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Heading to the range with the 5.11 Dart24 30L pack

The Dart24 Pack from 5.11

March 5, 2019

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

The Dart24 30L pack from 5.11 As my wife can tell you, I have a lot of packs in my basement. She refers to it as the REI pile. I have several packs that have been issued to me over the last 20 plus years. T... Read More...

Spotter Up Review! Altama Maritime Assault Low

Bill Farmer

February 21, 2019

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

I had seen them advertised. Heard from a few people that they liked them. So, I decided that it was time to get my hands on them. These low-cut tactical shoes. The Altama Maritime Assault Low. I had a couple of... Read More...

5.11 Union Waterproof 6" boot standing in creek

The Union Waterproof 6″ Boot from 5.11 Tactical

Brook Bowen

February 20, 2019

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

5.11 Tactical Union 6" Waterproof Boot As a fulltime Instructor, I spend a lot of time on my feet, so footwear is one of the most important pieces of kit I use. Until recently, I spent most of the last 4 ye... Read More...

TACTEC Plate Carrier from 5.11

Nathaniel Lindsley

January 18, 2019

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

Everyone who trains is looking for an advantage. We all work hard in the pursuit of being better. In that pursuit we are constantly looking for a better method, a better technique, or a better pie... 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...

Thule Subterra 40L from Gear.com

Bill Farmer

January 7, 2019

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

Sweden. Ah, Sweden. Home of Stockholm, that sweet blue and yellow flag and most notably, meatballs. Sweden, as it turns out, is also home to Thule. You may recognize that name as being synonymous with the roofs... Read More...

5.11® Geo7™ Camouflage

Michael Lake

December 12, 2018

Concealment, Mission Critical, MISSION GEAR, Prepping & Survival, Product Reviews, Tactics

FIT AND COMFORT 5.11 Tactical knows how to make clothing that fits, with sizes that don’t seem to run too large or small. Their new Fast-Tac™ TDU® pants feature a comfort waistband with stretch panels. The a... 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...

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...

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