Archive: Gear

If your like me – your interested in military history and the gear that soldiers are using. I have been reading several Army Ranger history books and came across this Army Ranger Equipment List. I talked with a good friend of mine who served in Ranger battalion and he gave me a few suggestions on... Read More

When you step into the world of a Navy SEAL sniper, you step into a different universe. This is not Hollywood. This is not a video game. This is the craft of the quiet professional — a warrior trained to observe, wait, and deliver precision when it matters most. A sniper’s gear is not about... Read More

Check out our list of the Top 10 Navy SEAL Watches and see if one may be of use on your next adventure. Want to know which is the best watch for a Navy SEAL? I was issued a standard Navy dive watch when I checked into an East Coast SEAL Team. It was an... Read More

For the serious operator—whether you’re pounding pavement, hauling gear through bad terrain, or prepping for a ruck—you need boots that deliver across durability, comfort and mission-readiness. In this piece we go deep into the comparison between the Rocky S2V and the Danner Rivot TFX boots. At SEALgrinderPT we’ve tested both models in real field-conditions to... Read More

Check out the reviews, comparisons and videos for the Danner Reckoning vs Bates Lite Tactical Sport boot and you decide which one is best for your field work. In this comparison review, we will assess the features and performance of two popular tactical boots: the Danner Reckoning and the Bates Lite Tactical Sport. Both boots... Read More

I have been a fan of Kuhl clothing for over 10 years now. What started with a shirt, had me checking out their pants (check out my review). Which of course had me buying 3 pairs of shorts. I love Kuhl products and have put them to test on everything from long distance bike-packing, climbing... Read More

Every week, athletes get ready for GORUCK events and they always ask: ‘Hey Coach, what boots do I need?’ It’s a big deal for these tough missions as you need your feet to help you finish the drill. You can do a 100 pushups and ruck #100 pounds – but if your feet fail –... Read More

The FRONTAC GEAR 24 Hour Tuff Pack is a beast. Designed for rucking, garage gym workouts, GORUCK events, SEALFIT 20X Challenges, or just hauling your gear to work. This pack is built to take a beating and keep going. I picked up this pack in late September, 2024 and have been using it ever since.... Read More

By Brad McLeod originally posted 4-1-2018. Updated 9-9-24 Check out this list of Top 10 Backpacks for the SEALFIT 20X Challenge Event. We get this question alot; “Coach, what backpack do you recommend for training and to do a SEALFIT 20X Challenge? That is a great question, so we checked in with athletes that have... Read More

I picked up a pair of Oboz Sawtooth low hiking shoes a few months back (July 2018) and wanted to let you know my feedback from wearing them. I have been using these to do some trail hiking in Florida and they are doing great so far. Out of the box I like the overall... Read More

What’s Up ! We just got in a fresh shipment of original SGPT t-shirts This is the second run on this tshirt. The last run went really quick – so if you want one you need to speak up now! You must be a loyal SGPT Member to get your fresh T-shirt You can renew... Read More

Getting ready for a GoRuck Challenge? Check out this list of Top 10 GORUCK equipment that you will need for an upcoming GORUCK event. You don’t want to get to the event and be without the key things you need to succeed. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com... Read More

Check out these weight vest used by SGPT athletes. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which helps keep gas in the truck and the lights turned on. So if you want to help a disabled veteran – click the link and buy your toilet paper in bulk. #10... Read More

By Brad McLeod originally posted 3-1-2013 (updated 3-3-24) Check out our SGPT Top 10 Backpacks for a GORUCK event. Not everyone that does a GORUCK event will use the same pack. I have seen everything from gym bags to high speed military rucks – and a lot of in betweens. What is the best backpack? One... Read More