About Us

Tactical Pants News goes behind the seams, providing an information hub for the law enforcement and public safety industry. From pant reviews to cop and EMT interviews to the latest manufacturer news, you can count on us to keep you covered.

While affiliated with online store TacticalPants.com, Tactical Pants News operates as a separate entity and abides by the SPJ Code of Ethics. Our mission is to report objectively about the tactical pants industry and bring our readers high-quality news, editorials and entertainment.

So, who wears tactical pants?
Tactical pants are most often seen in the law enforcement community. Cops will wear their “tac pants” both on and off duty with regularity. ATF, ICE, SWAT Teams, FBI, Border Patrol are all organizations that issue this technical apparel directly to their personnel. Last but definitely not least, paramedics and EMTs don similar trousers.

OK, but aren’t they just glorified cargo pants?
Sort of. Tactical pants are essentially an expensive cargo with a few technical modifications. However, tactical pants are a much more evolved pant. With that higher price comes quality, durability and some pretty awesome features like waterproofing and knee reinforcements. Nowadays major brands make tactical pants in dozens of styles and colors specifically tailored to suit your needs. Read more about the history of tactical pants.

Meet Our Editors

Katie Frasier earned a bachelor’s in journalism from the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism. She previously worked as an editor at Vox magazine and a travel writer at Southern Living. Her experience also includes a background in marketing for a fine art photography gallery.

Nora Holloway spent three years as a staff reporter for the Lincoln County Journal. She holds a degree in communications from Lindenwood University. Her byline has appeared on Patch.com, The Little Dixie Weekender, Impulse Magazine, The Troy Free Press and hospital publications such as BJC Today.

Jeanette Kozlowski holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in journalism from the Missouri School of Journalism. Previously she worked as an editor and reporter for an international trade journal focused on the online gaming industry. Her byline has appeared on PoliceOne.com, St. Louis Magazine and Riverfront Times.

Policies

The administration and authors of Tactical Pants News reserve the right to moderate any content submitted for any reason including but not limited to profanity, personal attacks and disruptive behavior. Dissenting views are always welcome as long as those views are expressed in a mature fashion. All policies are subject to change without notice.