Field Notes
Guides on carrying gear, written from the products we actually make.
MagSafe Phone Mount for Your Backpack Strap: Hands-Free Phone for Trail, Job Site and CommuteHow to mount a MagSafe phone on a backpack strap: magnetic vs mechanical mounts like Quad Lock and Peak Design, what to look for, setup, tethers and case tips.
EMT and First Responder EDC: What to Carry On and Off DutyA personal EDC list for EMTs and first responders: light, shears, gloves, tourniquet placement, access tools and radio carry, on duty and off duty.
Deer Season Day Pack Checklist: What to Carry on a Day HuntWhat to pack for a day hunt: light for the walk in and out, layers, field-dressing kit, first aid, a radio and phone on the straps, and the right pack size.
Magnetic Rifle Retention: How a Gun Magnet on Your Plate Carrier or Belt WorksA magnetic retention catch parks a carbine, pistol or steel tool against your body while both hands work. How it holds, where to mount it, what it can't do, and how it compares to a sling.
Tactical Gifts for Men (and Anyone Who Carries): EDC Gift Guide by Budget, 2026Useful tactical and EDC gifts sorted by budget: under $30, under $75 and $100 and up. What to buy for the commuter, the range regular, the tradesperson and the person who has everything.
Security Guard Gear Checklist: Duty Belt Setup, Radio and What to Carry on ShiftWhat a security officer actually needs on a shift: a two-piece duty belt, a radio carrier that fits the radio, a flat light, a phone that stays put, and a small bag for the rest. A checklist and belt layout.
Concealed Carry Crossbody Bags: A Purse Alternative That Actually WorksA concealed carry crossbody bag keeps a dedicated compartment for the firearm and a separate one for daily items. What to look for, how it compares to a purse or on-body holster, and the habits that make off-body carry safe.
What Is an Admin Pouch? How to Organize Small EDC Gear So You Can Find ItAn admin pouch is a flat zip organizer that gives cables, cards, pens, keys and small tools their own zone. What to put in one, how to lay it out and where it rides.
How to Set Up a Gun Cleaning Station at Home: Mat, Parts Tray and ChecklistA home gun cleaning station needs four things: a padded solvent-resistant mat, a place for small parts, good light and ventilation, and a fixed routine. How to set one up on any table and put it away in a minute.
Gray Man Carry: How to Carry Gear Without Looking TacticalGray man carry means having what you need without looking like you carry anything. What makes gear read as ordinary, and what gives it away.
Flying With EDC: What TSA Allows in Carry-On vs Checked BagsFlashlights fly, knives do not, and power banks must stay in the cabin. A clear TSA table for common everyday carry items, plus how to pack a kit that clears security.
Get-Home Bag Checklist: What to Keep in Your Car to Walk HomeA get-home bag is a small pack that lives in your car for the day the car cannot take you home. The checklist, the plan behind it, and how to keep it light.