Tactical & Survival

Trump Administration To Deliver More Weapons To Taiwan

In what will be seen by China as an escalation of war, the United States will deliver more weapons to…

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Salomon Cross Hike 2 Mid GORE-TEX Review: A Trail Runner in Boots’ Clothing

For years, I’ve been on team trail runner. Ditch the bulky boots and reach for the GTX version of beloved…

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Lightweight Warmth for Backcountry Hunts: Argali Alpine Sleep System Review

Finding the right sleep system for your adventures is a bit like finding your security blanket. The wrong one ensures…

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How Serious Is The HMPV Outbreak In The U.S.?

The human metapneumovirus (hMPV) was first reported in China using fear-mongering over the number of cases. While it was reported…

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Zpacks Duplex Lite Tent Review: Cut Weight, Not Comfort — Unless You’re Over 6 Feet Tall

Many hikers become obsessed with saving weight when deciding on gear for thru-hikes. Cut a few ounces here, save a…

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‘Perfectly Mixed’: Japanese-American Skier Searches for Identity on the Slopes in ‘NISEI’

In Japanese, the word “Nisei” describes someone born in North America whose parent(s) were immigrants from Japan. It’s one of several…

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Prepare For WAR: NATO Chiefs Calls For “Wartime Mindset”

NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) Secretary-General Mark Rutte has urged bloc members to “prepare” for war and increase defense spending.…

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Softshell Where You Want It, Hardshell Where You Need It: Raide Research TourTech Ski Bibs Review

Fresh, pillowy snow was piling up on Vail Pass. Determined to get my fill of it, I charged up for…

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