Travis Pike is a lifelong shooter who just happened to be mediocre enough with a gun and a keyboard to combine the two and write. He currently teaches concealed carry courses and enjoys spending time on Florida’s Nature Coast. He is interested in helping folks protect themselves with firearms and shoot better at the range.
Experience
- USMC veteran (2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years)
- Deployed to Afghanistan (2009 & 2011)
- Machine Gunner
- Trained with Romanian Army, Spanish Marines, Emirate Marines, & Afghan National Army
- Expert Rifle Badge USMC
- NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
- Concealed Carry Instructor
- Freelance writer
- Gun University
- The National Interest
- AmmoLand
- Truth About Guns
- The Armory Life
- GunMag Warehouse
- Task & Purpose
- Recoil
- Pew Pew Tactical
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[Review] Mossberg 500 Persuader: Best 20-Gauge PGO?
6 days ago
5 Comments
Who doesn't like a tiny boi? We take the Mossberg 500 Persuader -- a 20-gauge PGO firearm -- to the range to have some fun! (Read)
[Review] Meta Tactical MX-1: Best Glock Chassis?
1 week ago
3 Comments
The Meta Tactical MX-1 is a Glock chassis that takes compatibility to the next level while ditching the usual downsides. See how it did at the range! (Read)
Shotguns and Drones: Modern Warfare
1 month ago
2 Comments
In this article, we discuss the growing prevalence of drones in modern warfare, and how shotguns are being used to directly combat them. (Read)
Olight Osight SE RMSc Review: An Affordable Enclosed Emitter Red Dot?
1 month ago
15 Comments
Is Olight's new removable battery Osight SE red dot a bargain buy? We pushed it to the limits to see if it is a worthy contender. (Read)
Best Sig P365 Grip Modules [Hands-On Tested]
1 month ago
10 Comments
Check out our hands-on review of some of the best aftermarket grip modules for the ultra-popular Sig Sauer P365. (Read)
How To Prevent Scope Bite [Step-by-Step Guide]
2 months ago
2 Comments
In this article, we cover the crucial steps you should take in order to avoid getting injured by scope bite when shooting. (Read)
Beginner's Guide to 3-Gun Competition
2 months ago
Looking to get into 3-Gun competition? Check out our beginner's guide to see what you need, how to prepare, and what to expect. (Read)
PSA PA-15 vs. Sabre-15: Which One Is Better?
2 months ago
13 Comments
We tested the PSA PA-15 and Sabre-15 side-by-side to see if the budget AR or high-end AR came out on top. Come see the results! (Read)
How To Set Up A Plate Carrier [Step-by-Step Guide]
2 months ago
Got body armor? Learn how to wear your plate carrier the right way with this helpful Marine’s how-to guide. (Read)
7 Best Varmint Rifles [Buyer's Guide]
2 months ago
Need a varmint hunting rifle? Check out our favorites! These picks are fast, accurate, and tons of fun to shoot. (Read)
What Is a Fudd?
2 months ago
17 Comments
The fudd is not a mythical creature of the gun world. You may even have a little fudd in you, and I’m here to make sense of this phenomenon. (Read)
Bear Creek Arsenal BC-9 Review: A PDW for the Poor?
2 months ago
4 Comments
We go hands-on with the Bear Creek Arsenal BC-9 to see how this ultra-affordable PCC performs at the range. (Read)
