Travis Pike is a Marine infantry veteran, firearms enthusiast, and NRA certified instructor.
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
- 5 years in the United States Marines Corps as an Infantryman
- Expert Rifle Badge USMC
- NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
- Freelance writer for multiple publications
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Best Guns of SOCOM: Rifles, SMGs, Pistols & More
3 years ago
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We take a look at an assortment of weapons found among U.S. SOCOM teams -- from rifles to handguns to machine guns and even grenade launchers. (Read)
Streamlight TL-Racker vs. SureFire DSF Shotgun Lights [Review]
3 years ago
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We do a head-to-head review on the Streamlight TL Racker and the SureFire DSF lights to see which one you should add to your shotgun. (Read)
Wartime Weaponry: The American Civil War
3 years ago
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In a new series, we take a look at the weaponry behind various conflicts worldwide. To kick things off, we're starting with the American Civil War. (Read)
M240B Machine Gun: Machine Gunner Review
3 years ago
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Our resident machine gunner runs down the pros and cons of the military's M240B. Ever wanted to know what it's like to run a machine gun? Come find out. (Read)
Effective Range of Pistols, Rifles, & Shotguns
3 years ago
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We take a look at the various effective ranges for rifles, pistols, and shotguns, as well as why they mattes. (Read)
Cloud Defensive Rein Micro Weapon Light [Review]
3 years ago
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Cloud Defensive is known for some hefty weapon-mounted lights but the Rein Micro looks to shrink things down with a smaller size. Does it work? Come see. (Read)
Mozambique Drill: [How-To] Better Your Shooting Skills
3 years ago
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We walk you through how to elevate your training and skills by using the Mozambique Drill -- a.k.a. two the chest, one to the head. (Read)
[How-To] Sharpen a Knife (And Remove Rust!)
3 years ago
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Come see how to maintain your knife better with these tips on how to clean, prevent rust (or deal with it), and a step-by-step guide on sharpening. (Read)
Machine Guns: The History and Evolution of Rapid Fire
3 years ago
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We dive into the history of machine guns to find out how they came to be and how they've changed over the years. (Read)
Hunting with a Suppressor: Should You Do It?
3 years ago
We examine the relationship between hunting and suppressors to see if you should toss a silencer on your hunting rifle. (Read)
Family Home Defense Plan: 5 Must-Haves for Success
3 years ago
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We walk you through the essential parts of a family home defense plan to ensure you and your family are prepared should trouble come knocking. (Read)
Low Round Count Drills: Ammo Shortage Training [Guide]
3 years ago
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Low on ammo but still want to train? We got ya! We pulled together seven of our favorite low round count drills perfect for the range (or dry fire at home). (Read)
