Sandbagging it with 5.11 Tactical
When all the gyms started closing and requiring masks, I went looking for an alternative. My day job is teaching at a national training site, which allowed for some very…
IV level Hydration by Hoist
For the last couple of months, I have been out in the weather for work, fitness and freetime. The weather out here in Virginia/West Virginia during summer is hot and…
Shield Sight RMS: A Red Dot for Harsh Environments
I have known about Shield Sights for several years now. I got a close look at their line a few years back at SHOT Show. The sales rep showed me…
Vehicle Organization with 5.11’s Vehicle Hexgrid System
Once the Vehicle Ready (VR) Hexgrid System was available, I grabbed one to expand the capabilities of the Gear Sets and pouches I had been running with my AMP72 and…
The AMP72 40L Backpack, Part of 5.11’s All Mission Pack Collection
I tried out 5.11 Tactical’s All Missions Pack (AMP) Collection, the AMP72 Backpack and several of the Gear Sets to see how they perform for any mission. I have been…
The Other Chuck – 5.11’s Norris Sneaker
During SHOT Show 2020, I was shown the Norris Sneaker in MultiCam Black™. The color scheme is way outside my usual and I haven’t worn flat soled shoes since high…
5.11 Casual Wear
With a focus on getting back outdoors, I tested out another set of professional clothing from 5.11 Tactical sharp enough to wear to work but tough enough to wear to…
Whose Fault is it? A Look into the responsibility for the Preparedness of our Officers
A while back, a picture from 2013 of a Law enforcement officer at a critical incident with his optic mounted backwards had surfaced again with renewed criticism from the peanut…
Have Guns, Will Travel – Savior Equipment’s Ultimate Guitar Case
I have been traveling with guns since I left high school. Even more so, I have been flying and staying in hotels with multiple guns both on official orders and…
MAG PUMP – Pistol and AR Magazine Loaders
I have loaded thousands of magazines over the last 20 plus years. Most by hand, some using devices that utilized military stripper clips and some that need the ammo to…