Author: Jack Bogart

Dan Wesson Firearms today announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, marking a renewed commitment to the principles that have long defined the brand: Heritage, Craftsmanship, Precision, and Innovation. “Dan Wesson has always stood for quality above all else,” said Chris Sprangers, Director of Marketing for CZ and Dan Wesson Firearms. “This new website reflects who we are today while honoring where we came from. It gives our customers and dealers a clear look at the craftsmanship, precision, and innovation that define every firearm we build.” The redesigned platform delivers an elevated digital experience with streamlined navigation, refined product…

Spring is beautiful everywhere, but it hits different in the Midwest. After months of snow and bitter cold, temperate, sunny days in March and April are a true godsend. And thankfully, if you’re a hiker who’s been cooped up all winter in Minnesota, Michigan, or Indiana, the weather is finally good enough to hit the trails. I’ve been living in the Midwest for a decade. In that time, I’ve gathered up the best hikes in the region from my experiences and from friends and family. There’s something for everyone here, from the casual dayhikers who want a chance to swim…

Nashville, TN — March 9, 2026, ZeroTech Optics is proud to introduce the newest addition to the Vengeance lineup—the Vengeance HD 1–10×28 FFP LPVO. Designed for shooters who demand rapid close-range capability and confident precision at distance, this versatile optic is now available in both classic Black and Flat Dark Earth (FDE) finishes. Built for modern sporting rifles, the Vengeance HD 1–10×28 combines rugged construction, advanced optical performance, and a versatile reticle system to deliver exceptional performance across a wide range of shooting environments—from fast-paced competition to demanding tactical applications. Product pages:zerotechoptics.com/p/1-10×28-lpvo-rmg-l-illuminatedzerotechoptics.com/p/1-10×28-lpvo-rmg-l-illuminated-fde Key Features • First Focal Plane (FFP) RMG-L…

Sneak Peek Tracer Tactical – Lunger Harness Named after the infamous gunfighter, Doc Holiday, the Lunger is a new low-profile, minimalist chest rig from Tracer Tactical. These photos of are V2 Prototypes and are about 90% there. It’s combined with the Bino Placard which answers many complaints about other binoculars harnesses. The minimalist design is intended for comfortable sustained wear, low-vis operations and minimized printing. The design merges a Bino Harness style shoulder harness, eliminating the need for a back strap, and a tactical chest rig system that accommodates most placards on the market. According to Tracer Tactical, it will…

When it comes to home defense training, you have to train like you intend to fight.In 2013, I hunted with some American war fighters on the U.S. Army’s base in Hohenfels, Germany. That was an interesting experience—a story for another time—and it has nothing to do with home defense. However, while I was in Germany, I went to a Pond Training Academy. At that time, Pond was conducting some of the security at the gates to the Hohenfels Army base, and in the Pond Academy, they had a unique shooting range.That shooting range does have something to do with home…

By Richard Johnson Posted in #Guns Editor’s Note: The author received a Springfield XD Mod.4 pistol on loan from the company for the purposes of writing this review. I’ve always appreciated the Springfield Armory XD series for what it is: a simple, reliable and accurate 9mm pistol. While the original may have more than two decades under its belt, I appreciate a gun with a solid reputation for performance. That’s what the XD handgun is known for: being a dependable, no-nonsense striker-fired pistol. With the new XD Mod.4, Springfield is clearly taking that familiar foundation and bringing…

FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. — The 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) tested their ability to integrate unmanned aircraft systems to support ground forces during a live-fire exercise on March 12. “We are no strangers to innovation here on Fort Campbell,” said Brig. Gen. Travis McIntosh, deputy commanding general of operations for the 101st. “Drones are reshaping the geometry of the battlefield in real time and we must adjust. Distance and sanctuary no longer provide the protection they once did, and mass and speed of decision-making will increasingly be enabled by autonomy and AI. This event tested and proved these assumptions for…

A mere 2 days before the Bassmaster Classic, I found myself sitting in a Kentucky whisky distillery of all places, listening to a new product presentation. Berkley had brought in a host of outdoor media folks to showcase a much hyped, but somewhat guarded, new line of baits. All I knew going into it was that it was unseen by the masses, and Berkley sure was excited about it. Little did I, or anyone in the room, know that a few days later, a young angler would win the Bassmaster Classic using the very thing we were looking at: Berkley…

Rheinmetall AG will be participating in the specialised trade fair XPONENTIAL Europe 2026 in Düsseldorf from 24 to 26 March 2026. The event is one of the most recognized European trade fairs for autonomous systems, robotics and unmanned technologies. This year, for the first time, special attention is being paid to the topic of security and defence. The Düsseldorf-based technology group is showcasing a wide range of unmanned solutions within the land, air, and space domains at the trade show. These include amongst others drones, satellites, robotic systems and applications for teleoperated driving via 5G mobile networks. Among the new…

This winter, Chevrolet let me borrow a 2026 Silverado High Country for an epic ski trip. The winter storms struggled, though, so I wound up chasing the dregs of snow at Steamboat, Powder Mountain, and Aspen. And in truth, a review of the Silverado High Country itself almost became silly. Despite covering 2,289 miles over two weeks, I probably drove the car only 5% of the time. Instead, this trip provided me with a great opportunity to live with GM’s Super Cruise hands-free driving. I had used Super Cruise on press trips before, but never on a legit road trip…