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Arc’teryx LEAF Wraith Available from Tactical Distributors

Thursday, October 11th, 2012

Tactical Distributors has put together a pretty good video showing the features of the Arc’teryx LEAF Wraith. It is an Overgarment designed to fit over your kit and provide camouflage. It can be used for winter with the white version or just to provide rudimentary camo to street clothes with the Crocodile version. Conversely, it also works as a great, lightweight, low volume emergency shell. It’s highly breathable ripstop construction features a DWR coating that will help keep your insulating layers dry as long as you keep moving. My experience is that it will keep up with conditions in all but torrential rains.

www.tacticaldistributors.com

Arc’teryx Announces New Management Team Members

Thursday, October 11th, 2012

Arc’teryx announced that Jon Hoerauf and Adam Ketcheson are coming on board filling recently opened vacancies in heir senior management. Below is the official press release.

Vancouver’s Arc’teryx Equipment today appointed two new additions to its Global Sales & Marketing teams. Filling positions to support the brand’s current growth, Jon Hoerauf has been named the company’s new VP/Senior Director of Global Commercial Sales and Adam Ketcheson as its newly appointed VP/Senior Director of Global Marketing & B2C. Here’s the full press release:

Veterans of the outdoor and snowsports industries, both Hoerauf and Ketcheson bring a host of skills and experience to the burgeoning company and add to the brand’s already highly talented pool of design, sales, and marketing professionals.

“Both Adam and Jon are extremely talented in the activities and industries we represent, with a comprehensive understanding of our core business and the marketplace,” said Vincent Wauters, General Manager of Arc’teryx. “Their professionalism and work ethic is a great compliment to our mission here at Arc’teryx.

No stranger to the outdoor world, Jon Hoerauf brings with him a solid history of working with key accounts and sales teams as the former Global Product Director for the The North Face Summit Series. In his new role, Hoerauf will oversee Arc’teryx’s global commercial sales strategy and planning, corporate sales, Arc’teryx LEAF, sales planning and dealer services, as well as the brand’s increasing business development across the three regions of the Americas, Europe, the
Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific.

“I’m honored to get the chance to join Arc’teryx,” said Hoerauf. “This is a brand that has been built on a rock solid foundation of product innovation excellence and delivering the best consumer product experience possible. The Arc’teryx brand is about constant evolution and we’re looking to continue the growth with our global wholesale partners by leveraging innovative product launches and extensions into adjacent outdoor classification businesses.”

Adam Ketcheson joins Arc’teryx with over 10 years of experience in sales & marketing with The North Face. In this new position, Ketcheson’s primary responsibilities will be to reinforce and grow global awareness for the brand, while also working to build a closer consumer connection through all channels.

“I am excited to join the foremost global product innovator in the outdoor industry” Said Ketcheson. “Arc’teryx has set the standard for protecting the world’s elite climbers, skiers and outdoor enthusiasts. I’m looking forward to helping the brand engage with consumers as we continue to grow brand awareness and reach more athletes around the world.”

Hoerauf and Ketcheson will be based at the company’s headquarters in North Vancouver BC.

www.arcteryx.com

Chris Kyle Joins Kryptek as Pro Staff

Thursday, October 11th, 2012

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Kryptek recently announced that Chris Kyle, former Navy SEAL and author of “American Sniper : An Autobiography” has joined them as a pro staff member. Kryptek is not only one of four finalists for the US Army Camouflage Improvement Effort but they have also released a high end clothing line for hunters and outdoorsmen.

www.kryptek.com

TYR Tactical 50/50 Battery Pouch for Helmet Cover

Thursday, October 11th, 2012

TYR Tactical has already introduced an accessory for their new Helmet Cover.

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The 50/50 Battery Pouch is designed for use with ANVIS style night vision goggles and affixes to the rear of their new Helmet Cover for the Ops-Core maritime cut FAST helmet via Velcro.

www.tyrtactical.com/products/details/new-featured-products/tyr-tactical-helmet-mounted-50-50-air-ground-warrior-battery-pouch

H2O Fowl Farms

Wednesday, October 10th, 2012

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The Daniel Defense Torture Test II episode of TAC TV is being filmed at H2O Fowl Farms near Dunn, NC.

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Initially envisioned as a Skeet and training range for hunting waterfowl, H2O Fowl Farms has recently made significant improvements to their plot and introduced multiple 25 meter bays.

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In addition to their hinting roots, H2O Fowl Farms now hosts monthly IDPA matches as well as weekend pistol and rifle training courses featuring top trainers.

H2O Fowl Farms continues to improve the layout of their range complex and is conveniently located near I95. There are plenty if major hotels and places to eat nearby as well.

If you’re in the area, check them out.

h2ofowlfarmsnc.com

DBT Launches Facebook Page

Wednesday, October 10th, 2012

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Diamondback Tactical has launched a new Facebook page where followers can check out the latest DBT news, view new product information and interact with 5 industry experts for info on their products.

“Our aim is to build a community of like users, in whom we can provide resources and answers to regarding the industry as a whole, and as it pertains to our company,” says Angela Milligan, Director of Marketing for Diamondback Tactical. “The greatest external resource to our company is our operators. We learn about our business by taking an interest in what they think, feel and know. Facebook is the perfect social media platform to foster this type of interaction.”

Find them at www.facebook.com/DBTUSA

BPRE at the NY Comic-Con

Wednesday, October 10th, 2012

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The hit graphic novel Black Powder Red Earth is on hand at the New York Comic-Con.

www.facebook.com/BlackPowderRedEarth

Gerber Makes Improvements to Pro Deal

Wednesday, October 10th, 2012

Gerber has announced its improved Professional Purchase Program (commonly called the Gerber PRO Program) which offers exclusive, discounted access to Gerber’s Military and Tactical specific product lines.

As a leading manufacturer of knives and multi-tools for the US Military, Gerber has a large assortment of tough, American-made products designed specifically for our men and women in uniform,” said Andrew Gritzbaugh, Military / Tactical Marketing Manager for Gerber. “Due to the specialty and frequent restrictions on some of this gear it can be a challenge to find items locally, or even impossible if you’re downrange. The Gerber PRO Program allows qualified personnel direct access to all of Gerber’s military-grade gear at a discount.

Just a year old, application for the program now takes just a few quick steps and once approved you have access to over 70 items, all at a discount.

The Gerber PRO Program is available to:
-Active duty military, National Guard & Reserve
-Federal, State & Local Law Enforcement
-Fire, EMS and other first responders
-Those holding military retiree credentials

Products that are available through the Gerber PRO Program include automatic knives, weapons maintenance tools, IR flashlights, MOS-specific kits and more.

For more information or to apply to the program log onto www.gerbergear.com/PROprogram