Archive: Gear Reviews

The SOG SEAL Strike, for all intents and purposes, is probably one of my favorite all-around survival knives. I have a SEAL Pup and another SOG fixed blade with the TiNi finish, and love them, but SOG hit a home run with the SOG SEAL Strike Fixed Blade. Before we even get into the specs,... Read More

I got a hold of some Truspec Tac Assault Boots 9″, and managed to test them out. I can say these are great boots for duty or training, for LEOs, PMCs, military personnel or civilians geared towards readiness or looking for something for the GORUCK. On first impression, when unboxing,  I noticed how light the... Read More

I took some gear out to Sweetwater Creek State Park this past weekend to put it through the paces, and the SOG Prophet 33 Liter Pack carried my load. Upon first inspection, I already liked this pack. If you click on any link we may get a commission from Amazon.com which helps keep gas in... Read More

SOG does it again with another field ready piece of hardware : the SOG Powerplay Multitool. While Special Operations Gear aka SOG is known for mainly its blades, the SOG Powerplay will serve the user as well as a Leatherman or comparable device. SOG thought outside the box, by incorporating a proprietary Compound Leverage system. It... Read More

We always talk about bugout bags, survival kits, and the like (we meaning the entire preparedness community). But I don’t think we spend enough time talking about E+E – or Escape and Evasion. These are items which need to be considered in the event of unlawful detainment, and could be lifesaving in an emergency. While... Read More

Check out the reviews and comparisons for the Salewa hike trainer vs Danner mountain 600 boots and you decide which ones are good enough for you feet on your next long hike. When it comes to outdoor footwear, both Salewa and Danner are renowned brands known for their quality craftsmanship and performance-driven designs. In this... Read More

SUUNTO Core Crush Altimeter Watch Review... Read More

I have quite a few belts, who doesn’t. But I only have one or two I wear on the range, and the Condor Cobra Tactical Belt is one of them. It’s stiff, sturdy, holds up, and fits through most belt loops, or you can wear externally like a battle belt. The Cobra Gun Belt features... Read More

Check out the reviews and comparisons for the New Balance Abyss vs the Under Armour Speed Freak and you make the best decision of which boot for your feet. New Balance Tactical Abyss Boot Review by Blake mitchell They ran small unlike a lot of boots that run big so I had to exchange the... Read More

CFF Utility Bench review Look no further. This is the bench you need. Wide platform, very sturdy, heavy duty, well made. Rollers are a real plus. Get the CFF Flat Utility Bench. CFF Utility Bench review  Thus far this bench has held up just as I wanted it to, a little pricey but hey –... Read More

By Navy SEAL Veteran Brad McLeod Check out the reviews and comparisons for the Top 10 Multi Tool Review for 2014. If your out on a camping trip or on the battlefield, a multi tool comes in real handy in time of need. From working on your weapons, repairing your gear or just cutting the... Read More

Check out the reviews, videos and comparisons for the New Balance Desertlite OTB boot and you be the judge what is best for your feet on your next hike. New Balance OTB (Off the Board) boots are a line of tactical boots designed for use by military personnel, law enforcement, and other tactical professionals. These... Read More

Check out the reviews and comparisons for the Merrell Sawtooth boot vs Salomon GTX boots and you make the best choice for your feet on your next big hike. Merrell Sawtooth Hiking Boot I purchased these boots for the Hindu Kush mountain range in Afghanistan. These boots are amazing for the price. Very comfortable. I... Read More

Check out the comparisons and reviews for the Rocky C4T vs Under Armour Valsetz boots and you make the decision which one to try out. DESIGN: The Rocky C4T and Under Armour Valsetz boots both feature a modern and tactical design suitable for various outdoor activities. The Rocky C4T has a lightweight construction with a... Read More