Update: Approximately four weeks after publication of this article, the H16 Wave started to malfunction and became inoperable. I reached out to Olight to discuss the issues and they told me that they had not seen this type of issue before. Olight requested I return the light so … [Read more...]
Typically I shy away from backpacks covered in MOLLE and paracord. They scream tactical, military and give an overall perception to others that the bag contains something along those lines. I’m not sure that I would carry this pack around town in an urban environment because of … [Read more...]
Given the numerous natural disasters and large-scale riots protests across the country, it’s as good a time as any to cover (or discover) what considerations should go into building a “Go-Bag”. First, let’s differentiate between a Go-Bag and a Bug-Out-Bag (B.O.B). A Go-Bag is … [Read more...]
The latest in the DAP Pack line - the Tracer™ Pack is a full featured, Dapper™ compatible EDC (Every Day Carry) pack that is perfectly suited in the car, at the office, in class, or in the back of an MRAP. The Tracer Pack allows you to carry all your essentials with the pack as … [Read more...]
Before we start this review, I will be completely honest with all of you, 5.11 Tactical is not one of my favorite brands. It's nothing against 5.11, they make a great product, but I just don't want to be that "wannabe operator airsoft dude" that wears nothing but 5.11 gear. I … [Read more...]
For quite some time now I’ve had my eye on the packs from the infamous Crye Precision. Crye is known throughout the industry as the benchmark in tactical clothing and equipment. So when something as accessible as a backpack hits their shelves, people take notice. No longer do you … [Read more...]
