Women’s Tactical Pants: Finding the Right Fit
What would Liz Robbins say if she knew how long women have been ignored in the tactical space? As the designer of the original 5.11 pant, Liz was as passionate about great fitting clothing as she was about mountain climbing.
But that’s all starting to change. Manufacturers are starting to listen to women’s needs by adding [...]
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Behind the Seams: Doggy Heroism, EMTs vs. Nurses and More
Could reality show Chronicles of EMS be a bad thing? (Medic 999)
Everyone’s favorite police officer show COPS is renewed for a 23rd season. (Hott Cops)
So, you can dismantle a stereo system during a consented car search … hmmm. (Grits for Breakfast)
Don’t ever confuse EMTs with nurses. Seriously. (Life under the Lights)
Reasons not to [...]
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Tactical Talk: Christa Miller of Cops 2.0
Many law enforcement officers who encounter social media on a personal level tend to run the other direction. Sure, they use sites like Facebook to research suspects, but what’s the point of participating on a department level?
It’s a question Christa Miller hears all too often. She’s spent the past year and a half researching and [...]
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Behind the Seams: Volcanic Ash, COPS Spoofs and More
Above: Oldie but goodie COPS spoof with a Star Wars twist. (Motorcop)
Volcanic ash has one blogger stranded in Denver. (Medic 999)
Ever wonder what it feels like to get splashed with pepper spray? (Police Quest)
Get ready for the second edition of the First Due Blog Carnival. (Backstep Firefighter)
Happy first blogging anniversary, Greg! [...]
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Tactical Talk: Karen Bartuch of Women’s Tactical Association
In the male-dominated profession of law enforcement, Karen Bartuch definitely stands out. Not just because she’s a striking six-foot-tall blond, she’s also a natural leader. As the president and founder of the Women’s Tactical Association, Bartuch brings women and men together to enhance their skills in firearms, combat mindset, tactics and fitness.
Since 2002, Bartuch has [...]
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Tactical Talk: Private Detective Paul Huebl of Crimefile News
Being a private detective might seem like a rather glamorous career path. Mystery. Intrigue. Beautiful places; beautiful people. These stereotypes gleaned from decades worth of TV shows are enough to make someone like Paul Huebl nauseated.
Why? Because Huebl is a real-life, licensed private eye. He knows exactly how un-glamorous the job can get. “If you [...]
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Carbon E7 Police Cars Go Green with BMW
Last week Carbon Motors and BMW finalized a deal that would bring BMW diesel engines in E7 police cars. These clean diesel, turbocharged engines are expected to cut CO2 emissions by 40 percent.
The “purpose-built” patrol car estimated to launch in 2012 has been in development since 2007. Some of its features include a 75 mph [...]
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Behind the Seams: Dog vs. Cop Car, The Handover Shuts Down and More
RIP: The Handover Blog Carnival. We’re sad to see it go! (Medic 999)
And a new carnival begins for Fire blogs. Introducing … the First Due Blog Carnival. (1-Union-801)
How to develop and distribute an E-book for EMS training. (EPS411)
New cops podcast ConnectedCOPS hits the airwaves. (The Crime Map)
Happy Medic might be the only person truly enthusiastic [...]
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15 Sweet Cop Cars
It’s probably safe to say that most precincts probably don’t have wheels like these. Here are 15 patrol cars that are sure to make heads turn.
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Behind the Seams: Steps to EMS Success, Roadside Visibility and More
Want to see a sign of ‘lameness’? Look to the photo above. (Gomerville)
10 Simple Steps to EMS Success (Rescuing Providence)
Video: Roadside visibility … Can you see me now? (Everyday EMS Tips)
From the idiot girlfriend to the man in tac-black: 13 types of stereotypical shooters at the local gun range. (Trigger Pull Tactical)
Brooklyn’s Finest review and [...]
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