Featured The Big Lift Recoil Staff June 6, 2013 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. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. The Big Lift was founded back in February of this year in the UK by Ben Greer. It is a fundraising effort driven by Ben and his team walking (not tabbing, but good on you if you know what that means) one mile for each of the British MoD personnel killed in the current war in Afghanistan. British personnel have been deployed to Afghanistan alongside US and other Coalition personnel since the first days after 9/11/01 as a part of Operation Herrick. They have lost 440 troops KIA to date. What is important to note about Ben's effort is that he will be carrying 100kg (that's roughly 220lbs), which is the approximate weight of a British soldier in full loadout. It is symbolic of evacuating a casualty from the battlefield. Ben and his team will be carrying that 100kg near 100 locations around the United Kingdom, each near a town or base where the fallen lived and worked. They hope to raise a substantial amount of money for the various forces' Benevolent Funds, which are branch-specific charities administered by the Army, Navy, etc. to assist and support the survivors of British military personnel killed in the service of their country. Anyone who wishes to do so is welcome to walk a mile or more alongside the team. Note – in these pictures Ben is carrying his load in a Karrimor SF bergen, a Sabre 80-130, donated by the company to help his efforts. 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.
