Off the Grid

Rappelling skills rarely get the attention they deserve, yet sometimes the safest move is straight down. This article walks through a DIY micro rappel kit…

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…

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…

Cold months test more than gear. They strain mood, motivation, sleep, and connection. Licensed trauma therapist Tom Sarge explains why winter isolation hits so hard…

Chocolate gives more than comfort. It delivers quick heat through simple sugars, long-lasting fuel from fats, and a surprising range of nutrients. Explorers, soldiers, and…

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…

Holidays bring joy for some and heavy reflection for others. This issue looks at how to stay steady through a season that stirs up excitement,…

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…

An EMP wipes out power and order in seconds. Stathis El Greco’s 45 Miles of Hell follows one man’s trek across a fractured city ruled…

Check out what happened at CANCON Arizona 2025! We take a closer look at some exciting key event highlights.

Join Kyt Lyn Walken, renowned tracking expert, for a review of the Hill People Gear Recon Kit Bag.