What's new at CrosshairTraditional vs New Age Self Defense
The alternative self defense product, stun gun, requires a bit of introduction... (read more)
Pepper Spray vs. Stun Guns - Which Is More Effective?
Pepper spray is a long-range self-defense spray (up to 15 feet). The defender holds the spray canister towards the attacker? face and empties the canister. It is messy, but effective... (read more)
Womens Self-Defense - Why Most Programs Are Wrong
Women's self defense issues are constantly in the news and a 'hot' topic for conversations. It seems that everyone from police officers to karate instructors has his or her own philosophy and theories about the how's and why's of self defense for women... (read more)
Catholic Self Defense
Note: I wrote this essay regarding the development of Tekkenryu jujutsu. However, I think it is applicable for all methods of self defense. It may also explain why martial arts are the way they are... (read more)
Martial Arts and The Bible
As a Christian and a martial arts student, I have often wrestled with the idea of self-defense. Does God expect me to defend my family and myself when physically attacked or am I to? urn the other cheek?and endure it in the name of Jesus? As I... (read more)
Dodge Design Statement Shatters Conventions - Parts Trains High Quality Dodge Parts are Bestsellers
Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President - Design, Chrysler Group, is quoted as saying;? ith its bold styling and clever packaging, Caliber is pure Dodge.?istinctive Dodge Caliber concept was unveiled at the 75th annual Geneva International Motor Show... (read more)
Safety Awareness & Self Defense: Circle of Safety
Safety Awareness & Self Defense is the responsibility of each individual. Knowing your surroundings and being aware of potential dangers is your first step towards self-defense... (read more)
Simple Self Defense Tips For Women
You want to know some simple self-defense tips for women, but you are not sure where to go to get the information. Well there are things that you can do as women to prepare against threats... (read more)
Emotion-Based Defensive Response (Part 1)
When discussing self-defense training, we really need to be discussing more than just learning some tricks and techniques for dodging punches or escaping locks and holds... (read more)
Self Protectection And the Types Of Pepper Spray
Pepper sprays represent one of the best means of self-defense for both individuals and law enforcement agents, for they quickly eliminate threats without inflicting long term damage... (read more)
The Benefits of Pepper Spray Rings
Pepper spray is the most popular self-defense spray available today. Its cayenne pepper-derived chemical compound causes massive dilation of the capillaries in the pupils, and acute inflammation of the lining in the bronchial tubes of the respiratory... (read more)
The Three Sure Fire Ways to Teach Your Child About Safety
We understand that for your child to be truly “Kid Safe” that they must understand and use two types of self defense... (read more)
Pepper Spray Or Stun Guns?
If you are serious about self defense, and you want to take a non-lethal approach, you will have a choice between only a few items that can stop an attacker in his/her tracks.You have a right to protect yourself and those you love... (read more)
Spousal Emotional Abuse During Divorce--What You Can Do
Is your spouse violent, abusive, harassing? In cases of harassment or violence there are legal remedies and there are practical things you can and must do for yourself. This is not about reaching agreement--these are strategies for self-defense... (read more)
How to Protect Yourself With Pepper Spray
Pepper spray protection is the most popular self-defense tool of choice for both women and men. This is because pepper spray protection is convenient to carry, easy to deploy, and effective at stopping attackers. It is legal in most states... (read more)
The 7 Keys to Martial Arts Speed
Regardless of your martial arts style or method...you cannot apply it unless you can react quickly and respond instantly. Speed is critical for success in competition and self-defense... (read more)
Verbal Self Defense? A Critical Factor in Self Defense for Women
Verbal self defense, the use of your voice in a threatening situation, is an extremely important tool in protecting yourself. How? Uncommon to popular belief, criminals do not pounce on an individual when the mood strikes them... (read more)
How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense Equipment
The most common place to buy martial arts or self defense equipment is in the local dojo. Most dojos, training centers, etc., have a small store where you can buy or order the martial arts or self defense equipment you need for your practice... (read more)
A Common Question: Should I Use Mace or Pepper Spray?
Pepper spray is a generic term for all self-defense sprays that contain oleoresin capsicum, a carrier, and a propellant. Oleoresin capsicum is the active ingredient in pepper spray, harvested or derived from cayenne peppers or other peppers... (read more)
Why Most Womens Self Defense Programs Are Wrong
In the world of women's self-defense training, there are two generally accepted "schools" of thought... (read more)
Traditional vs. New Age Self Defense
The alternative self defense product, stun gun, requires a bit of introduction. A lot of people when they first hear the term? tun gun? they actually think of the little gadget featured in many science fiction movies... (read more)
Verbal Self Defense: A Critical Factor in Self Defense for Women
Verbal self defense, the use of your voice in a threatening situation, is an extremely important tool in protecting yourself... (read more)
Judo Nagewaza (Throwing Technique) In The Street
How practical are throwing techniques (nagewaza) for self-defense or street-fighting? NOT VERY!The Japanese themselves have a saying, "One year for newaza (ground technique), TEN YEARS for nagewaza (Throwing technique)"... (read more)
A Guide to Pepper Spray Laws
Pepper spray is the most popular self-defense weapon, but it is not legal in all states. At the time of publication of this writing, common pepper spray law was that you are allowed to carry it in all states... (read more)
Student Safety Tips
Getting an education theses days is tuff enough. Between paying tuition, bills, school supplies and hours of studying, students have to watch out for their safety as well! Students can? count on campus security as they never seem to be around when... (read more)
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