Author: Jack Bogart

We sat down with Griffin Armament’s Marketing Director, Benjamin Kubek, to talk about the company, the industry and suppressors.LH: It’s obvious that Griffin Armament is more than just another manufacturer trying to hop on the suppressor and AR bandwagon. How do you differentiate your brand in the marketplace?BK: Griffin Armament is the manifestation of the American Dream, and we’ve been in business for more than 20 years. Our focus has always been suppressors, but we have been manufacturing our MK1 Rifles in-house for over 10 years, and our full-ambi line of MK2s for around 3 years. In short, we are…

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. – U.S. Strategic Command’s Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Center is launching ETHEREAL FORGE, a new initiative designed to accelerate the deployment of advanced electromagnetic warfare capabilities and strengthen operational effectiveness in the electromagnetic spectrum  Through this effort, the JEC is conducting rapid, iterative testing and evaluation of software-centric systems to meet operational requirements. Congressionally-funded, ETHEREAL FORGE supports the United States and its allies in maintaining a technological edge by focusing on Modular Open Systems Approach compatible systems. MOSA is a “plug-and-play” design approach that allows the Department of War to upgrade systems quickly and more…

We have a few extra-cool gear releases this week aimed squarely at women who love getting outside. That includes a trail shoe inspired by the growing outdoor collective GorpGirls, an ultralight fleece from women’s hiking brand Hikerkind, linen running shirts, and aviator sunglasses named after Ella Fitzgerald (it’s not clear why). But that’s not all, outdoor lovers. Gear utilitarians will like the chef-focused backpack and Gossamer Gear’s latest tent innovation, while fashionable athletes will appreciate Snoopy apparel from Topo Designs and blinged-out watches from G-SHOCK. Find all that and more right here in Emerging Gear. Chef Backpack Outdoor chefs will…

Stop Overthinking Your Emergency KitIf you’ve spent more than ten minutes on any prepper forum or survival YouTube channel, you’ve probably encountered the endless debate: Bug Out Bag vs. Get Home Bag vs. EDC vs. INCH Bag. Every acronym comes with its own gear list, its own philosophy, and its own army of passionate advocates ready to tell you exactly why you’re doing it wrong.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0i7knkULfQHere’s the truth that most of those conversations miss: the average person doesn’t need a perfectly categorized, label-coded bag system. What they need is a practical, ready-to-go kit that actually fits their life, their vehicle, and…

Some of the rarest plants and wildlife in the U.S. may soon have their genetic material stored for future recovery work. The Department of the Interior announced on June 25 that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has signed a memorandum of understanding with Colossal Biosciences, a Texas-based biotechnology company known for its work on de-extinction. The agreement focuses on biobanking, genomic science, and the preservation of the genetic diversity of species protected under the Endangered Species Act. Colossal is no stranger to flashy conservation science. The company grabbed headlines after announcing it had created genetically edited gray wolves with…

Avon Technologies Announces NG IHPS Delivery Orders Avon Technologies plc is pleased to confirm that Team Wendy Ceradyne has received delivery orders totalling over $40m from the US Army (ACC) and Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) under the Next Generation Integrated Head Protection System (NG-IHPS) helmet contract, which was previously awarded in September 2021. Jos Sclater, Chief Executive Officer, commented: “Securing the highest share of both DLA and ACC delivery orders against competition is a strong endorsement of Team Wendy’s product performance and improving operational execution. These awards build our order book and provide important long-term visibility, underpinning our confidence in the…

As the sun rose over Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, I ran at a comfortable pace, taking in the morning air and varying shades of green. Cruising the asphalt ribbon of Winchester, Virginia’s Green Circle path, my pace was 9:15/mile, with a Zone 2 heart rate of 127. Then I stepped on the gas. Across 100 yards, that 9:15 pace progressed to 8:42, 7:23, 6:45, before settling at 6:25. My shoes bounced off the pavement, the midsole springing from stride to stride, and the lightweight build encouraged ever-faster turnover. Was I running or flying? Maybe a little of both. It’s a sensation…

Minneapolis – June 24, 2026 – The United States Marine Corps (USMC) has placed its first delivery order to Polaris Government and Defense on the new Ultra-Light Tactical Vehicle (ULTV) contract, ordering more than 70 MRZR Alphas and numerous accessories vital to mission success. More than half the vehicles ordered were the new 5kW export power variant and the remaining were the standard, 1kW version – all are green, four-seat vehicles. Polaris accessories included in the order have been commonly incorporated on MRZR Alpha ULTVs for the Marines and include: Roof Kit – reversible roof kit with multicam-patterned camouflage on one…

I kept reaching for the Delta on cold starts that turned into sweaty climbs. That’s exactly where the Arc’teryx Delta Jacket ($200) makes the most sense. It’s a light, fitted, highly breathable fleece that manages temperature swings during high-output activities. I tested the Delta for more than a year on at least 30 outings in the Tetons. Across steep climbs, windy ridgelines, and start-stop transitions, it proved to be one of the most efficient midlayers I’ve worn. I needed just enough warmth without trapping excess heat, and this jacket delivered. In short: The Arc’teryx Delta Jacket is a lightweight, trim-fitting…

7Forge Knives, the shop that began as an 8th grade science experiment but has grown into a full-scale custom and semi-production outfit, co-founded by Forged in Fire winner Jessie Wipperman, has moved in exciting new directions since the last time talked to them in 2024. One of the most difficult challenges for any growing knife shop to handle is incorporating a production element into their output. 7Forge co-founder Tim Ogg told us about plans for production projects, and since then a significant amount of headway has been made in that direction. “Growing production has been fantastic for increasing the amount…