Articles by Travis Pike

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The Glock 43X Slimline: Why the Crossover Makes Sense

The Glock 43X Slimline: Why the Crossover Makes Sense

The Complete Guide to Red Dot Sights: Types & Setup

The Complete Guide to Red Dot Sights: Types & Setup

Do You Need a New Gun? When to Upgrade Your Concealed Carry

Do You Need a New Gun? When to Upgrade Your Concealed Carry

Holster Draw Stroke Steps: Technique & Drills

Holster Draw Stroke Steps: Technique & Drills

Applying Hick’s Law to Your Gear: Simplify to Win

Applying Hick’s Law to Your Gear: Simplify to Win

KelTec RDB-S: Putting the S in Survival

KelTec RDB-S: Putting the S in Survival

Stop Shooting in a Straight Line: The Case for Target Depth Training

Stop Shooting in a Straight Line: The Case for Target Depth Training

Defensive Shotgun 101, Part 6: Accessories

Defensive Shotgun 101, Part 6: Accessories

Carrying Concealed: How to Overcome “Condition One” Anxiety

Carrying Concealed: How to Overcome “Condition One” Anxiety

Intruder In A Box: A New Way To Test Ammo

Intruder In A Box: A New Way To Test Ammo

Defensive Shotgun 101, Part 5: Projectile Selection

Defensive Shotgun 101, Part 5: Projectile Selection

The MARS Mini – The Multiuse Thermal

The MARS Mini – The Multiuse Thermal

Perfecting The Pocket Carry Draw

Perfecting The Pocket Carry Draw

The Girsan MC P35 PI – The Detective’s Hi-Power

The Girsan MC P35 PI – The Detective’s Hi-Power

Defensive Shotguns 101, Part 4: Cartridge Selection

Defensive Shotguns 101, Part 4: Cartridge Selection

The Magpul MS1: Sling Up

The Magpul MS1: Sling Up

Target Transitions: A To B

Target Transitions: A To B

Defensive Shotgun 101, Part 3: Pump or Semi-Auto Shotguns

Defensive Shotgun 101, Part 3: Pump or Semi-Auto Shotguns

The Viktos Taculus Chest Rig

The Viktos Taculus Chest Rig

Summer Carry Guns of 2026

Summer Carry Guns of 2026

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