It’s never too early to start planning for next years excursions. The problem that many of us face when planning our trips, loading up our backpacks and vehicles, is what style of cookware do we take with us, and what kind to leave at home. In my trip planning, I am fortunate to only have […]
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Danner Tachyon | First Impressions
It turns out one of the most exciting clothing products I saw at this year’s SHOT show wasn’t even a new one for 2017. The Danner Tachyon was one of the few items I had circled not two but three times in my notebook to review once I had returned to the ol’ homestead. Imagine my […]
Brandon Webb Reviews Brooklyn Bicycle Co.
Maneuvering around the city by bicycle can be one of the most efficient ways to travel. Brandon Webb reviews his new NYC ride by Brooklyn Bicycle Co.
BLACKHAWK! Escape & Evasion Pouch
The Blackhawk Escape/Evasion Pouch is a uniquely designed to carry any and all E&E kit. It can be worn vertically high or low and horizontally on the belt. This pouch is ideal for the minimalist hiker. With this pouch you can carry an emergency shelter, a few fire starting implements, a compass, a power bar, […]
The New LALO BUDS/HYDRO Recon Is Ready When You Are!
The Hydro Recon is a new neoprene surf boot and has been in the works for a while and now it’s out! Spotter Up will give you a complete review. From drawing board to the customer it’s finally here. You can order them online. Booties are excellent for protecting the soles of your feet but will also […]
Tru-Nord Compass | The Most Durable Button Compass
The Tru-Nord compass is a precision instrument, specifically designed for use in wilderness areas, day or night where an accurate, dependable quick reading compass is essential. Some assume that the higher grade button compasses – AA – mean higher quality, but that’s not necessarily true. They are generally plastic and give a general direction for […]
Crate Club Review | Leatherman Wingman | Initial Impressions
After marrying his Vietnamese wife and settling down in Saigon, Tim Leatherman would soon begin the journey that led to the creation of one of the most popular tool brands in America. A week before the Fall of Saigon at the hands of communist North Vietnam, Leatherman fled the country with his wife and her […]
A Navy SEALs EDC Gear Recommendations
Whether you know it or not, everyone has an Everyday Carry kit, including yourself. The difference is that those of us with a survival mindset actually put a little thought and planning into what we carry around with us on a daily basis. Everyone’s kit is going to be a little different depending on where […]
The Go Panel By SpecOp Shop
How do we carry gear? More Specifically how do we carry gear on our body for immediate use. Typically it’s by belt, load bearing vest, chest rig, plate carrier, or some combination. Most methods of carrying serious gear, like rifle mags, and IFAKS, are done in a very high profile manner. It’s pretty difficult to […]
The Go Panel By SpecOp Shop
How do we carry gear? More Specifically how do we carry gear on our body for immediate use. Typically it’s by belt, load bearing vest, chest rig, plate carrier, or some combination. Most methods of carrying serious gear, like rifle mags, and IFAKS, are done in a very high profile manner. It’s pretty difficult to […]
