Author: Jack Bogart

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If your HEAD ski boots have fluorescent yellow components and were made between the years 2016 and 2022, stop using them immediately and contact the brand. On April 9, HEAD announced a significant recall of 20 boot models that use this fluorescent plastic, which can “deteriorate and break, posing a risk of serious injury from a fall.” About 1,365 units are part of this recall in the U.S., along with an additional 525 units sold in Canada. It includes Next Edge, Vector Evo, Advant Edge, Raptor, and Formula models. They were sold both online and at retailers, priced from $500…

By Steve Tarani Posted in #Skills When it comes time to shoot, will you be prepared to deliver the shot you have to? Will you have the skills needed to face down that moment, through all the stress and pressure? Have you invested the time needed to develop these skills so that they click in immediately and without a second thought? Seasoned shooters are intimately familiar with what Rob Leatham and performance shooting calls the shooting process: bring stability to alignment, then press the trigger without disturbing that alignment. Less-experienced shooters often underestimate the tremendous level of mental…

Purpose-designed to hold up to the rigors of the outdoors, but still serve as a chef knife, is the new Benchmade Wildcoast. This is the newest addition to the Benchmade kitchen cutlery line of knives. Made of CPM-154 Stainless Steel (58-61HRC), this is a rugged, corrosion-resistant stainless that is still capable of holding a sharp edge for a long time, especially with Benchmade’s SelectEdge Tech. The 6.83″ blade has a clip-point profile that gives it plenty of strength while still giving you a fine tip that can easily be used for fine detail work like a pairing knife. The Wildcoast…

Cody Roberts, 44, was sentenced Wednesday to 18 months of supervised probation after pleading guilty to felony animal cruelty in the Wyoming wolf case that exploded into one of the state’s most notorious wildlife controversies in recent memory. The sentence includes a suspended prison term of up to 2 years, a $1,000 fine, and additional court costs and surcharges. If Roberts violates probation, he could still be sent to prison. The case stems from Feb. 29, 2024, when Roberts used a snowmobile to run down and maim a wolf in Sublette County. He then taped the animal’s mouth shut, brought…

There’s something deliciously subversive about the Spyderco UKPK in full serrated CPM Magnacut steel. Something unique in the world of cutlery. So friendly and so formidable ! Imagine a slipjoint—non-locking, polite, born for UK legal carry—now equipped with one of the most advanced steels ever made… AND with a fully serrated edge. The kind of edge famous for emergency uses, an edge that looks like it wants to chew through a seatbelt, a rope, or your expectations like there is no tomorrow. And yet… it works. Too well. And this is just great ! I give a lot of credit…

Redlands, CA — April 8, 2026 — TNVC (Tactical Night Vision Company), a leading provider of Night Vision, Thermal, and Visual Augmentation Systems (VAS) solutions, is proud to announce the availability of the next generation of night vision housings from Nocturn Industries. The TALON (U.N.V.M.), RAPTOR (U.A.N.V.B.-S.C.), and CHIMERA (U.A.P.N.V.G.) are available through TNVC, delivering cutting-edge advancements in weight reduction, ergonomics, and operational capability. As the demand for adaptable, lightweight, and mission-configurable night vision systems continues to grow across military, law enforcement, and commercial end-users, these next-generation housings represent a significant leap forward in how users operate in low-light and…

Flux Defense Introduces the Big Black Barrel — Now Harder Than Ever Flux Defense today announced the Big Black Barrel, a 6″ replacement barrel engineered specifically for the Raider 365 to deliver maximum ballistic performance while preserving the platform’s compact size and function. Key Features: Length: 6″ — sits flush with the Raider 365 chassis Caliber: 9mm Material: 4150 CMV steel (same base material used in machine-gun barrels) Finish: Black Nitride for enhanced hardness and corrosion resistance Performance: Increased velocity and softer felt recoil versus shorter barrels Compatibility: Exclusively for Sig P365 / Raider 365 — NOT compatible with Sig…

Reptilia Launches PULLER Charging Handle for SIG MPX Hillsborough, NC – Reptilia announces the release of the PULLER Ambidextrous Charging Handle for the SIG MPX platform, a purpose-built upgrade engineered to deliver consistent, reliable manipulation in a low-profile, high-strength design. Designed specifically for the SIG MPX, the PULLER enhances user control without introducing unnecessary bulk or complexity. Its ambidextrous geometry supports a wide range of shooting styles, enabling smooth, repeatable operation whether running the platform at speed, working around mounted optics, or operating in confined environments. The streamlined, anti-snag profile reduces interference while maintaining the leverage required for confident handling.…

I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve been a little hard on Benchmade’s breadwinning folder, the Bugout. After all, it’s an excellent lightweight, light-duty knife that’s really made a name for itself in the outdoor world. However, I need a knife that goes the extra mile and takes a little abuse. I’ve come to terms with the fact that the standard Bugout, with Grivory handles, just isn’t right for me as my EDC and backpacking knife. Last year, Benchmade released a heavier version of its flagship folding knife, the 535-09. Aluminum and Richlite handle scales added a layer of…