As I walked around the Outdoor Retailer show floor, I ran across a booth that looked like a surplus store?.
It was Alpha Industries, longtime military clothing contractor.
If you’re looking for flight jacket, or an M65, or even a heavy duty N3B parka, they still make them and they’re available for commercial sale.
This time it’s something for the kinder. The LittleMo 20 deg Baby Sleeping Bag is from Morrison Outdoors.
Designed to accommodate babies and toddlers up to 24 months, this 650 fill down bag features a central front zip and arms so baby won’t feel cocooned. There’s no hood, so you’ll need to cover baby’s noggin.
The Stash May by Rumpl gives you a dry spot on the ground.
This 52 x 75” mat features a 5K laminated waterproof underside, and a super soft DWR-treated faux suede top for comfort.
Available in a variety of colors and pattern, but Woodland is the obvious choice.
This is a big year for Mystery Ranch and they are celebrating at the OR Snow + Winter Market. Naturally, they’ve got beer in the afternoon, but they’re also passing out printed copies of 20th anniversary monograph I wrote for them.
Below is a little taste. If you want to see the whole thing, go here.
The MYSTERY RANCH we know today is the distillation of time and space. It has taken more than 20 years of trial and error to get where it is today, and it couldn’t exist anywhere but Bozeman, Montana. But if you remove the location, the product, and even the people, you are left with a state of mind. Known lovingly as the “Ranch,” it’s developed from beyond just a brand, into a culture forged by shared experiences, bringing together individuals from all over to create something more than just great packs.
As businesses grow, things must change. It’s often hard, but necessary to maintain a functioning company. There’s a general consensus that although change happens, it’s for the best, and new processes and procedures are implemented in a way that everyone can live with.
“We are fucking freaks for Manufacturing.” -Dana Gleason
With a name inspired by a long-forgotten black and white television show, MYSTERY RANCH is nothing without its people. Ultimately, the Ranchers and their disparate backgrounds have come together to embrace the unique culture of MYSTERY RANCH, making it the worldwide success it is today.
It’s been a great 20 years. Here’s to 20 more.
Wild Things has introduced a new overwhite system called White Out.
Consisting of the White Out Overwhite Jacket and Pant, these 70D MultiCam Alpine shells are lightweight and pack into a small ball for storage. They are joined by helmet, pack and Knuckle Roaster covers.
The White Out Overwhite Jacket features full length pit zips which allow you to get to your equipment underneath.
Likewise, the White Out Overwhite Pant has full length side zips to facilitate donning and doffing as well as a two-way front relief zipper.
The two front zippered patch pockets are situated low enough that they are still accessible while wearing a climbing harness.
Finally, the instep at the lower hem is reinforced with double fabric to mitigate abrasion.
Available in sizes XS-XXXL.
I’d never thought I’d say hat about powdered anything, but Milkman Powdered Milk tastes great.
It is available in regular and chocolate flavors, it offers a way to take milk with you, wherever you go. Just add water. The quart packages are shelf stable for one-year.
It is low-fat but a quart package of the chocolate offers 18g of protein per serving.
TangoDown® Inc. is pleased to share that existing Vickers Tactical™ products are compatible with the recently released GLOCK® 44. A total of five products are already available and consist of the following: Magazine Floor Plates (VTMFP-001); Magazine Release (GMR-003); Slide Stop (VTSS-003); Grip Plug/Tool (GGT-02); and Carry Trigger (VTCT-002). Follow the link below to shop specifically for the G44.
For more information on the parts for the G44, please visit: tangodown.com/products/items-for-glock/glock-gen5/glock-gen5-44
**Installation by a Certified GLOCK® Armorer or Gunsmith recommended.
MSRP: Between $17 – $39 (depending on product)
