Travis Pike

Author

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

Get latest articles from Travis Pike

[Hands-On Review] Pinty 3-in-1 Rifle Scope Combo

4 years ago 7 Comments

The Pinty 3-in-1 Scope Combo is a bizarre red dot, scope, and laser optic. How strange is it? We mounted it on a Ruger 10/22 to find out. (Read)

7 Best Discreet Rifle & Pistol Bags [Ultimate Guide]

4 years ago 47 Comments

Need to tote your rifle or pistol but don't want everyone to know what's up? We got you covered with a list of the best discreet gun bags. (Read)

[Hands-on Review] Cloud Defensive Rein Flashlight

4 years ago 6 Comments

We take the new Cloud Defensive Rein flashlight for a test in the dark. Come see why you should definitely buy this weapon mounted light. (Read)

Best Shooting Targets and Stands [Tested]

4 years ago 4 Comments

Ready to grab targets but stumped on what to buy? We have the lowdown on the best targets (and stands) to make range time productive and fun! (Read)

[Ultimate Build] Best CZ Micro Scorpion Upgrades

4 years ago 8 Comments

The CZ Micro Scorpion is cool...but it could always be better. So, we grabbed some accessories and made some much-needed upgrades. (Read)

Micro Roni vs. Recover Tactical 20/20: Glock Pistol Braces

4 years ago 28 Comments

The CAA Micro Roni goes head-to-head with the Recover Tactical 20/20 in the battle of Glock braces. Come see who takes the win in this brawl. (Read)

The Guns of Christmas…Movies [Ultimate Guide]

4 years ago 14 Comments

Take a tour through the wonderful world of Christmas movie guns and find out which films are a must-see for the holidays. (Read)

Best Shotgun Lights for Home Defense

4 years ago 13 Comments

Don’t believe the myths. You can toss a light on a shotgun and we’ve rounded up the best lights to prove it -- from under $100 to over $100. (Read)

8 Best AK Pistols: 7.62, 5.56, & 9mm [Ultimate Guide]

4 years ago 18 Comments

Who doesn't like a short AK? Come learn all about AK pistols, why you definitely want one, and which are the best of the best. (Read)

Best Optics for Your Shotgun [Ultimate Guide]