Mar 04
For those of you who might be interested in acquiring a plate carrier in the near future, I give you a review / head to head competition of two popular brands. This post will be heavy on pictures (click to enlarge), bullet points and rather lengthy. Before I continue there are a few questions I …
Mar 01
You might have a sweet looking tactical kit sitting in your closet, maybe you’ve even worn it out on the flat range a few times. Yet how practical is it and have you truly field tested your equipment? If you really put your equipment through the paces flaws could become exposed which might change your …
Feb 28
Many of us have family members which walk about on 4 legs rather than two, and these critters will accompany us through thick and thin if T-SHTF. The simple fact is the our dogs, cats, and other pets are part of the family and we should prep for their needs as well as our own. …
Feb 27
By Ditch Doctor We all love to get a good bargain, and you can get bargains at a dollar store on some items. However if you are prepping for a disaster, you need to stay away from these things at a dollar store: 1. Batteries: I saw Panasonic and Sunbeam on the shelf and both …
Feb 25
By Chris We live comfortable lives, at a great remove from our distant ancestors who were content with a dry cave and a full stomach. In the event of an emergency or life-changing disaster we too will have three basic needs; food, shelter and warmth. In preparation for an apocalyptic crisis it is advisable to …
Feb 22
It’s often said that no foreign country would ever invade the United States because of all of the armed citizens in this nation willing to defend our homelands. While this might have been true during WW2, in 2013 things are very different. A foreign power no longer needs to go “mano y mano” with a …
Feb 21
By AJ Why should the average consumer choose to buy freeze dried foods? 1. Long Shelf Life – Freeze dried food has a much longer shelf life, making it ideal for emergency situations. These foods can be easily stored almost anywhere and at room temperature. Freezing or refrigeration is not necessary. 2. Easily Prepared – …
Feb 20
Regardless of whether or not there is a magazine in your weapon, is it loaded or unloaded? Is there a round in the chamber and are you 100% sure about that? Both valid questions when it comes to handling any weapon because we should always be aware of the status of our weapon. Those who …
Feb 19
The rule of three: 3 weeks without food, 3 days without water, 3 hours without sheltersand 3 minutes without air. If someone manages to meet any one of those criteria unfortunately that means they will probably be passing into the next life to meet their maker. In most SHTF situations air will still be abundant …
Feb 18
By Adeline We humans need food for proper nutrition. In times of crisis, access to a stable food supply is the key to continued survival. In the presence of natural disasters, human conflicts, climate change, and overpopulation, the threat of food shortages and total famine is not as far-fetched as it seems. Preparing long-term food supplies …
Feb 14
Here we are, two and a half months into 2013. Have you set any goals related to prepping and are you on the right path which will enable you to achieve them? Writing goals out onto a piece of paper and sticking them to your fridge might seem a little cheesy, but even a small …
Feb 13
by Lux If you think you may need a Faraday cage and you don’t want to spend too much time or money and you want it to look nice in your den or home office then this is the project for you. You can use your Faraday cage to store some of your electronic devices …
Feb 11
By Ditch Doctor The first step to prepare and protect your family from disaster is to first protect yourself. You can’t take care of your family and friends if you become a victim. Did you know that 2,150 Americans die each day from cardiovascular disease? You need to know the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment …
Feb 08
I hate to be the guy who says “back when I was a kid” but I’m going to do it anyway. Back when I was a kid: – I played Army, Cops and Robbers, Star Wars, and G.I. Joes. I pretended to “shoot” my friends many times over, and they did likewise to me. It …
Feb 07
I like Glock pistols, A LOT. I do own other brands but I find Glock to be the best combination of affordability, functionality and reliability. They are not in any way sexy but they get the job done. Like any true pistol owner I have a container full of holsters. Some were bought online, in …
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