I’ve had such a great experience with the two Hill People Gear packs I own, (Qui-Ya & Umlindi) that I used a recent vist to the USA to pick up a smaller pack from them. The Connor Pack is smaller than both of my previous packs, but it still features their legendary harness system. Today I’ll… Continue reading Explore the Backcountry with the Hill People Gear Connor Pack
Category: Load Bearing
Take Your Awesome Sauces To Go with PDW’s Versa Bear Squeeze Bottles
I can’t say that I’ve ever been more excited about a way to transport my condiments, as I am about the Versa Bear Squeeze Bottles, coming soon from Prometheus Design Werx. These compact and packable silicone squeeze-bottles are food-grade and 100% BPA-free to safely transport just about anything you can think of. Whether that’s honey,… Continue reading Take Your Awesome Sauces To Go with PDW’s Versa Bear Squeeze Bottles
Mean Gene Leather Belts for Everyday Carry Dependability
Mean Gene is back! While I can’t help thinking of a movie sequel with that statement, I’m of course referring to Gene Higdon, formerly of HSGI (High Speed Gear, Inc.) While it’s true that Gene recently started a new company, Mean Gene Leather, he’s actually getting back to his roots. Gene got his start as… Continue reading Mean Gene Leather Belts for Everyday Carry Dependability
What Does a Military Combat Tracker’s EDC Consist Of? John Hurth of TÝR Group Walks us Through His Loadout
A combat tracker squad needs to travel as light as possible, but still carry the right equipment to survive on the battlefield. In order for the tracker and his squad to successfully perform their combat tracking mission, mobility will be key. The trackers ability to react to the enemy is reduced when overburdened with a… Continue reading What Does a Military Combat Tracker’s EDC Consist Of? John Hurth of TÝR Group Walks us Through His Loadout
Slick to Full Loadout: Building a Scalable and Modular Armor System
When I attended SOFIC in 2011, I was impressed with the ECLiPSE line of armor carriers by BAE Systems. Going to a modular vest system totally made sense to me as I was then working in a street crimes unit which had us in both uniform and plain clothes assignments. The issue I kept running into… Continue reading Slick to Full Loadout: Building a Scalable and Modular Armor System
Tough Hook: Is Your Hanger Strong Enough to do a Pull-up From?
Since backing the Tough Hook project on Kickstarter and receiving my backer award, I’ve been trying to beat up the Tough Hook however I can. Short from dropping it from a six-story building, I’ve attempted quite a few of my own challenges to test its strength. Aside from loading it down with heavy plate carriers… Continue reading Tough Hook: Is Your Hanger Strong Enough to do a Pull-up From?
Jones Tactical 2″ FatZombie Duty Belt
08/29/16: Please read the update at the bottom of this article. Today I’ll be taking a look at the Jones Tactical 2″ FatZombie Duty Belt. The FatZombie is unique and is by far the best duty belt I’ve ever worn. My hope is that this article will help you make an informed decision if you… Continue reading Jones Tactical 2″ FatZombie Duty Belt
Trimming Weight with Toothpaste Dots for Lightweight Backpacking
Making your toothpaste lighter? Yep, today I’ll be showing you how you can even trim weight on your toothpaste. I’ll admit this technique sounded silly to me when I first heard about it, but if you’re serious about trimming ounces for lightweight backpacking, then toothpaste dots might be for you. In my ongoing quest to… Continue reading Trimming Weight with Toothpaste Dots for Lightweight Backpacking
Lightweight Backpacking Step 3: Multi-Function Gear
This is the fourth post in my series on lightweight backpacking aimed at helping you reduce your overall pack weight without sacrificing any of the comfort or necessities. In my first post I introduced you to the concept of lightweight backpacking, the benefits, how to get started, and taking less stuff. The second post focused… Continue reading Lightweight Backpacking Step 3: Multi-Function Gear
Cocoon GRID-IT! Organizing Your Life’s Cables, Chargers and More
I’ve been personally using the Cocoon Grid-It for a few months now and I’ve really grown into its versatility as a solution for storing cables and the various odds and ends that wind up in the pockets of my ITS Discreet Messenger Bag. Despite the plethora of pockets and organization we’ve built into the bag,… Continue reading Cocoon GRID-IT! Organizing Your Life’s Cables, Chargers and More