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PlateFrame-Redux by S&S Precision

Monday, June 21st, 2021

In this latest iteration of the PlateFrame, S&S Precision increases comfort and modularity. Other than the S&S PF-M, it is the only armor carrier system with the patented (US 10605574) adjustable Auto-Fit Cummerbund and thoracic load-bearing technology. By using a single layer of semi-rigid composite material with laser-cut MOLLE/PALS slots, they were able to keep the overall weight to just over one pound to further increase performance.

The PF-R’s Auto-Fit Cummerbund comes in four different sizes and when properly fitted helps to distribute the weight of the operator’s loadout across their entire torso while still allowing for expansion of the chest and lungs.

Once removed from the box it is simple to configure. Additionally, the PF-R is compatible with the Operator System Suite (OSS) Redux which is a series of minimalistic and practical set of pouches which can be used with any of S&S Precision’s carriers or standard MOLLE/ PALS webbing systems. This series is constructed of light-weight, hydrophobic material that is durable, long-lasting and will shed water to reduce weight in wet environments.

Available in MultiCam, Black, Tan and Toadvine, the PF-R is available to accommodate a wide variety of plates. Check the site for current offerings.

www.sandsprecision.com/plate-frame-and-accessories/plateframes/plateframe-redux

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SCUBAPRO Sunday – Audie Leon Murphy

Sunday, June 20th, 2021

Audie Murphy is one of America’s greatest sons. I don’t really know how else to say it; it seems no matter what you say, it won’t to do him the justice he deserves. Audie was born on 20 June 1925; he came from a large family and his father abandoned them and his mother died when he was a teenager. He left school to pick cotton and hunt rabbits to help support his brothers and sisters. When the U.S. was attacked by the Japanese on 7 December 1941, he tried to enter the Army, Navy, and then the Marine Corp (with the help of his sister who forged his paperwork) and was turned away by them all for being too small. He was eventually allowed to join the Army. Murphy would be awarded every medal for valor the U.S. has in addition to awards and honors from France and Belgium.

Like a lot of people after any war, Audie suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder, (even thought that wasn’t a thing back then) at one point it got so bad that he slept with a gun under his pillow, and he also had night terrors so bad he started sleeping in the room above his garage. Most of his nightmares had to do with losing so many of his friends during the war. His passion to save his friends gave him the courage to accomplish all the heroic acts that earned him the decorations he received. His awards include the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star X 2, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star X 2, and Purple Heart X 2, just to name the top few.

In his second career, in Hollywood, he would make over 40 films, including starring as himself in the movie ‘To Hell and Back’. But, like all movies, the book is much better.

I knew I couldn’t do his story justice in the couple of pages I write, so I encourage you to read his book. He was driven more by his love of family and friends than anything else in his life.

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Arc’teryx Is Not Anti-Gun

Saturday, June 19th, 2021

Truth be told, Arc’teryx doesn’t have a corporate policy on guns. Why would they? They are a Canadian clothing company. Granted, they have a division dedicated to Law Enforcement and Armed Forces customers, but they remain an outdoor brand.

But that didn’t stop a viral narrative from forming today after an employee of Arc’teryx’s corporate sales team sent this email to a member of the US firearms industry who has done business with Arc’teryx in the past, purchasing clothing embroidered with their corporate logo.

This image went viral. It’s an email from an actual Arc’teryx employee, but it doesn’t reflect policy.

Several people reached out to me to see if it was true. I told them I’d find out, and I did.

The email looked legitimate, but I was skeptical of the story since I had just received an Arc’teryx fleece along with others from SIG Sauer during a Defense Media event a few weeks back. What’s more, SIG Academy’s pro shop is well stocked with LEAF product embroidered with the SIG logo.

Instead of what is asserted in the email, interaction with the tactical industry (to include firearms related businesses) has transitioned to the LEAF team from corporate sales since those businesses have more in common with LEAF.

What I gather happened was that the Service Coordinator misunderstood the situation and thought that since the Professional & Corporate Sales Team would no longer handle those clients, Arc’teryx writ large was no longer doing business with them. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Internally, this has been addressed.

I reached out to the receiver of the email who wishes to remain anonymous, but they didn’t answer my query which was very short suspense. Unfortunately, they went to others in the firearms industry to verify the purported policy shift rather than taking the issue up the chain at Arc’teryx.

Within 10 minutes of contacting Arc’teryx I was able to verify that the information in the email was incorrect and did not reflect corporate policy.

Arc’teryx provided me with this statement:

“The email screenshot expressing a restrictive policy on corporate sales to tactical industry business was sent out in error. It does not reflect our current policy. The customer has been notified, apologized to, and been put in touch with a representative from the Arc’teryx LEAF business unit”.

In the end, this is a horrible misunderstanding gone viral. Unfortunately, many are embracing the narrative to validate their own feelings rather than looking at the facts and understanding that this is a very big misunderstanding. Still others have used this incident for gain.

If you’ve ever been frustrated by so-called cancel culture, this is a classic example where narrative got out in front of fact. And the fact is, Arc’teryx LEAF remains committed to continue to conduct business with its industry partners, just like it has for over a decade.

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A New Member in the Family: Rheinmetall Mission Master XT, an Extreme Terrain Autonomous UGV

Saturday, June 19th, 2021

Rheinmetall proudly announces the release of the Mission Master XT, the latest member of its successful Mission Master family of Autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicles (A-UGVs). Unlike the Mission Master SP platform, which is already introduced to the market, the Mission Master XT has a diesel-powered engine. Responding to a new set of needs, the Rheinmetall Mission Master XT is highly mobile even in the toughest terrain and capable of carrying impressive payloads. The Mission Master XT was developed by Rheinmetall Canada.

A true companion when the going gets tough
The Rheinmetall Mission Master XT thrives in extreme terrain. It easily tackles ice, snow, and sub-zero weather conditions, as well as sandy, rocky and mountainous topography. Its advanced amphibious capabilities allow it to float and swim while maintaining its full payload capacity. Weighing in at 2217 kg, this powerful A-UGV can carry a 1000 kg payload in all scenarios, allowing troops to transport special equipment to hard-to-reach locations. The diesel-powered engine allows it to travel 750 km without refuelling, while lithium-ion batteries enable up to 6 hours of silent watch operations.

Another remarkable feature of the Rheinmetall Mission Master XT is its continuous tire inflation system, which adjusts the tire pressure as needed based on the terrain. Featuring high endurance and survivability, the A-UGV keeps moving on even with 2 cm-holes in the tires.

Autonomous, intelligent and easy to control
Like the other platforms in the Rheinmetall Mission Master family, the Mission Master XT is optimized to take on dull, dirty and dangerous tasks, allowing soldiers to focus on their core missions more effectively and in greater safety. It is driven by Rheinmetall PATH, a proven autonomy kit (A-kit) that enables a wide range of autonomous driving and navigation capabilities.

The Mission Master family is fully compatible with NATO-standard battle management systems and can be controlled through a variety of teleoperation options. “The most multifunctional of these is a smart tablet developed by Rheinmetall, which allows the operator to control any Mission Master platform and payload through a single interface, a first for the market”, explains Alain Tremblay, Vice-President of Business Development and Innovation at Rheinmetall Canada. “For instance, users can monitor camera feeds or direct a weapon station, then quickly program the platform to navigate itself autonomously to a desired location, all from the same device”, adds Mr Tremblay.

If necessary, this robust, tried-and-tested mechanical platform can operate in manned configuration, with an integrated joystick and emergency seat.

Multi-mission capabilities
Thanks to its modularity, the Rheinmetall Mission Master XT can take on multiple missions in any situation. The scope of activities the A-UGV can conduct includes logistic transport, surveillance, fire support, rescue, medical evacuation, CBRN detection, communication relay and a multitude of other client-specific requirements. Rheinmetall is committed to maximum operational safety at all times, keeping a human in the loop in all kinetic operations.

A powerful component of Joint All Domain Operations
As enemy capabilities become increasingly advanced, the ability to quickly leverage large amounts of data in order to make informed decisions in the field is more critical than ever. Foreseeable force deployments are likely to take the form of multinational Joint All Domain Operations (JADO) that encompass every dimension of the modern battlefield: land, air, sea, cyber and information space as well as outer space.

Just like the other members of Rheinmetall’s Mission Master family the new Mission Master XT features a unique NATO standard battle management system (BMS) integrated into every platform. This allows each system to process large amount of tactical data. The Mission Master XT thus becomes an integral member of the tactical combat team able to share and exchange information from its vehicle and module sensors to improve the team’s common operating picture. The BMS also uses information in the network from other contributors to improve its own situational awareness with regard to terrain as well as the location of friendly and enemy forces. The built-in BMS allows many Mission Master platforms to operate as an UGV team when carrying out standard military missions in direct support of troops on the ground.

Finally, the Mission Master XT will also benefit from the systematic integration of new artificial intelligence applications, allowing it to evolve and continue contributing to successful outcomes in the complex JADO battlespace of tomorrow.

Renaming of the existing Mission Master
To make room for the newcomers in the Mission Master family, the existing Mission Master platform now becomes the Rheinmetall Mission Master SP. Named for its role as “silent partner”, the Mission Master SP remains an invaluable asset for dismounted troops in a wide range of missions, including high-risk situations.

www.rheinmetall.com

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Qore Performance and Triarc Systems Announce New Retail Showroom Partnership

Friday, June 18th, 2021

Mansfield, TX: The thermoregulation, hydration and human performance experts at Qore Performance, Inc., announced an all-new retail partnership with precision weapons systems experts Triarc Systems. Effective immediately, Triarc Systems has the complete Qore Performance lineup of thermoregulation and performance enhancement technologies on display and ready for purchase at their retail showroom in Mansfield, TX. Triarc Systems is currently displaying the complete Military/Law Enforcement product line, with the Safety/Devices product line coming soon.

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Collectively referred to as the IceAge Ecosystem, the Qore Performance line of novel thermoregulation and performance enhancement technologies are used by dozens of America’s premier institutions and freedom fighters all across the globe.

Since launch in 2017, the IceAge Ecosystem, anchored by IcePlate Classic and IcePlate Curve, have a perfect operational safety record with more than 2.5 million hours worked without a single minute lost to a heat injury. In addition to military and law enforcement customers across the country, Qore Performance counts companies such as Dutch Bros Coffee, Raising Canes, Bo Jangles, Whataburger, Charlotte Area Transit System, and Boeing in its list of prestigious enterprise customers.

“Chris and his team at Triarc Systems are the perfect partner to showcase our unique and cutting-edge IceAge Ecosystem,” said Justin Li, Qore Performance Co-Founder and CEO, “we are extremely selective about our retail partnerships and most companies don’t qualify, but Triarc Systems is a perfect fit because our companies share a foundational value system and are both on a mission to create decisive competitive advantages for our end-users in places and ways overlooked by others. We couldn’t imagine trusting anyone else with our brand as the first retail showroom partner in the Great State of Texas for all of our customers: military, law enforcement, safety and devices.”

The Qore Performance IceAge Ecosystem is on display and available now at the Triarc Systems Showroom in Mansfield, TX and on the Triarc Systems website.

For Sales inquiries, contact:

Qore Performance, Inc.

Doug Burr, Director of Sales and Business Development
22311 Shaw Rd, STE A2
Sterling, VA 20166
P 703.755.0724
Email

TRIARC Systems, LLC

2500 U.S. 287 Frontage Rd
Mansfield, TX 76063 USA
P 817.969.5410
Email

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FirstSpear Friday Focus: New Arid Multicam Windcheater

Friday, June 18th, 2021

New for 2021 the Wind Cheater returns in Arid Multicam! Constructed from 330D ambush the Wind Cheater is a unique garment very light in weight, breathes like a T-shirt yet still sheds wind and light precipitation thanks to a DWR coating.

The Wind Cheater features a long tail with just the right height on the front for easy access to belt mounted accessories. Oversized hood works well with hats or helmets with a wide range of bungee adjustment for user defined fit. Two large bicep pockets, pit zips and torso pockets allow for exceptional ventilation when required.

Available in Arid Multicam, Multicam, Black, Ranger Green, Coyote, and Manatee Grey. Made in the USA!

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For more information about the arid windcheater, www.first-spear.com/wind-cheater.

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Sitka – Kelvin Aerolite 30 Sleeping Bag

Wednesday, June 16th, 2021

Sitka has introduced the Kelvin Aerolite 30 Sleeping Bag which utilizes Aerogel-infused Primaloft insulation to trap air. Aerogel is the world’s lowest density solid and most effective thermal insulator and PrimaLoft Gold Insulation fibers are infused with it. What’s more, PrimaLoft Gold Insulation with Cross Core technology uses 35% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content.

PrimaLoft Gold stays warm even when wet or compressed and maintains its loft, even after expended periods of compression. The shell is DWR coated 20D nylon.

This 30 deg bag’s jacket-like features include zippered, functional armholes; contoured shoulders and hood, and a center-front two-way zipper. The footbox can be closed up for sleeping, or pulled up and secured for mobility.

Although this is not a Sitka Arrowhead product, it is a great accompaniment for Arrowhead customers.

Offered in one color, Lead, which is a Grey hue, in regular (6′) and long (6’6″) lengths.

www.sitkagear.com/products/kelvin-aerolite-30-sleeping-bag/lead

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P-40 Gen.2 Tactical Shorts from UF PRO Uses New Flex/Waist System to Create Tailored Fit; Available Starting Today

Tuesday, June 15th, 2021

TRZIN, SLOVENIA (16 June 2021)—UF PRO today announced that it has rolled out an innovative pair of tactical shorts promising greater comfort, better performance, and a sharper look thanks to its use of the company’s new Flex/Waist System.

Available for purchase as of this morning, the debuting P-40 Gen.2 Tactical Shorts will be offered in four solid colours: Black, Brown Grey, Kangaroo, or Navy Blue. Additionally, the shorts can be obtained in the camouflage patterns of MultiCam or MultiCam Black.

The P-40 Gen.2 Tactical Shorts start at €129 per pair. They may be bought online at the UF PRO website or from the gear-maker’s brick-and-mortar outlet in Trzin.

A key selling point of the P-40 Gen.2 Tactical Shorts is its Flex/Waist System, which enables the garment to conform smartly to the shape of the wearer’s waist.

The Flex/Waist System also improves comfort by allowing these shorts to completely fill the gap that normally exists between the inside of the waistband and the curvature at the wearer’s lower back. Elimination of that space is accomplished by strategically positioned 3D pad.

At the heart of the Flex/Waist System are side stretch-panels. These allow for expandable width adjustments without the possibility of creasing the fabric and they work with the 3D pads to prevent skin irritations.

Included with the Flex/Waist System is an integrated under-belt with a reinforced buckle that prevents the under-belt from turning sideways and fixates the waist width, preventing elastic side panels from overstretching.

Other notable aspects of the P-40 Gen.2 Tactical Shorts include:

– Construction from lightweight, breathable, fast-drying NyCo materials that contribute to improved comfort and performance in hot summer weather;

– Side-pocket ventilation openings covered with anti-mosquito mesh (each of the two side pockets is spacious and accessible via a vertical side zipper);

– Variety of pockets (in addition to the large side pockets there are also hand pockets, a small strap-secured gear pocket atop the side pockets, a pen pocket, a knife pocket, and two back pockets);

– Large Belt loops and the under-belt buckle are reinforced with CORDURA® fabric.