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Eye for an Eye: Hurricane Preparedness & Survival

Preparation

Eye for an Eye: Hurricane Preparedness & Survival

Are you ready for the chaos that comes before, during, and after a hurricane? These steps can help you prep for a...

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Survival

Pain-Free Programming: Safely Train Through Injuries

Survival

Pain-Free Programming: Safely Train Through Injuries

So, you hurt yourself. It sucks, but you can’t afford to cease...

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Gear

RECOILweb: Concealed Carry Options for Running & Hiking

Gear

RECOILweb: Concealed Carry Options for Running & Hiking

In this article from CONCEALMENT Issue 11, we lay out several options...

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September 14, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Video: Why Do People Ignore Hurricane Warnings?

Author and disaster expert Robert Meyer shares some insight into why people choose to ignore hurricane warnings and refuse to evacuate.

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September 5, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Wrong Place, Wrong Time: Surviving a Coup D’état

Getting swept up in the political, civil, and financial turbulence of a coup d’état is no different than being in the path of a tornado.

August 29, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

New: Mora Floating Serrated Knife

The new Mora Floating Serrated Knife features a lightweight stainless blade and buoyant cork handle that prevents it from sinking.

August 23, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Practical Prepping from an Insurer's Perspective

We recently read an article published by USAA, titled "How Much Disaster Prep Should I Do In A “Safe” Zone?". It emphasizes the value of…

August 14, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Infographic: Cities That Never Sleep

The following infographic from Sleepopolis lists the top 100 cities with the highest percentage of residents who sleep less than 7 hours per night.

August 9, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Storm Preparedness Lessons from Hurricane Irma Responders

We asked two search and rescue experts about their experiences in the wake of Hurricane Irma, and discussed applications of these storm prepping lessons.

August 7, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Fire Suppression 101: Protect Your Home from Wildfires

Protecting your home from fire should go beyond the standard smoke alarms and fire extinguishers. Wildfires are swift, voracious, and devastating.

August 6, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Thomas Coyne Spotlight - Never Tell Me the Odds

After escaping an upbringing of extreme poverty and violence, Thomas Coyne set out to teach others how to overcome the struggles of survival.

August 4, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Which Martial Arts System is Right for You?

Learning self-defense (armed and unarmed) is highly recommended. But with so many types of martial arts out there, how does one go about finding a…

August 1, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

The Will to Drive On: Emergency Driving Skills

Our staff took a trip to Bondurant Racing School to learn first-hand from experts how to make the most of a vehicle in an emergency…

July 18, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Estimate Lightning Distance with the "Flash to Bang" Method

One easy way to gauge the proximity of a lightning strike is often referred to as the "flash to bang" method. This technique can help…

July 16, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

A Primer on Pocket Hatchets & Proper Technique

Pocket hatchets may be small in stature, but they make up for it in character. Compact, concealable, and multipurpose — these are valuable cutting tools.

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