need to fill up and stay hydrated right out of the box–but there’s more to quenching your thirst on the trail than water […]