Travis Pike is a lifelong shooter who just happened to be mediocre enough with a gun and a keyboard to combine the two and write. He currently teaches concealed carry courses and enjoys spending time on Florida’s Nature Coast. He is interested in helping folks protect themselves with firearms and shoot better at the range.
Experience
- USMC veteran (2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years)
- Deployed to Afghanistan (2009 & 2011)
- Machine Gunner
- Trained with Romanian Army, Spanish Marines, Emirate Marines, & Afghan National Army
- Expert Rifle Badge USMC
- NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
- Concealed Carry Instructor
- Freelance writer
- Gun University
- The National Interest
- AmmoLand
- Truth About Guns
- The Armory Life
- GunMag Warehouse
- Task & Purpose
- Recoil
- Pew Pew Tactical
Get latest articles from Travis Pike
Pro Shooter Drills That Will Transform Your Range Time
2 months ago
Get measurable results at the range with drills from the experts. Learn the same exercises used by USPSA Grand Masters and special forces instructors. (Read)
Calico M950 Review: An Overlooked Gem?
2 months ago
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We go hands-on with the unique and discontinued Calico M950 to see how it works and how it performs in 2026. (Read)
Best PSA JAKL [Hands-On Tested]
2 months ago
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In this article we dive into the Palmetto State Armory JAKL to see how it works and what it is as we compare three different models. (Read)
Choosing the Best CCW Caliber For You
2 months ago
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Choosing the right CCW caliber can seem daunting, but we have a list of the most popular cartridges with the info you need to pick the right one for you. (Read)
Prepping Your PCC for Home Defense
2 months ago
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So you have PCC, but how do you get it ready to defend your home? We have recommendations on building your perfect home defense PCC! (Read)
[Review] Benelli M4 EXT: Better Than the Original?
3 months ago
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Benelli's M4 EXT is a more modern take on the beloved M4 platform; but does this new shotgun outperform the original? We took it to the range to find out. (Read)
Mantis TitanX Review: Best Laser Trainer?
3 months ago
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We took the new Mantis TitanX laser training device for a spin to see if this Glock-like laser trainer actually improves shooting skills. (Read)
Swampfox Warhorse 1-6x24 [Review]: Battle Steed or Pony?
3 months ago
We take a look at how the budget-minded Swampfox Warhorse LPVO holds up after a year of testing and more than 1000 rounds. (Read)
Best Guns to Form 1: $0 Tax Stamps Are Here!
3 months ago
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With tax stamps now $0, we pulled together a list of the best (and easiest) guns to SBR or SBS with a Form 1! (Read)
All About Cartridge Cases: A Look at Coatings, Shapes, & Materials
4 months ago
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In this article, we take a deep dive into the different types of ammo casings, coatings, case rims, and how they affect every round. (Read)
Glock Switches: A Full Breakdown Â
4 months ago
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What is a Glock switch and why has it gotten so much attention recently? We break down exactly what they are and why they are illegal. (Read)
Beretta 30X Tomcat Review: A New Nod To Old Nostalgia
5 months ago
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Dive into our hands-on review of the Beretta 30X Tomcat - Beretta's new and updated version of a concealed carry classic. (Read)
