The Mechanix CG Impact Pro include reinforced leather in all the right areas and provide flexible protection across the knuckles for added dexterity.
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Get the Gear: Selecting the Proper SCUBA Diving Equipment
By Derek Gill Over the past few articles on diving, we’ve been discussing so much technical information that I thought it would be a good time to open a dialogue about equipment. Whether you’re a seasoned diver, or if all of the cool gadgets we keep talking about have you excited to get started, you can benefit […]
Triple Aught Design | Mean T-Skull Shemagh
If you have been a loyal follower of The Loadout Room, you may be familiar with Triple Aught Design (TAD). The Loadout Room has featured several of TAD’s gear and I myself own several TAD gear in my wardrobe. TAD offers a variety of gear, most of them being outdoor apparel. One product that may […]
An Ultralight Outdoor Adventure EDC
I’m going to start a small series on ultralight gear for hiking, backpacking and trail running. To kick it off I’m going to begin with an Ultralight EDC (Everyday Carry). Although this EDC kit that I’m going to discuss isn’t as sexy as some other selections out there, it’s proven quality gear that is lightweight […]
Two Is One, One Is None: All About Backups
If you’ve been into everyday carry for a while now, you’ve probably heard the saying “two is one, one is none.” In other words, it means you should carry a backup. If you’re only carrying one critical item (like a knife or flashlight) and it breaks or goes missing, then you’re out of luck. By […]
Blue Force Gear Water Bottle Pouch | First Impressions
If there is one thing common among all four branches of the military it is hydration. The military’s absurd love of hydration does make sense. Dehydrated people are more likely to become dead people. Getting hit by the enemy is a tragedy. Becoming hospitalized for not drinking water is negligence. This obsession with water drinking […]
Angel Armor | We All Need an Ally
The Angel Armor Ally One panel is pretty revolutionary. I’ve been carrying it for a few weeks now in a number of different packs. The Angel Armor panel is just so lightweight and convenient I don’t have a reason not to. In real life it gives me an unparalleled advantage in my day-to-day life that […]
Minimalistic Approach to First-Aid | Blue Force Gear’s ‘Micro Trauma Kit Now’
Blue Force Gear has recently introduced the Micro Trauma Kit NOW! The Micro TKN closes the gap on any given person’s greatest liability, a life threatening traumatic injury. Blue Force Gear is known for making high quality innovative tactical products right here in the USA and backed by their lifetime warranty.  With the Micro TKN you can utilize […]
Vanquest Gear Husky 2.0 Maximizer Pouch
The HUSKY 2.0 is the larger version of the personal pocket maximizers manufactured by Vanquest Gear. This is an EDC zippered pouch designed to organize a variety of personal gear and fit in your cargo pants or jacket pockets with ease. Made from a water-repellent Cordura material, this pouch is extremely durable and lightweight. The […]
Vanquest Mobius 2.0 VPacker
When I think of EDC items, I envision a watch, wallet, maybe a small knife and or pistol. However, I’ve seen posts on forums where people show what they carry every day and it’s astonishing. And sometimes completely unrealistic. A full size pistol, 2 double stack magazines, a fighting knife, hatchet, medical kit, gas mask, […]
