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Review: Athos & Aerial Summer Apparel from 5.11 Tactical

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Review: Athos & Aerial Summer Apparel from 5.11 Tactical

5.11 Tactical has released an array of new summer apparel this year. We evaluated the Athos shorts and Aerial...

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Gear

Cooler Heads Will Prevail: Wide Brim Hat Buyer's Guide

Gear

Cooler Heads Will Prevail: Wide Brim Hat Buyer's Guide

Unlike a ball cap, a wide brim hat offers 360-degree protection for...

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Gear

Issue 26 Gear Up

Gear

Issue 26 Gear Up

Check out the Issue 26 edition of Gear Up for the latest survival...

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April 22, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Buyer's Guide: Boonie Hats

Boonie hats were first worn by Special Forces in the jungles of Vietnam, and they're ideal for the "boonies" -- that is, remote backcountry environments.

March 10, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Poll: What's Your Favorite Outdoor Headwear?

Do you wear a baseball cap, beanie, wide-brim hat, shemagh, or something else? Let us know your favorite type of outdoor headwear in this poll.

February 21, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

New: 5.11 Tactical Cascadia Jackets

5.11 Tactical recently released a new Cascadia windbreaker line, which is available for both men and women in either jacket or vest configuration.

February 7, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

New from SHOT 2018: Maxpedition Entity Backpacks

The discreet Maxpedition Entity line will launch with four backpacks, each built from gray 500-denier Kodra fabric. The packs are all CCW-compatible.

February 3, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

New: Wiley X Impact-Rated Aviator Sunglasses

Wiley X has released a line of new-for-2018 aviator sunglasses in two styles: traditional oval-shaped Hayden and squared-off Klein. Both are impact-rated.

January 7, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Buyer's Guide: Grayman Shoes

These six grayman shoes offer a compromise between tough hiking boots and casual sneakers, with designs that won't look out of place in urban settings.

December 31, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Reader's Tip: Insulated Outerwear For Winter Driving Survival

A reader shared the details of the insulated outerwear he carries in his vehicle during the winter. It can help keep you warm, dry, and…

December 22, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Pinhole Glasses: Improvised Corrective Eyewear for SHTF

Improvised pinhole glasses can give you a fall-back option in case your glasses or contacts are lost, broken, or inaccessible during an emergency.

November 15, 2017 :: By Andrew Schrader

Choosing Socks for Long-Range Comfort

We spoke briefly with John Ramsey, Director of Sock Development for Smartwool, to help understand the considerations required when choosing a pair of socks.