Lucky strikes, no I am not referring to tobacco!

- Never Stop Dreaming -

After auditioning my Westone UM3X which I bought while I was in SG for about 3 weeks, I found the sound coming outta the right IEM to be very slightly soft as compared to the left IEM, probably about 2 ~ 5% while listening to various music in a completely quiet room in the middle of the night when I can hear myself breathing. Though it was only very slight, or maybe it might have been my right ear having problems but nonetheless, it was just that little bit of discerning that got me send an email to Westone requesting their professional advise. They offered a full exchange of the product completely free of charge but since I had bought this amazing and very expensive high end IEM in SG, and had since returned to Japan. Wasn't an issue with the amazing guys at Westone who referred my case to the Japanese since and had a brand new factory sealed set sent to my doorstep after I dropped them my USED ones! Amazing service I would say...no hassle not much questions asked...

Then I went online to buy a pair of tactical pants after doing some critical research before I settled on the 5.11 Taclite Pro Pant in coyote. They had a free TDU belt promotion sometime back for a limited period of time and I thought that was like way ages ago. Ordered the pant and was hesitant about buying a TDU belt and thank GOD I didn't order the belt because the 5.11 Taclite Pro Pant came with the belt...nice! Many raving reviews can be found in Youtube and on the net itself so go get a cheap affordable pair while stock last. The TDU belt is built like a tank with non metallic materials so you can pass thru airport securities without removing your belt. Thick and insanely tough but yet soft and flexible except the tip which is hardened to allow smooth access thru the heavy duty bomb proof plastic buckle and belt loops. It is also strong enuff to hold up all your tactical gear like pouches, cuffs and gun holsters.

The pant is constructed of rip-stop material consisting of 65% polyester and 35% cotton which is ideal for the hot summer. Man I really need to ditch my jeans in the washer soon...The 5.11 Taclite Pro Pant is relatively light and has enuff pockets to hold lots of stuff like a regular cargo pant. It's also compatible with tactical knee pad inserts and has loop holes at the bottom for draw strings. The pant comes factory treated with Teflon for some waterproof, stains and wind protection but only time will tell if they really work. Overall it's a super value-for-money tactical cargo pant that is both discreet and simple for all the rugged outdoors.

Next on my line up would be an upgrade of insoles from Superfeet for my desert boots.