GEAR & PRODUCT TESTING
ALICE LBE VS BRITISH PLCE “BELT KIT”: US VS UK FROM A HEAVY-USE PERSPECTIVE
The ALICE and British PLCE have been famous in their militaries. However, only the PLCE is still widely used and favored by infantry today. There may be a good reason for this.
CANTEENS: TIMELESS OR ANCIENT?
Canteens are an old way to carry water in the military. The US military mostly uses hydration bladders now. But does that mean canteens are useless for us?
LBV88E: STILL RELEVANT?
The LBV88E (Enhanced) is the system I used to learn Combat Marksmanship in boot camp. I practiced fast reloads wearing this with old flak jackets. Does this old tactical Load Bearing Vest still work well?
COMBAT TOURNIQUETS: WHICH STOPS THE BLEED BEST?
Being skilled in Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) is as important as shooting and fighting. The saying goes, "If you can make a wound, you should know how to stop the bleeding." During the early Global War On Terror, the main preventable cause of death was severe bleeding from limbs. This can be stopped by using a strong, easy-to-use tourniquet.
NON-MODULAR TACTICAL VESTS: DESIGNED BY/FOR WARRIORS
Non-modular tactical vests were popular from the late 80s to early 2000s. They are less popular now but still useful and affordable for the layman.
GETTING STARTED WITH TACTICAL GEAR
When buying tactical gear for training the first time, avoid choosing stuff just to look cool. Focus on gear that works well and helps you do the job efficiently.