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SOFIC 2015 – Revision’s Kinetic Operations Suit

Tuesday, May 19th, 2015

Based on development of USSOCOM’s TALOS program, the Kinetic Operations Suit from Revision Military incorporates a variety of technologies.

Most obvious is the distinctive Armageddon camouflage pattern. The operator wears the Prowler exoskeleton powered by Revision Sharepack. The exoskeleton bears the weight of the system as well as ancillary mission equipment. And can be up armored with XSAPI level plates as well as frag protection on the lower leg. Up top is the Vertical Load Offset System which equates to zero helmet weight born by the operator’s neck. The ballistic helmet is 100% polyethylene with cutout for use with augmented vision systems. The ensemble also includes a scalable armor vest that goes from 18% vital area chest coverage all the way up to 60%.

www.revisionmilitary.com

Tags: Revision
Posted in Armor, SOFIC | 20 Comments »

SOFIC 2015 – VBSS Robot from Helical Robotics / MATBOCK / Kopis Mobile

Tuesday, May 19th, 2015

Just when you think you can pin MATBOCK down they do something like this. As former SEALs, the maritime environment is their domain and the necessity of a way to scale the sides of ships was the inspiration for this new VBSS robot.
MATBOCK teamed with Helical Robotics who holds four patents on robots that can scale vertical obstacles. Then, they worked with hometown team Kopis Mobile to integrate streaming video. the result is a robot that will go right up the side of a ship’s hull to emplace hooks and ladders as well as conduct reconnaissance.

Tags: Helical Robotics, Kopis Mobile, MATBOCK
Posted in Robotics, SOFIC | 1 Comment »

SOFIC 15 – Magpul Whiskey Locker

Tuesday, May 19th, 2015

Attending SOFIC and need a place to unwind?

Tags: Magpul
Posted in SOFIC | 1 Comment »

Haley Strategic / G-Code – Incog Shadow Holster

Tuesday, May 19th, 2015

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The Incog Shadow is a weapon light capable IWB holster built in collaboration between G-Code and Haley Strategic. The Incog Shadow is offered with both a stand alone single clip system and a dual clip system compatible with Incog mag caddies. Like all Incog holsters, the Shadow is offered with either a camo or Tactical Fuzz laminate. Tactical Fuzz is a “suede like” synthetic laminate which reduces noise during movement, reduces the holster’s reflective signature, and presents a “softer” surface against skin. Tactical Fuzz is offered in Black, Tan, Slage-Blue, and Grey.

The Shadow is being offered for the Glock 17 and 19, H&K VP9, and 4.5″ S&W M&P in 9mm and .40 S&W. The holsters accommodate the SureFire X300 and X300 Ultra Weapon Lights.

www.tacticalholsters.com

www.haleystrategic.com

Tags: G-Code, Haley Strategic
Posted in Holsters | 1 Comment »

SOFIC 2015 – Blue Force Gear

Tuesday, May 19th, 2015

While located at an offsite location, Blue Force Gear is very much here at this year’s SOFIC. They debuted their “wall of gear” and a couple of things caught my eye.

First off is the Triple M4 Mag Now! Pouch hitting the site for sale within the week.
Next is the Water Bottle Pouch that is currently available for agency purchase. It holds both 1 Qt canteen and Nalgene bottle.

Seen here are MultiCam Tropic and Arid examples. The matching trims and pulls aren’t in yet so these protos use standard MultiCam.

Like all BFG products these are Made in USA and incorporate MOLLEminus features as well as Helium Whisper technology.
www.blueforcegear.com

Tags: Blue Force Gear
Posted in Load Carrying, SOFIC | 18 Comments »

SOFIC 2015

Tuesday, May 19th, 2015

SSD’s coverage of NDIA‘s 2015 Special Operations Forces Industry Conference begins now.

Tags: NDIA, SOFIC
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Huron Tactical – Approach Anorak

Tuesday, May 19th, 2015

This is the first installment of a three-part exclusive sneak peek at Huron Tactical’s new pack and clothing line. While I showed you the new Huron Tactical Smock as well as the Approach Anorak back in January, I finally got my hands on one of the Anoraks and I’ve got to say that it’s my favorite new Huron product.

I worn the Huron Smock last week while hunting in New Zealand at Woodbury Safari Lodge. It’s late Fall there and the conditions change by the minute. It can go from cold wind and rain to warm sunshine in an instant, but the Anorak’s full side zips allow you to vent on the fly as well as facilitate rapid donning and doffing in the event you need to add or shed underlayers. The DWR coated four-way stretch softshell fabric also does an excellent job of repelling water, even in rain.

Additionally, the Approach Anorak incorporates nonslip elbows, a 1/4 front zip, removable hood, zippered bicep pockets with Velcro field for ID patches and an excellet Kangaroo pocket that sits atop a large zippered handwarmer pocket. Both of these chest mounted pockets feature elastic holders for M16-style magazines for a total of two per pocket. Finally, they’ve added a Cordura panel along the rear hem for sitting on ice or on other wet areas.

It is not quite as generously cut as the Huron Smock but I still recommend going down a size unless you are pairing it with a high loft insulation layer underneath. I usually wore it over a Merino base layer and Gen 2 Naga Hoodie from Arc’teryx LEAF and was very comfortable, even while sitting.

For all of these reasons, it has made the list of kit I recommend.

Available now from www.tyrtactical.com/products/details/tactical-clothing/huron-approach-anorak.

Tags: Huron Tactical, Tyr Tactical
Posted in Clothing | 13 Comments »

Eric Marks Appointed As Naval SOF And Lone Soldier Liaison Manager at Agilite

Tuesday, May 19th, 2015

Tel Aviv, Israel, May 18th 2015 – Agilite has announced the appointment of Eric Marks as Naval SOF Sales Manager and Lone Soldier Liaison at Agilite. Marks previously served for five years as an operator in one of The Israel Defense Forces’ most elite Special Forces Units.

Marks took part in countless missions during his time with the Israeli Navy and will use his background and experience in his new position.

Having grown up in North Carolina, USA, Marks is a dual US/Israeli citizen and was classified as a “Lone Soldier,” the IDF’s term for troops who were raised overseas and serve without family members in the country.

One of very few American citizens to ever serve in such an elite Israeli unit, he will serve as liaison to current Lone Soldiers serving all over the IDF and address the equipment needs of them and their units.

“It’s an honor to join the team at Agilite, after using their gear for years I’m proud to represent it and to contribute to its development. I am particularly excited to work with the Lone Soldier community whom I have been a part of for several years.”

About Agilite: Agilite Systems is Israel’s premier designer and manufacturer of tactical and rescue equipment and apparel. It supplies top-tier Special Forces around the world as well as Military, Law Enforcement and Search and Rescue Organizations worldwide. See more on Agilite at www.agilitegear.com

Tags: Agilite Gear
Posted in Industry, International | 2 Comments »