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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The Future Is Now: Sci-Fi Worthy Guns & Gadgets
1 year ago
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We take a look into the future...the future of guns (and gear) by running through some of the newest and most sci-fi worthy guns and gadgets! (Read)
Best .40 S&W Handguns of 2024
1 year ago
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Want something with a bit more oomph? We got you! Take a look at some of our favorite .40 caliber handguns. (Read)
The Difference Between the Sig Sauer P320, M17 & M18
1 year ago
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How does the Sig Sauer P320 differ from the M17 and M18 military versions? We deep dive into these pistols to see what features are different. (Read)
Best .300 Blackout AR Pistols & Rifles of 2024
1 year ago
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The .300 Blackout round was designed with short barrels in mind. So, let's take a look at some of the best .300 BLK guns -- AR pistols and rifles. (Read)
7 Reasons to Ditch Subcompacts & Carry Full Size
1 year ago
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Sure, subcompacts and micro compacts are all the rage, but have you tried a full-sized handgun? We walk you through why carrying a big gun might be better. (Read)
Guns of Pop Culture: "True Lies" & the MAC-10
1 year ago
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In this Guns of Pop Culture, we take a look at "True Lies" and some very interesting MAC-10 physics...come read more. (Read)
The Best Revolvers of 2024: Tested & Rated
1 year ago
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We look at some of our favorite tested revolvers for concealed carry, hunting, plinking, and home defense. (Read)
Guns of Pop Culture: "The Matrix" & the Sig Sauer P229 Sport
1 year ago
We dive into the world of "The Matrix" as we examine the Sig Sauer P229 Sport used by Ghost in the video game and movie franchise. (Read)
10 Best "Assault Rifles" In Real Life
1 year ago
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You've heard the term assault rifles before, so what are the best ones out there? We give you our top recommendations. (Read)
Guns of Pop Culture: DEB M21 & “RoboCop 2”
1 year ago
We take a look at the DEB M21 -- an SMG wielded by child terror Hob in "RoboCop 2." Come learn more about this submachine gun! (Read)
KelTec P32 Review: The Ultimate Pocket Pistol?
1 year ago
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We take a look at the teeny-tiny KelTec P32, chambered in .32 ACP, to see if this pocket pistol makes for a good concealed carry gun... (Read)
5 Essential Bushcraft Skills You Should Know
1 year ago
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We walk you through 5 bushcraft skills you should know if you're heading into the woods -- from starting fires to building shelters! (Read)
