In this edition of Rad on Gear, he’s taken us all the way to the incredible Bonneville Salt Flats to talk about a simple solution for what people always turn into a complex problem: fire. There are lots of fire starter kits out there on the market (and lots of them are great) but the […]
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Watch: US Marines train in a live fire shoot house
Clearing a building is among the most treacherous tasks a warfighter can be faced with in a combat zone. A building full of unknown twists, turns, and hiding spots, potentially full of well-armed opponents isn’t anyone’s idea of an easy day, but the reality of modern warfare requires that our service members are experts in […]
Learn how to prepare for a bad situation from retired Navy SEAL Clint Emerson
Longtime readers at the Loadout Room will recognize Clint Emerson as the author of the 100 Deadly Skills series of books, which are an invaluable tool for anyone that prizes self reliance and being prepared. For those who may not have run across Emerson’s work in the past, he is one of a few professional […]
Big Phil on Tour: Getting young troopers into fighting shape at AFC Harrogate
The Army Foundation College at Harrogate is the only Junior Entry Phase 1 training establishment in the British Army. In short, AFC Harrogate turns young men and women into soldiers, and in this edition of Big Phil on Tour, he’s checking out the different ways these young troopers get into fighting shape. Of course, Big […]
Rad on Gear: On the scene at Operation Lion Claws Military Simulation Series
Rad’s not just an adventurer, he’s also the owner/operator of Tactical Airsoft Supply out of Salt Lake City. In this edition of Rad on Gear, he stumbles across a fan in the cadre of Operation Lion Claws. Sure, he gets the name of the site wrong once or twice, but it’s the thought that counts! […]
Rad on Gear: London Bridge Trading Load Bearing Chest Rig
Rad’s not just an adventurer, he’s also the owner and operator of Tactical Airsoft Supply in Salt Lake City. This time, he’s busting out some of the gear he uses in matches and while working as an instructor. This London Bridge Trading Load Bearing Chest Rig may be a bit pricey, but you’ll never have […]
Rad on Gear: How many times have you had a booboo? The Crate Club First Aid Kit
In this edition of Rad on Gear, Rad’s talking about how to address injuries the crop up in the field. Whether you’re trying to prevent invention in scrapes and cuts, need to ice down a sprained ankle, or are just looking for a bit of relief from your wind-chapped lips, this First Aid Kit from […]
Rad on Gear: Train at home with the Elite Force 1911 TAC Airsoft Pistol
Rad’s not just a wandering adventurer, he’s also a businessman. In this edition of Rad on Gear, he brings his expertise as the owner of Salt Lake City’s Tactical Airsoft Supply to bear as he discusses his Elite Force 1911 TAC Airsoft Pistol. Airsoft isn’t just for kicks (though it can be one hell of […]
Watch: Special Operations veterans recount experiences during the Battle of the Black Sea
Col. Larry Perino, Col. Lee VanArsdale, and Command Sgt. Maj. Kyle Lamb recently sat down with the Modern War Institute at West Point to discuss the Battle of the Black Sea. They participated in Operation Gothic Serpent which the public is largely familiar with through the book and film “Black Hawk Down.” The interview contains […]
Rad on Gear: Altama Jungle Boots
In this edition of Rad on Gear, Rad’s talking footwear. Whether you’re a hiker, an operator, or a traveling adventurer like Rad, one of the most important pieces of kit you can buy are your footwear. The wrong boots can do more than ruin your day; they can ruin your feet. That’s why Rad rocks […]