Gear

ZZZ Custom Works gunfighter gear

Special acknowledgment to ZZZ Custom Works for providing me with quality holstering systems specific to the needs I had during the most difficult parts of my career down south. ZZZ Custom Works in a very discreet way has been accompanying me throughout my time working. Their work and attention to real world experience and the […]

Goal Zero Boulder 50 Solar Panel | Off the grid

Truck Camping 101 | Part 3 | Portable Power – Goal Zero Boulder 50 Solar Panel If you’ve been following along, I’ve published a couple of articles covering items I’ve found to be essential for truck or car camping. Additionally, these items could be applied to a “bug out” situation where living off the grid or […]

Watch: Axelson Tactical Advanced Rifle Case (ARC)

Watch as Dave from Axelson Tactical goes over the many features of the new Advanced Rifle Case (ARC). Specifications (courtesy of the Axelson Tactical website) The Axelson Axe Advanced Rifle Case shields your firearms from the elements and external forces with not one but two layers. The outer layer is the hard plastic shell […]

Update On The Raven Concealment Moduloader Pocket Shield

I’ve been using the Raven Concealment ModuLoader Pocket Shield mounting system designed by Chris Fry (MDTS) for almost a year now. For quite some time I just carried the mid-sized TDI KA-BAR knife on it. About a month ago I added a custom made Kydex sheath made by Hawaiian Punch Industries for my ASP Key […]

Review: Hill People Gear Runner’s Kit Bag

(Article courtesy of Breach Bang Clear) Review: Hill People Gear Runner’s Kit Bag Mike Durand What do runners think about when they run? The distance? How their bodies are aching? The XL King Arthur Supreme pizza and 18 pack of Coors Light they’re going to destroy post-run? Those are all likely scenarios, but someone must […]

Tuff Writer Mini Click Pen | Precision writing instrument and impact weapon

I prefer a quality made writing instrument just as much as I prefer a quality watch and knife. Owning and carrying a quality pen is a gentleman thing. For the savage gentleman though, you’ll want a pen that is not only quality, but is able to be used as an improvised weapon. You’re not always […]

Goal Zero Yeti 150 | Portable Power

Truck Camping 101 | Part 2 | Portable Power – Goal Zero Yeti 150 In a previous article, I discussed a great solution for portable lighting while truck or car camping. To keep those lights burning, a source of power is required. What better company to find portable power, solar and lighting solutions from than Goal […]

The Hidden Woodsmen possible pouch

What is a possibles pouch? During the 18th century many woodsman and military scouts carried a possibles pouch. Within that pouch they carried what they needed for the day; similar to what our SOF operators would carry in a SERE kit. Back then the typical pouch contained black powder, powder measurer, flint and steel, lead balls […]

Grab your gear and go | Build an adventure go bag

You may be prepared for the worst disaster, but are you prepared for a quick adventure to the mountains or the ski touring invite. Be prepared to grab your gear and go at any time.

Building a Bolt Bag: Being Prepared to Go At Any Moment

Fresh off the heels of ITS Muster IV, I’ve taken some of what I learned on building a Bolt Bag and applied it to my home “Bolt Bag,” which generally speaking, I always have with me. A Bolt Bag contains mission essential equipment that you’d never want to be without, no matter what your “mission” […]