Most everyone carries a bag, whether it’s a backpack, purse, messenger bag, or if you’re a tourist in DC, a fanny pack and FBI hat with CIA shirt. Now, if you were in the military, your bag was a ruck. And if you served a while back, as I did, your ruck had an external frame that … [Read more...]
More space is better was my general approach when I was carrying a pack in the Marines. I wanted the ability to carry more when necessary and didn't mind toting a half-empty pack. I stubbornly kept that idea as I became a civilian and always went big. This creates some … [Read more...]
I use the SwissGear 1900 bag for my EDC use. I prefer the gray man approach for daily use, which is why I use this bag over others. The bag doesn't scream "tactical" and it's very well-built. It's TSA approved for scanning laptops while in the bag and it can also hold most … [Read more...]
All you have to do is watch the news for a few minutes to be reminded that disaster and chaos can happen anywhere and at anytime. Most experts say that the first 72 hours after the event are the most critical, where food, water and shelter will be in high demand and short supply. … [Read more...]
Osprey is a technical pack manufacturer whose roots trace back to 1974. Osprey has produced quality packs for decades and has now established itself as one of the premier leading manufacturers in the outdoors industry. These days you won’t be able to hike a trail anywhere … [Read more...]
I always find it an interesting study when a company is named after something historical, whether a person or a group. Sometimes it's a catchy gimmick, sometimes it's a true ethos that the brand lives and dies by. In this case, today's review item is the Cannae Sarcina Rally … [Read more...]
