the protection of D.A.D.

In an era hyper-conscious of self defense and full of methods to implement that, sometimes we forget there are people who just don’t care for firearms. I’m not suggesting they’re anti-gun, they’re just gun-shy. The fear of the noise associated with shooting, the fear of not being able to use it effectively in the heat of the moment, the fear of being disarmed by an assailant, the fear of the repercussions and legal issues if they were to actually shoot someone, and so on and so forth….these are very real anxieties for people and should not be belittled by those of us who are pro-gun and gun-aware. But when we take a close look at the options available in the less-lethal aisle, pickings are slim.

​There’s pepper spray, CS gas and tasers, and that’s it. It seems none of those are really that comforting: each has it’s own drawbacks as a standalone deterrent and has been adequately disproven to be effective against a truly determined attacker, but combined in a neat handheld package and bundled with a strobe light and automated GPS/SMS messaging, then you have an adequate substitute to a concealed handgun. The D.A.D (Defense Alert Device) is exactly that tool. For every gun-shy individual looking to protect body and soul without the side-effects of a discharged firearm, this IS the solution. Designed by a former LEO Randy Teig, it comes with a convenient strap so it can be securely handheld when you’re out for your run or hiking your favorite trail. The strobe is the first response, then the pepper spray, or you can send a discreet “I’m in danger” alert with the touch of a button, with or without releasing the spray. Also, the second either light of spray is activated D.A.D sends an emergency alert via your cell phone. The alert sends your GPS location to anyone with the D.A.D. app within a one mile radius, and to those in your D.A.D. contact list, regardless of distance. The D.A.D. alert prompts the receiver to call 911, and provides directions to your location, should the receiver be able to provide immediate assistance in person. Anyone with a smart phone can download the D.A.D. app with Crowd Alert™ today for free - when it comes to personal safety, we are all in this together. Download the app for free from the iTunes App Store for iPhones and Google Play App Store for Android phones. It is FREE whether you own a D.A.D.™ or not. 

Personally I think this is the best idea to be born in the less-lethal category in perhaps forever. And I’d urge those of us who ARE comfortable with carrying a firearm to download the D.A.D. app so you can be on hand to assist someone in need should the event arise - in this increasingly insecure world I’d say being there for others in dire need is more and more our civic duty. 

Contact TigerLight at for more information or use the link on the AFD less-lethal page. And have a happy Holidays! ED

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