Rab, Author at Spotter Up

First Tactical Defender pants – EDW without the labels

June 10, 2019

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

It isn't too often that a garment comes along that combines enough function without screaming "tacticool!" and which is durable enough to last from training, to mission-specific, to casual wear. Thanks to ... Read More...

The Helikon Tex Urban Courier Bag – performance on demand

Rab

June 3, 2019

Bags, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Whatever you call them - messenger bag, man purse, laptop carrier, ammo satchel, the purpose is pretty similar. It's a method of carrying something over the shoulder, slung, or in a fashion conve... Read More...

Elite Survival Systems Sidewinder Battle Belt – agile for the battle space

Rab

May 26, 2019

Load Bearing, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Battle belts have become somewhat of a modern do-it-all kit. From the original LC-1/LC-2 web gun belt, the necessity for a more agile and adoptive system has evolved into just that - a system which can do ... Read More...

Sports Afield Wall Mount gun safe

Rab

February 15, 2019

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

Sports Afield Lighting Series Wall Mount Single Handgun Digital Vault We can all agree that a proper way to secure a firearm essential, if not sometimes critical. This doesn't just include a good holster a... Read More...

Altama Foxhound SR 8″- the boot, is good!

Rab

February 8, 2019

Mission Critical, Mission Fitness, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

Any grunt will tell you that the footwear can either make or break a mission. Long hauls, heavy loads, and miles of terrain will take toll. But in the right boots, this will be nothing but a change of socks a... Read More...

RLTW – in cool shoes. The 5.11 Ranger.

Rab

January 13, 2019

Mission Critical, Mission Footwear, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

When I got this pair of 5.11 Rangers to test out, I realized something. I used 5.11 footwear both on the street and in the military. The boots I used lasted 3-4 years, and held up longer and more du... Read More...

Battle Board – Your Admin On Steroids

Rab

January 8, 2019

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, NETWORKS, Planning, Product Reviews

Battle Board There is no question that our reliance on technology in the battle space of any variety and public safety realm has become greater than the skill sets which preceded it. While undoubtedly i... Read More...

Bates Raide boots – Tread Swiftly

Rab

December 6, 2018

Mission Critical, Mission Footwear, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

If you’ve been in the service or on the job for any length of time, you’ve heard of Bates. From official issue to sleek modern designs, grunts, POG’s and admin types have all seen what Bates can produce. The ... Read More...

“This is madness!” No, this is Leonidas sweater by Pentagon Tactical Sportswear from Military 1st!

Rab

November 23, 2018

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

Yes, you know the quote. You recited it drunk and sober, and pushed your buddies into a pretend abyss. But have you checked out Military 1st? The other day I received the Leonidas 2.o sweater by Pentagon... Read More...

Rugged Man Coffee – positive energy

Rab

October 15, 2018

American Spark, Coffee, Food/Drink, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews

It seems like these days everyone is making coffee, or at least getting into it. Fads are what they are, but for those who are used to embracing the suck, coffee has always been a necessity and a small par... Read More...

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