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
4 Best Lead Sleds: Can You Buy Accuracy?
1 year ago
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In this article we take a look a couple of the best lead sleds on the market across multiple price points. (Read)
First Aid Kit for Kids [Ultimate Supply List]
1 year ago
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Build a complete family first aid kit with our expert tips. Learn what essentials you need to handle minor and serious injuries to keep kids safe. (Read)
Best Duty Holsters
1 year ago
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We take a look at some of the best duty holsters on the market to help you decide what's worth carrying professionally. (Read)
Mini Beretta Tip-Ups: Pocket Carry Perfection
1 year ago
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We cover the history behind Beretta's unique tip-up pistols and take a look at each model in their lineup, past and present. (Read)
Smith & Wesson 432 UC Review [Hands-On Tested]
1 year ago
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We test the new 432 UC revolver, a collaboration between between Smith & Wesson, Lipsey's and the folks at American Fighting Revolver. (Read)
Home Range Essentials: Everything You Need For A Home Range
1 year ago
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In this article we cover all the basic things you need to make a quality shooting range in your backyard, plus a few extra goodies. (Read)
Gun Industry Trends in 2025: What to Expect
1 year ago
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We take a look at some of the new products from SHOT Show 2024 and the months surrounding it to check out the current industry trends. (Read)
Best Double-Barrel Shotguns: Sport & Range
1 year ago
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We got the lowdown on the coolest double barrel shotguns on the market. From O/Us to SxS, see what you should add to your gun safe. (Read)
Best 5.56 Rifles That Are Not AR-15s
1 year ago
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Love 5.56 but don't want to be like all the other AR-15 guys? Don't worry, we've got you. Check out the best 5.56 rifles that aren't ARs! (Read)
Best Shotguns for Hunting
1 year ago
We take a look at some of the best hunting shotguns to help you narrow down what to take to the fields this hunting season. (Read)
Best Concealed Carry Holsters for Exercising
1 year ago
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We take a look at the best holsters to use when you want to concealed carry and work out/exercise all at the same time. (Read)
Handgun Training Terminology You Should Know
1 year ago
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We cover some key terms related to handguns to help newer shoots clear up some of the confusion surrounding the technical terminology. (Read)
