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Blue Force Gear Triple Mag Pouch | A combat proven mag pouch

In today’s market, there is a myriad of mag pouches to choose from. They range from low-profile to very secure. Its a rarity to have a piece of kit that can do both without compromising the other. In my opinion, the Blue Force Gear Triple Mag Pouch is the way forward. They provide a solid grip on the magazine like no other I’ve used and trust me when I say ‘you put your magazines in these and they’re going nowhere.’

They are highly versatile and work on different mags – 5.45, 7.62, 5.56, no problem. While in my last area of operations (AO), I used AK-74s and AK-47 magazines with zero issues. The 7.62 are a bit tight, but they still work very well. While working, I have mainly used the 74s with 30 round mags and one 45 round mag. Even with the weight of the 45 round mag in these pouches, there’s been zero movements with any force I’ve thrown their way.

One downside is you can forget about a tactical/combat reload of placing the empty mag back into the Blue Force Gear Triple Mag Pouch. During this situation, there is no way you will get a mag back in these pouches. I’ve tried and tried repeatedly, but maybe I’m just not as good as those tactical gods out there. Maybe there is an operator out there who can do this, but it’s not me. Spend the mag, dump it in a cargo pocket, reload, and crack on.

As stated previously, the main positive of the Blue Force Gear Triple Mag Pouch is I’ve never seen a mag pouch hold like this before. Crawl, run, climb, handstands, do whatever you want – your mags will still be there when counts and that’s the most important thing. You would think it must be difficult to put a mag in this pouch, but they side right in with a push. Combat reloads are the only time when it will slow you down. When in need of a magazine you can get another quick as your reflexes will allow.

As for durability, these are tuff as nails and been on the go now for some time. I’ve punished these in some very unforgiving environments and not a single hole has formed in the material. As you can see in the photos, there is some fraying of the material, but they are still fully functional. Also, the Velcro at the bottom of the straps is starting to fade, but this is of little concern to me as they still hold their functionality and have loads of life left.

As you can tell, the Blue Force Gear Triple Mag Pouch is one of my favorite products on the market right now and well worth purchasing if you need a super secure mag pouch. I will continue to use these mag pouches in the future and give any updates if they happen to fail.

Overall, this is a great product from a great provider. I score these 9/10. The only reason they don’t get a 10 is that I can’t manage to get a magazine back in the pouch during a tactical reload. This issue is not a personal concern to me, but I know guys out there that would like the option.

The Blue Force Gear Triple Mag Pouch MSRP is $49 and can be purchased here.

Exotac nanoSTRIKER XL: Ultra-Portable Fire Starter

With a company like Exotac, you can pretty much guarantee that you are going to receive an amazing product for starting a fire in any condition. I’ve been so impressed with their products lately, and I’m more than eager to get my hands on their stuff when it’s available. For this review, I’ll be focusing on the new nanoSTRIKER XL, which is an ultra-small and self-contained ferrocerium rod. The nanoSTRIKER XL features an all-in-one design that allows for it to be completely waterproof when not in use.

When you’re ready to use the nanoSTRIKER XL, you simply unscrew the striking tool and the rod holder from the main handle. You flip the rod holder around and screw it back into the handle and use the striking tool like you normally would on the ferrocerium rod. The rod itself is completely replaceable and is rated at 3,000 strikes from the striking tool. Once the scrapings from the rod are ignited you can expect it to burn at 5500°.

The body of the nanoSTRIKER XL is CNC machined and made of lightweight anodized aluminum. You really can use the ferrocerium rod for starting fires in just about any application. Wood shavings, tinder, dry grass, quickLIGHT, and other flammable material is capable of igniting from the sparks. The XL model has larger dimensions than the original and is great for larger hands and needing better manipulation.

The nanoSTRIKER XL is currently available for $29.95 from Exotac and is available in Black, Gunmetal, Blaze Orange, and Olive Drab.

Magpul Product Release: MOE-EVO Grip for the CZ Scorpion EVO 3

Magpul MOE-EVO Grip for the CZ Scorpion EVO 3

The Magpul MOE-EVO Grip is an optimized drop-in upgrade to the CZ Scorpion EVO 3 family of pistols and carbines. Featuring an enhanced grip angle and Magpul’s proprietary TSP texture on contact surfaces, the MOE-EVO Grip gives users unsurpassed comfort, control, and durability. This lightweight and ergonomic grip builds on the legacy of Magpul’s MOE AR and AK grips to provide CZ Scorpion EVO 3 users positive control in all conditions, with or without gloves.

Features

Optimized grip angle allows enhanced control with short LOP stocks and pistol configurations, with and without a brace
Aggressive TSP grip texture increases weapon retention in all environments and is substantially more durable than grip tape
Ergonomic design mitigates fatigue and ensures ease of access to weapon controls while maintaining a secure grip
High-strength injection-molded polymer construction
Easily installs with a 3mm hex wrench

Made in U.S.A., qualifying as one U.S.-made part for 922(r) compliance

Colors Black

MSRP $24.95

Recycled Firefighter Battalion 42 Liter Duffle Bag

Since its inception in 2014, Recycled Firefighter has been putting out quality gear. It started with wallets and has progressed into belts, pouches, and backpacks. One thing that has not changed, is Jake’s (Recycled Firefighter’s founder) attention to detail and putting out quality products. That’s where the Battalion 42 Liter Duffle Bag comes in to play. Although it is “just a duffle bag”, the Battalion doesn’t leave me wanting for more. Not only is it made out of tough and durable materials, but you can also tell that a lot of thought went into the design process of this. Check out the video below to see what makes the Battalion 42L so great.

Author – Tony Kuhn

Ridgemont Outfitters Heritage boots: From the city to the mountains

I received my pair of Ridgemont Outfitters Heritage boots about a year ago and have put plenty of miles on them. The color scheme of the pair I got was the Oxford/Rust which gives the boot more of an old-school hiking boot look.

There was a break in time with these boots; around 1 week of wearing them on a regular basis. Once broken in though, they were super comfortable to wear. After they were broken in, I wore them off and on for several weeks in the snow, slush and rain. I can attest to their waterproof claim as my feet stayed dry as a bone every time I wore them.

Last year I had an opportunity to spend 7 days in Germany. I only wanted to take a single pair of footwear to minimize what I was packing. After looking at the weather forecast for the dates I was going to be there (cool and rainy) I decided on the Ridgemont Outfitters Heritage boot. Not only were they waterproof and kept my feet dry, but they blended in well with the European populace. I wore these boots every day of the trip and put several miles on them each day for seven days straight. Not once did I develop any hot spots on my feet. The boots were extremely comfortable, kept my feet dry and were casual enough to walk into a nice restaurant. Although I haven’t done any running in these boots, I have no doubt that if I had to they would get the job done.

Pair these boots with a good quality pair of Darn Tough boot socks and you have yourself a bomber combination that will keep you mobile for a long long time.

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Here is what Ridgemont Outfitters has to say about their Heritage boots.

The Heritage is a great looking, lightweight waterproof boot that is comfortable to wear from city sidewalks to mountain trails, and everywhere in between. Crafted from premium waxed & oiled leathers with a waxed cotton canvas collar and a 100% waterproof Hydroguard lining. There’s also heavy-duty metal d-rings and speed hooks for secure lacing and a gusseted tongue to keep out dust and debris. The outsole is made in conjunction with a super comfortable EVA midsole sitting on our real rubber mildly lugged tread pattern, so it provides excellent grip on loose and slippery surfaces without looking too aggressive. The Heritage also comes with two pairs of laces, one solid colored pair and one more subtle flecked colored pair. The choice is yours!

Upon return from my 7 day trip to Germany, I decided it was time to give these boots some TLC with Obenauf’s Leather Preservative.

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Gatorz 30th anniversary limited edition Battleworn Magnums

To celebrate Gatorz Eyewear 30th anniversary, they created these custom, limited edition Battleworn frames. Gatorz Eyewear is most proud to serve customers who fight for our country and the safety of our communities each day. These frames honor those individuals and the work they do. Each pair features American flag elements, on a Cerakote frame, with additional details. Please note that as these frames are custom made, hand-designed pieces, small difference may occur.

Pre-order your custom pair of Battleworn Magnums

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