Author: Jack Bogart

This article originally appeared on iRunFar. Two deaths in the trail running world over the past week have left communities in mourning. On Wednesday, April 8, a runner identified only as Grégory passed away during the 2026 Marathon des Sables Legendary stage race in Morocco. Then, on Saturday, April 11, David Parrish of the U.K. died while attempting a fastest known time (FKT) on the Cape Wrath Trail in Scotland. Grégory at the Marathon des Sables Legendary The Marathon des Sables Legendary is a six-stage race across the Sahara Desert. Racers must carry all their own gear and food for…

Quantum Systems’ Vector AI will support U.S. Army modernization and future Medium Range Reconnaissance (MRR) capabilities for Brigade Combat Teams Moorpark, California (USA), April 15, 2026 – Quantum Systems Inc., the US entity of Quantum Systems, today announced that Vector AI  has been selected for the U.S. Army’s Company-Level sUAS Directed Requirement (DR) 2 initiative under a contract valued at $15.3 million. Vector AI will accelerate the delivery of advanced aerial intelligence capabilities to Brigade Combat Teams of the U.S. Army. The effort is a key component of the Army’s modernization strategy to rapidly field commercially available unmanned systems to…

I had the opportunity to visit New York City for the first time last weekend, and to be honest, I felt naked without my carry pistol. However, with the various laws and “sensitive places” restrictions, it’s nearly impossible to even take a handgun into the city legally, much less carry it for self-defense. Fortunately, on the morning of April 12, I was in the security line at LaGuardia Airport, “admiring” the signs threatening me with a multi-thousand-dollar fine if I happened to have a firearm in my carry-on bag. Meanwhile, at the nearby 42nd Street-Grand Central subway station, 44-year-old Anthony…

FirstSpear Friday Focus: Tubes Rodeo T-Shirt The FirstSpear TUBES RODEO T-SHIRT is built for off-duty wear without dropping standards. It’s made from a soft 60/40 cotton blend that’s comfortable enough for long days, whether you’re at the range, in the gym, or just staying low profile. Lightweight and breathable, it keeps things easy without feeling cheap or disposable. The side-seamed construction gives it a better fit than your average boxy tee. Available in black, tan, and maroon, it keeps your look clean and simple while still standing out just enough. Sizes run from Small to 3XL, so you’re covered regardless…

By Clayton Walker Posted in #Guns As Bob Dylan once sang, “The times, they are a-changin.” I remember an era where bolt-action pistols were associated mainly with long-range metallic silhouette shooting. Magnum handgun cartridges offered a good amount of up-close knock-down power where steel pigs and rams were concerned, but at 100 yards and beyond, they were found to be lacking. Indeed, it’s hard to beat the ballistic performance of a good rifle round. I’d secretly wondered why the product category wasn’t more common. To me, the benefits of a “go anywhere” precision platform seemed self-evident. I’m…

Springfield Armory has just announced the Saint Victor PDW, a compact 9mm AR with a 5.5-inch barrel.The concept of a personal defense weapon, or PDW, originates with militaries looking to arm second-line troops with something small, handy, and easier to shoot than a traditional handgun. Springfield’s new take on the concept is the Saint Victor PDW, and it looks like it will be able to fill its namesake role very well.Chambered for 9mm, the Saint Victor PDW features a 5.5-inch barrel, a retractable SB Tactical HBPDW pistol brace and a simple but reliable direct-blowback action. It feeds from Colt-pattern magazines…

As a percentage of the total land area, the federal government owns more land in Nevada than anywhere else. Government agencies own about 81% of the state’s 70 million acres. Soon, however, that may begin to change. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) recently introduced a bill that would transfer over 10,000 acres of land from federal to local control. The measure has received criticism from some outdoor recreationists and support from public lands groups. The Bill: Douglas County Economic Development and Conservation Act Cortez Masto introduced the Douglas County Economic Development and Conservation Act to the Senate in March. The…

U.S. Marines participated in the Advanced Radio Frequency Intelligence Operators Course (ARFIOC) 26-1 at Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center, Mississippi, Feb. 26, 2026, led by U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Central Command (MARCENT) and sponsored by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). A program focused on advancing signals intelligence and electronic warfare capabilities in support of operational forces. ARFIOC builds on foundational Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) training by providing intermediate to advanced instruction in electromagnetic spectrum awareness, radio frequency theory, signal identification, signal characterization, and advanced geolocation techniques. The course is designed to refine technical proficiency and prepare Marines to operate in complex…

Since Donald Trump took office in 2024, public lands and the agencies that support them have been the target of federal budget cuts, layoffs, and hiring freezes. Despite U.S. National Forests and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land generating massive economic output and providing millions of American jobs, funding for these agencies and others continues to shrink. Visitor experiences are being affected as a result. That’s why onX, All Trails, Patagonia, and 74 other outdoor brands and organizations signed a letter imploring Congress to fully fund the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and BLM for 2027. The recreation resources these agencies…

The fact that Ford sells an F-350 Super Duty with the Tremor off-roading package makes very little sense. And taking just about the biggest pickup truck for sale in America on a tough trail makes even less sense — especially on an F-350 that also features the King Ranch package and the enormous Godzilla V8 engine. Combined, the price tag for this F-350 just barely cracks into six figures, at $100,630 as tested. That figure might pale in comparison to a Raptor R or Ram TRX these days, in fairness. But the pricing and size make the Tremor package seem…