These items are legendary in the military community because they are cheap, indestructible, and solve real-world problems.

: Ask any veteran what their favorite piece of gear is, and 90% will say the Woobie . It’s a quilted nylon blanket that is lightweight, surprisingly warm even when wet, and dries in minutes.

: Regular paper turns to mush the second it gets humid. These all-weather notebooks allow you to take notes in a literal downpour using a pencil or specialized pen. The Big Ticket Upgrades