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HOIST Announces New Flavor in Purposeful Partnership with Folds of Honor

Sunday, January 12th, 2025

CINCINNATI, Ohio, (January 7, 2025) – HOIST® is excited to announce the launch of Five Star Punch, a new flavor in HOIST’s lineup of ready to drink options. Five Star Punch offers customers HOIST’s tested, IV-level hydration in a refreshing fruit punch flavor, alongside the opportunity to give back with every purchase.

This new flavor is produced in collaboration with HOIST partner Folds of Honor, a non-profit organization that provides educational scholarships to children and spouses of America’s fallen or disabled military service members and first responders. A portion of the proceeds from each Five Star Punch bottle sold will go directly to Folds of Honor in support of their mission.

“We’re thrilled to introduce Five Star Punch to our customers, especially knowing that with each purchase, they’ll be supporting an incredible cause,” said HOIST Co-founder and President Kelly Heekin. “We pride ourselves on delivering high-performance, IV-level hydration, but with this launch, our customers can now hydrate with a purpose.”?

This fresh addition to the HOIST beverage lineup is sold in a custom-designed bottle, featuring relics of the American flag. This collaboration offers customers the opportunity to contribute directly to educational scholarships for families of the fallen or disabled.

“We’re grateful to the outstanding team at HOIST for including Folds of Honor in the launch of Five Star Punch,” said Lt Col Dan Rooney, founder and CEO of Folds of Honor. “The patriots at HOIST understand the importance of service and an education and are doing something about it. This commitment directly benefits the families of American heroes.”

Five Star Punch is now available at participating retailers nationwide and through HOIST’s online store. Fans of HOIST’s signature IV-level hydration will love trying out the proven formula in a new flavor, while those looking to give back will appreciate the opportunity to contribute to Folds of Honor with every purchase.

HOIST’s affiliation with the U.S. Military, being one of three electrolyte sources approved for use by the U.S. Department of Defense, sets them apart in the hydration market. HOIST’s IV-level hydration is available in bottled beverages, powder sticks and liquid pouches and offers three times the electrolytes and half the sugar of traditional sports drinks, with no artificial sweeteners or dyes.

For more information about HOIST or to see the entire HOIST lineup visit www.drinkhoist.com. Keep up with the latest HOIST news on Instagram @drinkhoist.

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Tough Stump Rodeo Update

Sunday, January 12th, 2025

We’re thrilled to announce Augustine Consulting Inc, Galvion, Juggernaut Case, MP Antenna and Somewear Labs as Silver Sponsors for Tough Stump Rodeo 2025!

These incredible sponsors bring innovative solutions and expertise that will elevate this year’s event, supporting the cutting-edge technologies and collaborative efforts that define the Tough Stump Rodeo.

What They Bring to TSR25:

• Augustine Consulting : Delivering tailored engineering and technical solutions for mission success.

• Galvion: Leaders in advanced personal protection and power management systems.

• Juggernaut Case: Providing rugged, mission-ready gear for seamless mobile device integration.

• MP Antenna: Experts in high-performance antenna solutions for mission-critical communications.

• Somewear Labs: Innovators in global satellite communication and situational awareness tools.

We’re honored to have their support as we prepare for an unforgettable week of innovation, problem-solving, and collaboration in Montana’s rugged terrain.

Now in its fifth year, the Tough Stump Rodeo returns, providing attendees with an exclusive in-person opportunity to explore products designed to enhance operational collaboration and boost safety.

Save the Dates: June 2-6, 2025

Registration Opens January 2025 – Limited Seating

toughstump.com/rodeo-2025#

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“A Combatant or not a Combatant that is the Question” Emory International Law Review Volume 39, Issue 1

Saturday, January 11th, 2025

Soldier Systems Digest subscribers saw this in Volume 5, Issue 1 sent out this past Monday.

Emory International Law Review’s “A Combatant or not a Combatant that is the Question: Arguing the Case of Combatant Status for Non-Military Government Personnel Case of Combatant Status for Non-Military Government Personnel and Private Military Contractors Engaged on the Modern and Private Military Contractors Engaged on the Modern Battlefield” by Ilan Fuchs and Shane Owens examines the legal status of private military contractors on the modern battlefield.

You will be treated to an excellent history of the subject, including national agency personnel as well as PMC contractors.

Available here, along with a few other interesting articles:

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The Lowe Alpine Systems Vector 1 Pack

Saturday, January 11th, 2025

Chuck Taylor wrote a lot of great stories for gin magazines in the 70s and 80s. One of my favorites was published in SWAT magazine in 1984 regarding the Lowe Alpine Systems Vector 1 pack which combined a large main pack with an internal frame and a combination waist belt / rappelling harness which could be separated quickly from the pack to create a relatively lightweight pack solution.

The Lowe brothers, Greg and Mike, were members of Reserve Special Forces and used their experience to build packs.

The LOCO, Vector 1, and LCS-84 were all procured by SOF units via local purchase and the LCS-84 design ultimately became the Field Pack, Large Internal Frame of the Individual Integrated Fighting System issued in the early 90s.

This link shows the full catalog from the mid-80s.

Scans by Andy’s Gas Works on Instagram and are intended solely for historical preservation.

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Soldier Instructors and Staff Become Combat Lifesavers

Saturday, January 11th, 2025

FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. — Sixteen U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers with the 166th Regiment – Regional Training Institute recently completed a Combat Lifesaver, or CLS course, instructed by the RTI’s Medical Battalion Training Site, Dec. 16-20, 2024.

The CLS course is a 40-hour program and covers a wide variety of topics pertaining to medical field care. A CLS-trained Soldier is capable of providing advanced first aid and lifesaving techniques in combat situations.

“In the CLS course we cover everything that happens from the point of injury until a casualty is evacuated and transported to the next level of medical care,” said Sgt. Joshua Nassau, a MBTS combat medic specialist and CLS course instructor.

During the course, students trained on head injuries, hypothermia treatment, pain management and antibiotics, splinting and applying tourniquets to wounds, calling in a 9-line medical evacuation, various patient reports, documentation and more.

This course was unique in that all instructors and students were 166th Regiment RTI staff members.

“It’s been a great week of camaraderie building,” said Sgt. 1st Class Wellington Brown, a CLS student. “Since we’re all with the RTI, we’re able to bond and develop together while, having a good time while getting some great training.”

But what’s the value in the RTI conducting a CLS course for its own instructors and staff? Nassau provided some insight, saying, “If something happens to one of these instructors’ students in the field, having this training allows them to respond immediately and provide the needed medical care until a medic arrives.”

This makes sense, considering CLS-trained Soldiers are not intended to replace medical personnel outright. But their training can help slow the decline of a wounded Soldier’s condition until medical help arrives, and then a CLS can provide further assistance to that medic and the patient.

“It’s a very hands-on course, which is good for retaining all the knowledge we’ve learned,” said Brown. “I see a lot of value in the course and would recommend it to others.”

By SFC Shane Smith

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Rheinmetall and Bohemia Interactive Simulations Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance Defense Simulation Technologies

Friday, January 10th, 2025

Rheinmetall, a leader in defense and security technologies and Bohemia Interactive Simulations (BISim), a wholly owned subsidiary of BAE Systems, and renowned provider of advanced simulation and training software solutions, announce the start of a strategic collaboration. This cooperation aims to promote the development of innovative simulation solutions that are crucial for modern combat training. The collaboration will take effect for the first time in the “Heavy Weapons Carrier” project by developing state-of-the-art gunnery and combat simulators for the training of the German Army’s Medium Forces through the integration of BISim’s VBS4 and Blue IG products.

In a world where the demands on military training methods are becoming increasingly complex, realistic and flexible simulation technologies are essential. By combining BISim’s expertise in the development of simulation technologies with Rheinmetall’s extensive know-how in military systems, a new level of training and simulation capabilities is created.

“This collaboration is an important step for Rheinmetall in further expanding our portfolio of training and simulation solutions,” explained Bartek Panasewicz, Head of System Technology Training Systems at Rheinmetall. “With the state-of-the-art software from Bohemia Interactive Simulations, we are able to offer our customers even more realistic and effectively customized solutions.”

BISim’s advanced platforms and solutions empower system integrators to tackle complex challenges in simulation and mission planning. They provide cutting-edge simulations for NATO, US, the German Bundeswehr, and allied militaries. The flexibility of BISim’s products allows Rheinmetall to create sophisticated simulators for various military vehicles, ensuring realistic training for the warfighter.

“BISim’s technology empowers the warfighter to operate with machine-like speed and unmatched confidence to enable decision dominance on the battlefield,” said Rahul Thakkar, president of BISim. “This strategic partnership with Rheinmetall gives customers the overmatch they need every time. As a team, we are pushing the limits of synthetic training with simulators, raising the bar on the quality and scale of the experience delivered to our customers.”

This strategic collaboration emphasizes the commitment of both companies to enhance the performance and effectiveness of modern simulation technologies. Customers worldwide can anticipate innovative, practical solutions designed to tackle the complexities of current and future combat environments, equipping them with the tools needed to achieve operational readiness and decision advantage on the battlefield.

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Meet G-FORM at SHOT Show 2025

Friday, January 10th, 2025

PROVIDENCE, RI, January 9, 2025 – G-Form®, the innovative technology protection brand, is set to showcase its groundbreaking products at SHOT Show 2025 which takes place January 21-24, 2025, at the Venetian Expo + Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. Known for designing and manufacturing protective gear that combines SmartFlex™ proprietary technology and Department of Defense (DoD)-specific Berry-compliant advanced materials, G-Form delivers unparalleled mobility, lethality, and protection to enhance survivability. “We are here to protect,” said G-Form Director of Military Programs David Jackson.

A Year of Innovation in 2024

2024 marked a milestone year for G-Form, with the development of:

• 10ft/s and 14ft/s Helmet Suspension Systems – Setting a new standard in head protection.

• Aerial Delivery System – Speedball delivery of equipment without a parachute from altitudes of +/- 20,000 feet.

• Co-Branded Load Carriage Solutions with High-Speed Gear® (HSG®) – Enhancing plate carrier, pack strap, battle belt comfort and stability.

Looking Ahead to 2025

2025 promises to be even more groundbreaking, with G-Form introducing advanced capabilities, including:

• Enhanced cold weather formulas for greater performance in extreme conditions.

• Nanoparticle technologies for superior material performance.

• 3D lattice printing for custom, high-precision protection solutions.

“It’s time to revolutionize how luxury in protection is defined,” added Jackson. “If the multi-million-dollar athlete has it, so should the Private First Class.”

Protecting Athletes and Warfighters Alike

G-Form’s products are trusted by professional athletes, recreational sports enthusiasts, and now, DoD market partners. As a Berry-compliant innovation leader specializing in impact attenuation and comfort materials, G-Form helps enhance product mobility and protection across industries.

Schedule a Meeting with G-Form

G-Form invites you to learn more about its cutting-edge solutions at SHOT Show 2025. To schedule a meeting, please contact us at strategicpartners@g-form.com.

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Princeton Tec to Attend SHOT Show 2025 and Celebrate 50th Anniversary

Friday, January 10th, 2025

PENNSAUKEN, NJ. – January 9, 2025 – Princeton Tec, a renowned provider of American-made quality outdoor and tactical lighting options, is excited to announce it will be celebrating its 50thanniversary with its attendance at the upcoming 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nev. January 21-24.

“At Princeton Tec, we are so excited to be attending SHOT Show 2025, especially since this year we celebrate our 50th year in business,” said Princeton Tec Director of Marketing Kady Kolb. “We can’t imagine a better place for the occasion where we will showcase our most popular products as well as some exciting new ones. We are looking forward to connecting with industry professionals, showcasing what is new at Princeton Tec, and celebrating 50 years of providing our American- made, high-quality lighting options.”

Princeton Tec will be exhibiting at SHOT Show in the Law Enforcement section at booth #62103, where attendees will find its most popular technologies on display as well as some new products to explore for hunters, adventurers and tactical enthusiasts alike. Princeton Tec is proud to offer a variety of lighting products for outdoor, tactical, and military personnel across its product lineup, including its headlamps, helmet lights and more.

Over 55,000 professionals in the shooting, hunting, outdoor and law enforcement industry are expected to attend this year’s SHOT Show. SHOT Show fosters collaborative exchange, innovation, networking and strategic partnerships across the outdoor industry. This year, the exhibition floor will showcase over 2,700 exhibitors.

For more information on Princeton Tec, please visit www.princetontec.com or find Princeton Tec on Instagram and Facebook.

For more information about SHOT Show 2025, including exhibitors, schedules, events and partners please visit shotshow.org.

To set up a meeting with Princeton Tec at SHOT Show, contact emily.stuchell@murrayroadagency.com.

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