A Brief History of Christopher Gadsen and the Don’t Tread on Me Flag
Spotting the yellow Gadsen flag is an easy thing to do if you live in Virginia and 6 other States. It’s easy to spot the rattlesnake symbol and the words…
Modern Wargaming and the Roots of Krieggspiel
There’s a tendency in the modern world to typify wargaming (strategy games) as something reserved solely for overweight, geeky teens with lots of dice and a lack of social skills.…
Ass-Kickin Fitness Movement of the Month
The movement is actually a mobility movement we use every day. The banded hip distraction / stretching technique (video ref) is paramount to maintain and increase existing range of motion…
Pararescue Indoc Interval Training for Speed
Interval training can make you really fast, and prepared for your selection evals, but mind your conditioning. If you have a significant number of miles on your legs and want…
The Case for Hiking Shoes Over Boots
Background Imagine, for a moment, that you are deep in the mountains and far from your destination. Your “water proof” boots are saturated with water, you are nearing exhaustion, the…
Are You A Leader?
Do you want to be “liked” or “respected” as a leader? Are you willing to stick your neck out for the people you lead to protect them? Can you lead?…
Awareness Camping MASTERY Mission Critical Planning Prepping & Survival PSYCHE Weaponizing the Behavioral Sciences
Surviving a Gilligan’s Island Run
Remember the old military adage? Proper Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance? The Trip If your girlfriend runs ultras, and you run ultras, and she says to you “let’s go for…
Why you Should Juggle Kettlebells
If you want to try an unconventional way of working out, kettlebell juggling is something to try. It is going to involve a lot of hand and eye coordination, balance,…
How to Layer Clothing Because it’s Freakin Freezing
It’s getting to be that time of year. Prepare or die! My buddy takes my phone call and he tells me he’s wearing a t-shirt, jeans and working under his…
Warrior Assault Systems Covert Plate Carrier from Chase Tactical
Years ago I had to purchase a carrier for concealable body armor. The carrier which originally came with the armor wore out at rub spots along the edge, after a…