Competition Loadout: Moons Out 2025

This video details a competition loadout for the Finnish Brutality Winter War event, emphasizing a comprehensive layering system for extreme cold. The presenter, Ivan, from Kit Badger, highlights the importance of moisture management and insulation, showcasing specific gear choices from brands like Sitka, Beyond Clothing, and Spiritus Systems. The loadout focuses on maintaining core body temperature and operational readiness in sub-freezing conditions, including specialized over-whites and hand-warming solutions.

The Beyond Clothing Guide Lite Gloves are presented as a versatile, lighter-duty alternative to their Guide Gloves, suitable for backcountry activities. They offer insulation without being overly bulky, making them useful for temperature regulation during activities like hiking and camping. The gloves are highlighted for their durability in camp chores, ability to maintain warmth even when damp, and sufficient dexterity for tasks like fire-starting and shooting. While not fully waterproof, they offer water resistance and can be treated with balms for enhanced protection.

This video details a Steyr AUG A3 rifle setup for the 'Moonzout' night shooting competition, which emphasizes Night Vision Device (NVD) usage. The presenter explains the differences between passive and active night shooting divisions and showcases the Holosun IRIS GR3 IR laser illuminator as a key component for active use. The setup prioritizes co-aligning the IR laser with the optic for effective aiming under NVDs.

This video details a specific gear loadout for a run-and-gun competition, emphasizing weight reduction and mobility. The presenter shares insights on pistol and rifle configurations, optic choices, and essential supporting gear like a chest rig and backpack. Practical training advice is offered, including practicing under physical exertion and assessing long-range shooting capabilities without a bipod.

This video compares the performance of Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs) against handguns and rifles in various shooting scenarios. The presenter, Brass Facts, argues that PDWs offer a significant performance advantage over handguns, especially at distances beyond 50 yards, and can be comparable to rifles up to approximately 150 yards. The content highlights PDW advantages in accuracy, hit factor, and one-handed shooting scenarios, while also acknowledging potential drawbacks like deployment speed in close quarters.

This video details the gear loadout for Desert Brutality 2020, covering both the Retro and Armored Plus P divisions. The presenter, Ivan from KitBadger.com, discusses his choices for firearms, ammunition, personal protective equipment, and load-bearing equipment, emphasizing how his gear selections met the specific requirements and spirit of each division. He highlights the importance of reliable equipment and adaptability in a demanding competition environment.

This entry synthesizes expert insights from Ivan of Kit Badger, a contractor with six years of experience. It details the financial incentives, lifestyle benefits, and mental health support available in security contracting, while also cautioning against common pitfalls like lifestyle creep and the impact on family life. A strong emphasis is placed on having a clear exit strategy from the outset.

This guide details the customization of a Ruger American .308 rifle, transforming it into a more capable precision tool. The process involves upgrading the stock to a Magpul Hunter, installing a higher-magnification Bushnell optic, and professionally shortening and threading the barrel for suppressor use. Expert insights from the video highlight that even with a 16.5-inch barrel, the rifle can maintain 1-1.5 MOA accuracy with quality match ammunition, making it a versatile option for hunting or utility.

This guide outlines how to get started in security contracting, drawing insights from former Marine Corps infantry and security contractor Ivan of Kit Badger. It emphasizes the importance of understanding contract types, the necessity of military or specialized law enforcement experience, and the rigorous vetting processes involved. Networking is highlighted as the most effective way to secure employment in this field, with a strong recommendation to obtain a TS/SCI clearance for high-paying opportunities.

This guide details a professional pistol painting technique demonstrated by Ivan from Kit Badger. It covers essential preparation, including thorough masking and degreasing, followed by a multi-layer application process using spray paints and stencils for a durable camouflage finish. The technique aims to enhance personalization and provide scratch and corrosion resistance.