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The $1 Pack Pattern Download Interested in a DIY project? Then this pack pattern is perfect for you. Meet the (almost) free $1.00 download Whiskey Two-Four Backpack 36 Developer’s Pattern. Whiskey Two Four Backpack 36 Developer’s Pattern. Approx 11″ x 20″ main compartment. Volume will be determined by your chosen depth. This is a PDF vector drawing. It is your responsibility to have the necessary software and understanding to convert this PDF to a usable medium for your application. You will need to figure a few things out like where to split the zipper panel base on your preference. You’ll…

I use my dad and his group of fishing buddies as a litmus test for what fly fishing gear I recommend. Those dudes are hardcore. They hold weekly fly-tying sessions, own multiple boats, and travel across the West together, fishing some of the most storied trout waters. Heck, one of them spends months living out of a trailer on the ‘Mo. And not a single one of them is part of the fly fishing industry. It’s all for the love of the game. That’s what makes them such good assessors of what gear is worth it, and what isn’t. It’s…

Successful integration test of iRX-100 missile with Arnold Defense launcher  Missile reached Mach 2 and ~6 km range during flight demonstration  Programme targets scalable counter-UAS capability compatible with existing launch platforms  (HAPPUAGE, NY, March 10, 2026) — iRocket announced today the successful completion of the iRX-100 test using a launcher provided by Arnold Defense. The demonstration validated launcher integration and system performance, marking a significant milestone: the missile successfully reached Mach 2, traveled approximately 6 km, and is now fully qualified for use with Arnold Defense’s launcher system.  The test supports iRocket’s efforts to deliver a scalable, production-ready capability for…

A road-worthy motorcycle glove does more than shield skin from bugs, heat, and asphalt. It feels like a second skin — pre-curved for a natural grip and armored without sacrificing the dexterity needed to feather a clutch. Whether you’re chasing routes in the waterproof Alpinestars Bogota Drystar XF Gloves or venting heat on technical trails with the KLIM Dakar Pro, we’ve spent hundreds of miles in the rain, heat, and highway wind to find the pairs that actually hold up when the ride gets real. Read on for our top picks. Editor’s Note: We updated our Motorcycle Gloves buyer’s guide on March…

By Clayton Walker Posted in #Skills You have a well-made, high-quality defensive handgun. You have bought the best defensive rounds available and made sure they run in your pistol. You have a sound EDC rig that allows you to quickly and safely present your firearm, and you have trained to do it effectively. You are set, right? However, you simply cannot seem to consistently hit with the groups you think you should. Despite the frequency with which it arises in the shooting sports, there’s a phrase that causes many experts to raise a suspicious eyebrow: “I think the…

Whiskey & War Stories – “Objective Rock Creek” – This Weekend in Va Beach The Silent Warrior Foundation will be holding its 10th Annual Whiskey & War Stories™ Gala Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 5-10 pm in the Seaside Ballroom at the Marriot Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort. The event consists of a cocktail hour, dinner, auction and presentation of the hostage rescue mission “Objective Rock Creek”, the rescue of American Roy Hallums in Iraq in 2005. The details of Roy’s kidnapping, captivity and liberation were chronicled in his book “Buried Alive”. Roy Hallums and Dan O’Shea will be onstage to…

We’ve got plenty of options for carrying ride essentials, but mountain bike hip packs remain one of the most practical. Tools, tubes, water, food, layers, first aid, keys, and even your phone all need a place to live on the trail. A hip pack keeps everything organized and within reach without the bulk of a full backpack. Modern hip packs have evolved into purpose-built gear for mountain bikers, from the top-rated Evoc Hip Pack Pro 3 to the budget-friendly Dirt Roamer Bike Waist Pack 3L with options for hydration bladders or bottles, minimalist tool carry, or hauling extra layers and…

Reptilia has announced the release of the ROF™-90 for ACRO / MPS (36mm) alongside the introduction of the 6-Slot RMU™ Mount in Flat Dark Earth (FDE), expanding the company’s lineup of precision optic mounting solutions. The ROF-90 is a purpose-built mounting interface designed to integrate a compact red dot directly into a magnified optic setup. Positioned at the 12 o’clock orientation relative to the primary optic, the ROF-90 allows shooters to instantly transition to a secondary sighting system while maintaining a streamlined, mission-focused optic layout. Developed in response to end-user demand, the ROF-90 supports the Aimpoint ACRO P1, Aimpoint ACRO…

Five-year agreement will provide JIOP with commercial range services at the Oak Grove Test & Training Center in Hoffman, NC. RALEIGH, N.C., March 10, 2026 — Oak Grove Technologies (OGT) today announces it has been awarded a five-year contract by the Lieutenant General Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost (JIOP) for the use of their multi-domain Test & Training Center in Hoffman, NC. Under the agreement, OGT will provide commercial range services, realistic training environments, and associated subject matter expertise in support of the U.S. Army’s Joint Innovation Outpost and other authorized Government users. JIOP operates as a collaborative center that links tactical…

Smith & Wesson has just added the Equalizer to its Carry Comp series.Integrated compensators on pistols are so hot right now, and for good reason. They make it much easier to make good hits, especially when shooting small, micro-compact pistols like the Smith & Wesson Equalizer. That’s why it’s great news that the company has just made a Performance Center Carry Comp version of it.The Equalizer is Smith & Wesson’s most user-friendly, easy-to-use 9mm carry pistol, and now it’s even easier to shoot well thanks to its Performance Center and Carry Comp upgrades. As a Carry Comp pistol, the new…