Whether you are a covert operative behind enemy lines or a civilian cornered in a dark alley, the truth remains the same: high-stress situations will diminish your fine motor skills, leaving you with only gross motor responses and instinctive reactions.
Caster refers to the angle of the steering axis relative to a vehicle’s vertical axis when viewed from the side. Specifically, it’s the tilt of the steering pivot point, which can be either forward (negative caster) or backward (positive caster).
In the realm of personal defense, individuals often face situations where they are outmatched, whether by larger opponents, multiple adversaries, or the unpredictable nature of an unfamiliar environment.
In the field, an operative’s greatest asset is adaptability. You may find yourself in a hostile environment with no traditional tools of protection. When bullets are flying or an enemy with a knife is closing in
Covert operatives conduct a meticulous six-point room sweep upon entry, scanning high corners, low corners, entry and exit points, blind spots, and potential hiding places to detect threats or anomalies.
Your hand is an incredibly versatile tool, allowing you to perform many daily tasks without a second thought.
According to the Department of Justice, you have a greater than 50% chance of experiencing a violent attack at some point in your life.
And if you legally own a gun and maybe even a concealed weapons permit you probably believe you’re ready for whatever the bad guys can dish out.
Well, think again.
When you pick up a pen you are likely thinking of employing it to write something down or sign a document, but what if it could serve as a discrete self-defense tool?
Forty-nine years ago, I was a teenager avidly studying the combative arts for personal growth and self-defense. Never at that time did I realize that it was my true passion. And certainly did I not grasp how important that early beginning would be to shaping my future. During that time some of the biggest threats I had to consider were street confrontations with rival groups.
While travel can be exciting, it can sometimes lead to high-stakes situations, especially if you are in unfamiliar environments. From navigating through civil unrest and protestors, being the target of a sudden attack, or getting lost in a city or jungle, you may find yourself needing to make life-saving decisions on the spot.
