Sand Kettlebells from GORUCK

GORUCK, the rucking company, makes a lightweight jungle boot they call the MACV-1. And they’ve now launched the 2nd generation of this lightweight, comfortable boot. The newest MACV-1 boot has an improved rubber outsole for better all-terrain performance, and an upper made out of improved leather. But there is much more to this pair of boots – and that’s what we’ll talk about in this review. We’ve just received our pair of MACV-1 boots (6″ in Coyote Suede) and our hands-on (feet-on?) testing has begun. Consider this to be a “first look” and we’ll update with further details as we find out more about this great new footwear. Here’s the products we’ll be reviewing: Let’s take a close look. GORUCK MACV-1 Video Review from our YouTube Channel Want to see these bad-boys in action? Check out these videos: Here’s the Black Leather version: This video focuses more on the GORUCK Rucker, but it’ll give you an idea of how we test this gear: MACV-1 Lightweight Rucking Boot – Sizing Let’s talk about fit and sizing because that is what most [Read more …]

Let’s review Ruck boots from GORUCK. The MACV-1 is one of the nicest shoes (boot or otherwise) I’ve had the pleasure to test. And the good news is that GORUCK has lots of variations on the MACV-1 – and even a close-cousin – the new Jedburgh ruck boot. Rucking is a form of cardio exercise, and its most significant advantage is it makes fitness as simple as walking. It is also a low-intensity interval training workout where you walk with a weighted rucksack for a set distance and gets you in shape, helps you gain strength, and develops your cardio. So if you want a new kind of adventure, rucking is something you want to try. All you need is a rucksack with added weight and good rucking boots. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: GORUCK MACV-1 Video Review from our YouTube Channel Want to see these bad-boys in action? Check out these videos: Here’s the Black Leather version: GORUCK Rucking Boots – Overview Rucking is a good workout and provides plenty of tremendous [Read more …]

Let’s review the GORUCK GR1 Field Pocket. Dynamic activities in the field need a reliable utility that can carry your stuff in a systematic and secured way. That’s what the GORUCK GR1 Field Pocket is all about – it is a small storage that can be fastened to your Rucker, lugged separately by its handle, or detached inside your Rucker or gym bag. It also adds a little more weight to your ruck, brings order to your belongings, and can be used in various ways. What’s a GORUCK Field Pocket? It’s a small, zippered storage pouch for your GR1 or GR2 rucksack. Here are some of the styles we are going to look at: GR1 Field Pocket – Our Review We took this bad boy for a test drive. It’s a simple storage solution that makes your GR1 (or GR2) more organized. Verdict? Yes – it’s expensive, but the quality is unmatched and this has so many features – Zippers, mesh pocket, padding, MOLLE, patch velcro, paracord zipper pulls – there’s really no equal. GORUCK GR1 Field Pocket Review – [Read more …]