Maxpedition has been around for a while now and has proven themselves in the tactical nylon industry. They are known for making bombproof gear. I’ve used several smaller pouches and one of their Falcon packs in the past. One of the most durable small day packs I had ever tried and used. I recently saw […]
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The Knyphe: Phone Case + EDC Knife
I was browsing roughly through a gun and gear Facebook page when I stumbled across the Knyphe. The Knyphe is a great name for a really sweet idea. It’s simple, you already have a phone, and it’s likely in a case. So why not carry a fixed blade in the case? The Knyphe is a […]
5.11 Aurora Shell Jacket | Elemental protection
The annual SHOT Show is usually populated by booths showing more of the same, “A little newer, lighter and more expensive” was my answer when questioned what the theme this year was. 5.11 Tactical, however, dropped a lot of new products. I was invited to their Las Vegas retail store for a media meet-and-greet and was […]
Vehicle Preparedness Kit: The 12-hour bag
Although this bag is not necessarily part of my ’emergency’ kit for roadside emergencies, it does stay in my vehicle next to the roadside assistance gear. Some may want to categorize this as a go-bag, which I guess it could fill that role. Part of my preparedness mindset is being ready to assist others when […]
The Loadout Room is seeking motivated gear reviewers
The Loadout Room is looking to increase its pool of gear reviewers. To start, this is a pro-bono position where you will do video reviews covering firearms and gear that you currently own, documenting what you like or dislike about it, and why. This can be done via iPhone/smartphone or higher end cameras. For examples, check out our […]
The T3 Gen 2 Kit Bag: A weatherproof kit bag for any operation
A kit bag is what all my gear goes into. I have a contractor bag by LBT that I put all my normal clothes into, but in my kit bag goes my expensive gear and often times its overloaded with gear that is a pain in the ass to carry. The second that I found […]
Mechanix Wear FastFit Gloves
When looking for a tactical set of gloves we all have our favorite brands, Oakley, Mechanix, Condor, and so on. Some of us will hunt high and low to find the right set of gloves and pay what we need to pay, which can be expensive at times. I recently deployed to a new AO (area of operations) and was […]
The Glock 17: A pistol for fighting
As always, I am a huge proponent of carrying and using whatever you have at your disposal. However depending on how you’re trained or how your brain works, because we are all different, certain firearms can be more conducive to your shooting skills than others. That being said I have my own personal standards for […]
Shoot Straight: Caldwell Stinger Rifle Rest
Caldwell’s Stinger solves some fundamental challenges with rifle shooting. I had been resistant to the use of rests, perhaps as an old Soldiering habit. Train, as you fight, so shoot free-hand, was the mantra. All of that goes out the window however if you are truly trying to test, zero, or even teach with a simpler […]
The Crate Club & NFW Watch Collaboration
A watch is a great way to finish off your look. Not only can watches be a lifesaver to those in the military, but they are a staple in a gentleman’s daily carry and wear. I own both the Auto Pilot and Valor from NFW and they are nothing short of rugged, dependable and bad-ass, which is why we chose them […]