Author: Braxton Taylor
North Carolina-based High Speed Gear Inc. has just launched a new protective insert for its NVG (night-vision goggle) carrying pouch that consists of an inner, dustproof liner and bag meant to protect sensitive night-vision goggles and/or other delicate components when not in use and stored in the pouch. Though the High Speed Gear NVG Pouch is completely optional, it is designed to provide extra peace of mind for operators and personnel working in sandy, dusty or high particulate matter environments where the risk of debris coating sensitive gear is higher than average. “Our end users work in some of the…
Posted on August 9, 2024 (August 10, 2024) by Daniel Mitchell Maintaining the longevity and reliability of a firearm is important for any responsible gun owner. Regular cleaning is a fundamental aspect of this maintenance, but it’s not just about wiping down the exterior. Disassembling your firearm for thorough cleaning is essential for several reasons. Let’s explore why this practice should be a non-negotiable part of your firearm care routine. Ensuring Optimal Performance Every time you fire your weapon, residue from the gunpowder and the primer accumulates inside the firearm. This buildup can affect the moving parts and overall performance…
The Air Force wants a company to take over its aging chain of hotels at bases across the world, the latest move by the new administration to privatize and commercialize parts of the military.Service-operated hotels at 58 military bases could be privatized, ideally handing the lodging off to a national hotel chain. The idea, which has been in the works for the past two years, could include a company signing a 50-year lease to update and run the lodging primarily used by troops and their families for travel and temporary-duty assignments, according to the service.Military.com has reported on the struggles…
The Air Force Reserve is on track to lose nearly half of its fighter jets by the end of the decade, a course its top general warns could sideline the force in conflicts and deepen the military’s pilot crisis. “It takes us out of the fight,” Lt. Gen. John Healy, chief of the Air Force Reserve, said during an interview at the Pentagon.From fiscal 2014 to fiscal 2030, the Reserve’s fighter force will shrink by 48 percent, Healy said, with no clear plans for replacement. The Air Force is retiring those and other aircraft to free up money for newer technology…
This week on the show I’m joined by professor, ecologist, and best-selling author Doug Tallamy, to discuss the fascinating ways that hunters can turn their properties into DIY wildlife refuges for the critters we hunt and other threatened species at the same time. Read the full article here
Firearm: Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro OSP (MSRP: $649) We’re going back to a familiar handgun for today’s kit: The Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro OSP. The standard Hellcat was one of the original offerings at the start of the recent micro 9 mm double-stack boom along with the SIG Sauer P365. These pistols brought near-full-size capacity to a pistol size that had really only been known for revolver-like numbers in single-stack guise. Seemingly overnight, the small 9 mm pistol expanded from a six- or seven-round magazine to 10 or 11, with slightly extended versions offering 13 to 15 rounds in a…
Posted on November 20, 2024 (January 2, 2025) by Daniel Mitchell The world of firearms is complex, with various laws and regulations governing what you can and cannot own. One of the most important distinctions in U.S. firearm law is between NFA and Non-NFA firearms. Understanding these categories is crucial for both new and experienced gun owners to ensure compliance with federal law. In this blog post, we’ll dive deep into what Non-NFA firearms are, how they differ from NFA firearms, and why this distinction matters. What is the NFA? The National Firearms Act (NFA), enacted in 1934, is one…
Adding weight to calisthenics takes your fitness to a new level by making the exercises more challenging. Once you have achieved a moderately high level of abilities with your body weight, the next option is to increase the weight and reduce the overall repetitions for a few months. This will help you recover from high-volume joint movements and allow for some strength and durability to be built into your programming.This is one such workout that we call Weight Vest Wednesday:This half-pyramid warm-up builds a steady progression from 1-10 reps in 10 sets, plus a total of 1,000 meters of jogging.…
Many gun owners take pride in growing their firearm collections, but at what point does collecting become excessive? How many guns are too many? This article explores the balance between being a protector vs. a collector, emphasizing that firearm ownership should prioritize skill development and practical use over sheer quantity. Instead of constantly buying new guns, optimizing your collection by upgrading optics, suppressors, and accessories can be more beneficial. A structured approach, like the Primary vs. Secondary Strategy, helps gun owners focus on essential firearms for training and defense while keeping the rest as collectibles or recreational pieces. Ultimately, true…
ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published.Under the watchful gaze of security guards, dozens of people streamed through metal detectors to enter Temple Israel one evening this month for a town hall meeting on hate crimes and domestic terrorism.The cavernous synagogue outside of Detroit, one of several houses of worship along a suburban strip nicknamed “God Row,” was on high alert. Police cars formed a zigzag in the driveway. Only registered guests were admitted; no purses or backpacks were allowed. Attendees had been informed of…