There are quite a few GPS devices out there and several companies who make good ones. However good is subjective and dependent upon what you need it for. When it comes to a GPS unit I need something that is lightweight. More so than that I need something that conserves battery … [Read more...]
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Garmin Tactix Charlie | One watch to rule them all
As the capabilities of our armed forces expand at an individual level to include responsibilities and abilities never before imagined, so too the requisite number of tools has expanded greatly. Much like smartphones cramming as many features as possible into a pocket-sized … [Read more...]
Garmin Fenix 5 | Worldclass Multi-Sport Watch
Summer is in full swing and it’s time to hit the trails, both for hiking and running. For the past two years, I’ve been using the Garmin Forerunner 10 as my GPS watch. This year it’s time to upgrade. After doing some research and asking questions, I’ve settled on the Garmin Fenix … [Read more...]
Technological dependence and the need for primitive skills
This may be a bit presumptuous of me, but our dependence on technology has made us weaker militarily, in my humble opinion. That’s not to say we shouldn’t be incorporating technology where we can to make us more effective, just that if there are more primitive methods available … [Read more...]
The Handgunner Backpack from G.P.S. Wild About Shooting
I'm pretty wild about shooting and I teach both NRA pistol and rifle shooting to civilians and law enforcement. I was looking for a solution to having 3 or 4 bags to haul my pistols to the range. I found that having the guns in sleeves, holsters, cases, etc. took up too much … [Read more...]
Garmin Forerunner 10 GPS Running Watch | Quick Look
For those of you like me that take a break from running in the winter months; it's time to dust off the running shoes and get back into the swing of things. Spring is right around the corner. For the last two years I've used my iPhone with some type of running app to track my … [Read more...]
Garmin Foretrex 401 GPS: Review
The Garmin Foretrex 401 GPS is an outstanding small, wrist-mounted GPS. I recently wore this GPS for a 3 mile walk/jog with my daughter. As you can see, the basic data you get just from using it while running or walking is quite informative. You don't get your pace time, but … [Read more...]