Author: Jack Bogart

PARIS — Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll called for faster acquisition, stronger interoperability and closer cooperation with allies and partners during a statement of intent signing ceremony held June 16, during the second day of Eurosatory 2026. The agreement is intended to expand the Uncrewed Aircraft System Marketplace granting allies and partners access to counter-drone capabilities that have been proven on today’s battlefields. The ceremony brought together U.S. Army leaders and representatives from NATO Allies including Sweden, Denmark, Norway, France, Poland, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Italy and Lithuania to address one of the most urgent challenges facing modern…

Strapping in at the top of 1,500 feet of untouched powder, my heart began to race. Below my feet was the 162W Salomon Highpath. Today was one of the rare days for me to be riding a solid board in the backcountry.  I was out in one of the few easier snowmobile-accessible areas in my area, having just been dropped off at the top. The line below me wasn’t the longest. The snow depth was only a few inches. But during one of the worst snowpacks on Colorado’s record, I was incredibly excited for those few inches of untouched fresh powder paired…

Living next to a ski resort is the dream, but a luxury not many can afford. I recently moved down the valley from Crested Butte to Gunnison. Now, instead of a quick bus ride from my house to the lifts, I join the masses of skiers who commute at highway speeds between home and the mountain. So this winter season, I put hundreds and hundreds of miles on testing the Thule SnowPack M ski rack for my ski resort commute.  My drive is short, roughly 40 minutes, with most at highway speeds. Since I’m now commuting more, I also purchased a more fuel-efficient,…

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department customers may want to check their accounts and lock down their credit after a breach tied to the agency’s hunting and fishing license system. TPWD said Texas Cyber Command detected the breach, which involved the third-party vendor that handles hunting and fishing license sales for the department. More than 3 million customers may have had personal information exposed. The Breach The breach involved TPWD’s license sales system vendor, not an internal TPWD system, according to the department. TPWD said an unauthorized actor may have accessed customer profile information connected to hunting and fishing license purchases.…

Sleeping bag insulation typically comes in two forms: down or synthetic — each with its own advantages. Both, however, are static insulators, meaning they don’t adapt to changing temperatures. Recently, Graphene-X launched a new sleeping bag on Kickstarter that uses “Weather Adaptive Insulation” (WAI), which it claims can “think for itself” and acclimatize to warmer or cooler temperatures. The technology has already won the brand an ISPO award for its insulated jackets — now, it’s applying it to the Tardigrade Sleeping Bag. Beyond the insulation, the Graphene-X Tardigrade Sleeping Bag offers several other convenient design features. It comes in two temperature ranges…

RTS Tactical Receives US Patent, Raising the Standard for Ballistic Shield Protection U.S. Patent No. 12,624,927 Recognizes RTS Tactical’s Innovative Boltless Viewport Assembly for Ballistic Shields RTS Tactical, a leading manufacturer of body armor and tactical gear solutions for our men and women in uniform, announced that it has been awarded another U.S. Patent for its Boltless Viewport for a Ballistic Shield. Designed to address longstanding challenges associated with traditional Ballistic Shield Glass viewport construction, the patented system reflects RTS Tactical’s mission to Raise The Standard for modern body armor. Traditional ballistic shield viewports typically rely on bolts or adhesive systems…

When the midday heat hits, my first instinct is to ditch my long sleeves — but my sunburn-prone skin won’t allow it. That tension is exactly what made the Outdoor Research Echo Hoodie ($79) so impressive. I tested it over a full year, from standup paddleboarding the Snake River and spring ski tours in the Tetons to bear-viewing trips in Alaska. Plenty of sun hoodies protect well. Fewer feel this light, soft, and easy to leave on all day. The Echo isn’t the burliest or most protective shirt I’ve tested. It still became my top choice for moving hard, sweating…

Written By Sean Murphy and David Lane BEST PRECISION RIFLE SUPPORT BAG Rear bags for long-range shooting have become a must-have to help deliver hits down range. A rear bag is a low-tech and relatively low-cost solution that offers many benefits to precision rifle shooters — mainly the ability to stabilize the rear of the rifle, leading to greater accuracy and precision. While shooting bags come in many shapes and sizes, they all cushion either the rear of the rifle or under the forend, filling the space between the stock and ground or obstacle. Instead of having to hold and…

Knoxville, TN and Semily, Czech Republic — Qore Performance, Inc., the inventors of the ICEAGE ECOSYSTEM of thermoregulation and hydration technologies, is proud to announce Rigad as an authorized dealer for the Czech Republic. This partnership provides Czech military, law enforcement, and outdoor professionals with direct, local access to Qore Performance tools, which are purpose-built to increase the work capacity and survivability at war and at work. Since 2011, Rigad has operated as a leading supplier of top-tier tactical clothing, outdoor equipment, and military gear. Known for rigorous internal selection standards and a commitment to carrying only proven, reliable brands,…

Harris Aerial Officially Joins the Blue UAS Cleared List We’re proud to announce our official addition to the Blue UAS Cleared List. This validates our strict NDAA compliance, cybersecurity standards, and American manufacturing of heavy-lift hybrid and electric drones. Built in Orlando, FL, ready for defense, public safety, utilities, forestry, surveying, and critical infrastructure missions. Platforms Added: Carrier H6 Hybrid EFI Carrier H6 Electric Carrier H6 Heavy-Lift Official Blue List Link: bluelist.appsplatformportals.us/UAS-Cleared-List Let’s connect for demos and program support: [email protected] www.harrisaerial.com This entry was posted on Monday, June 22nd, 2026 at 16:00 and is filed under Drone. You can follow…