Enforce Tac & IWA 2025 – M-TAC In support of Ukraine, this article is full access and not behind the Patreon paywall. M-Tac was present at both shows as well: Enforce Tac and IWA. However, they changed the size of their stand slightly and had more items on display at IWA. The Polish/Ukrainian company has […]
Review: Nitecore – EDC33 Introduction With the EDC33 Nitecore not only introduced a new flashlight for the everyday carry market, but also some new approaches to the concept of flashlights. Be it a built-in battery or a combination of spot- and floodlight, there are plenty of features to talk about and look at. Thanks to […]
Review: Pitchfork Systems – Vodnik Softshell Introduction Until now, I hadn’t had a chance to look at Pitchfork Systems, but what better start than by writing about one of their jackets, the Vodnik softshell? Decent jackets for dynamic movements are always interesting for those employed in more active environments. And with so many companies offering […]
Video: Tasmanian Tiger – TT Modular Tac Pack 28 One of the new items for 2023 by Tasmanian Tiger – the TT Modular Tac Pack 28. This one is even bigger than the TT Modular Daypack and brings more options to the market. I am using it during my daily commtes at the moment and […]
Review: Tasmanian Tiger – TT Sentinel 28 and TT Sentinel 40 Introduction The TT Sentinel backpacks made their first appearance during IWA ‘22 and are finally hitting the market. As I already had the chance to take a closer look at both the TT Sentinel 28 as well as the TT Sentinel 40, I want […]
Field Test: PenCott Metropolis – an update Introduction It has been several years since I last wrote about PenCott Metropolis. In my initial field test, I introduced the prototypes of said pattern, which were displayed during IWA 2017. Since then a lot has happened with it. While PenCott Wildwood gained more interest, as it is […]
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Review: Tasmanian Tiger – TT Maine M’s Jacket Introduction Tasmanian Tiger is usually known for its backpacks, bags and tactical equipment. With the TT Maine M’s jacket, the company is also offering a very practical and no-nonsense softshell jacket. I received the jacket last year in late summer and had the chance to put it […]
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Review: Tasmanian Tiger – TT Companion 30 Introduction With the TT Companion 30, Tasmanian Tiger introduced a lightweight daypack in the 30l range to the market for 2022. Combining some of the typical features of TT with a less is more approach, the pack features an interesting option for everyday carry, short trips or even […]
