Supreme Court Says Geofence Location Sweeps Count as Fourth Amendment Searches
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday ruled that law enforcement’s use of geofence warrants is subject to Fourth Amendment pr...
The Tactical Gear Blog
How to Set Up a Plate Carrier: Step-by-Step Guide for Operators
A plate carrier is only as effective as its setup. An incorrectly fitted carrier with poorly positioned pouches and misa...
Ballistic Shield Buying Guide: Levels, Sizes & Use Cases
Ballistic shields are among the most critical pieces of protective equipment in law enforcement, SWAT operations, and ta...
Military Communication Methods and Systems
Military communications decide whether a mission succeeds or fails. When orders, intelligence, and position reports move...
Iran Attacks Bahrain, Kuwait After U.S. Hits Targets Near Strait of Hormuz
Iran launched drone and missile attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait following new U.S. airstrikes against the Islamic R...
SOCOM Study Finds Special Operators Face an 18% Higher Cancer Risk
A U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) study has found that special operations forces (SOF) personnel face an 18% hig...
Significance of “OD Green” in Military Uniforms
For over a Century, the significance of OD green has been woven into the fabric of military clothing and embedded in war...
How to Choose the Right Chest Rig for Your Mission
A chest rig is not a universal solution. It is a mission-specific load carriage tool, and choosing the right one means u...
Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat Debuts in a Pacific Large-Force Exercise
The Boeing Defence Australia-developed MQ-28 Ghost Bat drone is taking part in Exercise Valiant Shield 2026, marking the...
Night Vision Mounts and Helmet Accessories: What Operators Need to Know
A ballistic helmet without rail systems is a protective shell. A ballistic helmet with a fully configured rail system is...
MOLLE Vs. Velcro Attachments for Plate Carrier
MOLLE vs Velcro comes down to one trade-off on a plate carrier: retention or speed. MOLLE webbing locks pouches in place...
OD Green Color: History, Shades & Military Origins
This OD green color is actually a combination of yellow and green, and it first came about because it was a good color to make the uniforms more camouflaged. It was, in fact, a color that looked like the color of an olive, hence the name.