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Helikon-Tex Raccoon – a scrappy understatement

September 15, 2018

If you’re new to Spotter Up media, you might not know that Military 1STacross the big pond has been sending some kick ass kit for us to play with. Helikon-Tex has been one of my favorites, and theirs as well. ... Read More...

Spotter Up Review: 5.11 Defender Flex Pants, Straight Leg

Joshua Shaw

September 9, 2018

Concealment, EDC, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style, Tactics

I got my first pair of 5.11 Tactical pants (stryke pant) in 2012 while i was shopping for my first deployment, so i am pretty late to the tactical pants game. Ive more than made up for lost time at this point j... Read More...

An Introduction to the Complete Warrior Concept

Bill Farmer

August 30, 2018

LIFE, Mission Critical, Opinion, PSYCHE, Style, Tactics, The Team Room

An Introduction to the Complete Warrior Concept What does it take to bring harm to another human being? What does it take to kill them? Is the act of punching another person a very physically demanding task? H... Read More...

Chest Rigs are Popular Right Now How to Justify Coolness

Jordan Garcia

August 28, 2018

Accessories, Body Armor, Geek Culture, Load Bearing, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style, The Team Room

Chest rigs are mad-popular right now, which is dope because the people who actually need/use them have options and a market full of competition to give them better products. But for the regular guy, justifying ... Read More...

Snake Eater Tactical Pistol Burros

Ben Johnson

August 15, 2018

Ammunition & Reloading, EDC, Firearms, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

When the pistol burros arrived in the mail, I was honestly a little underwhelmed. I had visited snakeeatertactical.com before volunteering for this review, so I thought I had a decent idea of what they could do... Read More...

Lowa Boots Performance Footwear for any Occasion

Zach Pierce

August 10, 2018

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

Lowa Boots Lowa Boots. Maybe not the most recognized name in the boot industry, and if not, they’re the best kept secret. I say this as a wearer of them for about 8 years now. I first heard about thes... Read More...

FirstSpear Hands On Operator Gloves. Spotter Up Review!

Bill Farmer

August 3, 2018

Accessories, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style, The Team Room

FirstSpear Hands On Operator Gloves (O.G.) Merino wool. Breathable. Flexible. If I were to tell you that I am describing an article of clothing, what do you picture? A fitness inspired clothing line? Ultra... Read More...

Spotter Up Review! FirstSpear First On Plate Carrier

Bill Farmer

August 2, 2018

Body Armor, Load Bearing, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style

Spotter Up Review: FirstSpear First On Plate Carrier In the tactical world, there are companies whose names proceed the product itself. Some for good reasons, some for not so good. One of such companies is... Read More...

Spotter Up Review! GPCA GP Clip

Bill Farmer

July 28, 2018

Accessories, EDC, Gadgets, Geek Culture, Keychains, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style, The Team Room

Spotter Up Review! GPCA GP Clip The folks over at GPCA are at it again! With a promise from their Co-Founder Rob that they are determined to build an EDC (everyday carry) line, this formerly Jeep exclusive... Read More...

Sitka Kelvin Down Hoody Review

Bill Farmer

July 24, 2018

Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Product Reviews, Style, The Team Room

A Spotter Up Review! Sitka Kelvin Down Hoody When it comes to getting deep into the outdoors, all clothing is not created equally. Gone are the days of trying to pack in flannel-lined canvas like cold weather ... Read More...