Learn how to build an effective Get Home Bag for winter conditions, balancing essential gear and weight for safety.

Old ammo cans are the Tupperware of the emergency preparedness world. Although they were originally intended to carry loose ammunition or machine gun belts,...

Auxiliary Manufacturing took the iconic Pocket Bowie and rebuilt it as a compact folder without losing the design elements fans loved. This review examines the M390 blade, titanium handle, frame lock, flipper deployment, ergonomics, and real-world performance. It is a capable EDC knife with discreet defensive potential and a standout debut in Auxiliary’s growing lineup.

Backpack design rarely changes anymore, which made Skili Gear an unexpected surprise. Built from years of field-driven prototypes, the Ghost and Phantom packs blend drag-bag function with backpack comfort. This review covers construction, carry options, rifle retention, on-range performance, and the features that set these packs apart from traditional scabbard rigs.

Venturing out at the peak of the winter season can bring many challenges that we do not encounter in warmer conditions. Freezing temperatures bring...

At first glance, the training near Vero Beach, Florida, looked like a straightforward tactical course. It was hosted by Gorilla Ammunition, a company better...

Travel is easier than ever, but safety is not guaranteed. Former Marine Scout Sniper and FBI Special Agent Phillip Irizarry outlines the practical steps that protect travelers abroad. From medical prep and insurance checks to situational awareness, decoy wallets, intel gathering, threat avoidance, and what to do if detained, this guide gives you the mindset and tools to move confidently in unfamiliar places — and make it hard for anyone to hurt you.

A home-invasion gunfight is more than a physical confrontation. It is a surge of neurological and biological reactions that reshape perception, distort time, alter motor skills, and drive split-second choices. This piece breaks down the science behind fight-or-flight responses, sensory changes, stress-fire performance, decision biases, and the emotional aftermath that follows. Understanding the body’s emergency systems is a critical part of responsible home-defense preparation.

It's time for another round of Offgrid Adventures! join us for a look at the peaks of Smith Rock in Oregon and abandoned mines in Connecticut

Reuben Bolieu gets back to humanities ancient roots with stone age cooking methods that will have you surviving the wilderness like a caveman

Doctor David Miller introduces some of the most common medicinal plants found in the United States to treat common injuries.

What If America was fragmented? A look at this hypothetical scenario from perspectives of a former Government Contractor and a Combat Medic.

Modern humans often take for granted the sheer amount of resources we acquire from a forest. If you’re living in a constructed home, chances...

Last year, we built a 410-gauge shotgun from a kit and a lot of pipe fittings for our sister magazine RECOIL OFFGRID. One thing...

I ask because I am not. Period. Full-stop. As the editor of a survival magazine, it’s a bit of a skeleton in my closet...

Premise: Initially living a sedentary life in the United States, Greg Ellifritz got the travel bug late in life and couldn’t get enough of...

The Morimoto Gen 2 4Runner tail lights feature a sleek LED running light, sequential turn signal, and brighter reverse light.

We took a look at the Hazard 4 Headliners during SHOT Show 2024, including its specs and storage capabilities.

In addition to the raw gas prices and 2022-adjusted prices, this infographic includes some markers for major historical events.

With the long anticipated release of the Tesla Cybertruck, will we see a paradigm shift in electric trucks, or is this a one hit wonder?