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Archive for April, 2013
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Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013SureFire Sonic Defenders
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013
I’m a big fan of SureFire’s Sonic Defenders and use them anytime I don’t require full over the ear protection. The secret patented Hocks Noise Braker filter that allows sounds, at safe levels, to pass through into the ear canal, while potentially harmful noises (above 85dB) are reduced. If you aren’t familiar with these ear plugs they are molded from a hypoallergenic polymer for left and right ears and are also sized for proper fit. They also feature a stopper which can be closed, offering a 24dB Noise Reduction Rating (NRR).
To learn more visit www.adsinc.com/blog/products/surefire-sonic-defenders.
Forces Focus – US Marine Lighting Them Up
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013
DoD Photo of the Day: A U.S. Marine assigned to a Special Operations team fires an M240B machine gun during night training in Helmand province, Afghanistan, March 28, 2013. Team members are deployed in Helmand province to train and mentor Afghan security forces. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Pete Thibodeau
Reaper Outdoors Tactical Hunting Vest Now For Sale
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013Season Two of “Reaper Outdoors – Survive the Hunt” debuts tonight (1 April) on the Pursuit Channel (check local listings).
Today also marks the official release for sale of their fully Berry Compliant Tactical Hunting Vest (THV). This MOLLE compatible chest rig includes 10 purpose built pouches specifically for those items vital to a hunter.
Manufactured in the USA by Honor Point, the THV is offered in MultiCam.
Bad For Running, Worse For Bullfighting
Monday, April 1st, 2013This might have been released on the First of April but it’s no joke.
A Challenge – 10,000 Likes on Facebook
A Dare – Griff runs with bulls on July 8th in flip flops
A Bet – Build enough momentum to start a factory in Afghanistan and help kickstart the local economy
Matthew Griffin, ‘Griff’, has gone crazy. This July, the Combat Flip Flops CEO will be demonstrating his bravado by running with the bulls in his flip flops. “Why?” you ask. To affect positive change.
The famed running of the bulls takes place each July in Pamplona, Spain. With origins dating back to the 14th century, many agree the event started as the process of herding the bulls from their overnight corrals to the bullring in preparation for the day’s fight. Young men from the local towns would audaciously jump into the path of the bulls challenging their luck and showing their bravery.
“We’re about to do something crazy, really crazy. Something that’s never been done before, probably never should be done, and probably won’t ever be done again. Why? Increase awareness about our cause – to get Afghan factories back up and running, and give a chance to let everybody be involved,” said Griff.
Follow Griff on Facebook as he trains for his big event. From Washington to France to Spain, Griff will be getting advice from top athletes and random people on the streets as he strengthens his toes and that spot between your big toe and second toe to handle the rigors of running with the bulls in thongs.
“Combat Flip Flops is about creating community, stoke and having a good time. We are veterans, businesspeople, soccer moms, and outdoor recreators supporting the growing Afghan economy through peaceful trade: Business, Not Bullets. If it takes an utterly daring stunt to bring a community together, then so be it,” said Griff.
With plans to expand production back to Afghanistan, Combat Flip Flops are currently handcrafted in Issaquah, WA. From subtle to capable of being seen from space on a cloudy day, each model incorporates design elements from the Afghan culture, creating a connection with the consumer. So sit back, relax and pick out your favorite pair of flops, just remember; they’re bad for running and worse for (bull) fighting.
For sales inquiries, training tips and general harassments, please contact Matt Griffin, griff@combatflipflops.com or 206-552-5500.
Zulu Nylon Gear Responds to Recent Anti-2A Legislation with New Products
Monday, April 1st, 2013
As stricter gun control laws take effect in state after state, Americans are adapting with new methods to protect their homes and families. In light of recent changes in firearms laws and with more surely to come, Zulu Nylon Gear has begun to shift their product line to support more commonly available, legal weapon systems. Namely, the traditional bow and arrow.
The first product in Zulu Nylon Gear’s new line is the MOLLE Quiver. This is a fully modular arrow quiver system which can be quickly converted to either back or hip style carry modes to facilitate both range and field carry. The user simply clicks into either a shoulder harness, a belt hanger, or direct attach to armor by way of a quick disconnect system using ITW QASM Buckles. These buckles can be adjusted to any location on the Quiver body for the perfect fit thanks to a MOLLE grid running the full length of the tube. The MOLLE grid can also be used to attach other MOLLE/PALS compatible pouches and accessories, such as the ITS Skeletonized Bottle Holder and Tallboy ETA Trauma Kit pouches also made by Zulu Nylon Gear.
Expect to see continuing innovation in tactical load bearing equipment from Zulu Nylon Gear as they adapt to the ever changing tools of the warrior. Other upcoming products in development include discreet carry bags for takedown bows, concealable boxcutter sheaths, and slingshots.
For more information, visit: zulunylongear.com/quiver
Blue Force Gear Introduces CHAPSminus
Monday, April 1st, 2013It’s amazing what you can do with that ULTRAcomp laminate and BFG’s Helium Whisper technology. I’m expecting these to be real popular in some circles.
CHAPSminus is the latest innovation of the MOLLEminus product line. CHAPSminus is the logical alternative to traditional cargo pants in hot environments. The open design keeps the wearer cooler and allows gentle breezes to pass directly through the CHAPSminus. CHAPSminus is fully MOLLE compatible – allowing the placement of magazine and utility pouches right where they are needed. No longer is organization limited to wherever pockets are sewn on to traditional cargo pants.
The MOLLEminus design provides the thinnest, strongest, lightest modular load carriage of individual combat equipment: half the thickness of a dime, over 4 times as abrasion resistant as air textured nylon and formed from a single piece of Blue Force Gear’s proprietary ULTRAcomp™ laminate. CHAPSminus is compatible with all legacy issue MOLLE pouches and for the ultimate lightweight thigh rig combine CHAPSminus with pouches featuring Blue Force Gear’s revolutionary Helium Whisper™ attachment system.
As with all Blue Force Gear, it is made with excellence in the USA and carries a limited lifetime warranty.
**Mags, pouches, and model not included**
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Breaking – US Army to Abandon Camo Update; Vows to Reinstate OD
Monday, April 1st, 2013
“I wouldn’t trade my old ODs for all the Navy’s dungarees.”
-‘Dog Faced Soldier’, the 3d Infantry Division Song
Marnemen everywhere rejoice as life imitates art. In a shocking move, Army officials have confided in Soldier Systems Daily that they plan to abandon the Camouflage Improvement Effort that has left Soldiers without an effective camouflage pattern despite several years and tens of millions of dollars.
Army officials are quoted as saying, “We fought three wars in OD. Why not go back to it?” Turns out, the old “Pickle Suit” worn by the US Army until 1987 is readily available after an enterprising supply officer stumbled upon a large stockpile of OG fatigues forgotten years ago in Germany by the US Air Force.
As US forces drawdown forces in Europe, long abandoned facilities are being turned over to host nation governments. At a former supply depot in Germany a newly commissioned supply officer recently uncovered warehouse after warehouse of the uniforms complete with field jackets and Velcro caps. When he alerted his superiors, they passed word up to the Army G4 staff who looked upon the news as a sign from heaven that they could use this boon to survive the Sequestration axe and Congressionally mandated reinstatement of Tuition Assistance. Coincidentally, he also ran across a rather large stash of C-rations which are currently enroute to the fighting in Afghanistan to make up for those dining facilities now only serving two meals per day. One insider sent us a glowing note praising the find and referring the equipment as “sunk cost.” “Hey,” he said, “it’s already paid for, like in the 60s. I mean, who doesn’t have fond memories of winters at Graf wearing that old Velcro hat?”
What’s old is new as the Army goes retro. Who hasn’t seen the movie “Stripes” which is probably one of the most popular films to feature the US Army? The iconic OD uniform plays prominently in that movie as well as anything about World War II, Korea or Viet Nam including “Apocalypse Now.”
While Soldiers will soon be rocking the classic OD uniform of yesteryear, a so-called digicam pattern similar to the Marine Corps pattern will be applied to all US Army vehicles. “Vehicles are expensive and there’s nothing too good for our rolling stock,” commented one procurement official who was not authorized to speak on the record to SSD, adding, “That Marine Camo is good stuff. Too bad they wouldn’t let us give it to the troops 10 years ago.”
The US Army plans to make the switch effective April 1st 2014 barring any other announcements to the contrary.
