Extreme Outfitters has just begun offering the new T Series Sleeping Bags from Tactical Assault Systems. The bags range in size and temp ratings and include the T2 (10°C/50°F), T3 (0°C/32°F), T4 (-10°C/14°F), and T5 (-20°C/-4°F) bags.
Utilizing Dupont® Thermolite® Extreme® insulation, the T Series offer excellent compressibility. Additionally, the rectangular compression sack allows the stored bag to pack easier by eliminating dead space in your pack. All bags in the T Series have a couple of innovative features including a zip-in/zip-out removable bug net as well as a zip-in/zip-out thermal head cover. Based on combat lessons learned the bags have a Velcro/Snap closure system in addition to the zipper allowing the operator to escape the bag quickly.
Through the month of July Extreme will be selling these at 25% OFF retail as an introductory special. They are available now in Black or OD from www.extremeoutfitters.us.
A recent editorial in the Coastal Maine’s “The Times Record” makes the case that the Berry Amendment is an important, valid rule for procuring Soldier equipment. But the author brings up an interesting pint which is that there is currently a Berry waiver for athletic footwear. Fortunately, Sen Susan Collins, (R-Maine) along with other Congressional members are asking DoD why.
According to the editorial, the Pentagon is hiding behind the contention that one shoe will not do it all. Hopefully, this isn’t their real fall back position as they don’t rely on one boot to do it all. Why would they expect one running shoe to be all things to all service members?
Apparently, Senator Collins was satisfied with this answer either so she inserted language into the Fiscal Year 2012 National Defense Authorization bill requiring them to provide the proof that there are no American made athletic shoes that fit the bill.
Lest we forget to mention New Balance happens to make running shoes right here in the US of A.
To celebrate the upcoming celebration of the birth of our nation, McNett brand Outgo have teamed with SSD to sponsor a great contest. We’ve been using McNett personal care products in the field for years and they are top notch. Now, they have been specialty branded as Outgo which will make them easier to identify.
This July 4th we’re celebrating 235 years of freedom. What better time to go all out and show your patriotism? Submit a photo, video, or story showing your spirit for a chance to win one of ten Outgo Prize Packages to help you take care in the field. Each Outgo Prize Package includes:
The Department of Justice recently announced that Ultralife Corporation has agreed to pay $2.7 million to resolve allegations that the battery manufacturer violated the False Claims Act.
In an investigation conducted by the Defense Contract Audit Agency, the DCIS, and the US Army Criminal Investigation Command it was found that Ultralife employees knowingly provided failed to provide current, accurate and complete cost and pricing data related to three contracts with the US Army to provide Ultralife’s lithium-manganese dioxide non-rechargeable batteries that are used in a variety of military applications. They gave government contracting personnel with false certifications concerning the company’s cost and pricing information, which was not current, accurate and complete as required by law. As a result of the defective price disclosures, the Army paid inflated prices for the batteries it purchased.
“Contractors who improperly pass inflated costs on to the American taxpayers undermine the public’s trust,†said Tony West, Assistant Attorney General for the Justice Department’s Civil Division. “This case demonstrates the Justice Department’s commitment to holding accountable contractors who attempt to overcharge the government for purchases.â€
“Those who work for the government as contractors have a duty of honesty to the American taxpayers, said US Attorney for the Western District of New York William J. Hochul Jr. “We will continue to use the False Claims Act and all other civil legal tools at our disposal to address contractors that seek to avoid their disclosure obligations when selling products to the United States government.â€
“The American taxpayer expects the Department of Defense and the Defense Criminal Investigative Service to be champions of fiscal accountability and acquisition integrity,†said Edward T. Bradley, Special Agent in Charge, Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), Northeast Field Office. “Today’s settlement is evidence of the commitment of the Defense Criminal Investigative Service to vigorously investigate procurement fraud allegations.”
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FaceBook user Stevewebstlouis created this variation on a theme for Triple Aught Design. Not only are the colors tacticool but it is customized with special design elements. Best of all, it works. Get your QR code at qrcode.kaywa.com. But, you’ll have to find somebody to customize it.
In addition to the East and West Warrior Expos ADS is known for their base level shows. However, this year they have done something completely new. Twice now ADS has taken their thing on the road and gone directly to the troops in Afghanistan.
First, with Operation Lombardi, ADS sponsored a get together in celebration of Super Bowl XLV. Then, over Memorial Day weekend ADS held their first Warrior Expo Afghanistan on Camp Vance, Bagram AFB. This two day vendor show was host to several hundred Soldiers, Airmen, Marines, and Navy. Both of these events were phenomenal for the vendors involved as they were able to interact directly with deployed forces.
The 52 Page Catalog features 48 new products including:
• PICO Plate Carrier and Accessories
• GPC Plate Carrier
• 22 New pouches
• Medical Waist Pack
• Escape and Evasion Bag
• Lightweight Assault Pack, Jumpable
• 7.62 Designated Marksmen Kit (M110 or SCAR-H)
• COMA (Combat Optimized Modular Assault System) and Accessories
• TYR’s new line of Tactical Chest Rigs
According to Tyr, look for hard copies of the catalog to begin mailing the first week of July.
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Mark Llano, CEO and President of Source One Distributors was recently awarded the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2011 Florida Award in the Distribution and Manufacturing category. In its 25th year, the award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who demonstrate excellence and extraordinary success in such areas as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. Award selections are made by an independent panel of judges.
“I am extremely humbled by this award,†said Source One CEO & President, Mark Llano, “And I am also extremely proud of my team at Source One, as I would not be here without them. I started Source One with the mission of providing improved distribution, best of class equipment and quality customer service to today’s war fighter. Since then, we have been blessed with the opportunity affiliating ourselves with people of the highest caliber to further support our Military and our country. The Ernst & Young award is representative of all that we have accomplished together at Source One in the last 8 years to help our troops come back safe and sound. In addition, I’d like to dedicate this award to the men and women who are fighting for our great country, they are the true winners.â€
As a Florida award recipient, Mr. Llano is now eligible for consideration for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2011 National Award. Winners will be announced at the annual awards gala in Palm Springs, California, on November 12, 2011. Past winners include Howard Schultz of Starbucks Coffee Company, Arthur M. Blank of AMB Group, LLC (Home Depot, Atlanta Falcons), Pierre Omidyar of eBay, Inc., Ruth Fertel of Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Inc., Maxine Clark of Build-a-Bear Workshop, Tom Adams of Rosetta Stone Inc., and Matt Szulik of Red Hat, Inc. That’s some pretty distinguished company.
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