{"id":110201,"date":"2020-07-23T15:35:36","date_gmt":"2020-07-23T15:35:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/militarytimes\/uncategorized\/2020\/07\/23\/the-5-items-you-need-to-survive-social-unrest\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T12:31:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T12:31:55","slug":"the-5-items-you-need-to-survive-social-unrest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/militarytimes\/off-duty\/gearscout\/2020\/07\/23\/the-5-items-you-need-to-survive-social-unrest\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 items you need to survive social unrest"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s face it, you can be minding your own business and get caught off-guard at any moment. Currently, we are experiencing increased violence across the country and sustained social unrest. Being prepared can help prevent injury or death when masked maniacs come your way. Just so it\u2019s said, avoid protests and social unrest zones! Generally speaking, <b>always avoid stupid places at stupid times with stupid people<\/b>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some items that help deter hostile intent, prevent injury, and fend off pricks trying to turn your good day bad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>BEAR SPRAY<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"974\" height=\"1500\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SABRE-Frontiersman-Bear-Spray-times-2.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Sabre Frontiersman Bear Spray\" class=\"wp-image-100974\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SABRE-Frontiersman-Bear-Spray-times-2.jpg.jpg 974w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SABRE-Frontiersman-Bear-Spray-times-2.jpg.jpg?resize=195,300 195w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SABRE-Frontiersman-Bear-Spray-times-2.jpg.jpg?resize=768,1183 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/SABRE-Frontiersman-Bear-Spray-times-2.jpg.jpg?resize=665,1024 665w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 974px) 100vw, 974px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you find yourself outnumbered and\/or surrounded, a can of bear spray will stop them in their tracks. It\u2019s all-natural, sprays 30 feet, and doesn\u2019t require a concealed-carry permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000H7N26A\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=gearscout03-20&#038;linkId=f5890b68e2453b78fa9922df81676593&#038;language=en_US&#038;utm_source=Sailthru&#038;utm_medium=email&#038;utm_campaign=GearScout%2007.09.20&#038;utm_term=Editorial%20-%20GearScout%20Weekly\" target=_blank>Shop Sabre Frontiersman 2-pack, $67.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>MOUTHPIECE<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"467\" height=\"308\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shock-Doctor-Gel-Max-Mouth-Guard.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Shock Doctor Gel Max Mouth Guard\" class=\"wp-image-100978\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shock-Doctor-Gel-Max-Mouth-Guard.jpg.jpg 467w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Shock-Doctor-Gel-Max-Mouth-Guard.jpg.jpg?resize=300,198 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 467px) 100vw, 467px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019ve been carrying one for years\u2014it prevents most fights from ever starting. It\u2019s tactical deception: Overtly throw it in your mouth, and your adversary will think you\u2019re fucking crazy and move on to easier prey. And if they do hit you, it\u2019s a shock absorber for your brain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00I1BDJ44\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=gearscout03-20&#038;linkId=3963cba0939e3b4ec9d0922a8db0be7f&#038;language=en_US&#038;utm_source=Sailthru&#038;utm_medium=email&#038;utm_campaign=GearScout%2007.09.20&#038;utm_term=Editorial%20-%20GearScout%20Weekly\" target=_blank>Shop Shock Doctor Gel Max Mouth Guard, $13.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>FIRE EXTINGUISHER<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"379\" height=\"1050\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/First-Alert-Fire-Extinguisher.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"First Alert fire extinguisher\" class=\"wp-image-100979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/First-Alert-Fire-Extinguisher.jpg.jpg 379w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/First-Alert-Fire-Extinguisher.jpg.jpg?resize=108,300 108w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/First-Alert-Fire-Extinguisher.jpg.jpg?resize=370,1024 370w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 379px) 100vw, 379px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Molotov cocktails are the most popular protest weapon. Quickly putting out a fire can be the difference between life and death. Plus, these are just good to have around regardless of hooligans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000P0DPGQ\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=gearscout03-20&#038;linkId=1c577127e974dff6bab7bcb1bccb0ec1&#038;language=en_US&#038;utm_source=Sailthru&#038;utm_medium=email&#038;utm_campaign=GearScout%2007.09.20&#038;utm_term=Editorial%20-%20GearScout%20Weekly\" target=_blank>Shop First Alert fire extinguisher, from $28.53.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>RUNNING SHOES<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1007\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Salomon-Mens-Speedcross-4-Trail-Running-Shoes.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Salomon Men's Speedcross 4 Trail Running Shoes\" class=\"wp-image-100980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Salomon-Mens-Speedcross-4-Trail-Running-Shoes.jpg.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Salomon-Mens-Speedcross-4-Trail-Running-Shoes.jpg.jpg?resize=300,201 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Salomon-Mens-Speedcross-4-Trail-Running-Shoes.jpg.jpg?resize=768,516 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Salomon-Mens-Speedcross-4-Trail-Running-Shoes.jpg.jpg?resize=1024,687 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should always wear shoes you can run or fight in\u2014not flip-flops or high heels. Exiting the scene as quickly as possible should always be your first choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B017SQX1AY\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=gearscout03-20&#038;linkId=02768b823fc40d98fd2361bbc3994e34&#038;language=en_US&#038;utm_source=Sailthru&#038;utm_medium=email&#038;utm_campaign=GearScout%2007.09.20&#038;utm_term=Editorial%20-%20GearScout%20Weekly\" target=_blank>Salomon Men\u2019s Speedcross 4 Trail Running Shoes, from $78.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>HOODIE AND MASK<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Violent-Nomad-core-hoodie.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"Violent Nomad Core Hoodie\" class=\"wp-image-100981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Violent-Nomad-core-hoodie.jpg.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Violent-Nomad-core-hoodie.jpg.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Violent-Nomad-core-hoodie.jpg.jpg?resize=300,300 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Violent-Nomad-core-hoodie.jpg.jpg?resize=768,768 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blend in! Keep a set in your car, purse or man bag. Remember, law enforcement will not like your new outfit, so don\u2019t do anything stupid while escaping the protest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/violentnomad.com\/collections\/apparel\/products\/violent-nomad-core-hoodie?utm_source=Sailthru&#038;utm_medium=email&#038;utm_campaign=GearScout%2007.09.20&#038;utm_term=Editorial%20-%20GearScout%20Weekly\" target=_blank>Shop Violent Nomad Core Hoodie, $40.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><i>Sightline Media Group, LLC writes about products and services to help our readers navigate when shopping online. Sightline Media Group, LLC may receive a share of revenue from our affiliate partners if you purchase products or contract services through our links.<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wherever you stand on the protests that have upended this country, you need these 5 useful (and surprising) items to stay 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