Defense Congratulations To All Who Completed Best Ranger Recoil Staff April 24, 2013 1 Comments, Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More The staff of RECOIL congratulates Sgt. 1st Class Raymond M. Santiago and Sgt. 1st Class Timothy S. Briggs, winners of last week’s 2013 David E. Granger Best Ranger Competition. Likewise we extend our respect and admiration to Sgt. 1st Class John M. Gendron and Sgt. 1st Class Joshua Horsager of the 75th Ranger Regiment, who awarded second place, as well as Sgt. 1st Class Samuel E. Leritz and Staff Sgt. Christopher Brousard (also representing Ft. Benning’s 75th Ranger Regiment). 24 of the 49 teams who started the grueling 3-day, 60-hour event made it across the finish line. All of them were recognized at an awards ceremony at Marshall Auditorium at Ft. Benning’s McGinnis-Wickam Hall. Colloquially knows as Best Ranger, the David E. Granger Best Ranger Competition was envisioned in 1981 as a “Ranger Olympics”. Using events designed to exhaust competitors both mentally and physically while challenging their technical proficiency to the utmost, the goal of Best Ranger is to identify the best two man Ranger team in the Army. There are typically over two dozen events in the competition schedule, including such tests as the Prusik Climb, Weapons Assembly, Urban Obstacle Course, Water Confidence Course, and Day- and Night-Orienteering. Read more here and here—see more photos here. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
