I thought I knew Bogs; they’re those tall rubber boots with the hand-grabs at the top to pull ’em on. Farmers wear them. And fisherman. And they come in fun colors and patterns to wear in the garden. So, when Erik began sporting the Johnny Chukka II’s in the fall, I was surprised to see […]
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Greatest Rifle On God’s Green Earth: The Dickert Rifle
The Dickert rifle repelled the French, freed a people from British tyranny, defended a young nation from foreign insult, expanded westward with free trappers, and fought Santa Ana in Texas. There is no tool of liberty, no fashioned steel, carved marble, written scroll that embodies the tenacity and vigor or American Liberty and our willingness to kill for freedom like the Dickert Rifle.
Ladies’ Concealed Carry: Dressing for CCW: Gun Belts
There are several practical elements one must address when determining the right concealed carry setup for an individual. These are the “how to” components, such as which firearm, the particular carry method, what holster, etc. But, concealed carry also requires one to analyze their fashion: will your clothing effectively conceal your carry gun? With figure-flattering […]
Executive Protection Admin Bag
The Executive Protection (EP) Admin Bag is the brainchild of Aaron Mauldin, former Marine, executive protection agent, and founder of the Zombie Eradication Response Team (Z.E.R.T.). The bag is designed to hold the essentials for an executive protection agent while performing advances or protection details. The bag is produced by Velocity Systems/Mayflower R&C and is available […]
Long Range Shooting Loadout
In 2016, I embarked on a mission to learn the trade of long-range shooting. Along the way I’ve written articles covering some of the equipment individually. I also wrote about my experiences while training. What I neglected to do is put together a long range shooting loadout. This article will include the items I pack […]
Atibal MROC 3x Optic: A rugged light weight sight
The Atibal MROC (modern rifle optic component) is another entry in the short but growing list of optics based on the same patent as the venerable Trijicon ACOG. That patent (having lapsed in 2008) has opened up a big niche in the optics market for those who want something close to what the ACOG provides, […]
Jumping into IDPA on a Budget
One of my new friends recently asked me about the gear necessary for launching out into the world of IDPA.When it comes to IDPA and other gun games, a lot of people will tell you to buy the best of everything to avoid wasting your money. Eventually you’re going to want the best as you […]
Civilian Concealable Armor for under $200
The body armor industry has really exploded this year. In a short period of time, we’ve seen companies coming forward to meet the needs of civilians. Companies that realize this are producing armor that’s thinner, lighter, more capable and most importantly more affordable. I’ve started a project here at the Loadout Room to bring forward […]
The Vertx EDC Gamut | A Low Profile Backpack
If you have been reading the Loadout Room’s mission items, you might have noticed a theme of late, some call it being the grey man, some call it low profile operations, non-permissive, or it is just a way of life by blending into the environment. If you travel to NY City or any major metropolitan […]
GORUCK Padded Field Pouches
One of the best tests of physical endurance is carrying a fully loaded pack setup for combat operations. Most active-duty infantry personnel are tested in this manner through Indoctrination programs, Special Forces selection programs or through testing systems such as the Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation; which sets the standard for a forced march at […]

