Multi functional tools are often the best tools. When a multi functional tool is lightweight, pocket size, and functions in coordination with tools you already own then it's even better. The OST 2.0, or Operator Survival Tool, checks all the above marks. It’s a lightweight system … [Read more...]
One of the things I miss about being an active duty Marine is the ingenuity of Marines. Marines are made to adapt and overcome. We evolve as the tides change. If you ever want to see real genius in play stick a Marine somewhere and deprive him one of the things all Marines need … [Read more...]
The world can be a scary place, and oddly enough the places it can be scariest are the most beautiful. I’ll never forget the sunsets in Afghanistan. I’ve humped through marshes and swamps just to get to a crystal clear spring. Anyone who hikes, humps, and enjoys the great … [Read more...]
I have carried a pen every day (EDC) for many years. It was a small Space Pen for a good long time but the clip slides off and I lost at least 2 of them. Then just a simple hard plastic Bic pen that I put a strip of ACU duct tape around (just for looks). This was adequate for a … [Read more...]
I’ve only been working for Crate Club a few months now and in that time I’ve seen some awesome stuff come through the Crates. But this is by far my favorite piece of gear. The Crate Club Battle Axe is a very limited run of Survival Axes included in the Operator Crate for January. … [Read more...]
We talk a lot about Every Day Carry (EDC) here at SOFREP and in the LoadOut Room. Today I would like to introduce you to EDC3 –Every Day Carry+ Car Camping. I read an article recently that broke my heart. It said that the outdoor industry has a millennial problem. Our SOFREP … [Read more...]
