A while back I wrote a post about cooking without power which was really just a list of ways to heat up food–dutch oven, fireplace, grill, etc. But what if your food needs more than just heating? What if the power is out and you want to use the blender, the mixer, the toaster, the waffle maker, the coffee pot, or one of the many other kitchen appliances we tend to take for granted? Fortunately, there are many non-electric alternatives. I suggest you start replacing your kitchen appliances with non-power versions and learn to use them. This way, if the…
A short road trip from Old San Juan and the Metro Area drops you into Puerto Rico’s vibrant northern coast, where rugged limestone cliffs blanketed in lush green vegetation form a distinctive karst playground.Here, adventurers can chase waterfalls, scale rock faces, duck into caves, and surf powerful Atlantic breaks before winding down with island flavors and a well-earned rest. Let’s explore how you can “live Boricua” in the colorful northern region of Puerto Rico. Manatí’s aquamarine water and impressive rock formations are awe-inspiring. Manatí There’s so much more to do in Puerto Rico than bathe on the beach all day.…
It’s easy to look at the gun control laws passed in another state and think, “Well, at least it doesn’t impact me.” I vehemently oppose what’s happened in California over the years, just as I vehemently oppose what’s happened in Virginia in 2026, but since it doesn’t affect me here in Georgia, it’s easy to let it go when the dust settles. The problems really get started when those terrible ideas don’t stay put, but are instead pushed onto the rest of the nation.In other words, remember reading about all of those new Virginia gun…
Police say the suspect unlawfully entered a private industry event before allegedly assaulting Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost and a second attendee.A man was arrested early Friday at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, after allegedly assaulting Florida Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost during a private industry event, according to Park City police.Police said officers responded just after midnight on Jan. 24 to a report of an assault at the High West Saloon, located at 703 Park Ave., where a private party was being held as part of Sundance festivities.According to a statement from the Park City Police Department, a…
Maxim Defense has announced a new lineup of firearms, including the SDX RFLX Pistol and SBR, designed for ultimate suppression. With an over-the-barrel style suppressor and the already precision manufacturing processes that Maxim Defense brings to the table, the SDX RFLX is both stout and silent. Maxim Defense SDX RFLX – Pistol and SBR The Maxim Defense SDX RFLX pistols (MSRP $3,695) and SBRs (MSRP $3,695) are chambered in 300 BLK with equivalent barrel lengths of 8.5”. You have colorway options of Arid and Black with your choice of either an SBA5 or Gen6 CQB pistol brace (for the pistols),…
Virginia is the epitome of a swing state, at least over the last few years. From far left Democrats to conservative Republicans and back again, the state seems to swing like an unlatched screen door in a hurricane. Now the state has gone from Glenn Youngkin to Abigail Spanberger, and with her comes a litany of anti-gun proposals that Democrats in the Old Dominion State have long wanted to implement.And as NRA executive director John Commerford notes, this marks a change in the Second Amendment in Virginia.Perhaps no state is more steeped in America’s constitutional…
The Tango Innovations FCS is an integrated 2–10x scope that combines a laser, IR illuminator, and onboard ballistic solver in one unit. It merges optic, ranging, and laser functions into a fairly compact system designed to reduce rail clutter. The FCS, or Fire Control System, targets shooters who want speed, data, and simplicity without stacking multiple devices. Instead of bridging accessories, everything lives inside a single housing. Tango built the FCS around a native 2–10x optic with 0.2 MRAD adjustments. The system integrates a miniaturized laser derived from the Fire 4000, and pairs it with an IR pointer and flood…
Roughly 48 hours after the fatal shooting of a Department of Veterans Affairs nurse by U.S. Border Patrol sparked larger protests across Minnesota, lawmakers, pundits and Americans of various political persuasion are commenting on whether current immigration policies are being facilitated as intended or if they have gone overboard.Details continue to emerge regarding the fatal shooting death of 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an intensive care unit (ICU) nurse at the VA in Minnesota, by one or more U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis, Minn. The Jan. 24 shooting, which was caught in different fragments by civilian bystanders and posted…
The price of silver is surging as the demand for physical metals ramps up. The United States Mint raised silver coin prices by 85% (from $91 to $169), anticipating silver could soon exceed $100/oz, reflecting institutional expectations of a historic price explosion. According to a report by Natural News, some global entities have attempted to depress the price of silver. Despite years of alleged manipulation by JP Morgan and China to artificially depress silver prices, the metal has broken through $30/oz, with spot prices now near $93.52, proving paper-market controls are collapsing as demand for physical silver surges. Silver Price…
In the waning light on a chilly Wyoming evening, I lowered my head to the ZEISS Conquest V4 4-16X44 Riflescope, took aim at a distant target, and fired. “GONG!” That’s a hit. I adjusted my elevation turret more and took aim at a 600-yard target. “GONG!” Another hit. I smiled and got up from my seat. After only a few shots with the loaner rifle and scope I was given for this hunt, I felt confident. I hadn’t missed a single target. Over the next few days, I’d have the opportunity to build that confidence further, chasing coyotes on the…
After a weekend that saw a number of Trump administration officials arguing that carrying guns to protests is illegal or suggesting that carrying two magazines is a sign of nefarious intent, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt on Monday reiterated President Donald Trump’s support for the Second Amendment during her daily briefing. .@PressSec: “@POTUS supports the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding American citizens—absolutely… while Americans have a constitutional right to bear Arms, Americans do not have a constitutional right to impede lawful immigration enforcement operations.” pic.twitter.com/RUTna6A0e5— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) January 26, 2026″The President supports the…
This year, Savage Arms focused less on flash and more on refinement. The headline update is the new Savage M110 AccuFit V2, which rolls stock changes, action updates, and trigger improvements into the broader Model 110 lineup. AccuFit V2 Stock Configurations Savage splits the AccuFit V2 into two configurations. The first is the Trophy Series, which offers length-of-pull adjustment only. Savage includes this version on hunting-oriented rifles like the Trailblazer, Trailblazer XP, 110 Ridge Hunter, and 110 Carbon Hunter. The goal is more adjustability and updated ergonomics. SEE ALSO: Savage Modernizes the Model 110 That redesign includes a more vertical…
Whether your military career lasted four or 44 years, whether you served stateside or did multiple deployments, whether you wore the uniform or you’re married to a veteran, the idea of work-life balance is certainly appealing.Over the 16 years I’ve worked in the military transition space, service members and military spouses have consistently expressed excitement at being able to finally have work-life balance, to prioritize family and social activities, to choose their new career path. They tell me that balancing their job and personal goals will help them feel more present and grounded.Then they ask, “So how do you actually…
The U.S. business community is challenging President Trump’s tariffs — and many outdoor brands are joining the ranks. More than 1,000 businesses have now filed lawsuits over Trump’s increased taxation of goods produced overseas, Forbes reported last week. Many U.S. companies rely on materials produced abroad, even if the products are ultimately assembled in the U.S. That has led to increased costs, which many brands have passed on to consumers by raising prices. Many CEOs told GearJunkie in 2025 that they were waiting and hoping for the situation to resolve itself. But as Trump’s tariffs continued into 2026, more companies…
Every year, the news feeds on Second Amendment-related topics get clogged with reports from various news outlets about how their state fared in Everytown’s annual grades. Did they get an “A,” an “F,” or something in between? It’s easy to just roll our eyes at this, but it’s also important to understand something about these grades: They’re nothing but propaganda.See, it’s not about how safe a state is, but what laws are in place.Everytown recently released its 2026 list, and I feel dumber just for reading the report. But I decided to take one for…
