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Gear Reviews
Rondy Duffel | Kifaru’s Answer for Airline Travel
Air travel with a hunting pack can be nerve-racking, especially if you have to take multiple flights. To help calm those nerves and mitigate the risks of damage from baggage handling machinery, Kifaru designed the Rondy Duffel for the traveling hunter. When I received the bag from them, I was curious to see how it […]
Best Tactical Duffel Bags for Every Mission
The best tactical duffel bags aren’t just for travel—they’re built to handle abuse, stay organized, and keep your gear mission-ready.
The Ultimate Jungle Survival Kit: Gear Marines Rely On in Okinawa’s Jungle Warfare Training
The Marine Corps Jungle Warfare Training Center in Okinawa Japan had to be one of my favorite training deployments. Learning how to operate and survive in a jungle environment is vastly different from a desert or woodland environment. I remember attending one of our first training sessions at the Northern Training Area (NTA). One of […]
The Fanny | Kifaru’s Minimalist EDC Carrier
There are times when a person needs to carry essentials but lacks pocket space. When those times occur, it is helpful to have a waist pack like Kifaru’s Fanny. When I was asked to give it a try, I accepted the opportunity since I was curious to see how it compared to their Rogan. “Designed […]
The Mission Darkness Faraday Bag Review: Why the NSA Trusts This Signal-Killing Tech
When going dark isn’t optional, the Mission Darkness Faraday Bag delivers. Built for intelligence work and trusted by those who take privacy seriously, it keeps your devices silent, secure, and off the grid.
5.11 Rush 12 Review: Proven Tough After 16 Years of Abuse
By Tristan Russell If you’ve ever trained, deployed, or traveled with me, there’s a good chance you’ve seen my faithful sidekick: a scuffed-up yet unstoppable 5.11 Rush 12 backpack. I grabbed it back in 2008 while stationed at Fort Bliss, and for the last 16 years, it’s been with me everywhere, from the range to […]
Natural Gas Space Heaters: Reliable Backup Heat for Fall and Winter
When temperatures drop and the wind picks up, most people rely solely on their furnace to stay warm. But what happens when the power goes out or the furnace fails in the middle of winter? That’s where Natural Gas Space Heaters come in, offering an efficient, dependable source of heat that doesn’t depend on electricity. […]
Harbor Freight Gunsmith Tools | A Budget-Friendly Kit for Weekend Gunsmiths
Harbor Freight might surprise you. Here’s how to build a capable gunsmithing toolkit for under $75 using tools you can grab locally.
My Most Used Piece of Gear While in the Marine Corps
Pictured above is my very first Gerber multi-tool, bought at the PX on Camp Lejeune, NC, shortly after checking into 2/8 Weapons Company in June of 1993. Back then, there was no internet, no quick Amazon orders, and definitely no gear review sites. If you wanted something, you grabbed a catalog or hit the PX […]
Best Survival Shovel [2025 Buyer’s Guide]
When venturing into the wild or facing a survival scenario, the right survival shovel can be a game-changer. From digging fire pits to clearing paths—or even for self-defense—this tool proves its worth when it matters most. Many so-called “survival shovels” just don’t cut it. A sturdy, feature-packed survival shovel isn’t just handy—it’s essential. Best Survival […]
5.11 Skyweight 36L Outdoor Hiking Pack
The 5.11 Skyweight 36L is an outdoor hiking style backpack designed to carry all your necessities on the trail for a day hike or weekend. Made from 330D Nylon Ripstop in a clamshell design that allows easy access to your gear without having to take everything out. The back panel is contoured and padded for comfort, […]
Niemoller RECCE Rig: Forged in the Fire of Deep Reconnaissance
Built by a Recce legend for real-world combat, the Niemoller Rig was born in the bush and trusted by South Africa’s most elite.
5.11 RUSH 24 | Revisited in Black Multicam
It’s been five years since I had a RUSH 24 (24), and the last one was a black Gen 1. I had always liked the 24, but as my lifestyle and needs changed, I moved more towards the RUSH 12 for my personal and professional needs. Professionally, my backpacks have been used for working security […]