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The Unsuspecting Get Home Bag

September 18, 2017

Bags, Camping, EDC, Load Bearing, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Planning, Prepping & Survival

by Frank Moss The get home bag, holding the gear to get you home and not mark you as a crazy person or target, should also be functional during daily life. Honestly, if you are not functional during daily li... Read More...

Colonel Blades – low viz, high function

Steve Rabinovich

September 17, 2017

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

All this talk about EDC and pretty pictures almost always show a knife in the mix. If you’ve given serious thought to what you’re carrying and why, you have considered the reasons for carrying and using one. ... Read More...

Every Day Carry Is A Cult & A Crutch For Weaklings

Nate Morrison

September 16, 2017

EDC, Planning, Prepping & Survival, Weaponizing the Behavorial Sciences

Everyday Carry… These words (and the initials) elicit instant, nearly uncontrollable anger inside of me. Anger is a funny thing. The emotion of anger is felt when you feel an agreement or covenant has been brok... Read More...

Surefire Announces Release of the new 2211 Signature WristLight Watch

Michael Kurcina

September 16, 2017

EDC, Gadgets, Illumination, Industry News, Style, Tech/Science, Watches

SureFire—pioneer of compact, high-intensity WeaponLights and flashlights—has once again created a whole new category of tactical illumination: the WristLight. SureFire 2211® WristLights, available in two distin... Read More...

A review of: Men’s Packin’ Tee by Ridge Footwear

M Beach

September 13, 2017

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

Concealed carry is becoming more and more popular with everyday citizens but how do you want to comfortably carry and adequately conceal your handgun? Body type, build, style of dress, lifestyle, location,... Read More...

Wilder Tactical TQ holder – one size will fit all that you need

Steve Rabinovich

September 11, 2017

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

For years, my compadres and I have been asking for a relatively simple thing. A tourniquet holder which will accommodate all of the models and types endorsed by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care (... Read More...

Oneiros Valley Innovations/ Hill People Under Pack Belt review from Noble & Blue

Noble

September 8, 2017

Accessories, EDC, Load Bearing, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

Intro It is wondrous how social media can hook up like minded people. I am continuously and everyday amazed by this. We have had the pleasure of gaining new friends and acquaintances left and right these pas... Read More...

Truck Guns: Prepared Or Paranoid?

David Donchess

September 4, 2017

Concealment, CQB, EDC, Firearms, Home Security, Intel & Opinion, Mission Critical, Mission Security, Planning, Prepping & Survival, Tactics, Weaponizing the Behavorial Sciences, Wisdom

The concept of having a rifle in our vehicle "Just in case" has caught on as a trend by alot of the gun community. I feel that it is born out of the idea that a good guy with a gun is what will stop a bad guy w... Read More...

Product Review The 5.11 Causal Leather Belt

Frank H

September 2, 2017

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

If you’re looking for a new belt to integrate into your Every Day Carry, or EDC, system, chances are you’ve come across the classic 5.11 Causal Leather Belt. Having worn this belt for over a year as part of my ... Read More...

Phokus Research Group Advanced Shield Trauma Kit

Guest Writer

August 31, 2017

Accessories, EDC, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Mission Health, Planning, Product Reviews

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Phokus Research Group is streamlining the bulky traditional individual first aid kit (IFAK) with a new edition of the Shield Trauma Kit. The Shield Trauma Kit comes with hemostatic gauze, SWAT-T secondary t... Read More...