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Summer is upon us in south Florida, and that means sweat – lots of it. Standard beach (and shooting range) attire here seems to consist mostly of sun shirts – those light & loose SPF tops that fishermen wear. Yeah…that doesn’t work for me. While they might ward off the UV rays and provide a […]
Best boots for Combat sim, hiking, and general use? A lot of people have a favorite brand of boot when it comes to military service, camping experience or outdoor activities. I am one of those people. I have some recommendations, tips, as well as complaints. Here are a couple of options that range for […]
I think I’ve said it before but, it’s STILL hot here in NW Florida and we’re just getting into August when your clothing gets tested the most, especially your socks. If you’re on your feet all day and you don’t have good socks the problems will count up quickly and you don’t want to have […]
Seriously, it’s not a joke it really is hot out and it’s only going to get worse if you pay attention to world events and follow the weather patterns. A recent article from the NY Times states “At large events all over the world, the scenes of extreme heat stress are starting to look familiar. […]
Every hunter and shooter dreams of a spotting scope that enhances their scouting sessions and optimizes their range time. Unfortunately, many entry-level models fall short. Enter the Vortex Crossfire® HD family—set to redefine your expectations. Performance You Can Trust Crossfire® HD spotters deliver powerful hunting tools with proven performance and reliability synonymous with the Crossfire® […]
“When are you going to put that thing in?” A legitimate question my wife posed to me about the box sitting next to her car labeled “TruckVault” that had arrived 4 days earlier and was “still” sitting there. To be honest I was a little worried that this was going to be a project that […]
I’ve been putting the latest Kite APC 50 Image-Stabilized Binoculars through their paces, specifically the 18×50 model. This new addition to Kite Optics’ IS lineup has left me thoroughly impressed. The image stabilization is top-notch, and the new features and improved optics provide an even better viewing experience. Kite has poured over a decade of […]
When it comes to outdoor gear, comfort and durability are paramount. Picture this: you’re deep in the backcountry, the sun is setting, and after a long day of hiking, all you want is to kick back and relax. Or, you’re on the beach of the river in NW Florida or simply at a BBQ with […]
When I started Military Security work, safety glasses were almost non-existent. Later in my Law Enforcement years, they were often of dubious quality compared to today’s standards but the idea of one set that was useful and included lenses to wear indoors and outdoors hadn’t become a “thing” yet. Today, thankfully we have Bolle Safety […]
At the homestead one Saturday, I’d finally grown tired of the overgrown shrubbery in the front yard, and the time for trimming and clearing out weeds that didn’t belong there was long overdue. I let Layla out for supervision, then grabbed the Spetsnaz Survival Machete Chopper that I’ve been using for the past few weekends, […]
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