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Rheinmetall to Supply Lynx to Ukraine – Order Value for the First Batch in the Mid Double-Digit Million Euro Range Rheinmetall is supplying Ukraine with additional systems for national defence. The country is set to receive its first Lynx KF41 infantry fighting vehicles as early as the beginning of 2026. A contract to this effect was signed in December 2025. The order value for the first five combat vehicles is in the mid double-digit million euro range, with the systems being financed by the Federal Republic of Germany. The decision in favour of the Lynx KF41 was made after extensive…

The first trail camera I ever bought was a cheapo standard SD card camera that I could afford on a college student budget. I placed it over a promising-looking wallow months before the archery elk opener. With a week before season, I was burning with excitement to hit the mountains and retrieve it. Unfortunately, I didn’t get to, thanks to someone with sticky fingers. That memory stuck with me, and I’ve since been a bit reluctant to place trail cameras on public land. However, those days are over thanks to a new Tactacam model that offers one of the best…

Hey Sports fans. SHOT Show is next week, and I am every mix of excitement, nervous, anxious, you name it. I will be flying solo again, as Mark holds down the fort and gets the March issue ready. Apologies that the newsfeed has been a bit sparse the past few days. I have been spending most of my time emailing industry contacts and setting up my booth visits for Vegas. One of them will be Buck Knives, but I am taking a look at them now…   Read the full article here

Those crazy kids at Spyderco are the latest to throw their hat into the 2026 new stuff ring with volume 20 of their Product Reveals. A new version of a longtime favorite leads the charge  here, followed by other interesting stuff. Para Military 2 Lightweight This one has been a long time coming. The famous Para Military 2 model joins its little brother, the Para 3, in receiving a lightweight incarnation. The FRN scales take the weight down to 2.8oz., and the blade steel on the basic model is CTSBD1. Left-Hand Military Another long-anticipated addition sees the Military 2 rolling…

Crewkerne, England, U.K. — SHIELD Sights, pioneer of compact red dot optics, is proud to announce the launch of the OMSx Micro Red Dot Sight, a new optic that blends the competition-driven performance of the RMSx with the innovative translucent roof architecture of the OMSsc, delivering an unrestricted sight picture with almost zero visual obstruction. The OMSx was developed to give shooters the widest, brightest, and fastest-acquiring sight picture possible in a compact footprint. By combining the translucent roof design of the OMSsc with the wide viewing window of the RMSx, the OMSx creates the visual effect of an even…

Ryan Lampers booking mugshot; (photo/Lemhi County Jail) An Idaho judge has sent the criminal case against Ryan Lampers to district court, allowing prosecutors to move forward following Lampers’ September arrest and bond release, East Idaho News reported Tuesday. Lampers is a Montana-based hunting content creator who built a large online following through videos and social media under the name “StHealthy Hunter.” The ruling came after a preliminary hearing in early Jan. 2026, when the court found sufficient evidence for the charges to proceed in a case tied to alleged wildlife violations during the 2024 hunting season. Case Background and Arrest…

APEX Ammunition to Exhibit at 2026 SHOT Show Columbus, Miss. (January 13, 2026) – APEX Ammunition is excited to showcase its newest products at the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, January 20-23. Come by booth # 71104 in the Caesars Forum section, to meet with the APEX team and learn more about their award-winning lines of hard-hitting shotgun ammunition for Turkey, Waterfowl, Upland, and Predator hunting.  “APEX continues to invest heavily in securing critical materials and expanding our production capabilities so we can support our customers through the upcoming spring turkey season,” said Jason Lonsberry, President and CEO of…

Orofino, Idaho – January 14, 2026 – Nightforce Optics is pleased to announce the newest addition to our line of Rugged, Reliable, and Repeatable riflescopes. Introducing the NX6™, a lightweight and versatile family of riflescopes designed for hunters, tactical shooters, and competitors. The NX6™ was thoughtfully designed, meticulously developed, and rigorously tested to provide shooters with lightweight, easy-to-use riflescopes that live up to the Nightforce reliability standard. The NX6™ Family includes: NX6™ 1-6x24mm First & Second Focal Plane NX6™ 2-12x42mm First & Second Focal Plane NX6™ 3-18x50mm First & Second Focal Plane NX6™ 4-24x50mm Second Focal Plane NX6™ 5-30x56mm First…

Officially launching at SHOT Show 2026OTB Boots has announced the launch of the Pirata Series, a purpose-built footwear platform designed to meet the evolving needs of maritime and land-based operators. Engineered from direct operator feedback, the Pirata Series delivers significantly enhanced cushioning, traction, drainage, and load support compared to legacy maritime boots, while offering multiple configurations tailored to specific mission profiles. The Pirata Series consists of three models: Pirata Elite (OTB / subsurface), Pirata Mid, and Pirata Low. The Pirata Elite features an integrated knit collar inspired by the OTB Abyss Series that fully eliminates sand infiltration during subsurface and…

Whether it’s skiing, thru-hiking, hunting, or climbing, outdoor-focused groups and organizations touch every aspect of our experiences in nature. From access to permitting to education to safety, nonprofits, government agencies, and community networks impact it all. This wide-ranging influence also means these groups can produce profound change. With the government shutdown and budget cuts, many viewed 2025 as a tough year for public lands, and how they’ll fare in 2026 is yet to be seen. Here are the associations and organizations that will help shape the outdoors this year. Labor Unions More and more, employees in the outdoor industry have…