In the fall of 2023, I found a great sale price on one of the new COVRT18 2.0 low profile backpacks from 5.11 Tactical. I had previously owned one of their Gen 1 COVRT18 packs. And although it was a good pack, I just couldn’t get it to work for me. So, when I was […]
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5.56 vs .223 | Whats The Difference | Ballistics
What is the key difference between 223 and 556? The main difference between these two cartridges is the pressure they are loaded to. The 5.56 NATO cartridge is loaded to a higher pressure of 58,000 psi whereas a .223 round is loaded to 55,000 psi. Likewise, the heavier 62-grain M855 NATO round is roughly 13% more powerful […]
Costa Skimmer Sunglasses | Talk To Me Goose
Okay, so the Costa Skimmer sunglasses aren’t a true aviator frame, they are a bit smaller than that. However, they certainly capture that Aviator’s look and feel. The Costa Skimmer glasses feature a minimalist all-metal frame with mirrored, polarized lenses. When it comes to sunglasses I can be quite picky and as a dude with […]
Accuranger 1300 | Exclusive Rangefinder from Redfield
As a relatively new deer hunter, I am looking for equipment to complement my hunting gear. One such piece of equipment is a rangefinder. I have found myself several times in the woods wishing I had a rangefinder to help measure different distances across a valley. When offered the opportunity to review the Accuranger 1300 […]
Best EDC Gear | EDC Starter Kit | Minimalist
The following list of EDC items comes from a minimalist approach that still gets the job done. This does not include a firearm, just items I can take almost anywhere. These EDC items are the best from my perspective as a starter kit. Best EDC Wallet The Ridge Wallet ingeniously combines two metal plates with […]
Affordable Truck Gun Build Under $900
I spend a lot of time in my truck. It’s my primary everyday driver. The reason I chose the truck that I did is that it can do nearly anything I need it to do. Ensuring that my truck is as capable as possible also involves being equipped with the necessary firepower for a variety of situations. […]
Best SSD External Hard Drive for Mac – SanDisk 1TB Portable SSD
In digital storage, the quest for efficiency and reliability is unending, especially for Mac users who often juggle high-demand tasks and creative endeavors. The SanDisk 1TB Portable SSD offers a blend of speed, durability, and compatibility that makes it a frontrunner for the title of the best SSD external hard drive for Mac. This article […]
Neomag ALIAS Holster Attachment System: Hidden In Plain Sight
Neomag’s biggest product release, other than the original Neomag, has been the ALIAS holster attachment system. This ingenious holster belt clip alternative is disrupting the concealed carry holster industry. The Neomag ALIAS provides a solution to damn near every desired way to conceal carry and secure your pistol. Let’s get into what exactly the Neomag ALIAS is […]
Skiing at Snowbird with Icebreakers Bodyfit Merino base layer
If you like spending time outdoors in the winter months, staying warm is a critical component to success. Whether it’s alpine or nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hunting or riding snow machines, proper layering for the activity at hand will differ. Dynamic activities will require less insulation while static activities will require more. As an alpine skier, […]
ABLE CARRY Daybreaker | An affordable low-vis daypack
I must admit that I am a big fan of backpacks. And think that they can be the most utilitarian and versatile yet under appreciated part of your kit. I approach my pack choices largely from a specificity of need point of view. Being handed the Daybreaker pack from ABLE CARRY made me look at […]
Osprey Day Lite Backpack – A low-vis Everyday Carry Option
The first time I saw the Osprey Day Lite Backpack was in November 2019 while visiting London and Paris. I was carrying my 5.11 RUSH 12. Not the lowest profile civilian looking pack. I noticed that there were a lot of people carrying small packs that were so common as to go unnoticed. So I […]
The Vault | Uncharted Supply Company’s 65L Waterproof Duffel Bag
The Vault is Uncharted’s new 65-liter duffel bag for many adventures. When operating out of a base camp, it is a good idea to have a duffel bag ready to store bulky items or dry clothes that may be needed during the trip. Having spent plenty of time in the humid forests of Louisiana with […]
Olight Valkyrie Turbo | Spotlighting Targets
One of the firearm safety rules is knowing what your target is before firing. Not identifying your target can lead to deadly consequences in low-light settings or at night. As a result, to overcome the dark in these situations, a weapon-mounted light is vital. Olight has produced the Valkyrie Turbo, a new pistol light with […]
The 5.11 Field Watch | A NSFW Outdoor Watch
The 5.11 Tactical Field Watch is one more example of quality, no-frills gear that the Modesto, California company has been supplying for nearly 17 years. While some purveyors of tactical watches imply that their timepieces are fit for every occasion, make no mistake here. The Field Watch is “Not Suitable For Work” unless your occupation […]