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Hill People Gear – Decker Pack Frame

Wednesday, February 13th, 2019

Hill People Gear has just announced a pack frame based on their proven 300lb load capable Ute / qui-Ya chassis. The Decker Pack Frame includes a robust compression system and bottom capture flap.

It doesn’t have an integrated pack bag which makes it easier to carry awkward items that wouldn’t fit inside of a pack bag such as jerry cans, fenceposts, or moose quarters. The Decker Frame will also accept any of HPG’s interchangeable back pockets in place of its own center panel for small item storage and organization. It expands on the modularity found in the rest of the HPG lineup by allowing the user to also use anything they want as a pack bag — from an ultralight silnylon dry sack, to an oversized seam welded dry bag, to the old duffel bag in the garage. This versatility makes the Decker Pack Frame a good choice for people who want lots of modularity in a single system, or who have load requirements that fall outside the boundaries of a more traditional pack.

For more information and pricing, you can check out the Decker Pack Frame on Hill People Gear’s website: hillpeoplegear.com

The Decker Pack Frame and a couple of other components will make their physical debut at the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo this weekend in Salt Lake City. For more information on the event, go to its website at huntexpo.com

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Duraflex Consolidation Announcement

Wednesday, February 13th, 2019

February 12, 2019

National Molding will be consolidating the Duraflex production from both our Miami Lakes, FL and Ambridge PA. into our Largo, Florida facility. Currently, the Largo plant manufactures medical products and they are well equipped to handle the attention to detail that the Duraflex line requires. The equipment (presses and molds) from both facilities will be relocated to our Largo, FL plant. We believe by consolidating all Duraflex production in one location we will be able to better serve our commercial and military customers.

We anticipate this transition to be completed mid-year 2019. The Largo, FL plant is well equipped and staffed to handle the complexities of our Duraflex line. We are excited to have all Duraflex production in one location and look forward to serving your plastic hardware needs in the future.

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TacHacker – Clothing Mods by WNDSN XPD

Wednesday, February 13th, 2019

WNDSN XPD recently shared this TacHack on Instagram. They do some cool stuff so we thought it was worth a share. It’s written from their perspective.

In the spirit of the old Wndsn Tumblr how-tos and as an exercise in #HOBOTACTICAL gear mods, here is a simple enhancement to your typical field jacket:

Install a rectangle of velcro (the loop side) ON THE INSIDE of the jacket, above the inner chest pocket; I used a 4 x 6″ piece in the example.

Now you have a versatile PLATFORM for any piece of gear that comes with a VELCRO (hook) back; of course, you can just as well wear your morale patches in this COVERT way, but we can make it even more useful.

I enjoy my smuggler’s jacket from @edsmanifesto and the many pockets and storage options it offers, including the dump pouch. I have found that sometimes though, I’d like to have that pouch higher up, and even when loaded, hidden within the jacket. A piece of hook velcro installed on the back of a drawstring DUMP POUCH, and we can use the newly cretaed platform to attach the dump pouch high up and have its contents out of sight, within the jacket. Compare the pictures. ENJOY!

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Israeli Defense Force Abandons Camouflage Uniform Effort

Tuesday, February 12th, 2019

According to a report from Agilite Tactical, the Israeli Defense Force has abandoned their long anticipated efforts to adopt a national camouflage pattern. The main reason is an overwhelming concern by troops who have worn OD for over 70 years, that they would be mistaken for enemy soldiers who wear camouflage uniforms.

According to the report, “The IDF’s Technical and Logistics Directorate ran a pilot wherein hundreds of combat troops and officers tested the uniforms over the past 10 months. The uniforms also featured a new cut and fabric which were judged by testees to cause high levels of discomfort.”

At least for the meantime, the IDF will remain OD.

Biolite Headlamp 330 Available Now

Tuesday, February 12th, 2019

Weighing in at just 69 grams (2.43 ounces), the Biolite Headlamp 330 features 3D SlimFit Construction. This incorporates a 3D-molded housing which encapsulates the electronics directly into the fabric for a SUPER thin front that sits flush on your forehead. This, combined with the power source mounted to the rear, results in a balanced, no bounce design.

The rechargeable light offers 330 lumens in the following modes: dimmable white spot, dimmable white flood, red flood, and strobe. Plus the panel articulates easily with one hand so you can direct your light where you need it. You’ll get 3 hours on HIGH and 40 hours on LOW per charge.

Available in four colors.

In honor of the launch, you’ll get free shipping of the headlamp today with code FREESHIP.

www.bioliteenergy.com/products/headlamp-330

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Tactical Products Group Executives Found Guilty In Federal Court of Providing Faulty Armor, Swapping Tags

Tuesday, February 12th, 2019

Late last summer, Tactical Products Group, LLC (TPG) CEO Dan Thomas Lounsbury, Jr and Vice President for Sales and Federal Contracting Andres Lopez-Munoz were indicted by the US Government for conspiracy to defraud the government with respect to claims and wire fraud. Lounsbury is additionally charged with false, fictitious, or fraudulent claims.

Last week, they stood trial in the Eastern District of Virginia and were found guilty on charges of conspiracy, making false claims on the United States government, and wire fraud.

In 2012, TPG was selected as a sub-contractor to Triple Canopy on a contract to provide certain goods, including 10 sets of hard body armor plates, to the United States government.

The Government had requested a specific type of plate, and Lounsbury and Lopez-Munoz both knew that no substitutions were allowed. Furthermore, Lounsbury and Lopez-Munoz both knew that these plates were intended to protect government personnel in the field. Nevertheless, Lounsbury and Lopez-Munoz worked together to procure cheaper substitute plates, none of which were military-tested, and some of which were far outside of their warranty period. To get the United States government to accept and pay for these plates, Lounsbury and Lopez-Munoz had fake labels created and placed on the armor, falsely representing the plates to be the specific type that the government had ordered.

Lounsbury and Lopez-Munoz face a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison when sentenced on May 10. Actual sentences for federal crimes are typically less than the maximum penalties. A federal district court judge will determine any sentence after taking into account the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

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Reptilia Launches DOT Mount for Aimpoint T-1/T-2

Tuesday, February 12th, 2019

Reptilia has launched their latest product, the DOT Mount. It’s a straight forward design, with no giant bolts or throw levers hanging off the side.

The DOT Mount by Reptilia is a lightweight, slim-line mounting solution for a variety of red dot optics. Machined from billet 7075-T6 aluminum with Milspec Type III hard anodized finish, the DOT Mount attaches to any M1913 Picatinny Rail, and offers lower 1/3 co-witness with standard AR15-style back-up sights. Its spring-loaded nitrided steel clamp and mounting bolt simplify the installation process, and sit flush with the body of the mount for a low-profile, anti-snag design.

Available immediately in black for Aimpoint T-1/T-2 style optics, with Flat Dark Earth and Clear anodized versions shipping in late March. Like all Reptilia products, the DOT Mount is 100% made in the USA and carries a full lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects.

Additional heights and optic configurations coming soon.

www.reptiliacorp.com

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GTGConsult Teams with RE Factor Tactical to Introduce Baseline Target to US

Tuesday, February 12th, 2019

The Danish firearms training and consulting company GTGConsult has partnered up with RE Factor Tactical to bring their Baseline Target to the US market.

The GTG Baseline Target was designed to make it easier for recreational shooters as well as professional users to be efficient on the range, minimizing time spent on pasting targets while still upholding shot accountability and the ability to score.

To accomplish this the Baseline Target has a large number of individual target zones, and a single target can be used for approx. 200-250 rounds of quality training before being discarded.

GTGConsult has compiled a good selection of drills, exercises and tests developed and by leading firearms trainers, which are all specifically supported by the Baseline Target. These ‘Drill Cards’ are available as PDF downloads via their website and more drills are added regularly.

The GTG Baseline Target is available for individual or unit purchase in the US through RE Factor Tactical.

The GTG Baseline Target is available for individual or unit purchase in Europe through GTGConsult.

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