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Shadow Tech – NCT, a New Carbon Fiber Tripod Shadow Tech, manufacturers of the HOG Saddle weapon mount, recently showed me a new tripod they’ll be releasing soon. Although it doesn’t yet have an official name they’ refer to it internally as the NCT for Not Chinese Tripod as it is manufactured in Kansas City using no Chinese parts. Coming in August, it weighs in at 4.5 lbs and extends to a height of 65″. The carbon fiber legs are four-section and incorporate a new patented shimless tube design. Additionally, they offer an optional, retractable spiked foot. stores.hogsaddle.com This entry…

Firearm: Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger SP101 Revolver in .327 Fed. Mag. (MSRP: $919) We’ve opted for Ruger’s SP101 revolver chambered in .327 Federal Magnum for today’s kit for a number of reasons. First, the chambering allows for an extra round over the .357 Magnum/.38 Special round in which the SP101 is traditionally offered. With the .327 Fed. at a power level somewhere between .38 Special +P and .357 Mag., it’s basically a free extra round—there’s no tradeoff in power. Second, the extra heft of the all-steel SP101 means a less painful shooting experience. And, lastly, the Lipsey’s exclusive blued steel and…

FirstSpear Friday Focus – Rash Guard The FIRSTSPEAR RASH GUARD is built for performance and protection in training, maritime, and watersport environments. Made in the USA from a high-performance poly/spandex blend, this ultralight top offers a compression fit that conforms to your body for streamlined comfort. Its quick-drying fabric ensures you stay comfortable even after repeated exposure to water, while the smooth flat seams reduce chafing and skin irritation caused by rubbing or abrasion. Designed for versatility, the Rash Guard provides natural sun and UV protection, making it ideal for extended hours in the sun. Whether you’re tackling aquatic adventures,…

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army launched a pilot ride-share access program to improve installation access for over 600,000 military members, their families, retirees and civilians living at six Army installations. Over the next two months, ride-share access will be re-envisioned at Fort Bliss, Texas; Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington; Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; Fort Shafter, Hawaii; and Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii. “This program demonstrates our commitment to addressing the challenges faced by our military communities,” said Dan Driscoll, Secretary of the Army. “Through collaboration with the ride-share industry, we’re able to provide our Soldiers and their families…

Backcountry skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling are inherently dangerous sports. As someone who spends a lot of time enjoying these activities, lowering my risk exposure is incredibly important. In my perspective, reducing risk can be done in a few ways, including conservative decision-making and investing in safety equipment. That includes avalanche airbag ski backpacks. In the past decade, avalanche airbags have become more refined and prevalent among backcountry skiers. Many recreationists now consider airbag ski packs an essential safety tool alongside a beacon, shovel, and probe. Over the last 5 years of my backcountry career, having a functional airbag pack has…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Montana Knife Company is at it again. Tonight’s tactical knife drop is definitely shaping up to be one of the most anticipated releases of the year. If you’re the type who appreciates blades built with purpose, forged in the grit of Montana, and tested by those who live the lifestyle, then this little launch just might be for you. At 7 p.m. MDT, MKC is releasing four different tactical blades that scream functionality with that American edge the brand is known for. Let’s break…

If you want the best can for the job, you need to consider a suppressor’s materials alongside its baffle design, construction and features.Suppressors have been slowly and steadily entering the mainstream discussion in hunting, range use and general recreation during the past 15 years or so. The technology from the “golden” days of gun sales during the Obama administration is quite different than what we can now access. Just as thermal optics once costing $20,000 can now be accessed for a fraction of that, suppressors have come a long way in terms of cost, performance and durability.As something of a…

SAN DIEGO – 25 March 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the Belgian Ministry of Defence completed the first flight of a new MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) that will be the first SkyGuardian delivered to Belgium as part of a four-aircraft purchase. The flight was based out of GA-ASI’s Desert Horizon Flight Operations Facility in El Mirage, California and took place on February 20, 2025. First flight is part of a series of ground and flight tests conducted to validate the performance of the Belgian MQ-9B RPA. The objective of the flight was to prove…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More REI Co-op’s bestselling Half Dome tent line hits a midlife milestone this year. For 45 years, Half Dome tents have evolved with technological advances and design input from Co-op members. In celebration, REI released an anniversary-specific design for its signature tent, the Half Dome 2. The entire Half Dome collection received technical upgrades that REI claims add more headspace volume, better wind- and water-resistance, and a more intuitive tent pole setup. REI also pledged to donate 20% of proceeds from Half Dome sales through…

Compact suppressors for centerfire rifle cartridges are the most popular suppressors, and they come in a variety of configurations.We hit the range with four different rifle suppressors—the MeatEater, Backcountry, Trash Panda and Silent Bandit—to see how they compare.Throughout time, various trends have left their mark on the history of firearms. While these trends might have various origins, consumers are the driving force. In the 1980s, traditional muzzleloading was popular. In the ’90s, cowboy action shooting was hot. And in the early 2000s, the in-line muzzleloader was all the rage.About a decade into the new millennium, two things happened to drive…