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Spotterup
Ep29 | Sean Patrick Flanery Boondock Saints, Born a Champion - Actor, Martial Artist, Author
Sean's newest movie Nefarious did well. Here's an interview we did with him in 2021. John Valentine and Michael Kurcina chat with famed actor, author, and martial artist, Sean Patrick Flanery.They discuss his life as an actor, navigating through Hollywood culture, why he became a writer, and his passion for martial arts.Sean is known for playing Connor MacManus in The Boondock Saints (1999) and its sequel The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day (2009), Greg Stillson in the USA Network television series The Dead Zone, Jeremy "Powder" Reed in Powder (1995), Indiana Jones in the A...
2025-06-03
1h 02
The Distinguished Savage Podcast
Michael Kurcina, Ep194
Michael Kurcina is a veteran, author, entrepreneur, and a man on The Warrior Path of Enlightenment. In this conversation we talk about his journey, his search for meaning, his process, and his views on life and journey. He is the author of the incredible book, We Fight Monsters. A book I highly recommend! You can find Michael on his website spotterup.com and his book is available both on his website and amazon!
2023-02-25
1h 26
Moke's Audio Logs
Episode 7: Existence and chocolate with Luke Cruise Missile
Michael Lipton and Luke Kurcina talk about pipe, laying pipe (not actually), and exsistence
2022-11-09
34 min
The Warrior Priest Podcast
#0105: Midweek Debrief - Michael Kurcina - We Make Ghosts
This book is meant to help you get ahead in life by realizing that you are not the same person, and that you shouldn’t let the past retard you from growing spiritually and emotionally. You have more control over your mind than you might think. Hopefully you are inspired by reading this book; 365 pages of thought-provoking suggestions are here to help you healthily revisit the past, to keep you focused on the rewarding present, and hopeful for a better tomorrow.
2022-03-23
1h 09
mind 4 survival
M4S130: We Fight Monsters with Michael Kurcina
2022-03-17
1h 34
We Fight Monsters
Firearms Competition as a Training Tool (Part Two)
CLICK HERE FOR PART 1 Firearms Competition as a Training Tool (Part Two) In the previous article many of the merits of utilizing firearms competition as a training tool, such as the opportunity to experience induced stress while shooting, increasing speed and accuracy as well as incorporating movement into the equation were discussed. Shooting from longer ranges than those utilized in standard Police Pistol Combat (PPC) courses is advantageous to members of law enforcement and the military. The PPC course begins at the one yard line and progresses to the barricade position at the 25...
2021-12-24
00 min
We Fight Monsters
How to do a Deadlift
by Spotter Up On our Spotter Up site we’ll explain some basic Olympic Lifting techniques and you’ll get to see pictures and videos of our friends performing. But we are not going to explain a lot of the Crossfit or Bodybuilding exercises here because there is a tremendous amount of great information out there already. What we want to do is simply introduce some of our readers to these types of lifts if they stumble upon it by perusing Spotter Up. We will also attempt to break each exercise down into basic movements so they can b...
2021-04-07
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Basic Tactics: Israeli Limited Penetration
Adversity has the effect of eliciting talents, which in prosperous circumstances would have lain dormant. Horace We want to state this article is not a “be-all” “end-all” article that will solve every ‘tactical’ problem. It is written solely to introduce the concept of tactical movement to those with little experience or knowledge in this area. Theory and Reality are two different things; what works in the classroom will not always work in “life”. Spotter Up will assume “no” responsibility for any use or misuse of information from this article. This article alone will not make the reader an expert...
2021-04-06
01 min
The Alpha Human Podcast
Michael Kurcina, Founder of Spotter Up - Gunfighter, Writer, Wildman, Monk
Michael Kurcina is the Founder of Spotter Up, a tactical gear website that doubles as an immense resource of information, reviews, articles, and podcasts featuring former or active-duty members of the Special Operations community, master-level shooters, special agents, case officers, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts who share their knowledge on everything from guns and ammo, to prepping and Survival, martial arts, Fitness, Nutrition, and Health. Michael is also the author of "We Fight Monsters: Wisdom And Inspiration That Speak To The Warrior's Soul." In this episode of The Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence Rosenberg and Michael Kurcina discuss his journey as the...
2021-02-24
1h 32
The Warrior Priest Podcast
53: Michael Kurcina - Hated
Men will find themselves judged, cursed, and crushed for their intelligence and honesty in a world of declining values, declining manliness, and declining desires for achieving a worthy place in the world. Hell, even a dull hell awaits men without courage and a vision, or the objectivity to stand back and understand what every man must pursue. Critics will attempt to publicly injure risk takers and will ask how dare they. Men should never stop trying to become fully developed persons. Attempting to truly live means men will also experience tremendous shocks to the soul...
2020-07-06
48 min
The Warrior Priest Podcast
022: Midweek Debrief - When Boys Are Bred to Be Sheep
We breed boys to be sheep and allow wolves to be shepherds, and if we don't right that wrong, we're going to have a nation of weak hearts when it's time to fight the heartless. Michael Kurcina, We Fight Monsters
2020-07-01
36 min
Start The World
Michael Kurcina - "We Fight Monsters"
Michael Kurcina is "the dude" behind Spotterup.com, a comprehensive gear review and training site with a philosophical angle. He recently released a book of aphorisms and short essays about being a man and a warrior, titled "We Fight Monsters," so I invited him on the show to talk more about it. I found myself agreeing with many of the things he wrote in We Fight Monsters, and the title perfectly and simply encapsulates the eternal role of the mythic hero. You can buy the book on Amazon here https://amzn.to/2B8w8Oc...
2020-06-15
1h 08
We Fight Monsters
Once More into the Fray
https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Video-by-laird_abides.mp4 Once more into the Fray, Into the last good fight I’ll ever know, Live and Die on this day. Live and Die on this day. • I have spent a lifetime of service protecting the weak, carrying the downtrodden. Though my own personal injuries and battles within, are always at war, others before self is my burden. I have paid for it through feelings of betrayal & hurt, confusion & a broken heart. • I have been with friends through all things. From suicide attempts, self harm, rapes...
2019-09-14
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Ep8 Tony Torres Reverse Engineering Violence
In this interview with Tony Torres we talk about how to deconstruct and reverse engineer violent attacks in order to better prepare the soldier, officer, and the citizen defender. We also discuss his history from cop to contractor to teacher and how to build a legacy of training. *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or any/all contributors to this site. The...
2019-08-26
1h 28
We Fight Monsters
Ep7 Matt Larsen Combat Psychology
Host John Valentine speaks to Matt Larsen. We cover why organisms from bacteria to SOF units are wired for conflict from an evolutionary and psychological perspective along dispelling the myths on PTSD and how this knowledge helps us win the next conflict. *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or any/all contributors to this site. The post Ep7 Matt Larsen Combat Psychology appeared first on...
2019-08-25
2h 10
We Fight Monsters
Ep6 Cops Who Train
Cops who train! Today I talk to retired Law Enforcement Cliff Byerly of Hill Country Combatives and Tony Torres Defense Tactical. Today we talk about issues surrounding institutional and department training along with Marc Joseph of Spartan training gear with plans and solutions to those problems. *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or any/all contributors to this site. The post Ep6...
2019-06-22
1h 50
We Fight Monsters
Ep5 Andy Lander Competitive Shooter
Episode Five of the Spotter Up podcast brings Andy Lander A competitive shooter since 1996, competing in NCAA smallbore rifle Andy served as an NRA Training Counselor Program Coordinator in the NRA’s Education and Training Division WHERE He’s aided as a technical advisor for firearms training videos and television programs, contributed to firearms training books and lesson plans, trained actors, professional athletes and dignitaries, and has certified thousands of firearms instructors and instructor trainers in the NRA Training Programs. *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of th...
2019-06-06
1h 19
We Fight Monsters
Ep3 What is the Gunfighter Writer Wildman Monk?
We discuss some of the Spotterup Whole Man concept. GUNFIGHTER WRITER WILDMAN MONK: Man of Action, Man of Intellect, Man of Emotion, Man of Spirit. We describe what these archetypes are and how they make up the whole man foundation. Warriors should be well rounded and they need to develop more than just their physical abilities. *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or any/all...
2019-05-28
1h 22
We Fight Monsters
Youth Saved Me
https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Video-by-spotterup.mp4 “Growing up my dad was working 2-3 jobs, ran his own business, & also drove long hall. He died 2 months after my 16th birthday, I could have gotten into drugs & partying. Gotten into the wrong crowd or many other paths that would have been destructive. But I had a friend who divine intervention introduced me to within the Hardcore Scene. • At face value or if you can’t stand the vocals, I am mature enough to admit it looks like unbridled chaos & rebellion but in the early 2000’s the truth is it proba...
2019-04-14
00 min
We Fight Monsters
The Forever War, Living with a TBI: Part 1, Relationships
“Memories are just where you laid them Drag the waters till the depths give up their dead What did you expect to find Was there something you left behind Don’t you remember Anything I said when I said, Don’t fall away And leave me to myself Don’t fall away And leave love bleeding in my hands In my hands again” -Hemmorage by Fuel First off, to be clear. I do not see myself as a victim, I do not ask for sympathy...
2019-03-29
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Basic Tactics: Have a Plan Before Clearing Danger Areas
Adversity has the effect of eliciting talents, which in prosperous circumstances would have lain dormant. Horace We want to again restate this article is not a “be-all” “end-all” article that will solve every ‘tactical’ problem. It is written solely to introduce the concept of tactical movement to those with little experience or knowledge in this area. Theory and Reality are two different things; what works in the classroom will not always work in “life”. Spotter Up will assume “no” responsibility for any use or misuse of information from this article. This article alone will not make the reader an expert in t...
2019-03-26
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Range Day Recollections; Shot Show 2019
Shot Show’s Industry Day is a spectacle. All along a mile-long facility gun manufacturers and vendors use every lane to provide a hands-on demonstration to an invitation only crowd. Most are media but major buyers are invited out after noon. By 4:30 PM half a million rounds are fired. The mini-gun I’m sure helped up the round count! Minigun Video Spotter Up had about half a dozen writers and contributors at Range Day this year. Some have already shared what they saw and the rest have awesome insights coming. I wanted to share some...
2019-02-12
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Another SHOT Show 2019 Review
Shot Show this year was, as usual, a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make some new ones. Product-wise, there were a lot of things that I guess people want – rainbow metallic AR’s and muzzle breaks that look like they were forged in Mordor, but only a few companies were building things that people need. Notable exceptions include a basic, quality AR made by Lantac that is very practically configured. Leupold and Thunder Ranch have collaborated on a new 1-4X variable power urban rifle optic that looks really cool. I’m hoping to get my hands on o...
2019-01-30
00 min
We Fight Monsters
JUST RELEASED: TANDEMKROSS Ruger 10/22 “ULTIMATE” Trigger
The TANDEMKROSS “ULTIMATE” trigger is an awesome upgrade for competition and recreational 10/22 shooters. I recently received the NEW “Ultimate” 10/22 trigger from Tankemkross. After taking trying out the trigger at multiple competitions and some decent range time, I’m sold. The bottom-line is YES. There is not many fire-arm components where I’ve immediately experienced a VERY noticeable impact to my competition time/score. The “Ultimate Trigger” has accomplished that, most likely by reducing trigger pull to under 2 lbs, shortening the over-travel, and a crisp reset. Below is a comparison of October to November USPSA...
2018-12-04
00 min
We Fight Monsters
CMMG’s RipBrace: The Adjustable AR Arm Brace
The RipBrace adjustable AR arm brace features CMMG’s FASTBACK Technology that allows users to simply pull straight back to extend the brace into a pre-selected custom position without pressing a release lever. Approved by ATFE, this instant deployment is a one-of-a-kind feature that makes the RipBrace an optimal choice for any AR pistol designated for personal defense. You want the length on your brace to fit your body for a consistent firing position. Personal position presets (P3 Technology) allow shooters to place a screw into different adjustment holes to ensure the stock extends to the same preferred position eac...
2018-11-26
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Pulsar F155 Forward Digital Night Vision
I I’ve been wanting to check out digital night vision for some time. It’s not like conventional night vision with intensifier tubes that age, it also costs considerably less than most second and third generation units, while giving performance that far exceeds that of first generation units. For comparison, I have a soviet-made first generation riflescope that has lived on a suppressed rimfire for about 15 years. Its performance has always been adequate, able to identify and hit vermin-sized targets up to 50 yards or so fairly reliably – with a little help from an IR illuminator. Without the dul...
2018-10-09
00 min
We Fight Monsters
SKILLS : High Low to Low High from Project Gecko
https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/A-moment-from-training-High-Low-Low-high.mp4 In the video – A specific practice drill for HL to LH in different situations – and reasons. High Low and Low high are two methods that allow a team to present more guns and visual control into a room or specific direction without using or restricting too much working space or increasing exposure. If done properly, both methods can increase the ability to handle, ID, call out or work out a threat in addition to other complexities that might occur. It has also several advantages in Low light situations as well.
2018-08-29
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Jon Dufresne Doing Shooting Drills for Building Skills Pt 2
https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Spotter-Up-Drills-by-JD.mp4 “The expert at anything was once a beginner.”― Helen Hayes Quote attributed to X. Even the ancients knew. Xenophon of Athens was an ancient Greek philosopher, historian, soldier and mercenary, and a student of Socrates Shooting is a skill, and to keep it one needs practice. Repetitive instruction builds the skills you need for shooting quickly and accurately. Different drills are used to develop different skills. Shooting practice allows a shooter to have a better conceptual understanding of such things as: stance, shot placement, trigger control, movement, ...
2018-08-28
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Tactics: A Specific Practice drill for HighLow to LowHigh in Different Situations – and Reasons from Project Gecko
https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/In-the-video-A-specific-practice-drill-for-HL-to-LH-in-different-situations.mp4 In the video – A specific practice drill for HL to LH in different situations – and reasons. High Low and Low high are two methods that allow a team to present more guns and visual control into a room or specific direction without using or restricting too much working space or increasing exposure. If done properly, both methods can increase the ability to handle, ID, call out or work out a threat in addition to other complexities that might occur. It has also several advantages in Low light situations as well.
2018-07-29
00 min
We Fight Monsters
ATN NVG7-3W NIGHT VISION GOGGLES
ATN NVG7-3W NIGHT VISION GOGGLES American Technologies Network Corp Review by Fred Fusco This is the gear review for NVG7-3W Night Vision goggles manufactured by ATN (American Technologies Network Corp). I will discuss the goggles in four categories…Cost, Durability, Size, and Function. The price of the goggle is $4,799. The model sent to me for this review included ATN’s Goggle kit which is a head harness set up to wear the goggle hands free on the head. This accessory made the use of the NVG7...
2018-07-13
00 min
We Fight Monsters
FAST METAL Eyewear (Speed Demon)
FAST METAL. REVIEW OF SPEED DEMON SUNGLASSES If you are like me, chances are you have searched for the perfect pair of sunglasses for years. In that search, you’ve probably come across some sunglasses that you liked and worked for you at that time. Inevitably though, something happens to those sunglasses. You sit on them and they break, you forget them somewhere, that barracks thief walks off with them, or you left them at that psycho stripper girlfriend’s house and even you know better than to go and try and get them back. ...
2018-06-07
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Wisport Caracal – A cat of a new breed
Wisport Caracal – A cat of a new breed Ever find a piece of gear so unique, you can’t help but like it? You may not be sure how it fits in, but you’ll find a way? The Caracal pack by Wisport is one of those things. In fact, if you study the entire Wisport line, there isn’t one pack which is not unique, or somehow stands out from the crowd. As in the past, we were happy to partner with Military 1st for this review, who sent us the Caracal 25L in ATACS...
2018-06-04
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Black Beard Belts – when it has to click
When I was offered the opportunity to work with the Black Beard Belts Peacekeeper Gun Belt, my initial impression was similar to some of the comments on Spotter Up Instagram Page. I mean, at first look the belt looks like nothing you would imagine. In the market ruled by hook, loop and cobra, this one definitely stands out. But you must feel this, or it’s coyote sister version – The Warfighter, to truly appreciate the idea and craftsmanship behind it. The idea is relatively simple. When you’re not happy with what’s out there, you make it yo...
2018-05-29
00 min
We Fight Monsters
RE Factor Aggressor Pack Review
Aggressor Pack RE Factor Tactical This is the gear review for the Aggressor pack manufactured by RE Factor Tactical. The Aggressor is designed to offer the user a low-profile pack that can mount to their plate carrier or be worn as a backpack. The pack has both a top and bottom opening that are closed with a zipper. When the included sleeve is inside the pack it can either be pulled out the bottom opening via an adjustable pull tab or out the top like a traditional backpack. Included is a separate compartment for a hyd...
2018-05-11
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Shooting Tips from John “Mochabear” Dufresne of Kinetic Consulting
Quote attributed to X. Even the ancients knew. Xenophon of Athens was an ancient Greek philosopher, historian, soldier and mercenary, and a student of Socrates Shooting is a skill, and to keep it one needs practice. Repetitive instruction builds the skills you need for shooting quickly and accurately. Different drills are used to develop different skills. Shooting practice allows a shooter to have a better conceptual understanding of such things as: stance, shot placement, trigger control, movement, and sight alignment. Shooting drills also lets new shooters see how they’re handling/manipulating their firearm...
2018-04-15
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio + A Real-world Micro-dosed LSD Experience
Nate Morrison – “Anonymous Guest” The ultimate form of physical fitness is being able to survive as a warrior. Military Fitness Radio will set out to deliver real-world actionable steps to creating this level of physical fitness for anyone who wants it. PLUS A show I did a few months ago inspired a listener to try micro-dosing LSD for himself. Listen to what happened next. Coach Morrison answers listener Chris Sicilia’s question about how and where to get started training PLUS Coach got electrocuted on a job recently. Did his high level of conditioning save his life...
2018-04-07
00 min
We Fight Monsters
MFR: Listener Question: Getting Started From Scratch + Nate Gets Electrocuted
Coach Morrison answers listener Chris Sicilia’s question about how and where to get started training PLUS Coach got electrocuted on a job recently. Did his high level of conditioning save his life? Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen on iTunes (CLICK HERE) Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/SHR_Show_2166.mp3 *The vie...
2018-04-07
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Shootsteel.com Spring Popper Passes the Test
M193 at 50 yards is a fairly brutal test of hardened steel surfaces. If a... The post Shootsteel.com Spring Popper Passes the Test appeared first on Spotter Up.
2018-04-05
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Myths About Mobility Training + A Patients Experience on Emerging Stem Cell Approaches to Avoiding Joint Replacement
Coach Nate Morrison – Joslin Seeds Mobility is more than how far you can move your ankle from one side to the other. The environment you live in and work in dictates what is an acceptable range of mobility for you. PLUS Here is a sensible way to use BMI that the medical orthodoxy doesn’t understand. PLUS Stem cell therapy has become very sexy. But not all stem cell therapies result in regeneration of health. The discussion is further muddies by where the stem cells come from. If you’re looking at a joint replacement you’ll want to...
2018-03-31
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: The Dark Side of Gunfighting – The Realities of PTSD
Nate Morrison – Nathan Cragg Many enlisted personnel get a PTSD diagnosis, but do they really have PTSD? And what of the guy or gal that does find themselves in combat? How does combat change a person? Not the way you think it does. This discussion deconstructs PTSD, separates it from TBI and explains why soldiers who have been in combat want to go back as often as possible. Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net ...
2018-03-26
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Xero Shoes Terraflex Review
If I had just one word to describe Xero shoes new trail shoe the Terraflex it would be versatile. Built on the platform of the popular Prio, Xero added a lugged sole for better grip, 3mm of Barefoam for extra comfort and a Tough Tek toe bumper for added protection. It’s marketed as a running/hiking shoe and works equally well for both activities with just enough tread to bite into soft surfaces but not be awkward on harder surfaces. It has a tough durable rubber sole that offers just enough protection without being too he...
2018-03-16
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: US Army Drops Grenade Throwing as New Recruits Are Too Weak to Throw Far Enough + More Shocking Info
Lots of great discussions on this episode. More evidence that many new recruits aren’t up to the task. Morrison goes on a rant about women in combat that you won’t want to miss. We also discuss more on the Force Production Method of training. PLUS A New study looked at 150 protein powders and found 134 had concerning levels of at least one heavy metal and 55% were contaminated with BPA. What’s the real takeaway? Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superh...
2018-03-05
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Training Readiness Factors + The Role of Dietary Protein in Hypertrophy
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net Nate Morrison – Shawn Visintin – Tanner Stokes 7 general rules to follow that will tell you whether you’re even ready to seriously take on your goals. PLUS What’s the minimum amount of protein you need to eat to maximize your gains without eating more than you have to? Per meal? Does frequenc...
2018-02-17
00 min
We Fight Monsters
STABILicers Run Review by STABIL
Overview: The STABILicers Run by STABILgear are a great product! Simple design, easy to put on, they stay on, and the provide plenty of grip on both snow and ice without interrupting your natural running gait. The run version uses screws in place of the sharper metal cleats you see on some other versions. These screws are less cumbersome when you run, especially if you run out of ice for a short stretch, and are less likely to catch on and pick up debris. They don’t dig into hard ice quite as well if you are just s...
2018-02-11
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction + Testosterone Optimization Therapy Bible
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen (CLICK HERE) Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net Nate Morrison – Dr. Grove Higgins – Pat Marquez – Mary Wilson – Jay Campbell – Jim Brown Pelvic floor dysfunction contributes to a variety of health and performance issues. Most people don’t realize its their pelvic floor causing the issues. Learn how to test for pelvic floor dysfunction as well as how to...
2018-02-04
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio:Training For Special Ops
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen (CLICK HERE) Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net Nate Morrison – Coach Shawn Visintin Special Ops is the tip of the spear. Conditioning, strength, endurance and a well developed nervous system is a must. Many want to be in Special Ops but few make the cut. This is how to prepare for the task. https://spotter...
2018-02-04
00 min
We Fight Monsters
SHOT 2018 – A Precision Rifleman’s Perspective
It’s been a few years since my last visit to SHOT, and I wasn’t actually planning on going this year, but the opportunity to go to media day on the range was an enticement I couldn’t pass up. As always, there were plenty of new handgun makes and models, an assortment of AR-15 type rifles in every conceivable configuration, bolt guns to demonstrate ammo, optics, stocks, and triggers, and an assortment of other guns. I shot plenty of handguns and carbines, but I primarily focused mostly on precision rifles and accessories. Some items o...
2018-01-29
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Rifle Magazine Pro Tip from Jon Dufresne
“Sometimes mags don’t fall free. I don’t suggest that shooters wiggle the gun or flip the gun because it’s a lot of wasted movement that doesn’t work all the time. Give this a try. If the mag doesn’t fall free, continue your normal reload procedure (grabbing your spare mag), if you’re taking a quick peek at the magwell you will notice that your empty mag is there. All you need to do is a quick swipe using your pinky and ring finger. Notice how the mag comes out nice and I finished the reload. Also n...
2018-01-20
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Training & Nutrition On the Road + The Force Production Method
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen on iTunes (CLICK HERE) Taking your skills on the road requires some planning. Staying fit and in top condition fades quickly when you’re away from your home base. Here are some effective hacks and tricks to not only maintain but also progress while on the road. + How do you know if you’re not training enough? Or training too much? What if there was a way to dia...
2018-01-18
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Thundershot Exploding Targets! BOOM!!!
Let’s admit it. Shooting paper targets can sometimes be boring. That’s one of the reasons there’s a market for reactive targets. Well what’s the greatest “reaction” one can have? Explosions come to my mind and I came across the biggest boom out there available to the commercial public. The folks of Gryphon Energetics were kind enough to share their “Thundershot” solution to reactive targets and they proved to be one of the most exhilarating products I’ve had an opportunity to review. Most shooters are generally familiar with exploding targets. Many of them consist of two inert comp...
2018-01-17
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Commonwealth Ammunition Review
You know what can ruin a fantastic range day? Getting struck with a piece of shrapnel. For those who shoot and/or train in great volumes, this very thing has probably occurred more than we’d like, but there are ways to mitigate and stop pulling pieces of jacket from your arms, legs, and face. Shoot frangible. Frangible ammunition is designed to disintegrate into tiny particles upon striking a target to reduce the chance of ricochets and backsplash. Now frangible ammunition isn’t new science; it was originally created in the mid-20th century for shoot...
2018-01-09
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Cold Weather Training
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen on iTunes (CLICK HERE) Training and performing in cold weather takes several important considerations. Not just to be able to perform optimally. To be able to survive. Some great tips in this show even if you’re not in the military. Whether you’re a lumberjack, hunter or construction worker, if performing in the cold is in your wheelhouse this show is definitely for you Send us you...
2017-12-30
00 min
We Fight Monsters
How to Do a Kettlebell Snatch, Tip Part 2
The Snatch is a modified swing where the kettlebell swings up above the head. You pull a kettlebell off the floor from a squat position, swing the weight up, then dip under it, and press it overhead. Kettlebell exercises work several muscles simultaneously; it works the hamstrings, quads, back, and shoulders. The movement should be performed quickly and explosively. If done properly kettlebell lifting is very beneficial to health. Kettlebell lifting can improve the range of motion, cardio vascular endurance, mental toughness, agility and increased strength. Here are some tips for you when trying it. https://spotteru...
2017-12-24
00 min
We Fight Monsters
How to Store your Rifle Sling
Jon Dufresne is an instructor for Sage Dynamics & Kinetic Consulting. He is also a writer for Spotterup.com Here is a video of how he stores his sling for vehicles, bags, safes, etc. Enjoy. https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Video-by-mochabear_actual.mp4 *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or any/all contributors to this site. Brought to you by the dudes at Spotter Up ...
2017-12-24
00 min
We Fight Monsters
How to Do A Kettlebell Snatch, Tips
The Snatch is a modified swing where the kettlebell swings up above the head. You pull a kettlebell off the floor from a squat position, swing the weight up, then dip under it, and press it overhead. Kettlebell exercises work several muscles simultaneously; it works the hamstrings, quads, back, and shoulders. The movement should be performed quickly and explosively. If done properly kettlebell lifting is very beneficial to health. Kettlebell lifting can improve the range of motion, cardio vascular endurance, mental toughness, agility and increased strength. Here are some tips for you when trying it. https://spotteru...
2017-12-24
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: You CAN’T Have It All + There Are No Magic Beans Jack
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen on iTunes (CLICK HERE) Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/SHR_Show_2120.mp3 *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or an...
2017-12-22
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Killing Cardio + Keto For Cancer
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen on iTunes (CLICK HERE) Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/SHR_Show_2116.mp3 *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or any/a...
2017-12-13
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Combative Body Composition
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen on iTunes (CLICK HERE) Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/SHR_Show_2110-1.mp3 *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/o...
2017-12-01
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Military Body Composition
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen on iTunes (CLICK HERE) Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/SHR_Show_2110.mp3 *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or any/all c...
2017-11-26
00 min
We Fight Monsters
Military Fitness Radio: Tactical Strength & Power
Every Thursday @ Noon with Nate Morrison on Superhuman Radio with Carl Lanore (Host) Broadcast on the Superhuman Radio Network: www.superhumanradio.net Listen on iTunes (CLICK HERE) Send us your questions and we’ll answer them on the air! onair@superhumanradio.net https://spotterup.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/SHR_Show_2106.mp3 *The views and opinions expressed on this website are solely those of the original authors and contributors. These views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of Spotter Up Magazine, the administrative staff, and/or an...
2017-11-26
00 min