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I believe its six for this first "season" or volume or whatever they're going to consider it. However, "season 2" has already been green lit, and I don't see this train losing steam any time soon.

That was good stuff. I was a bit surprised that the first ep ran 90 minutes, but it ended at a pretty good spot. I'm glad that Darabount is staying true with the whole point of the story (and the namesake of the show) with how the walking dead refers to both the zombies as well as the living. I'm really interested to see how the characters evolve over the span of the series. Oh, and Lennie James was great, as expected! Should be good when, in like five seasons at this pace, James' character returns to the fold.

Yea, if I remember from my quick browsing, AMC will be showing "Dawn of the Dead" (the more recent version) to get us warmed up for The Walking Dead.

I'd be interested in the EMAG more than the windowed PMAG. I really like the versatility of the EMAG, especially considering the different models of AR-variant rifles crawling out of the wood work these days (all having to be able to utilize STANAG mags). I'd personally hate to get something like a SCAR 16, and then not have access to magazines that consistently work (I've heard there were issues with SCARs trying to run PMAG-- might have been resolved by now, though, I doubt it since it seemed like it was a civilian-SCAR issue, not a magazine issue).

Ha, there, checked out this thread, and wow. I was going to add Bruce Willis, but then I came across this gem: I give you Alan Rickman in one of his more memorable roles! (Plus a HK P7M13!)

Really good time. Nice seeing familiar faces, and a pleasure meeting new ones. I definitely did more mingling than shooting, though that was definitely some walking, trekking back and forth on the seven lanes. It was a good time talking with a couple of you afterward as well! Definitely a relaxing way to end the week/start the next one. Thanks, again, to Ray, Chris, and Bryan for putting together the pieces and making this happen-- looking forward to the next one already.

When you say "military sling" are we talking specifically of the USGI web sling-type? Or are we talking about the general disregard of slings as applied to shooting methods by the military? My experience with the web sling was only during my time as an IET "Soldier," note BCT/AIT. That sling was pretty much worthless, as the only function we used it for was during formation/D&C type stuff. Otherwise, during movements and BRM/ARM/STX/etc, we treated it like the sling wasn't even there. Later on, I was introduced to 3pts and 1pts, which added utility. Maybe you're also talking of that method where you wrap the sling with your support hand to create a vice-type-thing with your body. My instructors demonstrated it, and then told us to not consider ever using that in the field (I received my training post-2001, but before we really had a foothold regarding OIF)-- and this was coming from guys who had kicked down Mr. Taliban's door. They said that the method helps, but can often disrupt the stance then help, especially in stressful/uncomfortable/harsh conditions. The idea is that a person will use the wrap for added support, but it also means more muscle is helping support, and not necessarily structure (bones). Then when a person's heartbeat elevates, lactic acid builds up, and its just all downhill from there. If a person has that kind of stand off, might as well go prone-- and if that's the case, might as well "mag-pod" the rifle, or do a traditional prone-unsupported (or supported if available). They said the sling-wrap in a dynamic environment (my term, but same idea) where its not just firepower, but mobility as well, is detrimental because it essentially gets rid of the functionality of the arm that is wrapped (and God forbid a person gets hurt and can only shoot with one arm). Looking back, knowing and having my own experiences, I agree with the assessment. I just wish the Army wouldn't be cheap, and actually issue good slings and teach the kids how to actually use the stuff (considering 75% of Soldiers rotate into the combat zone within three months of completing AIT... not so sure about the number now since OIF is "over"). As for Appleseeds, I haven't been to one, so, I can't say I understand that perspective.

Good to hear you're feeling better? And speaking of, I should get to packing things up tonight as well. Question: officially, when we get there, just state that we're a part of the "NJ Gun Forum meet"? I figure there should be a universal/consensus so we don't confuse the nice people there with a million different acronyms/terms.

This movie is going to be ridiculously good. I'm not one for trippy, psychedelic movies -- but I might dig it for this one.

Welcome. Looks like us younger guys are starting to gain some numbers, ha.

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Very nice, Tony. Should be fun to see how she does on Saturday. My only question is why the raisers with the scope rings? Seems like your cheek weld might be a bit stretched.

Ha, wow, speaking of "Future Weapons," I just checked out the Deadliest Warrior site, and guess who is joining the cast? Yes, our favorite dramatic whisperer, Mack of Future Weapons (http://www.spike.com/blog/season-3-is-go/98880)... apparently season 3's production just began, and, in other news, Deadliest Warrior is also being made into a feature-length film (http://www.spike.com/blog/deadliest-warrior-is/99844)? For Maks, full episode of SEALs vs. IDF commandos: http://www.spike.com/full-episode/navy-seal-vs-israeli/39412

I understand the novelty of it, I mean, it is on Spike. The match-ups of more ancient tech-based warriors actually makes sense and I find far more fascinating (war was actually civilized then-- which is ironic since they're all seen as savages ). I think if they wanted to do a totally-random-lets-see-stuff-blow-up show, then just make a show that highlights firearms and other tech (like "Future Weapons"). Otherwise, if you're going to do it, do it right, no? My favorite episode involving modern stuff had to be CIA vs. KGB, as it went a bit beyond just generic-firearm vs. generic-firearm, and really delved into some history.

But it is a hunting camouflage, its just called Operation Enduring Freedom Camouflage by our hunters

I've said it before, the thing that annoys me about some of the match-ups on Deadliest Warrior is that they don't make sense. The show improved this a bit more in season 2 when they introduced "intangibles" or whatever (basically the wildcard that would justify the computer's results, ha). Still, in the comparison of SF vs. Spetznaz, you have the tip of the spear vs. a sledge hammer. So, when you pit them in an arena-type setting, head-to-head, of course the Spetznaz will win (which I think they would definitively against any opposition). If the show were being realistic, one of the primary weapons of the SF wouldn't be their gears or firearms-- it would be the trust and response of local nations, and the other primary would be a SOFLAM and an AC-130 or other air support, ha. So, first it would rain hell, and then there would be a coordinated attack with local nationals being directed by the team. Then of course, the Spetznaz could counter by bombing a whole village of innocents, trying to root out any insurgency

For the disasters themselves, I think a crippling epidemic is right at the top-- reason why H1N1s and Avian Flues are as scary as society makes them out to be. I think because we live in a state (nation-state) that is relatively well off, in terms of having vaccinations, clean water (for the most part), means of handling disease and disease spreading agents (like mosquitoes, etc), and decent sanitary processes, we don't see how bad it can be. Look at the factor of disease in the 2/3 of the world (that doesn't have the level of access Americans have), where its something like 80% of death is from infections or infectious disease. The different countries that make up West/East/South Africa are a good example of this. Also, look at the different areas that have been hit by natural disasters lately. Of course natural disasters increase the likelihood of spreading disease because of the worsened living conditions, lack of medical access, often time people are herded into larger communities-- the cholera breakout in Haiti (that's hit Port-Au-Prince) is a prime example in current events. The whooping cough being another issue on the west coast of the US-- and the massive increase of bed bugs throughout (not necessarily an issue, but an example of how quickly debilitating agents can circumnavigate the globe). The hard thing to discern, IMO, is whether disease would be the disaster itself that leads to other processes (like the supply-chain industry being devastated), or it would be a domino that's felled by another...

That last one brings me to tears [of joy] every time.

http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2010/10/1001027-rabies-influenza-zombie-virus-science/ --- Relatively short article, and more has to do with the fact that Halloween is around the corner than it being a serious one. The article doesn't really contain anything that hasn't been thought of before-- I'm just more/less surprised that Nat Geo would even take it seriously enough to "print." I agree with the last portion though of the article. As scary as a thought would be, a hemorrhagic virus that can cause extensive brain damage/paralysis that may cause zombie-like symptoms would probably kill itself off before becoming a full-blown epidemic. I'm not a virologist, but I've seen reports having to do with CBRN, specifically infectious disease in this case, and hemorrhagic-types aren't too much of a "threat" beyond the initial targets. Interesting read-- and if anything, definitely gets us prepared for The Walking Dead premiere!

Both are fallacies based on 'appeal to authority' and 'false alternatives'...

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Dumping gear is still an issue, especially in current operations that involve a lot of roadside work and air support. Because of this, a lot of manufacturers are coming up with "truck" bags that are specifically catered to hanging somewhere in a vehicle (or static location too), that can be grabbed quickly even if the primary is lost. The specific one I'm thinking of right now I can't seem to remember who manufacturers... but a more streamlined one is made by SOTech: http://www.skdtac.com/S_O_Tech_Go_Bag_p/sot.502.htm This is more of a "GO bag" but it can be utilized in the same manner (plus GO bags tend to be used in the same manner as truck bags). As for that rig you linked, that's the exact one I've been wanting, Harry. Seems really streamlined with the integral, individual mag pouches; plenty of molle space for GPs, map/intel, IFAK if need be, or more ammo; split-front is awesome and I think is almost integral now with how weighted rigs can get; and plenty of space on the back for a molle attaching bag or hydration pack (which I also think is integral). Also comes in two different models that can hold 6/8mags.

So, if we're talking about bolt actions, like the Savage, why post this under AR discussion? I think most people were jumping on the fact that you cannot have a telescopic stock on an AR because you posted under this forum.

Is this hickok45? (I'm on my phone in the middle of class, ha)

Just checked the weather, and it looks like Saturday will be a cool/cold one. The variation of temps is pretty tight, mostly around 55-- but at least there is no rain in the forecast! Personally, it seems like the perfect Fall weather.