ADS is exhibiting their US4CES (pronounced US forces) family of camouflage patterns at Warrior West. US4CES is vying along with three other commercial contenders for the honor of outfitting America’s Army with the most thoroughly vetted camouflage in history. Army officials should soon be announcing their selection for new camouflage after an exhaustive, multi-year study and testing regimen.
Patrick Kisgen from Daniel Defense stops by at Warrior Expo West to talk about their BBK upper maintenance kit & the 416-MFR (Modular Float Rail).
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Outdoor Research is introducing TAA compliant gloves coming spring 2014. Production in these friendly nations helps reduce costs and in some cases introduce new production technologies to eh OR hand wear line. Products made in Trade Agreements Act countries can be placed on GSA. They are composed of:
World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement Countries;
Free Trade Agreement Countries;
Least Developed Countries; and
Caribbean Basin Countries
The first is the Suppressor, an FR shooters gloves made from Nomex with a foam padded knuckle and a supple, goatskin leather palm.
The other is a new design called the Asset. It’s a tight fitting, high stretch, tactile glove. The grip, index and middle finger incorporate silicon treatment.
Look for additional new designs soon.
The new Lightweight Modular Spotting Scope (LMSS) from Bushnell Tactical is turning ears. It integrates a roof prism design as used on weapon scopes with 5x magnification ratio. Additionally, the 8-40x variable power allows you to dial down the magnification when used in conjunction with night vision devices to eliminate pixel inaction of the image.
It integrates a Horus 32 reticle and comes mounted to a Mil Std 1913 rail along with top and side mounted 1913 rail sections ( not shown) so you don’t have to purchase an after market cage. Finally, the LMSS integrates a camera lens adapter.
Hugh Rickenbaker from Arc’teryx & Salomon Boots stops by at Warrior Expo West to talk about the Salomon Speedcross Trail Running Shoe, The XA-Pro Mid GoreTex Hiking Boot and the QUEST 4D in ADS exclusive color way. From Arc’teryx he shows off the Minotaur Jacket in full GoreTex and the 30L & 45L Khard Pack.
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Today Grey Group Training announced that John “Shrek” McPhee has signed on as Director of Training. Congrats to all!
Grey Group Training is pleased to announce that John “Shrek” McPhee is BACK ON TAP at Grey Group (Q the righteousduke “back on tap” T-shirt). As you may know, GGT is under new ownership and has chosen to invest in building a robust and comprehensive training program. In addition to providing excellent hands on training himself, John will be filing the role as the Training Sergeant Major here a Grey Group working next to Ramia, the Training Coordinator and primary contact for training. He will be leading the way by taking GGT into an organized progression of skills method taught by the best instructors in their respective fields. As a retired Army Sergeant Major, serving at the absolute pinnacle of warriors, with extensive combat experience in multiple theaters, no one knows training better!
Please be patient, as we will not overlook anyone that wants to reach out to John or take his classes. If you have already signed up for his class with Alias Training, please contact us (via phone at 910-323-4739 or email at info@greygrouptraining.com) and we will walk you through the simple process to move your booking to GGT. We are working hard to make the transition as smooth as possible. We will proactively re-enroll you into the SAME class on GGT and if you have already given a deposit to Alias (once your money is refunded) we will establish your deposit or enrollment fees. We apologize for any inconvenience and want to make this as painless as possible for you. At the end of the day this is about you the student, giving you everything you need, and making you as survivable and lethal as possible.
In addition to our commitment to provide excellent training, we are bringing added value to the student. We are proud to announce the following sponsorship agreements for Shrek: Arc’teryx, Velocity Armor, Mayflower Consulting, Kryptec Camo, Sheriff of Baghdad, and Combat Flip Flops. Students training with Shrek will receive a coupon code good for discounts on products from his sponsors. In addition, we will be offering “Training Packages” where students who attend a class with Shrek may purchase specific items your instructor endorses for a discounted price.
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John Mcphee shrek@greygrouptraining.com
Ramia Whitecotton info@greygrouptraining.com
Steve Jones from Rockwell Collins stops by at Warrior Expo West to talk about their miSAT-X. A Satellite Communications Terminal small enough to fit in the overhead compartment of an aircraft.
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You’ve probably heard me talk about the concept of the Warrior Athlete, so anytime I run across a product that helps our guys live a more healthy lifestyle I want to share it. Kurt Smith of KAS Enterprises usually shows me cool climbing gear from Metolius and Sterling Rope as well as introducing me to boots from Salewa. But this time, he had something a little different.
Skratch Labs is a new hydration company from Boulder, Colorado created by three guys from the pro cycling community. They use all natural ingredients in order to help encourage hydration and replace those electrolytes lost during sweat. There’s no chemicals and the flavor isn’t overbearing. What’s more, the drink powders aren’t laden with calories. Mixed with 16 ounces of water, my bottle was only 80 calories and those came from cane sugar, not the refined stuff or worse yet, corn syrup. The pineapple was awesome and I also sampled some lemon lime. Both were smooth and didn’t leave an after taste. I’ll definitely be drinking more.
