Author: Jack Bogart

Expert interview with Martin Bentz, CEO of Outlast Technologies Modern soldier systems are becoming more advanced, more protective and more complex. But with every additional layer of equipment, the microclimate close to the body becomes more critical. Heat build-up, perspiration, cold bridges and loss of comfort can all affect endurance, concentration and operational readiness. Outlast Technologies addresses this challenge with textile technologies designed to support thermal balance, comfort and performance in demanding environments: Outlast® Temperature Regulation and Aersulate® high-performance insulation. In this interview, Martin Bentz, CEO of Outlast Technologies, explains why thermal comfort is becoming an increasingly important factor in…

FirstSpear Friday Focus: Shadow Pack Not every mission looks like one. The FirstSpear SHADOW PACK was designed to offer a low-profile solution for carrying short rifles, sub-guns, or shotguns without advertising the fact. Its soft, non-tactical exterior blends into urban environments and plain-clothes operations where discretion isn’t a preference; it’s a requirement. Fully adjustable shoulder straps and a quick-release sternum strap keep the pack secure and allow for rapid removal when speed matters.  Feature Call-Outs: DISCREET, NON-TACTICAL EXTERIOR LIGHTWEIGHT, DURABLE CONSTRUCTION  QUICK-RELEASE STERNUM STRAP CARRIES SHORT RIFLES, SUB-GUNS, AND SHOTGUNS At its core, the SHADOW PACK combines lightweight, durable construction…

There’s a new model joining Jack Wolf’s Gateway series next week – the Stockman. The ergonomics and blade shape hew close to the core concepts of this historical pattern, but are rendered in the expected modern, but affordable, materials of the Jack Wolf Gateway series. The Stockman pattern earned its name from its original clientele. It began to circulate particularly among cattlemen, who appreciated having a compact cutting tool for long days on the farm or trail. Like many traditional knife patterns, a Stockman’s most recognizable feature is its handle design: a dogleg shape, and here on the Jack Wolf…

US Army Selects Four Contractors for Engineer Autonomous Breaching Capability to Automate Battlefield Breaching Operations DETROIT ARSENAL, Mich. – The Capability Program Executive Mission Autonomy announced today the selection of four companies for the Engineer Autonomous Breaching Capability (EABC) initiative, a key effort to modernize engineer support for Soldiers on the battlefield. This project will develop and prototype autonomous systems capable of rapidly breaching complex obstacles and minefields under direct observation and fire, minimizing personnel exposure and ensuring the safe passage of follow-on forces. The selected contractors will provide advanced robotic systems designed for beyond-line-of-sight autonomous control, directly enhancing the Army’s…

NATO Selects Saab’s GlobalEye At the NATO summit in Ankara, Türkiye, Secretary General Mark Rutte announced that NATO will begin formal negotiations with Saab regarding the acquisition of up to ten GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) systems.  At this point, Saab has not signed a contract or received an order related to the announcement. NATO has identified the need to replace its existing AEW&C capability as part of a broader effort to modernise and strengthen the Alliance’s surveillance and situational awareness capabilities. The announcement by the NATO Secretary General confirms that Saab’s GlobalEye is NATO’s chosen solution for…

Espoo, Finland – Savox Communications today announced a collaboration with Beechat Network Systems to evaluate interoperability between the Beechat Kaonic 1S next-generation secure mesh radio and the Savox MissionCore system. The collaboration aims to extend MissionCore’s ability to deliver resilient voice and data connectivity across mounted and dismounted operations. The companies have formalised the collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding. Savox MissionCore is an open and interoperable mission platform designed to modernise battlefield networks with limited disruption. Built on a software-defined, modular, IP-based architecture, it integrates voice, video, and data into a scalable C4ISR environment, helping defence forces connect existing…

Eat My Brains: The name of a legendary rock slab in the trail network of Rossland, British Columbia. It starts with a narrow, loose talus entrance into a 30-foot rock roll, down a naturally rusted gold-and-copper iron hat. Essentially, those minerals are embedded in a volcanic sedimentary ore that originally attracted prospectors to Monte Christo in the 1890s. As I entered the loose talus, the bike slightly lurched forward as the motor engaged in Turbo, making the technical entrance that much more difficult. I gently tapped the brakes and controlled the bike. I stabilized and composed myself as I rolled…

NEWINGTON, N.H., (July 9, 2026) – SIG SAUER, an industry-leading manufacturer of cutting-edge firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, and advanced concepts, recognized four Medal of Honor recipients for their sacrifice, service, and commitment and presented each soldier with a commemorative SIG SAUER pistol. At the SIG SAUER Experience Center in Epping, N.H., Master Sergeant Earl D. Plumlee, Staff Sergeant David G. Bellavia, Staff Sergeant Salvatore A. Giunta, and Staff Sergeant Ryan M. Pitts, received commemorative SIG SAUER M17 pistols. The SIG SAUER M17 and M18 are the official sidearms of America’s Armed Forces. Master Sergeant Plumlee, Staff Sergeant Bellavia, Staff Sergeant Giunta,…

When it comes to RVs and travel trailers, there is arguably no name more recognizable and beloved than Airstream. While many of us dream of hooking up a brand-new double-axle Airstream to our vehicle and hitting the road, not everyone has the six-figure budget to buy one or the full-size truck to actually pull it. That’s why Airstream is introducing a new 17-foot version of its World Traveler single-axle travel trailer, the 17RB, which it announced on Thursday. The World Traveler model sits between Airstream’s Bambi and Caravel models and offers a classic Airstream experience in a more accessible, easy-to-tow,…

By Clayton Walker Posted in #Gear Perhaps it’s a consequence of growing up in a consumerist society, but most of us become in some way conditioned to think that upon encountering any problem, our first and best course of action is to buy something to deal with it. Don’t get me wrong — a high-quality firearm and accessories are absolute musts for effective self-defense. However, they are not the only part of the equation. Where the shooting sports are concerned, the market is now filled with a number of admittedly excellent products that solve clear problems and…