The Loadout Room
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Twas the night before Christmas and all thru SOFREP, all us mice were scurrying, we had missions to prep. For tis Christmas you see, a grand holiday, and we have friends and family everywhere, even some a world away. So now there are presents to wrap, veggies to chop, ham and turkeys to season, and […]
I’ve been working hard with Maximum Games for two years to create a realistic sniper game with sim-like qualities but also making sure it’s not too complicated to maintain fun gameplay. I’ve been a gamer since my first Atari when I was obsessed with Stargate Defender! The game is based on the bestselling book about […]
I have a confession to make. I’m a bit of a watch nerd. Can’t get enough of ’em. Don’t tell my wife, but my current collection is hovering somewhere in the 30-something range. When you are in the military, an accurate timepiece is an absolute necessity. It’s a piece of kit—a tool. Heck, you can […]
A Smoking Relief: Why Cigars Are a Veteran’s Best Relaxation Tool I am not here to explain why cigars are either good or bad for your health. I am here to share with you about an experience that you and I had at least once during our military careers. Before I joined the military, […]
Recently I was given the opportunity to try out the Bluetti Handsfree 2 Backpack Power Station for The Loadout Room. I’ve used just about every kind of backpack there is over just about every kind of terrain. Before it arrived, I wondered how it could possibly be any different or better than what I’d already […]
How’s it going everyone? I’m back again to talk about some more land nav. Today I want to get into the use of attack points, route selection, and terrain association. These skills are the backbone of effectively navigating on the ground. I do not want to go into making this an entirely formal class, so […]
I’ll admit it – I’m a hat guy. Historically they’ve mostly been baseball cap-style hats, my two favorite being a ‘dad hat’ I picked up in Amsterdam and a Legacy brand one that I bought on Kauai – that one is so broken in you can barely see the chicken logo anymore. But having lived […]
When you’re out there in the field, precision isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. Enter the X-Vision Impact 100 Thermal Laser Rangefinder, a device that promises to take your shooting game to the next level, day or night. Built with the serious shooter in mind, this rangefinder offers features that can make the difference between […]
When you’re on the move and need a solid concealed carry solution, the Falco G122 CrossBody Bag steps up to the plate. This bag isn’t just about looking good; it’s about function, durability, and making sure your gear is right where you need it when you need it. Built to Last, Styled to Blend In […]
A Lot of Watch From Down Under Are you a watch guy (or gal)? Do you like solidly built mechanical dive watches? Do you like to get the most bang for your buck when you buy something? If you’ve answered “yes” to any of these questions, the Erebus Origin is probably for you. If you […]
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