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MultiCam Materials – 1000D Cordura

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

This is the first in a series of bi-weekly articles presented by Duro Textiles LLC on the various fabrics they offer in the MultiCam camouflage pattern. MultiCam is a single camouflage pattern designed to help the wearer hide in varied environments, seasons, elevations, and light conditions. After a great deal of commercial success and adoption by elements of US Special Operations Forces, in 2010 MultiCam was selected for use by the US Army as its Operation Enduring Freedom Camouflage Pattern (OCP).

Here you can see the US Army’s Medium Rucksack designed for use in Afghanistan. Designed to carry up to 60 pounds, the Medium Rucksack utilizes a special U-shaped frame that cradles the rear armor plate of an IOTV. The pack is produced as part of the MOLLE contact by both BAE Systems and ATK Eagle.

1000D Cordura is the most ubiquitous MultiCam fabric in use. It is also the heaviest MultiCam fabric. Due to its high abrasion resistance it has been adopted for use by the US Army for use in their MOLLE systems including packs and pouches. It is coated on the back side for water resistance and the the face features a a durable water repellent finish.

Specs:
Finished Width – 60 inches cuttable
Finished Weight – 9.8 oz/ydÂ² approximately
Fiber Content – 100% nylon
Construction – 35/30 (warp/fill)
Breaking Strength – 593/580 (warp/fill) (lbs, minimum)

Duro offers progressive pricing based on the number of yards ordered. For more information on this or any of the full line of MultiCam fabrics visit www.multicamfabric.com or email Galpen_Ben@DuroLink.com.

Tags: Cordura, Crye Precision, Duro Textiles LLC, Multicam
Posted in Materials, Multicam | 5 Comments »

Mandatory Eye and Ear Pro Means Everyone

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

This photo, posted on Facebook by the 3rd BCT (Bronco Brigade) 25th ID was provided to them by LTC Lowe, TF Steel commander. It was taken at the FOB Fenty PAX terminal and is of MAJ Timmy, their combat stress dog. He’s setting the example by wearing Eye and Ear pro when he flies. Make sure you wear yours…

Stay Safe guys!

Thanks FormerDirtDart for the tip…

Posted in Eyepro, Morale | 9 Comments »

Tactical Distributors Kicks Off 8 Weeks of Tax Savings

Monday, February 6th, 2012

Starting February 6th, Tactical Distributors will offer a Tax Refund Sale. For the next 8 weeks they will have a sale the first 3 days of each week (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday). They’ve just begun week 1 with 17% off all Socks. Just enter the code TAX12 at checkout and 17% will be taken off all socks in your cart!

www.tacticaldistributors.com

Tags: Tactical Distributors
Posted in Clothing, Deal of the Week | 1 Comment »

Marine Corps Going Long on RAT Boots

Monday, February 6th, 2012

The Marine Corps is getting ready issue a solicitation for a full and open competition for both Temperate Weather and Hot Weather Rugged All Terrain Boots. Just a few years ago the Marines began their love affair with the retro look (and construction) of the RAT Boot. They’ve had a couple of contractors build the boots but haven’t been very happy with the product. Rather than look at the 19th century construction of the boots as the real culprit they decided to treat at least one vendor with disdain publicly and blame them. But, I’ve heard from more than one company building them that the boot’s design is the issue.

Originally innovated by Danner for the Marine Corps, the RAT is available in both Hot Weather and Temperate versions with the Temperate model incorporating a Gore-tex liner. It features a lace to toe system with a flex â€œVâ€ notch. It also features a heel and toe counter that helps resist abrasion. Overall, it’s a great looking boot. As you probably know, Marine Corps combat footwear is “Olive” (originally Olive Mojave) in color but it really resembles Coyote. Additionally, he heel is branded with the Eagle Globe and Anchor insignia. The boot has a couple of great features but the stitch down construction between the sole and upper remains troublesome.

The Marine Corps anticipates a maximum quantity of 325,000 Boots consisting of 162,500 pairs TW and 162,500 pairs HW. With shrinking demand for military footwear it will be interesting to see which companies are willing to dance with the devil on this one.

The actual solicitation hasn’t been released yet but you can read the per-solicitation here.

Posted in Boots, MARCORSYSCOM | 22 Comments »

CamoRigs Has Lots In Stock

Monday, February 6th, 2012

Since CamoRigs’ grand opening last summer, they have added a lot of inventory.

They offer United Parachute Technologies Vector containers in Genuine Crye MultiCam, Desert and Woodland MARPAT (Commercial), as well as other patterns. Additionally, CamoRigs offers their proprietary Magnetic Slider Trap.

www.camorigs.com

Tags: CamoRigs
Posted in Camo, Parachuting | 3 Comments »

BCS Integrating A-TACS AU & FG Webbing

Monday, February 6th, 2012

Beez Combat Systems has just announced that they are now integrating A-TACS AU and FG webbing on their entire line of products in A-TACS camouflage.

www.beezcombatsystems.com

Tags: A-TACS, Beez Combat Systems
Posted in Camo | Comments Off on BCS Integrating A-TACS AU & FG Webbing

Purchase a Team X-T.R.E.M.E. Cool Max T and Support Their Events

Monday, February 6th, 2012

Purchase an official Team X-T.R.E.M.E. Cool Max shirt and show your support for their events.

Extreme Outfitters prides itself for doing as much, if not more than any company in this industry to keep awareness for our wounded troops going. They’d like to encourage our readers to follow Team X-T.R.E.M.E. and their events on their official Facebook page: facebook.com/extremeoutfitters.

Over the next 3 months, Extreme Outfitters will be sponsoring and attending the Bataan Death March with Team X-T.R.E.M.E., The Citadel Bulldog Challenge at the Citadel as well as Takin Bacon in Eastern North Carolina. A portion of every purchase from Extreme Outfitters, goes towards these many events they sponsor.

In addition to getting a great, fully embroidered Cool Max Tshirt, you’ll directly support Team X-T.R.E.M.E. Extreme Outfitters will also send you a VIP key ring card along with the shirt. This card attaches right to your keychain and can be used for extra savings and discounts at their Camp Lejeune Location, their NEW 20,000 sq ft Ft Benning Facility as well as online. Also, look for more Extreme Outfitters locations popping up around the country soon!

There is only a limited amount of shirts available so act fast. These are going for under $40 and a Cool Max T can run as high as $50.

Vendors, feel free to contact marketing@Extremeoutfitters.us if you wish to donate or contribute prizes for these events. Extreme Outfitters is a great company with a great reputation and can assure you that these prizes will be greatly appreciated and given a good home with a warrior or competitor.

To purchase your shirt visit www.extremeoutfitters.us.

Tags: Cool Max, Extreme Outfitters, Team X-T.R.E.M.E.
Posted in Morale | 3 Comments »

Platatac Nomad Pack

Monday, February 6th, 2012

Platac’s tagline for the new Nomad Pack is “Overt is the New Covert”. The idea is to hide in plain sight and the Nomad does that. Appearing as a mild mannered commuter pack, the Nomad is specifically designed to accommodate the HK-G36C and Short Barreled M4 Carbine variants. Thanks to an ingenuous hideaway extender sleeve it will also fit longer barreled weapons.

It has hideaway straps for use as carry-on luggage, or you can criss-cross the shoulder straps to make a sling bag. Additionally, the interior of the main compartment includes PALS webbing. Yes, it’s available in MultiCam but the Black and Grey combo looks pretty good for playing the Grey Man

www.platatac.com

Tags: Australia, Platatac
Posted in Grey Man, Multicam, Packs | 6 Comments »