The LBT 6094 is one of the most-used plate carriers in the Special Operations community. Built to last even during the most demanding operations, the 6094 offers you both comfort and reliability. You can easily add front, back, and side standard SAPI plates (Level IV). It is available in standard and swimmer-cut plates, as well as with Level […]
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Spoil Dad for Christmas: Gifts over $100
Every year, family members rack their brains trying to figure out what to get their fathers for Christmas. Together, we here at The Loadout Room have put together a list of 10 top-quality gifts we believe any father would love. Some of the products have been reviewed by our staff and others have simply caught our eye. We believe all are […]
First Spear Ops-Core Hybrid Helmet Cover Review
I had the pleasure to review the First Spear Ops-Core Hybrid helmet cover on my Ops-Core Maritime-Cut helmet. First Spear makes great gear, and this helmet cover is by far the best I have seen on the market so far. In today’s environment of asymmetric warfare, helmet covers are very useful, since we might fight in […]
5 Gifts to Spoil Your Son
Choosing a gift for a teenage son can be a daunting task. New fads are in constant flux, and keeping up with the general fickleness of a teenager is almost impossible. More often than not, gifts are no longer a surprise. Kids give their parents a list of items that they want for Christmas and […]
Danner 10″ Fort Lewis Boot Review
Since 1932, the Danner boot company has been making high-quality tootwear for working men and women, and they are based right here in the United States. Danner’s headquarters are in Portland, Oregon, and they stake their reputation on using a blend of old-world craftsmanship and new-age technologies to build footwear that will literally last a lifetime. This […]
Spoil Dad for Christmas: Gifts Under $100
Deciding on a gift for dad is never easy. Deciding on a gift for dad when you are on a budget is even more difficult. Together, we here at The Loadout Room have put together a list of 10 affordable, top-quality gifts that we believe any father would love. Some of the products have been reviewed by our […]
Review: Vans Syndicate Defcon Shoes
These shoes rock for everyday wear in an urban environment. I’ve even taken them on the occasional day hike, and they proved to be very comfortable and provided more-than-adequate ankle support. Though I wouldn’t use them for day hikes that involve difficult terrain, they’re well-made shoes, and possess a high cool factor. Colors: MAS (Maritime Assault […]
Quick Look: Garmin Fenix 2 Multisport Watch
Garmin strikes again with what might very well be one of the best sports watches out there. For the distance runner—and I am one—it packs it all. Sure, the usual suspects are included: The Garmin tracks speed, pace, time, distance, and heart rate. But it gets interesting with a few new features, such as a foot pod that calculates […]
Quick Look: Vortex Viper and Diamondback Binoculars
If you’re a military observer, hunter, or sightseer, there is one product that should always be in your toolbox. A set of dependable binoculars. One of my favorite brands of binoculars on the market is the Vortex line. Within the Vortex line, the Viper and Diamondback are at the top of my list for quality, […]
Review: Giro Feature Mountain Bike Helmet
The Giro Feature mountain bike helmet was designed for the trail/all-mountain rider in mind, but works for all disciplines of riding (unless you require full face protection). This helmet is an ultra-comfortable, light mountain-bike helmet that provides more protection than the standard cross-country or road helmet. The Giro is light and comfortable enough to go largely […]