DougP, Author at Spotter Up

Hits Arms Laser Bullet Trainer

June 18, 2019

Ammunition & Reloading, Firearms, Gadgets, Home Security, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Tactics

Dry fire practice is an incredibly useful tool for improving gun handling, trigger press, aiming and other related skills. It is one of the best, and cheapest, ways to become a better shooter. One of the down s... Read More...

Rock Island Ultra-CS-L 45 – A Compact 45

DougP

May 14, 2019

EDC, Firearms, Home Security, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Let me start off with some disclaimers. I am not a 1911 guy. Nor am I a competition shooter or an ultra high speed door kicking pipehitter. When it comes to weapons I am pretty representative of the average joe... Read More...

Altama Aboottabad Trail Low shoes

DougP

December 4, 2018

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

Altama Boots says they are the "... world's most recognized name in military, tactical, and duty footwear." They have been making boots and shoes for the US military, law enforcement and other first responders ... Read More...

Vanquest 46 Skycap Duffel Backpack

DougP

November 28, 2018

Bags, EDC, Load Bearing, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Like many of our readers, I travel a lot. From simple single night business trips to ten day international trips to various 3rd world countries and more. I am always looking for a good bag to bridge the ove... Read More...

Comfort meets Kydex – Ultimate Hybrid Technologies Ultimate Hybrid Holster

DougP

November 15, 2018

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

I am always in search of the perfect holster for CCW in a business casual environment. I can’t wear untucked shirts and jeans on a day to day basis and I eventually run out of sweaters/fleeces/etc that allo... Read More...

Vanquest 32 Ounce Water Bottle

DougP

November 8, 2018

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

Like many of us, I have water bottles coming out of my ears (or at least overfilling cabinets and pantries). Vanquest’s 32 ounce water bottle has become my favorite lately. At least when I can find it, as m... 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. We need to them to hold up our pants, secure our holsters and sheaths, and keep things in... Read More...

ESGR Boss Lift – Supporting your troops!

DougP

September 5, 2018

Leadership, LIFE, Mission Critical, Planning, Tactics

The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is a Department of Defense program established in 1972 to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve component service members and their employers... Read More...

ECOXGEAR EcoSlate Bluetooth Speaker

DougP

August 20, 2018

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

I recently received the EcoSlate Bluetooth speaker by ECOXGEAR for testing. It is designed to fill a middle market budget category for portable Bluetooth speakers, while purporting to deliver some decidedly... Read More...

Wrong place at the wrong time from the perspective of a CIA Officer

DougP

March 29, 2018

LIFE, Opinion, Prepping & Survival, Travel, Weaponizing the Behavioral Sciences, Wisdom

We got off the plane in Tel Aviv expecting hyper security everywhere we went. Our situational awareness was high for our first trip to Israel. We knew that in general Israel was safe, but, as publicly ackno... Read More...

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