I have found the world to be a confusing place. How is it that in a society where anyone can move upwards from poverty, how is it that so few can do so? The answer is simple: we stopped preparing for the future. Note the specific wording in that phrase, because it’s important. People thinkContinue reading “Finding Inspiration in Preparedness”
Tag Archives: tactics
Modlite OKW + Modbutton Lite Weapon Mounted Light System
Modlite is a relatively new arrival to the weapon mounted light scene, and they brought some excellent offerings to the table. With competition names like Surefire and Streamlight in the mix, they had a lot to prove. They delivered, in exceptional fashion, while defying industry standards for what makes a “good light”, and instead wentContinue reading “Modlite OKW + Modbutton Lite Weapon Mounted Light System”
Grey Man Tactical RMP (Rigid Molle Panel)
With the rise of clamshell opening backpacks like the 5.11 AMP72, and the fall of the awful backpacks with dozens of poorly formatted and laid out nylon compartments, some members of the preparedness and tactical community were looking for a new way to organize gear. And without the limitations of predetermined pockets, we had everythingContinue reading “Grey Man Tactical RMP (Rigid Molle Panel)”
Squared Away: Ep. 10 “The Long Silence”
Hey guys, and welcome back to the Squared Away Series. It’s been a hot minute since I’ve been active here, and for that I must apologize. But hey, I’m back, and guess what? It’s time for reviews. Like, a lot of reviews. So here’s the plan: I’ve got reviews of some 5.11 tactical footwear, aContinue reading “Squared Away: Ep. 10 “The Long Silence””
Tourniquet (Medical)
Tourniquets are the first line of defense against a massive hemorrhage event, when arterial bleeding is involved. There are many tourniquets on the market, and there are also improvised options. The key element of the tourniquet is a band which wraps around the limb, and can be pulled or twisted tight to compress an artery,Continue reading “Tourniquet (Medical)”
Bushcraft
Bushcraft is the art of creating things in austere environments. It uses tools like knives, hatchets, axes, and augers to produce livable shelters and campsites. Many of the tools required for this skillset are featured in the Bug Out Bag and I.N.C.H Bags It’s a highly useful skillset for both short and long term survival.Continue reading “Bushcraft”
I.N.C.H (I’m Never Coming Home) Bag
The I.N.C.H Bag is a more comprehensive, heavier version of the Bug Out Bag. You’ll scale this bag with more equipment, tools, and supplies in preparation for never coming home. You’ll want to include any important personal documents of information as well as the contents of the Bug Out Bag, and may want to increaseContinue reading “I.N.C.H (I’m Never Coming Home) Bag”
Squared Away EP 4: Why Wear a Plate Carrier?
As part of my continuing preparation, I’m going to handle a concept for internal and external preparation. You may have read in a prior episode that I purchased a 5.11 Prime plate carrier and Hoplite plates for self defense purposes. I’ve seen a lot of questions about why this is necessary , and statements aboutContinue reading “Squared Away EP 4: Why Wear a Plate Carrier?”
Squared Away Ep. 1: Modlite OKW, Body Armor, PT days.
Welcome to Squared Away, the weekly update to my life’s preps. This week was an expensive week for me, albeit a very beneficial one. I purchased the Modlite OKW weapon mounted light for my AR-15, and it came in on Monday. It’s a phenomenal light, from an American company, which I couldn’t say no to.Continue reading “Squared Away Ep. 1: Modlite OKW, Body Armor, PT days.”
The First 72: Water
Continuing the first 72 series, I’m going to talk about water preparation. Water preparation is CRUCIAL to your survival, and you’ll need to increase your water intake to prevent dehydration and the issues that come with it. Again, a lot of people over complicate it, or give you a really complicated solution. But water prepsContinue reading “The First 72: Water”