The TRVLSQD tab reminds me of all that our training group stands for. We support each other in all endeavors and most times it feels more like a family than a training group. The tab was created to promote the group and be worn by those in our tight community. I love putting it on […]
Morale Patches
Light <> Easy Patch
Light does not equal easy… no truer words were ever spoken. If you haven’t read my AAR of GORUCK Light 067 I highly suggest that you do. You’ll see that GORUCK Light isn’t as “light” as you may expect. In fact, the event should probably be called “GORUCK Challenge Minus 4 or 5 Hours” as […]
GORUCK Reverse Flag Patch (Red)
The GORUCK Reverse Flag patch in red was the first GORUCK patch I bought. It came with my GR1 and I wore it during Seattle GRC 053. Because of that it has always kind of a special place to me… at least more so than the other GORUCK Flag patches I own. I remember reading […]
Reaper (Arid) PVC Maxpedition Patch
I picked up the Reaper (in Arid) PVC patch from Maxpedition. I decided to get it for two reasons: first it has a lot of detail and second I strongly agree with the belief behind it. This quote from their website says it all, “(t)his PVC morale patch features an extraordinary depiction of the infamous […]
Caduceus (SWAT) PVC Maxpedition Patch
The Caduceus symbol is one of the more interesting symbols that has been used in the military. It was added to the uniform of medical officers in 1902 and has since been used as a medical symbol up to present day. In truth, Caduceus is the symbol of commerce and the Rod of Asclepius is […]
GORUCK Light 067 Patch
I finally got around to taking a picture of the GORUCK Light patch I received last Saturday (8/3/2013) with Seattle Class 067. Big Daddy put on an event that will easily stay in my memory forever. One of the huge differences with this class than any other event I’ve done is that my wife was […]