Navigating Through the Options for Electronic Navigation

If you’re into any level of adventure travel, you’ve probably got a GPS device and some kind of go-to mapping app for electronic navigation. I know it’s one of the most common questions I’m met with on the trails and I typically don’t have a solid answer for people other than “it depends.” This is because the market has become so saturated with products in niche areas that it can be challenging to find affordable options for our weekend activities that can also serve a purpose in the same sphere as our fitness watches. I’m not likely to take a large iPad and a plug-in receiver on a hike where a fitness watch would better serve that purpose. With so many activities and lifestyle factors at play, there has to be a one-size-fits-all option for everyone, right? Continue reading

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Rethink Your Bottle with the New .7 Liter Vapur Anti-Bottles

Ounces equal pounds and pounds equal pain. These new Vapur Anti-Bottles are lightweight, durable and perfect for anyone looking to save some weight in their pack. These bottles are made from a BPA-Free 3-ply material, making them foldable and flexible, while still being extremely durable. Read on below for more information! Continue reading

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Post Your Pooch and Win a K-9 First Aid Kit Prize Pack!

Update: Congratulations to the winner of our K-9 Prize Pack “Bruno” who’s all business in this awesome photo that was submitted to us! Thanks to everyone that submitted a photo for this contest and helped us celebrate K-9 Veterans Day. We loved looking through each submission and we’ve included some of the runners up so you can see just how difficult the decision was. Continue reading

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Choosing Food for a Bug Out Bag – Gear Tasting Radio 102

Today, Bryan rolls the dice on eating a five-year-old PowerBar and we discuss selecting food for your Bug Out Bag, weighing different meals and why it’s important to have ready-to-eat things like snack bars or packets.

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Sleep Styling – Ridiculous Dialogue Episode 121

With a cold front sweeping Texas this week, it’s a sleepy week on Ridiculous Dialogue. We discussed getting that perfect sleep hairdo and rules for sleeping in a bed with family. (People from Oklahoma have different boundaries on that.)

Finally this week, Bryan showcases his perfected boiled egg recipe and describes why he’s embracing the Internet of Things more.

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Luck is in the Air with the New Limited-Edition ITS Lucky Letterman Morale Patch!

Spring is almost here and we’re introducing the new ITS Lucky Letterman Morale Patch as a good luck charm for all! Only 100 of these limited-edition morale patches are left after the ITS Member pre-release yesterday, so get your order in quick before your luck runs out. Continue reading

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How to Tie the Figure Eight On a Bight for a DIY Knot Board Display

The Figure Eight knot is a favorite of climbers everywhere. This week we’re demonstrating both the Figure Eight on a Bight and the Threaded Figure Eight. Though they appear to be the same knot, as you’ll see in the video your tie in point will determine which method you need to use to get the knot tied.

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A TourniQuick® Pouch Testimonial from Real-World Usage

When we undertake product development here at ITS, we always set out to create something that adds purpose to the world. That may seem like a canned statement, but using our TourniQuick® pouch as an example, seconds do really count during a traumatic incident that requires a tourniquet. It was a prime category for a product that can literally save a life, by reducing the time it takes to apply a CoTCCC approved tourniquet. Pouch designs for tourniquets have come and gone, but unlike others, the TourniQuick® was built for deployment.

We never expect to find end users of our product that would take the time to email in to tell their story of how our products worked, let alone describing how they saved a life, but such an occurrence just happened. Today we want to share a story of how one of our Law Enforcement customers, who individually purchased a TourniQuick® Pouch, used it on duty to save a life. Continue reading

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Navigating A Bug Out Bag – Gear Tasting Radio 101

It’s all about navigation this week on Gear Tasting Radio, as we revamp the gear Bryan’s including in his Bug Out Bag. In addition to some changes he’s making on the gear side, Bryan covers some navigation basics and highlights where a GPS fits in his plan.

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How’s Your Home Security? Check Out These Tips to Stop Break-Ins Before They Happen!

With spring just around the corner, criminals are thawing out and starting to scope out their next target. Here are a few tips to stay on top of your home security so your home isn’t on their list! Continue reading

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