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I’ve burned through over a dozen pairs of upland bird-hunting pants over the last 6 years. You really ask a lot from a set of chap-style pants like the Kings Camo XKG Field Pants. They need to be the most durable pants in your closet, capable of withstanding miles of briar patches, taking a beating from cattail sloughs, and protecting your legs from getting stabbed by thorns. Yet, because of the amount of hiking you’ll do in them, they also need to be breathable and comfortable for long days in the field. It’s such a tall order that I think…

Looking for a new iron or piece of kit to enhance the one you already own? Check out these 7 new bits of guns and gear to grow your firearms wish list.The New Guns And Gear:Henry Repeating Arms Mini Bolt Youth G2 RifleHenry’s Mini Bolt Youth G2 upgrades the classic single-shot .22 bolt-action for young shooters. The main improvement is an integrated feed ramp for smoother, easier loading. Weighing just 3.25 pounds, it features a stainless-steel barrel and receiver, both built for durability in camp and youth programs. The fiber-optic sights encourage confident shooting, while dual safeties—manual thumb safety and…

(Photo/Shutterstock) Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating a suspected fatal mountain lion attack on the Crosier Mountain Trail in unincorporated Larimer County. At around 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 1, hikers reported seeing a mountain lion near an adult woman lying unresponsive on the trail. When they approached, they scared off the animal by throwing rocks and found the woman without a pulse. Response and Search Wildlife officers, Larimer County Sheriff deputies, Estes Park police, and local firefighters responded and launched an extensive search for any mountain lions in the area. A CPW biologist assisting by air helped locate one…

If I asked you to think of what a flannel is, most would likely think of a soft, chunky cotton shirt with a bold plaid pattern. No snaps. No eccentric trim. No handcrafted embroidery. It’s a white Ford truck with heated seats. It’s not going to blow any doors off. It just “is.” Durable. Capable. Dependable. When conjuring up the image of the quintessential flannel — warm, lofty, durable — as often as not, a simple plaid shirt comes to mind. There is no other flannel that better epitomizes the tightrope walk between brushed twill, robust construction, and the flannel…

VKTR Industries, a manufacturer of premier AR-15 rifles and accessories, is proud to announce the next evolution of products designed and built in the heartland of America. The new line of Vanguard double stack 1911 handguns begins with the launch of the VKP Pro (Professional).  This handgun is designed out of the box for duty, defense, and everyday carry, while still providing excellent performance in a competition. The VKP is 100% wholly manufactured and assembled in the United States with all US sourced components. The gun will feature: Combat Trigger – The custom VKTR single-piece trigger sports a ~3.5lb pull with…

If your 2026 New Year’s resolution is to spend more time outside during the winter, this week’s Emerging Gear is for you. A bunch of brands put out fresh new gear to help you conquer the cold. Arc’teryx’s slick new trail runner with built-in gaiter promises to be snow-proof, and Ortovox innovated the classic hardshell by adding merino wool inserts. Fischer’s new Nordic ski boot should deliver all-day comfort with a unique two-pronged fit. To fuel all those adventures, reach for new caffeinated chocolate bars from COBA. Check all that out below, plus a new must-have gadget for the beach.…

In 1947, Bruce Hodgdon, a Navy veteran, got word the military was planning to dump 50,000 pounds of surplus gunpowder into the ocean following World War II. Bruce saw an opportunity: Instead of discarding gunpowder now that global conflict had ended, purchase the surplus and sell it to reloaders in America. Bruce cut through government red tape — something he and family would continue to do for decades — and purchased 25 tons of government surplus 4895. To advertise, Bruce rented a farm pasture and moved an old boxcar into it, took a photo and placed a 1-inch ad in…

This week, two lucky winners will receive a Seirus Heatwave Base Layer Set (top and bottom) of their choosing. The same warming tech in its glove liners is now available in four styles of baselayers designed for different conditions. The prize is valued up to $250, depending on the set. Learn more about the Serius Heatwave base layers below and enter to win a set. More on the Prize Package These baselayers all share the same innovative Heatwave Technology, which not only reflects body heat but also uses your movement to increase the heat. Seirus employed its Heatwave tech in…

By Clayton Walker Posted in #Gear It’s amazing how far the cutlery world has come in 30 years. I’ve mentioned before that manufacturers are currently in an arms race to give us better steels at progressively better prices, and the design of each new tool borders on the assiduous. Certainly, this describes Kershaw as much as any other manufacturer. However, one additional point worth considering is just how accessible good knives are in the current market. At one point, you had to know a guy who’d point you in the right direction, or maybe you’d send out for mail-order…

TACVALVE MODCAN Now Available in OD & Translucent Clear The TACVALVE MODCAN water container we previewed last August is available now in OD Green and “Natural” translucent clear. Manufactured with inherent antimicrobial properties thanks to the SERVOGARD antimicrobial and anti-fungal plastic, it accepts customer-suppled 38mm gas mask caps (such as the AVON 8465-01-529-9800). Squeezable for pressurized flow, the MODCAN also features a clear strip down the side called a Viewstrip, so you can see how much liquid is left inside. tacvalve.com This entry was posted on Friday, January 2nd, 2026 at 14:00 and is filed under Sustainment. You can follow…