5.11 Ridge & Icon Shorts
Summer is here and keeping cool is essential for comfort and performance. If you are looking for a pair of shorts that can handle any situation, you might want to…
MTM K-Zone Shooting Rest
Photo courtesy: MTM Case-Gard A few year back, I was looking for a lightweight, inexpensive shooting rest for accuracy testing and sighting in firearms when I came across the K-Zone™…
DuraMag – Better in Metal
Polymer magazines may have taken over a fair amount of the market share, but let’s not give up on metal. I have taught and taken carbine classes from the east…
Selecting Hearing Protection for Shooting
Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Israel Chincio/Released Noise-induced hearing loss is a major problem faced by shooters. Too many shooters don’t think about the health of their hearing…
Outsoles and Lugs: Unraveling the Secrets of Boot Traction
The outsole plays a vital role in providing stability, traction, and durability on footwear. One essential component of the outsole design is the lugs. These strategically placed, protruding patterns on…
You Like Getting Socked in the Mouth? How to Identify a Good Mouth Guard.
Background At 3 am, and at the age of 16, how do you explain to your father that you just got kicked in the mouth during a no holds barred…
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The Tourniquet. When Do We Apply the “High and Tight?” because I Didn’t Listen.
There is a lot of discussion on whether to place a tourniquet (TQ) “high and tight” on an arm or leg, or place 2-3 inches above the wound, even if…
Comparison of Blue Force Gear’s Ten-Speed and Mag Now! magazine pouches
I compare @BlueForceGearAlwaysBetter Ten-Speed and Mag Now! magazine Pouches. The pouches come in single, double and triple for M4, sub gun and .308. Single and double for pistol mags. Ten-Speed…
Tifosi Glasses Product Knowledge
Material Disclosure I received this product as a courtesy from the manufacturer via Spotter Up so I could test it and give my honest feedback. I am not bound by…
The Military’s Secret Weapon: Energy Drinks in Warfare
In the demanding world of military operations, soldiers often find themselves in high-stress situations that require intense physical and mental endurance. To combat fatigue and maintain optimal performance, energy drinks…