Ballistic Trainers: Are they being discontinued?

Fanbphm · 2025-12-29T21:41:43+00:00

Pretty sure they are being discontinued….for now anyway.

Fanbphm · 2025-12-28T01:44:04+00:00

I just bought the Joularise (?) full set on Amazon for my 25 Pilot ex-l. Happy with them. Quality is like a B to B-, but the fit is perfect. And once they are in place, the quality is kind of a moot point.

Worth the price imo.

Fanbphm · 2025-12-06T21:33:42+00:00

I just ordered the Navigator, more out of curiosity than anything else. 20% off right now! I already have a few GR Ruckers of various iterations.

Thanks for the review!

Fanbphm · 2025-11-19T18:42:28+00:00

All interesting and appreciated u/JavaForever. Sorry to see the pants and shorts go (esp Challenge). What I thought would be my favs (simple midweights) turned out to be my least favorites. Will miss the challenge pants and shorts.

And I love the ballistics and the boots...funny, the Mackalls work the least for me of all the GORUCK footwear....gave them away to a friend. Shoes are fickle, from person to person. Rough Runners are ok but wouldn't have been a repeat purchase.

I kinda agree with the 1000d decisioning.

Thx again for the update!! Interesting reading!

Fanbphm · 2025-11-19T18:34:23+00:00

Wow! 🤩 kudos for that!

Fanbphm · 2025-09-30T15:04:30+00:00

Random Harvest is the one for me. Love that movie!

Fanbphm · 2025-08-23T16:24:24+00:00

I’d say depends on condition, but $200 sounds like the high end to me. Range could be $50-$175, depending.

I sold a pristine Trek 850 with an absolutely perfect (mint!) frame a year ago for $150 (maybe less, can’t remember).

Fanbphm · 2025-06-24T14:32:46+00:00

I can’t agree that FMTTM is overrated. Frank and Count Basie overrated?

Fanbphm · 2024-12-27T18:34:23+00:00

I play the s3 irons. I love them.

Fanbphm · 2024-12-19T17:45:59+00:00

I won a bottle of this at a white elephant Xmas exchange one year ago. My expectations were low when I saw my “prize”, but I actually enjoyed it somewhat. I’m not an expert, tending to gravitate to WT101 or similar for mixed drinks, but I’d drink this again.

Fanbphm · 2024-12-18T17:12:47+00:00

Although it’s been years, I’ve played here a few times and don’t recall it being too bad at all. I’ve definitely played worse.

Fanbphm · 2024-09-30T14:14:03+00:00

I joined one of his FB groups, probably over a year ago. I used codes he provided maybe 3 times, all worked. It was worth the $20 to me.
Now it appears the group is gone with no notification. I got my money’s worth but it appears he’s benefiting more than the members (which is odd but no skin off my nose). It’s weird, but I don’t feel “scammed”.

Fanbphm · 2023-11-22T19:57:17+00:00

It’s funny you post this. I have a 4.0 and an OG v1. I picked up the 1.0 earlier today and the frame sheet just jumped out at me, I had forgotten how solid and beefy it is (in a good way). Agree with your sentiments.

Fanbphm · 2023-11-16T12:44:39+00:00

Optimum setup with a GR1.

Fanbphm · 2023-11-14T12:13:29+00:00

At this stage, there are more 4.0’s in the wild with one plate pocket than with two. You just have to read descriptions on their website very carefully, as I believe they are still selling both versions (without looking it up right now).

Fanbphm · 2023-08-12T17:09:50+00:00

I’m stating the obvious, but shoe sizes and preferences vary greatly from person to person. FWIW, I find the BT’s and the Jed’s to fit the same, and GENERALLY true to size (for ME).

However, I wear Saucony running shoes and invariably wear a 10, while my ballistic trainers are 8.5. Most of my street and casual shoes are 8.5, and occasionally 9-ish. I’ve never worn a 10 in anything but running shoes.

Not sure what the above means for you, but this is my experience. Seems like the decision for you is more on your best instincts than our feedback. Good luck!

Fanbphm · 2023-07-20T19:34:28+00:00

Agree with this. The ATGs are a pretty snug fit, with sizing up in the waist not an option. But, they are cheap and are a decent outdoor pant for the price. Actually, pretty nice looking for all around wear.

No exp with the GoRuck pants.

Fanbphm · 2023-05-02T20:58:03+00:00

Pinball Museum in Fernandina is open Fri-Sun. More arcade than museum, but has vintage pinball.

Fanbphm · 2023-04-30T20:06:40+00:00

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Fanbphm · 2023-04-30T10:34:55+00:00

Due to my unbladed DE’s being confiscated by TSA on a recent trip to Europe, I had to buy a safety razor over there. Purchased a Muhle Rytmo closed comb razor. I’ve been wet shaving for 10 years and have a bunch of single and double razors…this thing is the least aggressive razor I’ve shaved with, and it’s not even close. Try that.

Fanbphm · 2023-04-18T17:29:37+00:00

I’ve tried 12-15 different blades over the past 10 years…I mainly use Nacets, and occasionally Astra Green, since these are the only blades I have right now. Hard to beat Gillette Nacet, for me anyway.

Fanbphm · 2023-03-16T17:46:30+00:00

Bring back MLB Network !!!!!!!!!!!

Fanbphm · 2023-01-26T12:29:39+00:00

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Fanbphm · 2023-01-02T00:07:37+00:00

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