Author: Jack Bogart

Quantum Systems and Airbus to Cooperate on Integration of Counter-UAS Interceptors on Military Helicopters The strategic cooperation combines Airbus Helicopters’ military platforms with Quantum Systems’ counter-UAS technologies to strengthen European sovereign defence capabilities and address emerging airborne threats. Berlin, 10 June 2026 – Airbus Helicopters and Quantum Systems have signed a cooperation agreement at ILA Berlin 2026 to jointly explore the integration of advanced counter-UAS (C-UAS) interceptors of Quantum Systems capabilities onto Airbus’ military helicopters, beginning with the multi-role H145M. This strategic partnership builds upon a shared commitment to enhancing Europe’s defence ecosystem and providing armed forces with agile, combat-ready solutions…

There’s nothing wrong with wanting your gear to be stylish as well as functional — and this week has plenty of gear that checks both boxes. Looking to add some color to your outdoor life? Then you’ll find sporty shades and trendy backpacks as well as sexy dive watches and intergalactic hiking shoes. Or maybe you’re the type that likes to keep things classy? Then look no further than knives from The James Brand, versatile apparel from Allover, and Topo Designs. Find all that and more right here in Emerging Gear. American Tall Camping Gear The online-only brand American Tall…

Black Diamond has a long history in touring and mountaineering gear, so it’s a relief to see the brand deliver that in the Recon Stretch Ski Bib. In my opinion, the defining trait of this bib design is its four-way stretch BD.dry fabric, which gives it a noticeably more forgiving feel than traditional hardshell bibs.  On long ski tours or bootpacks, the fabric’s flex, light weight, and mobility translate into less restriction and more comfort. And there’s far less noise than crinkly GORE-TEX fabric, which sounds like sandpaper against itself. In short: The Black Diamond Recon Stretch Ski Bibs ($479) sit squarely in the…

WASHINGTON, June 11, 2026 — Gallatin AI today announced it has been awarded a contract by the US Army’s III Armored Corps to deploy and refine Navigator, its AI-native logistics decision support suite, in direct support of III Corps exercises and operational planning over the next 18 months. The award addresses a capability gap at the corps echelon where Army ground combat units lack tools that enable sustainment decision support at the operational level of war. Under the agreement, Gallatin will deliver a tailored Logistics Common Operating Picture (LOGCOP); predictive consumption algorithms across all classes of supply; AI-assisted planning tools…

I got my Liberty Lincoln L-15 Deluxe model gun safe back in 1995 because I was a new father who had guns and ammunition in the house and a couple of just-ambulatory children. Anyone who has faced this problem probably worked through the process much like I did. The worst outcome wasn’t some bad guy getting in, though that would be plenty bad, of course. No, the worst outcome I could imagine was one of my kids getting a gun and ammo I left out and hurting themselves. So, secure storage was a requirement.The Liberty Lincoln safe before the drill…

Quality Control Manager Pooler, GA | Full-Time | Exempt Lead Quality. Drive Excellence. Protect the Mission. At Blue Force Gear, we don’t just manufacture products, we equip everyday heroes with the mindset, knowledge, and equipment they need to prevail when every second counts. We’re looking for an experienced Quality Control Manager who is passionate about building world-class quality systems, developing high-performing teams, and driving continuous improvement throughout our manufacturing operations. As our Quality Control Manager, you’ll serve as the organization’s quality leader, partnering with Production, Engineering, Product Development, Purchasing, and Executive Leadership to ensure our products consistently meet the highest…

The sound was abrupt. Rapid chittering shrieked inches away from my head. The small birds, locked in battle, divebombed past me. I looked up from the trail in surprise, and suddenly, the aspens were whirling. My concentration broken, I’d lost my footing and was falling fast toward the trail. I tucked and rolled, bashing my leg into a log on the way. I came to a rest on my back. Green leaves rustled 50 feet above me. White trunks of the aspens arced toward the cobalt sky. I lay still. My leg, shoulder, and hands ached. But all I could…

Galvion, a world leader in the design and manufacture of innovative head systems, power and data management solutions, and integrated soldier systems, will showcase the continued evolution of its Cortex™ architecture at Eurosatory 2026 (Hall 5A, Booth G391), featuring the introduction of the HALO configuration for its Cortex EVO™ system. First introduced at SOF Week 2025 as a new category of intelligent, headborne systems, Cortex established a framework for integrating power, data and processing at the operator level. Earlier this year, Galvion introduced Cortex EVO™, a deeply integrated architecture that combines protection, power, data and compute within a unified headborne…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More There is no season like summer to gift a multitool. Between graduations that benchmark the next stages in self-reliance, to forever-handy Father’s Day ideas for dad, the right multitool always makes a fitting present. Not to mention the longer days spent outdoors. They often equate to more needs on unexpected adventures, or at least more everyday projects around the house. Leatherman is leaning into the ideal timing with a promotion on its popular Wave+ and Rebar models, giving customers in the U.S. and Canada…

By Dan Abraham Posted in #Gear Have you ever had a handgun that you immediately loved the way it shoots, feels and carries? That is, beyond question, how I feel about the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro 9mm. In my many years with it, the Hellcat Pro has proven to be reliable and accurate — truly a premier carry pistol. With a 15-round, flush-fit magazine capacity and weight of just over 20 oz., this is a powerful and capable pistol ideal for every day carry (EDC). Add to that its Optical Sight Pistol (OSP) slide cut that accepts…