Tag: Product Reviews

Patrol
Product Test: 5.11 Tactical A/T 8 HD Boots
“We were able to test this boot in the summertime and I was able to tell a great difference with the ability of the boot to breathe. You could actually feel the air circulation coming through the boot."
August 19, 2022
Temperatures in Georgia reached triple digits while Thomson Police Department officers tested the 5.11 Tactical A/T 8 HD boots that are designed for keeping feet cooler.
Patrol
Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical AMPC Pack
This minimalist 5.11 Tactical pack is highly customizable so it can be used to fit any mission.
February 17, 2020
5.11 Tactical AMPC Pack
Patrol
Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical Norris Sneaker
This footwear is functional, comfortable, and durable but looks like a regular pair of shoes so you can maintain a low profile.
February 17, 2020
5.11 Tactical Norris Sneaker
Patrol
Thorogood Boots Wear-Test
Law enforcement officers from three agencies spent one month wearing Thorogood's footwear on duty in a wide range of environments and situations. This is their review.
January 13, 2020
A Fort Pierce, FL, police officer wears Thorogood boots on patrol during the wear-test.
Weapons
Arsenal: Daniel Defense Delta 5 Bolt-Action Rifle
This innovative precision rifle offers excellent performance and value for law enforcement tactical operations.
November 12, 2019
The Delta 5 is the first bolt-action rifle produced by Daniel Defense. It features an innovative lightweight design, a carbon fiber reinforced stock, and a cold hammer forged barrel.
Patrol
Police Product Test: Danner Striker Bolt 8” Duty Boots
The new Striker Bolt retains all of the best qualities of the Striker heritage with a few modern enhancements.
July 9, 2019
The new Danner Striker Bolt boots are available in 4.5-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch models with a sidezip option on the latter.
Patrol
Police Product Test: Streamlight ProTac 90 Flashlight
This small, hands-free, multi-fuel light is easy to operate and incredibly durable.
July 9, 2019
Streamlight's ProTac 90 Flashlight has an anglehead and is designed to be clipped to gear.
Patrol
Product Test: Hanes' TEC-Comfortgear
Hanes' new compression gear is designed to be warm, lightweight, and breathable.
February 7, 2019
All 10 of the testing officers rated the tight as comfortable. One added that he had worn other tights on duty and the Hanes product was thinner, breathed better, and wicked away moisture better.
Special Units
Police Product Test: TravTac Onyx Tactical Sling Bag
The Onyx Tactical Sling Bag arrived at my door complete with the company's TravTac Modular Components (TMC) and universal holster accessory kits. First impressions were positive and I could immediately tell this bag was different.
October 5, 2018
Onyx Sling Bag. Photo: TravTac
Patrol
Police Product Test: TRU-SPEC Women's 24-7 Series 24-7 Xpedition Pants
The Women's 24-7 Xpedition Pants are cut specifically for women. They have a lower rise with a women's cut in the hips and thighs.
October 5, 2018
TRU-SPEC Women's 24-7 Series 24-7 Xpedition Pants (Photo: TRU-SPEC)
Patrol
Police Product Test: OD:30 Sage A3 Composite Toe Combat Boot
These OD:30 boots meet American Military Standards and right out of the box I could tell these were built to last. They aren't heavy but they're definitely sturdy and the fit and finish is impeccable.
September 4, 2018
The 9-inch lace-up Sage A3 boots fit true to size, and may require a good break-in time. (Photo: OD:30)
Patrol
Police Product Test: Tru-Spec T.R.U. 1/4 Zip Combat Shirt
Unlike the traditional cotton T-shirt feel of traditional combat shirts, this one feels more like a sports performance fabric common to compression workout clothing.
September 4, 2018
The new ¼-zip combat shirt is made of a breathable cotton blend and Cordura nylon. (Photo: Tru-Spec)
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