I did a previous article on the new GORUCK Constellation Urban Survival and Navigation course. The owner of PACE Lid is also heavily involved with GORUCK and decided to come up with a kit that could be used for the course utilizing his PACE Lid product. From the PACE Lid website: GORUCK Constellation is an Urban survival […]
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Summer is almost here! Pick a Hammock for your next Adventure
Hammocks are a great option for the backpacker, minimalist, or backyard lounger. Check out our favorite models and gear up for your next adventure.
Panthera Silva Eyewear Hardcase survival kit
The advantage of a small kit like this is that I can throw it into any bag really and turn that said bag into a go-bag if you want to call it that. Due to the compact size of the Panthera Eyewear Hardcase, this makes an ideal sized kit to keep in the glovebox of […]
Ultralight Java Drip by Black Rifle Coffee Company
Do you want the manly feeling of drinking cowboy coffee in the morning without all the grounds at the bottom of your cup? Then the Black Rifle Coffee Java Drip is your ticket! The Ultralight Java Drip weighs less than .5 ounces and comes in an ultra-compact design that nests under any standard fuel cartridge. Pack light […]
Chums Surfshorts Wallet: The perfect front pocket wallet for an active lifestyle?
The Surfshorts Wallet by Chums is a great option if you’re looking for a minimalist wallet. For me, this wallet fits my minimalist lifestyle almost perfectly. I’ve carried larger wallets in the past, but rarely found myself using half of what was inside it, so over the past year I have tried several smaller low profile wallets in search […]
Magpul DAKA Everyday Wallet: Keep the essentials, ditch the rest
I ditched my oversized wallet years ago and have never looked back. At first, I faced the slight panic of letting go of the 2-inch stack of junk I had accumulated in my old wallet, but as time went on I realized I didn’t miss it as much as I thought I would. Slim wallets […]
CRYE Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier versus the CRYE Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
The CRYE Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier (JPC) is a minimalist, lightweight plate carrier. I used the first generation for about a year before it was destroyed by a combat medic and a pair of scissors during an operation. I wore it through a brutal training regimen and a combat deployment. It is the best kit […]
BlackPoint Tactical Mini WING holster: Used by James Reece in The Terminal List
I recently finished reading The Terminal List and was extremely impressed with not only the storyline, but the list of weapons and gear used by the character, James Reece. As I was reading through the book, I was taking note of the guns and gear used. Most of it was stuff I’ve either personally used or […]
Gerber Barbill wallet: Minimalist yet functional
I’ve been carrying and using the new Gerber Barbill wallet for about a week now. I know that’s not a long time, but it’s been enough to give me a good feel for how the wallet is going to perform. I love my minimalist wallets and only carrying what I need. I’ve tried others in the past similar […]
Recycled Firefighter Battalion 24 Hour Backpack
I have been rocking the Recycled Firefighter Battalion 24-hour backpack for a few months now and am really liking it. The pack is simple and streamlined making it an easy choice as a backpack for traveling, your daily commute or if you’re a digital nomad on the move constantly. Take a look at the following video for […]