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Professional Gear Reviews
As the name says, this is 5.11 Tactical’s 72-hour pack, and yes there is plenty of space in there. The design of the bag is good and all the various pouches and pockets are well layed out. The pack has a large internal compartment with different pockets inside to allow you organise your kit. There […]
Boot makers Meindl, who are based in Germany, have been producing boots for over three hundred years. The Kobra is a lightweight 8″ boot, in fact I would say they are ultra lightweight. The Meindl Kobra GTX boots are Gortex-lined and made from high quality full grain leather. The sole of the boot is made using […]
For an all around travel assault pack, the Vertx GAMUT PLUS assault pack has it. At first glance and trying on the pack, it reminded me of an MC-4 parachute rig used for HALO operations. It feels extremely comfortable and organizes the weight in a way that doesn’t feel awkward. Some immediate features that I noticed with […]
A good pair of boots are an absolute must have for any soldier and Salomon Quest 4D are a great pair of boots. The design of the boots is based on a pair of Salomon running shoes, which is a good start as they feel very light on your feet. As a gear freak, I […]
Almost all my friends who are still serving in the Canadian Forces as snipers are using Eberlestock bags to carry their rifles around. I personally tried one during an operation in Afghanistan and I was pleasantly surprised on how comfortable it was. The Eberlestock G2 ‘’Gunslinger II’’ pack is one of the best pack a […]
When it comes to packs, Mystery Ranch is one of my top choice. Quite a few friends of mine are fielding Mystery Ranch packs and loves them. Whether it’s for military use, hiking or everyday carry, the Mystery Ranch packs will never let you down! The Spartan Assault pack is the smallest in his category. […]
Breathable gloves that are also totally waterproof? Yeah, I had to read it twice as well, but they do exist. The Sealskinz range are renowned for quality and reliability. Any time that I read something that promises to be totally waterproof, the first thing that springs to mind is “we’ll see about that.” I am glad […]
Need boiling water in 2 minutes when out in the wilderness ? The Jetboil Flash is just what you need. The complete cooking system stores in the boiling mug and can easily be put together in under 20 seconds. One of the best features of the Jetboil Flash is its inbuilt starter so matches or […]
I just had the pleasure of reviewing a Tyr Tactical PICO Assaulters Plate Carrier, which is on my list of the Top 5 Plate Carriers that I’ve worn and tried over my 14 year career as a light infantryman. The PICO is a solid plate carrier that will withstand the harsh environments and abuses that operators will […]
The Snugpak Stratosphere bivvi shelter is a one-man bivvi but also has the features of a small one-man tent. It is extremely light, weighing only 1.13kgs, and very easy to erect – it took me under a minute to put it together. Once the shelter is together, it is quite spacious inside around the head […]
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