During the early part of the war in Afghanistan, US forces were suffering under extreme cold weather conditions; poorly served by their issued clothing systems. Enter the PCU. In 2002, US Army Master Sergeant Tony “Bucket” Pryor, who would later go on to be awarded a Silver Star, made a satellite call from the Hindu Kush to… Continue reading The PCU Protective Combat Uniform: A Buyer’s Guide and Clothing System History
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Understanding the Black Magic behind Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings
Editor-in-Chief’s Note: Buck is back with a few thoughts on the mystery behind sleeping bag temperature ratings. If you’ve ever wondered what those ratings mean, Buck will help to shed some light on the subject. Before you buy your next sleeping bag, be sure to watch this short and informative video. Buck Holly served 9… Continue reading Understanding the Black Magic behind Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings