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Comfort meets Kydex – Ultimate Hybrid Technologies Ultimate Hybrid Holster
DougP
November 15, 2018
Concealment, EDC, Gadgets, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews
Half Face Blades: Crow Folder and Disaster
Jason Silva
November 13, 2018
Accessories, Bladed, EDC, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews
Tru-Spec H20 Proof Jacket
Michael Kurcina
November 12, 2018
Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style
Sightmark Pinnacle 5-30X50 Riflescope
Fred
November 12, 2018
Accessories, Gadgets, Industry News, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Optics, Product Reviews, Tech/Science
Coffee Mugs from Spotter Up! More than Cool Guy Drinkware.
Michael Kurcina
November 9, 2018
Accessories, Art, Coffee, Cooking, Food/Drink, Geek Culture, Gunfighter Writer Wildman Monk, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, The Team Room
Vanquest 32 Ounce Water Bottle
DougP
November 8, 2018
Camping, EDC, Gadgets, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Tech/Science

Tactical Information

Red Dot Odyssey – The WHY (Single vs Triple Focal Plane) or (“Just Put the Thing on the Thing”)
Joshua Shaw
October 27, 2017
Firearms, Gadgets, Optics, Shooting Tips & How To, Tactics, Tech/Science
Close Quarter Tactics: 2 Shooter Entry
Rick Burrell
March 30, 2017
CQB, Firearms, Fitness Movements, MASTERY, Mission Critical, Mission Security, Opinion, PSYCHE, Shooting Tips & How To, Tactics
Carry Discreetly: Importance Of Hiding Your Peacemaker
David Donchess
May 25, 2017
Concealment, EDC, Mission Security, Opinion, Prepping & Survival, Tactics, Weaponizing the Behavorial Sciences
Basic Tactics: 360 Degree Security and Formations
Michael Kurcina
January 23, 2017
Concealment, CQB, Fitness Movements, Home Security, MASTERY, Mission Critical, Mission Security, Navigation, Opinion, Planning, PSYCHE, Tactics
Truck Guns: Prepared Or Paranoid?
David Donchess
September 4, 2017
Concealment, CQB, EDC, Firearms, Home Security, Mission Critical, Mission Security, Opinion, Planning, Prepping & Survival, Tactics, Weaponizing the Behavorial Sciences, Wisdom
Is Justified Lethal Force Really Justified or Is It Just Me Saying So?
Guest Writer
July 28, 2015
Firearms, Home Security, MASTERY, Opinion, Planning, PSYCHE, Shooting Tips & How To, Tactics

Latest Industry News

Sightmark Pinnacle 5-30X50 Riflescope
Fred
November 12, 2018
Pocket Pistol Trainer from Next Level Training
Mark Miller
November 8, 2018
L3 Insight Technologies AN/PVS 14, Sustainment and Enhancement Program.
Brad Shepherd
November 2, 2018
Duty Gun Upgrade: Brimstone Gunsmithing’s Dots for Cops
Mark Miller
October 30, 2018
CJP Custom Concealment TC3 Card
Jon Dufresne
October 21, 2018
HDT GLOBAL – Environmental Solutions for the Battlefield from ADS, Inc.
Rab
July 23, 2018
1
BeaverFit from ADS, Inc. Your one-stop dream range and gym!
Brad Shepherd
July 17, 2018
Harris Technology from ADS Inc– Connecting the battle space and beyond
Rab
July 17, 2018
Beyond Clothing from ADS, Inc. – Layering Systems Designed for Survival
Joshua Shaw
July 15, 2018
Phokus Research Group at ADS Inc Warrior Expo East
Steve Rabinovich
July 13, 2018
London Bridge Trading LBT Modular Plate Carrier at Warrior Expo East
Perry Yee
July 13, 2018
Sorinex Summer Strong 2018
Joshua Shaw
June 12, 2018

GEEK OUT from our Latest Movie News

Beirut (2018) Movie Review 3 out of 5 stars
Scott Wolf
April 18, 2018
Tyger Tyger Burning Bright
Michael Kurcina
April 8, 2018
Spotter Up Interview: Jay Dobyns, Author and Retired Federal Agent
Bill Farmer
February 14, 2018
1
12 Strong Movie Review
Will Rodriguez
January 20, 2018
7 Days In Entebbe
Michael Kurcina
December 31, 2017
Sicaro 2: Soldado
Michael Kurcina
December 31, 2017
The Package (1989) Movie Review and Summary
Michael Kurcina
November 26, 2017
12 STRONG New Trailer with Chris Hemsworth battling the Taliban
Michael Kurcina
November 22, 2017
Bill Murray’s STRIPES being developed into a TV Series
Michael Kurcina
November 19, 2017
Thailand boxing thriller A Prayer Before Dawn has intense Movie Trailer
Michael Kurcina
October 31, 2017
New Details Revealed for TOP GUN 2 Goose Has a Son
Michael Kurcina
October 28, 2017
Gerard Butler is a Cop Hunting Robbers in DEN OF THIEVES
Michael Kurcina
October 27, 2017

Latest Product Reviews

Comfort meets Kydex – Ultimate Hybrid Technologies Ultimate Hybrid Holster

DougP

November 15, 2018

Concealment, EDC, Gadgets, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Half Face Blades: Crow Folder and Disaster

Jason Silva

November 13, 2018

Accessories, Bladed, EDC, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Tru-Spec H20 Proof Jacket

Michael Kurcina

November 12, 2018

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

Sightmark Pinnacle 5-30X50 Riflescope

Fred

November 12, 2018

Accessories, Gadgets, Industry News, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Optics, Product Reviews, Tech/Science

Coffee Mugs from Spotter Up! More than Cool Guy Drinkware.

Michael Kurcina

November 9, 2018

Accessories, Art, Coffee, Cooking, Food/Drink, Geek Culture, Gunfighter Writer Wildman Monk, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, The Team Room

Vanquest 32 Ounce Water Bottle

DougP

November 8, 2018

Camping, EDC, Gadgets, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Tech/Science

Firearms and All that Good Stuff

Rifle Magazine Pro Tip from Jon Dufresne
Michael Kurcina
January 20, 2018
When & Why NOT to Confront a Home Break In
Will Rodriguez
December 25, 2016
1
HIPERFIRE HIPERTOUCH ECL Trigger – ECLipsing the competition
Joshua Shaw
June 10, 2017
1
Frontier Tactical – Forward thinking in weapon platforms
Rab
May 7, 2017
Spotter Up Review: Winchester 1250 CS Air Rifle Combo
Bill Farmer
April 21, 2018
Train for the (Gun) Fight of your Life
Nathaniel Lindsley
January 12, 2017
Basic Pistol Classes Need To Change: Modernize The Classroom
David Donchess
September 4, 2017
Getting “LeadOff” Your Hands at the Range
Will Rodriguez
February 28, 2018
The “Loadout” Bag: High-Quality Range Bag from Elite Survival Systems
Joshua Shaw
October 23, 2017
1
SHOT 2018: PTR9CT (American-Made MP5 Clone)
David Donchess
January 24, 2018
What’s the Difference Between Basic and Advanced for a Shooter? My Thoughts on the Matter
Sam
January 5, 2017
Review of the TANDEMKROSS “Titan” Extended Magazine Release for the SW22 Victory Pistol
AJ Saulls
February 11, 2017

Mission Gear for Survival

EDC Gear: The Line One Belt from First Spear

Nathaniel Lindsley

March 13, 2017

Accessories, Concealment, EDC, Firearms, Load Bearing, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style, The Team Room

ECOXGEAR EcoSlate Bluetooth Speaker

DougP

August 20, 2018

Accessories, Camping, Gadgets, Games & Gadgets, Geek Culture, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Music, Product Reviews, Tech/Science

Why Storing Food Should Be On Your Bucket List

Guest Writer

January 21, 2017

Camping, Cooking, Food/Drink, Homesteading, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Planning, Prepping & Survival, Surviving on the Cheap, The Team Room

Warrior Assault Systems Covert Plate Carrier from Chase Tactical

Rab

September 1, 2016

Accessories, Body Armor, Load Bearing, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Ogre Mfg LLC., Keeping Your Weapons Clean and More

Rab

January 7, 2017

Accessories, Ammunition & Reloading, Firearms, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Anatomy of a Shoe

Michael Kurcina

November 16, 2017

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Tech/Science

Sightmark Pinnacle 5-30X50 Riflescope
Fred
November 12, 2018
Vanquest 32 Ounce Water Bottle
DougP
November 8, 2018
L3 Insight Technologies AN/PVS 14, Sustainment and Enhancement Program.
Brad Shepherd
November 2, 2018
STI Tactical H.O.S.T. Hands On
Jim Dexter
October 18, 2018
ECOXGEAR EcoSlate Bluetooth Speaker
DougP
August 20, 2018
HDT GLOBAL – Environmental Solutions for the Battlefield from ADS, Inc.
Rab
July 23, 2018
1
Harris Technology from ADS Inc– Connecting the battle space and beyond
Rab
July 17, 2018
Beyond Clothing from ADS, Inc. – Layering Systems Designed for Survival
Joshua Shaw
July 15, 2018
ATN NVG7-3W NIGHT VISION GOGGLES
Fred
July 13, 2018
ATN NVM14-3 NIGHT VISION MONOCULAR
Fred
July 10, 2018
Yellow Jacket from Stinger Solutions Review
Jay Amra
June 19, 2018
1
Vortex Crossfire: Big Performance in a Little Package
Nathaniel Lindsley
June 11, 2018

Style Maketh the Doorkicker: The Tactical Gentleman

Tru-Spec H20 Proof Jacket

Michael Kurcina

November 12, 2018

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

Okay. I'm going to come out and just let you know that I love this jacket. It is one of my favorite cold weather jackets... Read More...

Spotter Up Review: Sentry Tumalo Extreme

Bill Farmer

November 6, 2018

Accessories, LIFE, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Opinion, Product Reviews, Style, Tactics, The Team Room

Before we dive into the review of the Sentry Tumalo Extreme, I want you to think of everything you could hope for in a d... Read More...

The Carlos Ray 2.1 – Pants that evolved to perfection.

AJ Saulls

October 27, 2018

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

The Carlos Ray 2.1 Pants from Tactical Distributors are not the usual "tactical Timmy" pants, these are THE Chuck Norris... Read More...

Blackbeard Romeo Belt review

DougP

October 24, 2018

EDC, Gadgets, Load Bearing, Mission Critical, Product Reviews, Style

Belts, even gun belts, are both completely commoditized but also intensely personal. Their utility is the commodity.... Read More...

The Wiley X KLEIN Aviator Sunglasses – the choice of the “Gray Man”

M Beach

October 18, 2018

EDC, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

A “gray man” is an individual who possesses the skills, ability and intent to blend into any situation or surroundin... Read More...

Wolf vs Goat Bamboo/Sarona Shirt is Stylish Wear

Joshua Shaw

October 14, 2018

American Apparel, Geek Culture, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style, The Team Room

I’ve written about performance on Spotter Up before, whether it be mechanical and mental performance in the execution of... Read More...

Gunfighter Writer Wildman Monk

Coffee Mugs from Spotter Up! More than Cool Guy Drinkware.
Michael Kurcina
November 9, 2018
Surviving the Transition
Ben Johnson
September 12, 2018
What Is Your Warrior Ethos from Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
August 28, 2018
Snow Blindness
Michael Kurcina
August 19, 2018
On American Warrior Development
Nate Morrison
July 7, 2018
Stop Fighting this Damnable Warfare
Michael Kurcina
July 4, 2018
The truth is most men are broken at birth
Michael Kurcina
July 3, 2018
Dim the Lights and Look into Darkness
Michael Kurcina
June 24, 2018
1
Let Go of What you Think you Know
Michael Kurcina
June 24, 2018
1
Chasing the Dream from Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
June 13, 2018
Sunday Inspiration: We are Young Lions
Michael Kurcina
June 3, 2018
Your Reputation & Your Team’s Reputation from Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
May 9, 2018

Business Info

Spartan Carton Warrior XXVIII Product Review

Michael Kurcina

March 26, 2018

Accessories, American Spark, EDC, Food/Drink, Geek Culture, Mission Critical, Mission Fitness, MISSION GEAR, Mission Health, NETWORKS, Planning

Well, the guys at Spartan Carton surprised me again. They sent me a second box to review. If you read my first artic... Read More...

I Don’t Kneel Apparel Company Was Created by a Navy SEAL and then Copied

Michael Kurcina

February 16, 2018

American Apparel, American Spark, Inspirational, LIFE, Memorial, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, NETWORKS, Product Reviews, Style, The Team Room

CONDITION ONE Energy Bars Reviewed

M Beach

February 12, 2018

American Spark, EDC, Food/Drink, Mission Critical, Mission Fitness, MISSION GEAR, NETWORKS, Prepping & Survival, Product Reviews, Surviving on the Cheap, The Team Room

Opinion

Spotter Up Review: Sentry Tumalo Extreme

Bill Farmer

November 6, 2018

Accessories, LIFE, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Opinion, Product Reviews, Style, Tactics, The Team Room

Before we dive into the review of the Sentry Tumalo Extreme, I want you to think of everything you could hope for in a d... Read More...

Jury is out on women succeeding in combat arms

M Beach

September 25, 2018

Inspirational, Latest News & Intel, LIFE, Opinion

Surviving the Transition

Ben Johnson

September 12, 2018

Gunfighter Writer Wildman Monk, Inspirational, LIFE, Opinion, Planning, PSYCHE

Weaponizing the Behavioral Sciences

Brandon Coleman, Phoenix VA Whistleblower and His Incredible Journey.

Alex Popovic

October 22, 2016

Inspirational, Leadership, LIFE, Life and Family, Memorial, Mission Health, NETWORKS, Opinion, The Team Room, Weaponizing the Behavorial Sciences

Several years ago a mutual friend of mine first introduced me to Brandon Coleman at a favorite breakfast place of ours a... Read More...

Don’t Forget to Exercise This Part of Your Body- The Eyes!

JC Son

April 14, 2018

Mission Fitness, Shooting Tips & How To, Weaponizing the Behavorial Sciences

Top 10 Unwritten rules of Close Quarters Battle (CQB) – Part 02

Guest Writer

April 12, 2017

CQB, MASTERY, Mission Critical, Mission Security, Opinion, PSYCHE, Tactics, Weaponizing the Behavorial Sciences

The Team Room, Read and Chill

Tru-Spec H20 Proof Jacket

Michael Kurcina

November 12, 2018

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

Okay. I'm going to come out and just let you know that I love this jacket. It is one of my favorite cold weather jackets... Read More...

Coffee Mugs from Spotter Up! More than Cool Guy Drinkware.

Michael Kurcina

November 9, 2018

Accessories, Art, Coffee, Cooking, Food/Drink, Geek Culture, Gunfighter Writer Wildman Monk, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, The Team Room

Spotter Up Review: Sentry Tumalo Extreme

Bill Farmer

November 6, 2018

Accessories, LIFE, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Opinion, Product Reviews, Style, Tactics, The Team Room

Mission Fitness

Spotter Up Review: Ancestral Supplements
Bill Farmer
November 6, 2018
0600 GO! Commando run at Achnacarry from Arminius Tribe
Michael Kurcina
September 8, 2018
Sorinex SandMine SandBag Reviewed
Chet Stone
September 1, 2018
SKILLS : High Low to Low High from Project Gecko
Guest Writer
August 29, 2018
Jon Dufresne Doing Shooting Drills for Building Skills Pt 2
Michael Kurcina
August 28, 2018
What ‘Being A Father’ Means To Us from Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
August 25, 2018
Can You Flip Your ‘Fight’ Switch from Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
August 8, 2018
NRA Shooting Competitions with Law Enforcement in mind
Jenny
August 6, 2018
Spotter Up Review! MTN OPS Slumber
Bill Farmer
August 2, 2018
Tactics: A Specific Practice drill for HighLow to LowHigh in Different Situations – and Reasons from Project Gecko
Michael Kurcina
July 29, 2018
Active Shooter Course At Krav Maga Barcelona from Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
July 23, 2018
1
SOF PFT – On Testing & Standards
Nate Morrison
July 21, 2018

ADS, Inc.

L3 Insight Technologies AN/PVS 14, Sustainment and Enhancement Program.
Brad Shepherd
November 2, 2018
Sorinex SandMine SandBag Reviewed
Chet Stone
September 1, 2018
HDT GLOBAL – Environmental Solutions for the Battlefield from ADS, Inc.
Rab
July 23, 2018
1
BeaverFit from ADS, Inc. Your one-stop dream range and gym!
Brad Shepherd
July 17, 2018
Harris Technology from ADS Inc– Connecting the battle space and beyond
Rab
July 17, 2018
Beyond Clothing from ADS, Inc. – Layering Systems Designed for Survival
Joshua Shaw
July 15, 2018
Phokus Research Group at ADS Inc Warrior Expo East
Steve Rabinovich
July 13, 2018
London Bridge Trading LBT Modular Plate Carrier at Warrior Expo East
Perry Yee
July 13, 2018
Northern Star Electric Compass at the ADS, Inc. Warrior West Expo
Guest Writer
May 5, 2018
Backbay USA’s Ripper Composite System Armor Carrier at ADS, Inc Warrior Expo West
Guest Writer
May 5, 2018
The Drone Killer™ by IXI Technology at ADS, Inc. Warrior Expo West
Brad Shepherd
May 5, 2018
1
The premier surveillance and inspection robot, the Sarcos Guardian™ S
Brad Shepherd
April 15, 2018

Reflkt

And in those silent moments…
Michael Kurcina
November 7, 2018
Accomplisment
Michael Kurcina
October 28, 2018
Seeker and the Beacon
Michael Kurcina
September 30, 2018
Goodbye Empire Goodbye.
Michael Kurcina
September 27, 2018
No One Gets Out Alive
Michael Kurcina
September 21, 2018
Waking Up
Michael Kurcina
September 16, 2018
Knockin on Heaven’s Door
Michael Kurcina
September 12, 2018
Good Evening Mr. and Mrs. America
Michael Kurcina
September 8, 2018
0600 GO! Commando run at Achnacarry from Arminius Tribe
Michael Kurcina
September 8, 2018
Brutal Men
Michael Kurcina
September 7, 2018
Just Words
Michael Kurcina
August 29, 2018
Resilience
Michael Kurcina
August 29, 2018

News & Intel

Kroko Tactical Handcuff Pouch
dwh747
November 7, 2018
Jury is out on women succeeding in combat arms
M Beach
September 25, 2018
Backbay USA’s Ripper Composite System Armor Carrier at ADS, Inc Warrior Expo West
Guest Writer
May 5, 2018
The Drone Killer™ by IXI Technology at ADS, Inc. Warrior Expo West
Brad Shepherd
May 5, 2018
1
RE Factor Tactical – Making sense of VA home loans
Rab
April 15, 2018
The premier surveillance and inspection robot, the Sarcos Guardian™ S
Brad Shepherd
April 15, 2018
Testing The Door Blaster HDB 90 ST By Holmatro At Tac-Up by Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
April 6, 2018
1
The Range Robot, A Tactical Combat Shooting System from Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
March 19, 2018
Breach Ops 2018, Hosted By Tac-Up Tactical Upgrading from Arminius Tribe
Mark van Riele
March 17, 2018
Salomon X ALP MTN GTX FORCES New Boot for 2018
Michael Kurcina
February 22, 2018
First Gender Integrated Infantry Class Graduates with More Questions than Answers
Will Rodriguez
February 20, 2018
Defenture Air Transportable Tactical Vehicle, The new vehicle for the Dutch Special Forces
Mark van Riele
February 20, 2018