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Welcome to our blog! Here, you'll find concise articles and practical tips on military gear, outdoor equipment, and survival strategies. From comparing thermals to choosing the right sleeping bag, our posts are designed to enhance your outdoor experience. Dive in for expert insights and advice tailored for adventurers and military personnel alike!
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Versatile Backpack: The ACU MOLLE II Ruck
The ACU MOLLE II Rucksack is your versatile backpack that can be used for hiking, camping, and anything outdoors.
Made of heavy duty nylon and water resistant fabric, the ACU MOLLE II Rucksack is durable and built to last. The pack has an adjustable shoulder and waist strap for a comfortable and tight fit on your body. All of this is secured by an external frame that holds up to just about anything!
This ACU rucksack with frame has a main compartment that consists of two large internal pockets
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14th Jul 2022
Woobie Poncho Liner - Why We Love It
Poncho Liner: History and Uses
A poncho liner, also known as a woobie, is a rectangular piece of cloth that is used as a type of blanket. It is typically made of ripstop or quilted nylon or other sturdy materials and originally comes in a woodland camo pattern but now has other variations.
Poncho liners are used by the military, survivalist, and shooters, because of the gears' versatility, especially in the outdoors. Just go and ask any veteran or active what one of their favorite pieces of fiel
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24th Mar 2022
How Do I Choose a Medium 3 Day Military Ruck?
How to choose a medium 3 day military rucksack and what are the differences?
A 3 day rucksack is a light backpack that could hold all your essential items for up to three days (hence the term). It's different from normal backpacks because it weighs very little (depending upon the make and material). These packs are made to carry just what you need in gear, water, food, clothes, small shelter, and other essentials and no more. You will also hear the term medium rucksack in addition to 3 day rucks
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21st Nov 2021
FILBE USMC Rucksack: Best Bushcraft Pack?
FILBE USMC Rucksack and Bushcraft backpacks
Many hunters, hikers, and bushcrafters have struggled to find the best backpacks for their needs. The USMC Family of Improved Load Bearing Equipment rucksack otherwise known as a FILBE Rucksack, addresses these needs and then some.
This military rucksack with frame is the most trusted and popular main pack in military service today. It is a Marine corps issue pack and has been used by Marines of all types, from the elite forces to common soldiers, si
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5th Nov 2021
The Merits of FROG Thermal Undergarments
The undergarments you wear play a large part in your comfort and safety, especially if you work in a dangerous environment. Most people are aware of the importance of high-quality undergarments when the temperatures dip down low. However, comparably few understand why Flame Resistant Organizational Gear (FROG) undergarments are so important in the context of a flash safety environment.
The Merits of FROG Military Thermal Underwear
Working in an environment that poses the threat of combustion, f
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3rd Nov 2021
Emergency Preparedness Water
Emergency Preparedness Water
For emergency preparedness having a water plan is vital and something to think about before hand. Even if you are not preparing for the long term having water, food and shelter for 2 weeks is essential for every family in an emergency. Bug in or Bug out what will you do? We have said many times that during a storm most supper markets only have a 2 week supply for their area and trucking in water may not be an option in all situations. Never rely on anything that you
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23rd Aug 2014
Why Keep Emergency Supplies?
You are not a person who believes in doomsday, so why bother keeping supplies?
Over the past year or more we have seen a very noticeable increase in every day people coming into our store; Army Navy Outdoors that are more willing to tell us they are buying emergency supplies to be prepared for, well just anything. In the past people would not want to say why they were making purchases of emergency or bug out bags and felt If they did, they would appear to be a extremist or doom and gloom. Most o
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24th Mar 2014