When Eugene Stoner designed the AR-10 platform in the late 1950s, it is unlikely he could have imagined the success this rifle (and it’s progeny) would achieve. While the total number of AR platform rifles in civilian hands isn’t known, estimates range from 2-30 million. Combine that with the multitude of M-4’s and other descendants […]
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MSR Lightning Explore Snowshoe | Winter exploration at its best
Between the Polar Vortex and record amounts of snowfall in February alone, Northern Michigan has become a winter wonderland. Last week, over three feet of light fluffy snow has accumulated and begs to be played in. Fortunately, MSR was kind enough to send out a couple of pairs of their Lightning Explore Snowshoes to help […]
Photo of the Day: MSR’s Lightning Explore Snowshoes | Blizzard ready
Winter storm after winter storm has rocked the Midwest this season. Businesses closed, widespread power outages and lengthy school closings. It’s all doom and gloom, right? Not if you have the means to get outside and enjoy all this snow. Unfortunately, Michigan isn’t known for its mountains so skiing is a bit of a bust. […]
Outdoor Retailer Snow Show 2019 | Recap
Another January in the books and two major trade shows attended. Like last year, I attended SHOT Show in Las Vegas with the crew from the Loadout Room. And then flew directly to Denver for Outdoor Retailer the following week. Two weeks living out of a 5.11 suitcase and backpack in various AirBnb’s but I’m […]
New MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Stove Delivers Premium Features
SEATTLE, Wash. (June 17th, 2018) — Seattle-based Mountain Safety Research® (MSR®), introduces the PocketRocket® Deluxe stove, a feature-packed enhancement to its predecessors. The innovative, ultralight stove offers premium features, including an instant push-start piezo igniter, a wind-resistant, broad burner and a pressure regulator. “We’re excited to add the PocketRocket Deluxe to our stove line because it packs many […]
Watch: Basics of “Tactical” Hydration
Take a knee and drink some water. We’re going to take a moment discuss some different systems that can keep us hydrated. On the table today is the Qore Performance Ice Plate, MSR Dromedary, Camelbak, and Source hydration bladders. Much can be said of hydration and how to carry water on you. This is meant […]
Savage MSR-10 .308 | First rounds downrange
Savage Arms has reinvented itself over the last decade. From a traditional bolt-gun company to a do-it-all modern rifle manufacturer, the transformation has been impressive. While not a brand-new gun, I was able to get my hands on one of Savage’s newer rifles, the MSR-10 Hunter chambered in .308 Win. Also available in 6.5 Creedmoor […]
Which “tactical” hydration carrier works best? (Qore Iceplate, Source or MSR)
There are many tactical hydration methods for carrying water on you during “tactical” doings. Some work better then others. Ultimately it comes down to what works for you in your mission set. In the following video I discuss some new novel ideas as well as old fall backs that have withstood the test of time. […]
Minimalist Cooking Kit
This minimal cooking set idea came from Kyle Defoor. I’ve been following Kyle’s blog for a few years now (One of the only blogs I follow). Kyle is a very innovative individual with a lot of field experience both in the military and civilian sector. Because of his background, skill sets, and overall stand-up guy […]
MSR Windburner Stove System Field Review
If you need a personal stove system that has the capability to operate in less than ideal conditions, look no further than the MSR Windburner.