Here is the latest edition of the US Air Force’s No Melt No Drip Next-to-Skin Approved Products List, AFD-130726-053, published by the Air Force Uniform Office. There are a variety of companies and their poducts on the list.
Archive for 2013
USAF No Melt No Drip Next-to-Skin Approved Products List
Monday, August 5th, 2013Outdoor Retailer – Sterling Rope
Monday, August 5th, 2013There are two types of rope; Dynamic Kern Mantle that is used for climbing and stretches to absorb the energy of a fall and Static which is used for rescue work, rappelling and hauling because there is little to no stretch.
Search and Rescue teams constantly demand that industry push the envelope, balancing size and weight of ropes with performance. Sterling offers the TechStatic line to satisfy these requirements. It incorporates Technora offering increased abrasion, cut and heat resistance.
TechStatic offers three different diameters as standard ropes. From right to left, the largest is a 9.5mm called the Tactical Response which offers 27kn of strength. Basically, the same strength as a more traditional 11mm rope. Next is the 7.5mm. It’s a 25kn rope utilizing 100% Technora fibers and integrates perfectly with the F4 escape system. That’s a mini evacuation or access system. It’s often used by Snipers to get in and out of remote hides. Finally, the 6mm rope is used when space and weight are at a premium. Offering 15.5kn, you still get a 10-to-1 safety advantage.
All of the Sterling ropes are offered in various color schemes. Additionally, Sterling has a more extensive line of ropes for more specialized applications. All Strerling Rope Co ropes are Made in USA.
Survival T from Warrior Culture
Sunday, August 4th, 2013I like the graphics on this new Warrior Survival T-shirt.
At Warrior Culture Gear we believe in 3 Principals of Survival:
Wherever: Whether the deep forest, the urban sprawl or the mountains of hindu kush, you must ALWAYS be prepared for any survival situation arises where your life or the lives of those you love are in jeopardy from whatever the situation you are
Wherever: Whenever a situation arises where your life or the lives of those you love are in jeopardy from whatever the situation you are in, you must be prepared for it.
However: However and whatever means necessary for your survival and the survival of those you love, whether it be as simple as starting a fire or defending yourself with an AR15, you do what is necessary at all time at ALL costs.
It’s shirt No 1 of 3. Can’t wait to see the rest.
Offered in OD or Charcoal Grey. Sizes Small – 4XL Men’s and Small – XL Women’s.
Outdoor Retailer – Granite Gear
Sunday, August 4th, 2013Here’s a sneak peek of the Chief Light Flatbed.
It uses the same frame system as the Chief Orion and will offer a variety of components so that it can be configured for each mission.
Coming soonish.
5.11 Tactical Now Available in Realtree Xtra
Sunday, August 4th, 20135.11 Tactical has made a significant foray into the hunting world with the introduction of their new color option, Realtree Xtra. SGM Kyle E. Lamb (USA, Ret) of Viking Tactics and Robb Wiley from Non-Typical Outfitters are featured in this video which gives you a glimpse of hunting in 5.11.
Offered in limited styles including the Taclite Pro Pant as well as Taclite Pro Shirt in short and long sleeves. There is also the Rush72 Pack and two models of caps. With 5.11’s foothold in several big box hunting and fishing specialty stores, this looks to be a savvy move.
Outdoor Retailer – Salewa
Sunday, August 4th, 2013We’ve covered most of Salewa’s boot offering in the past so we thought it would be cool to mention a couple of their shoes.
New for Spring 14, the Ramble is Italian made with Italian leather and the new cutting edge Gore-tex Surround Membrane. This offers something never seen before; a waterproof breathable sole. The membrane is protected by a Kevlar mesh weave.
You’ll definitely see some Mountain DNA in the Ramble GTX, but it’s a casual shoe. There’s lacing to toe, I can’t believe that they are offering an Italian made shoe with Italian leather and a Gore membrane for only $149 retail. Amazing!
Redesigned for 2014, the four-year-old Firetail was Salewa’s tech approach shoe. They’ve lightened it a bit and updated to the new three-piece insole. Offered in Gore-tex and non-Gore-tex models in two colorschemes each.
-Laurice Graves
Laurice is a Navy Veteran who serves as Den Mother to the SSD crew and provides trade show coverage.
