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Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More For nearly 2 decades, Kiprun has been gaining fans as the dedicated, in-house running line of French sporting goods retailer Decathlon. The farther you travel from France, however, the less likely you are to have heard of the brand named for the frequent marathon cheer to “Keep Running.”  Now the athlete-engineered shoes that benefit from Decathlon’s backing will finally be available in the U.S. American runners can experience this beloved shoe line that’s dedicated to making a better product — packed with premium performance…

ANKARA, Türkiye, July 7, 2026 – During the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum, Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and Rheinmetall announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that addresses the immediate demand for locally produced munitions in Europe. With the support of the United States and German governments, the agreement marks the next step toward establishing a joint venture to create the first European centre of excellence for the manufacturing, integration and distribution of ATACMS across NATO and allied European forces. “This partnership marks a watershed moment for European security and allied industrial cooperation. By combining Lockheed Martin’s unmatched…

Bear-safe storage is an absolute necessity when headed into certain parts of the backcountry, but as someone who doesn’t go into bear country much, my primary concern on backpacking trips is always rodents and other critters. There’s nothing worse than waking up to find that a squirrel has gotten into your food bag and made off with your precious snacks. Classic bear canisters provide protection from both bears and critters, but they’re heavy, bulky, and take up way too much valuable space in packs. Luckily, there’s a new solution on the market. Adotec recently released a soft-sided food storage bag…

A modern refinement of the Vietnam-era RECCE boonie. Custom-milled 2-way stretch NYCO+ Ripstop. Bug-proof NoSeeUm mesh liner. Made in Vietnam, the country where the boonie hat was born. San Francisco, CA — July 8, 2026 — Prometheus Design Werx announces the Apex Boonie Hat, a modern interpretation of a Vietnam-era field classic built on the RECCE short brim, a custom-milled 2-way stretch NYCO+ Ripstop shell, a bug-proof NoSeeUm mesh liner, and a cinching crown fit system. It’s available now for $59.00 USD, available in three colorways: Universal Field Gray, All Terrain Brown, and Ranger Green. FROM THE JUNGLES OF VIETNAM…

Civivi has inaugurated a new series into their lineup, called Civivi Elite. As you have probably gleaned from the name, the Elite models are made from higher-end materials than pieces in the standard Civivi line. The Brova is the first Elite model and thus will function as a statement piece for the entire series. The Elite models target a niche between Civivi and We Knife Co. – and, unless We goes for a super premium, mid-techish level, helps the We Knife Co. family hit every major price point in the production scene. Sencut provides entry level models exclusively; Civivi normally…

XS Sights Introduces R3D 2.0 Sights for PSA’s Dagger Micro Pistol Fort Worth, Texas (July 7, 2026) – XS® Sights R3D 2.0 night sights are now available for Palmetto State Armory’s Dagger Micro Pistol. Designed for self-defense, the R3D 2.0 improves target acquisition speed and accuracy in any light, taking the performance of your Dagger Micro to a new level. A traditional, 3-dot notch and post sight, the R3D 2.0 has two rear tritium dots while the front sight features a self-luminous tritium lamp surrounded by XS’s proprietary Glow Dot ring. The Glow Dot is available in green or orange…

Battle Horse Knives is rapidly approaching its 15th year in the business – and it’s been quite a journey to get to this point, with transformations, highs, and lows all coming together to form the BHK saga. The Battle Horse story actually begins with the Blind Horse story – and that story begins all the way back in 2000, when eventual Battle Horse co-founder Dan Coppins and a buddy started making knives. “R.W. Wilson played a big role in teaching them,” says Alicia McQuain, Dan’s daughter. “They went to their first Atlanta Blade show and did so well that they…

Outdoor pros need gear that prepares them for whatever challenges the day might bring. As a part of the Ranger series, the Victorinox Ranger 79 M Grip is engineered precisely for this reality. With rugged capability backed by professional testing, this Swiss-made multi-tool combines heavy-duty construction with the functionality required for serious day-to-day work in the forest or the workshop. Whether you are clearing an overhanging branch on a trail or cutting a piece of dowel for a backyard project, the Victorinox Ranger 79 M Grip centers on a large, locking blade designed for immediate deployment. An integrated thumb hole…

TacJobs – HUMINT at DIA Some intelligence can’t be gathered by sensors…it requires human connection. The Defense Intelligence Agency is recruiting entry-level Human Intelligence Officers. By collecting critical source insights on foreign defense infrastructure, adversary military intent, and emerging threats, you’ll help protect U.S. forces worldwide and prevent strategic surprise. Apply by July 12 www.dia.mil/dia-careers This entry was posted on Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 at 16:00 and is filed under Admin, TacJobs. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can skip to the end and leave a response. Pinging is currently not allowed.…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Travel trailers are, with a very few exceptions, a variation on a theme. It’s a box, usually made of wood and fiberglass, mounted on a wheeled frame of some kind with a tow hitch at the front. It works because they’re relatively simple to design and produce, and are made of affordable materials. What if there were a different way of doing it, though? LIV Travel Trailers thinks there is. Called the E-Leaf, it was introduced in June, and it involves a whole lot…