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If you aren't living under a rock, you know that in February of 2022, Russian forces invaded Ukraine. Since then, things have only escalated. The recent destruction of the Nord Stream pipelines has cut off one of the primary Russian income sources. At the same time, China is moving ever closer to an invasion of Taiwan. With diplomatic relations being stressed to their breaking points, it seems like some sort of larger conflict may be inevitable. Let's take a quick look at the likelihood …

So-called "tactical" vests (a.k.a. plate carriers) have a wide range of applications, not just law enforcement or combat. It's become very common for plate carriers to be used by civilians for protection, but also personal fitness. However, there are some significant differences in how you should go about setting up a tactical vest for protection vs a workout at your local CrossFit gym. A common question we're asked is if it is possible to have a single vest that can be used for fitness …

By: Rob Orgel, Emergency Response Tactical Getting in some range time in my new body armor kit requires some planning. What are some specific techniques I can work on as well as drills to incorporate into my tactical training with body armor? Gun Range Training Considerations  Training is something of a moving target. I believe most people are limited in what they know how to do and/or can do at their range. Training inside the "phone booth" at your local gun range is going to limit y …

Ten years ago, body armor wasn't a normal purchase. However, over the past decade, we've seen a very noticeable change in crime. Changes to bail laws and more lenient sentences have sparked a dramatic increase in violent crimes. Mass shootings are happening more often, and homicide is up 26% from 2010-2020. With crime on the rise, even in smaller cities, body armor is now a realistic consideration for many citizens who are concerned about the safety of themselves and their loved ones. I …

By: Rob Orgel, Emergency Response Tactical Let's first be clear on what we're preparing for. You are at a heavy disadvantage if someone is standing at the foot of your bed. Getting your side-arm on your nightstand may be possible, but there might not be many more options at that point. So let's train with a little bit more reality in mind. Early detection is your best advantage. This means when someone steps foot onto your driveway or property, you know about it and are alerted. If not …