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Large Tactical Folder Deathmatch
I generally gravitate towards larger knives. I have small hands for my size, but it’s all relative and a larger folder or fixed blade feels better in my hand than a smaller one. So, when I can legally...
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Deal Alert: LBX Tactical Sale
LBX Tactical is having a 30% off Post-Christmas sale. For those of you who own an Arc’teryx Khard pack, it’s worth noting that the sale includes the LBX line of Khard inserts. The MAP System is...
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Arc’teryx Khard 30 Project
I’ve owned the Arc’teryx Khard 30 for about a month now. I took advantage of a sale and grabbed one of the Black Limited Edition packs for a really good price (thanks Tactical Distributors). The...
View ArticleHill People Gear Longhouse Instructional Series
It’s been a while since I’ve visited the Hill brother’s YouTube Channel. Since then, they’ve started to add instruction videos. In their October newsletter, they described the rationale behind the...
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First Look: Triple Aught Design Azimuth Pack
I just got in the Triple Aught Design Azimuth Pack. I initially purchased the Black/Brindle version but quickly sold it and put in my order for the all black edition along with the Admin Panel 1....
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First Look: All-New 2017 Camelbak Urban Assault Pack
The Camelbak Urban Assault has been one of my favorite EDC packs ever since I reviewed it back in 2012. Now the company has released a follow-up. All-New Camelbak Urban Assault for 2017 The...
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First Look: Triple Aught Design Parallax Messenger Bag
TAD continues to release packs in Dimension Polyant VX ripstop. The latest is the Triple Aught Design Parallax Messenger Bag. The Parallax is 24.7L/1512 cubic inch messenger that includes some...
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First Look: Mystery Ranch Front Pack
Our friends in Bozeman have released a slew of new packs lately but none more intriguing to me than the Mystery Ranch Front. Mystery Ranch Front Pack Why? I’ve long obsessed over the 1DAP but it’s...
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Walther PPQ M2 Navy: German Precision
A couple of years ago, some of you may recall that I made a proclamation that I was prioritizing skills training over gear. Well, if I’m being honest, I didn’t follow through. Life got in the way....
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What Packs Are Your Keepers?
If you subscribe to this site then you’re probably as much of a gear whore as I am. A lot of gear comes and goes here at Loadedpocketz but certain packs have been mainstays in my collection. I’m not...
View ArticleHigh Threat Concealment
We have gear from High Threat Concealment incoming. More to follow. Stay tuned! In the meantime, here’s a video from HTC to give you a little preview… The post High Threat Concealment appeared...
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First Look: Prometheus Design Werx Solo Jacket 100C
The Prometheus Design Werx Solo Jacket is made from 10-ounce 100% Cotton Canvas treated with a DWR finish. It sort of reminds me of the TAD Rogue Jacket, but hopefully without all the shrink-to-fit...
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Oakley SI Ballistic Det Cord Sunglasses Review
I was looking for eye pro for outdoor shooting and recently picked up a pair of Oakley SI Ballistic Det Cord Sunglasses. Oakley SI Ballistic Det Cord Sunglasses with PRIZM TR22 Lenses The Det...
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Triple Aught Design Axiom 25 Being Released April 7th
TAD is releasing the third bag in their X-Pac line tomorrow. The Triple Aught Design Axiom 25 is a slick backpack design made from waterproof VX (X-Pac) sailcloth. Jordan Lam, a member of the TAD...
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Building your Own IFAK for Everyday Carry
Many municipality budgets are being stretched thin and First Responder services are being affected in ways that aren’t always made known to the general public. I was at my local range and I asked the...
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What I Learned from my Gunsite 250 Experience
Earlier this month, I spent a week at the legendary Gunsite Academy in Paulden, Arizona. I took their 250 Defensive Pistol otherwise known as “The Gunsite Experience”. My Gunsite 250 Class. They...
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Hill People Gear FrankenPack Review: Umlindi, Connor, and M2016
When I was a kid, I loved playing with Legos. I guess that’s why I dig this Hill People Gear kit. It’s like Legos for pack nerds. The Connor has been my day hiking pack for 18 months now. I...
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High Threat Concealment Vantage Holster Review
I’ve had a CCL here in the People’s Republic of Illinois ever since the law was passed and licenses were issued three years ago. It’s almost cliche, but In that amount of time, I’ve accumulated a draw...
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First Look: Triple Aught Design Spectre 34L Backpack
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard that Triple Aught Design has ventured into the outdoor pack realm with its launch of the Spectre series. The Spectre packs are designed to...
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First Look: Evergoods CPL24 and MPL30 Backpacks
I’ve come to the realization that I’m in a pretty major EDC pack rut. So, I’m currently curating a selection of new EDC packs to try. They won’t be from brands like TAD, GoRuck, Arc’teryx, Hill People...
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