Author: Jack Bogart

On Sunday 22 February, a large group of Spyderco fans got together again in Amsterdam to meet Eric, and Lisa in Amsterdam, for a first look at the many new designs Spyderco has in the works. But also, to share their shared love Spyderco and knives in general, and to meet and catch up with old friends. I need to see if I can ever finagle an invite. I could crash with family outside the city. Spyderco Amsterdam Meet 2026 Report   Read the full article here

To survive on the modern battlefield, paratroopers are adapting to fight the unseen battle on the radio waves. Phantom Platoon provides a unique Cyber and Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) capability for 16 Air Assault Brigade, the British Army’s global response force. CEMA brings together electronic warfare, cyber operations, and spectrum management. The goal is to gather information about the enemy, disrupt their plans, and keep friendly forces safe. The platoon – part of 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment (2 PARA) – took part in Exercise Orion in France, where British and French airborne soldiers trained side by side to prepare for real-world…

Last month, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced plans to build a border wall in state and national parks in Texas, sparking outcry from public lands advocates and locals. In a quiet modification of online plans for the wall, the agency reversed course, eliminating the physical barrier and instead opting only for surveillance technology. The Original Plan In February, then-DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced that the agency would waive 28 environmental and historic preservation laws to build a “Smart Wall” (a physical barrier with surveillance technology) in Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park in Texas.…

There’s a Swedish proverb that cold-weather adventurers have been paraphrasing for decades. It goes, There’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing. And sure, that works for walking your dog and skiing most of the time. But winter gravel riding is a different beast. On the one hand, you have super-cold wind obliterating your hands and fingers. Then you’ve got wetness and snow falling from the sky. Then, of course,  it’s tough to avoid an inevitable spritzing from the inside as you heat up and sweat through your layers when you’re hammering uphill. And that’s when the road…

INKAS® proudly announces the addition of the all-new Armored BMW 760i to its growing global fleet of premium protected vehicles. As demand for discreet executive protection continues to rise, INKAS® is further strengthening its lineup with a distinctive luxury sedan platform engineered to deliver certified ballistic protection. Based on BMW’s flagship executive sedan, the armored BMW 7 Series combines advanced technology with proven ballistic engineering. Powered by a 4.4L TwinPower Turbo V8 producing 536 horsepower and supported by a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, the platform offers enhanced efficiency and performance capabilities while supporting the structural requirements of full armoring integration. Engineered…

When it comes to rescuing people buried in an avalanche, time is of the essence. The vast majority of victims don’t survive more than 2 hours. So, it’s near-miraculous that Washington skier Michael Harris survived 4 hours after an avalanche hit him while cruising in-bounds on the Big Chief Bowl of the Stevens Pass Ski Resort on Feb. 26. Ski patrollers only became aware of his situation when Harris’s wife used Find My iPhone to locate him, and noticed that his position hadn’t changed for 3 hours. He was skiing alone, in-bounds, in an avalanche-controlled area. Harris’s wife gave the…

There’s not always time to use sights when it comes to self-defense. Here we look at how instinctive shooting can massively improve your defensive shotgun skills.For years now, I have been saying that anyone wanting to up their tactical shotgun game should be training in clay sports, such as skeet, trap and sporting clays. However, unfortunately, a lot of tactical shotgun courses have people training on static targets … but shotguns excel at hitting moving targets and are perfect for learning instinctive shooting.Instinctive shooting teaches a shooter to break free from sights and optics. That’s right: Say goodbye to red-dots,…

Overseas knives have been on an upswing in the past 10 years. Reate and WE Knives have long been the frontrunners out of China, but a newer name, Kunwu, has been producing some very stylish, complex knives.  Until now, the company’s smallest offering fell into the “behemoth” size category, but a few new offerings have been reasonably for EDC. The Compadre was the most interesting these newer knives.  In short: The Compadre ($280) is a beautifully made, highly stylized knife with superior cutting performance. Its cuts and curves might look busy, but getting the knife in hand and using it will prove…

Ruger has just announced 10 new upgraded models of the venerable 10/22.Ruger just announced 10 new 10/22 models that feature upgrades that were previously only seen on specific models, but now they’re available on a wider selection of classic 10/22 variants.All of the upgraded 10/22 variants feature a BX-Trigger with a crisp, light 2.5- 3-pound break, minimal overtravel and a positive reset. They all also sport an easy-to-use match bolt release. All versions except for the two takedown models also feature an integrated rear cleaning port in their receivers for easier access when cleaning.The upgraded 10/22 variants are available with…

The Düsseldorf-based technology group Rheinmetall is expanding its portfolio with an acquisition in the field of uncrewed systems. Rheinmetall has now signed a contract in Zagreb to buy a majority stake of Croatian uncrewed ground system solution provider DOK-ING. Rheinmetall is acquiring 51% of the company, which was founded in 1991, Vjekoslav Majeti?, the founder and previous sole owner of the company, will retain the remaining shares (49%). Rheinmetall’s entry into DOK-ING is subject to approval by the relevant regulatory authorities. Both parties have agreed not to disclose the purchase price. Following the completion of the transaction, DOK-ING will continue…