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Salomon – Genesis Forces Mid GTX

Tuesday, May 19th, 2026

I recently picked up a pair of the new Genesis Forces Mid GTX which were released earlier this year.

They are touted as built for comfort and they deliver. The first thing I noticed after putting them on was how I felt like I was walking on a cushion of air. It makes sense as they are based on Salomon’s ultra-distance trail running shoe of the same name.

The cushioning is provided by Salomon’s mid-sole system, optiFOAM with additional support from their activeCHASSIS. The upper is ripstop fabric reinforced with over molding for durability. They’ve also incorporated puncture resistance in the sole and a medial protective pad for fast roping.

Width is a US E so there’s plenty of room in the toe box and I always appreciate the simple quickLACE system with lace pocket on the tongue for rapid donning and doffing.

Salomon footwear always performs above its weight class and the Genesis promises to be no different despite only weighing 14 ounces. Since I know longer carry a rucksack along the clay roads of Fort Bragg, I don’t beat my shoes and boots up like I used to, but I’ve been wearing these in rotation for the past few months and they remain in great shape and still as comfortable as the first time I put them on.

There are versions with or without GORE-TEX. Offered in Black and Coyote in sizes 4-15 US.

You can check out the Genesis as well as other Salomon Forces models today and tomorrow at SOF Select in Tampa, Florida. The shoe is also in display in the GORE-TEX Professional booth, #1713 on the main floor of SOF Week.

www.salomon.com/en-us/product/genesis-forces-gtx-li8786/L49132600

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TTPOA Issues Statement Regarding SIG SAUER P320 Pistol

Tuesday, May 19th, 2026

There been a lot of controversy over the SIG P320 Pistol, especially after a false narrative was shared following the death of an Air Force Airman last summer at the hands of another Security Forces Defender. Rather than take responsibility for the death of his fellow service member, the perpetrator claimed the M18 Modular Handgun, a P320 variant, fired in an uncommanded discharge. Despite that being a lie, the internet went wild for it.

Quite a few instructors as well as some professional organizations and ranges joined in on the hysteria and banned use of the firearm in events and classes sponsored by them. While many revised their position after the truth came to light, some continue the ban.

This week, the Texas Tactical Police Officer Association released a statement regarding reinstatement of the P320 TTPOA-sponsored events and training. However, it should be read in full.

Here is the statement:

The Texas Tactical Police Officers Association (TTPOA) Executive Board has completed an extensive due diligence review regarding the Sig Sauer P320/M17/M18 platform and has voted to lift the prior restriction on the use of the P320/M17/M18 in TTPOA-sponsored training and events.

The original restriction was implemented in response to numerous publicly circulated incidents and videos alleging the Sig Sauer P320/M17/M18 platform were capable of firing without a trigger press, including incidents where the firearm was reportedly holstered at the time of discharge. Additional online videos and demonstrations attempted to replicate these occurrences outside of the holster environment. Due to the seriousness of these allegations and the potential risk to law enforcement personnel, the TTPOA Executive Board elected to temporarily prohibit the use of the P320/M17/M18 platform during TTPOA events pending further review.

In evaluating whether the restriction should remain in place, the Executive Board conducted a comprehensive review process that included independent testing data, consultation with subject matter experts, direct engagement with Sig Sauer leadership, and review of current litigation and industry information related to the platform.

As part of this process, the TTPOA reviewed independent testing conducted by the Texas Department of Public Safety (TXDPS) Firearms Unit. The testing involved ten Sig Sauer P320/M17/M18 pistols, including five new pistols and five pistols currently in service use. The testing was digitally recorded from multiple angles and included multiple test parameters designed to evaluate and confirm the function of the internal safety mechanisms incorporated into the P320/M17/M18 design. The TTPOA Executive Board was briefed on the findings and methodology utilized during the testing process. TXDPS currently maintains approximately 7,000 Sig Sauer P320/M17/M18 pistols in operational inventory.

Additionally, Sig Sauer leadership met with the TTPOA Executive Board during the TTPOA Annual Conference to discuss the restriction and provide detailed information regarding the design and operation of the P320/M17/M18 platform. Participants included Sig Sauer executive leadership, legal counsel, law enforcement sales representatives, and subject matter experts familiar with the internal striker assembly and safety systems of the pistol. TTPOA and Sig Sauer legal counsel participated in the discussions, and questions from the Executive Board were addressed in an open and transparent manner. Sig Sauer also offered TTPOA representatives’ direct access to company facilities and manufacturing operations for further evaluation. Subsequently, two members of the TTPOA Executive Board traveled to Sig Sauer Headquarters and manufacturing facilities to conduct an on-site review and meet further with company leadership and technical experts. The visit included discussions with Sig Sauer law enforcement and military sales leadership, legal counsel, and subject matter experts on the P320/M17/M18 design, manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance processes.

Based on the totality of information reviewed through this due diligence process, the TTPOA Executive Board determined sufficient information exists to support lifting the prior restriction on the Sig Sauer P320/M17/M18 platform for TTPOA-sponsored events and training. While TTPOA has lifted its organizational restriction on the P320/M17/M18 platform, TTPOA recognizes and respects the authority of individual contract instructors, host agencies, and host ranges to establish and enforce their own firearms policies and safety requirements. TTPOA cannot compel contract instructors, host agencies, or range operators to permit the use of the P320/M17/M18 platform during training events conducted on their facilities or under their direction. Any such restrictions imposed by those entities remain within their discretion and authority.

The TTPOA recognizes firearms safety remains a shared responsibility among manufacturers, agencies, instructors, armorers, and individual officers. TTPOA will continue to monitor developments, testing, and relevant information regarding duty weapon platforms and reserves the right to reevaluate policies should new information emerge in the future.

TTPOA Executive Board

Additional resources are available here.

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TacJobs – Qore Performance Seeks VP, Sales & Business Development

Monday, May 18th, 2026

VP, SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Status: Active Recruitment | Mission: Building A Superhuman Future.®

Preferred Location: Knoxville, TN (HQ)
Alternative Locations: DC Metro | Virginia Beach | Fayetteville | Columbus (GA) | Tampa Bay

I. THE OBJECTIVE

Qore Performance is transitioning from Founder-led sales to a mature, VP-led capability. Your ‘North Star’ is to eliminate the biological throttles of our customers by establishing QPI as the global leader in thermoregulation for American Security and American Prosperity. You are not here to maintain a system; you are here to engineer a scalable revenue architecture from the ground up.

II. THE ARCHITECTURE (PRIORITIZED OUTCOMES)

Immediate Revenue Lethality: Deliver verifiable P/L results within 30 days by ‘dialing for dollars’ through our existing Shopify database. Goal: as close to $100k in closed sales in Month 1.

System Engineering: Implement and own the outbound tech stack. You will integrate a new CRM with our current environment (Shopify, MRPeasy, Google Workspace/Gemini).

Contract Capture: Navigate and secure high-level contracts (SBIR, OTA, PoR, Sole-Source) from requirement shaping to final delivery and approved procurement lists.

Transition Leadership: Move the company from inbound-organic to outbound-disciplined. You will eventually recruit, train, and lead a team of Account Managers and Field Specialists.

Multi-Vertical Fluidity: Simultaneously manage DoD/Government contracts and Enterprise Safety sales (e.g., Chick-fil-A, Dutch Bros, industrial foundries).

III. THE OPERATOR (REQUIRED SPEC)

Service History: Senior Enlisted SOF Veteran (AFSOC, NSW, SF, Ranger Regiment, etc.).

Private Sector P&L: Minimum 5–10 years of private sector experience with a proven track record of closing eight figures in revenue.

Technical Rigor: An ‘AI Ninja’ capable of leveraging Gemini and other LLMs to accelerate the sales cycle and build research bots.

Communication: Executes a highly responsive customer communication cadence. Precision in language is mandatory.

Cultural Alignment: Driven by a deep, primal desire for execution excellence in every action.

IV. THE ENVIRONMENT (CULTURE & TECH)

Neatness as a Requirement: We maintain ‘set-ready’ workstations. Neatness is a physical manifestation of a disciplined mind.

No Red Tape: We are not beholden to PE or VC. We move at the speed of physics.

The Tech Stack: Proficiency in Shopify, MRPeasy, Google Workspace, and specialized contract interfaces (SupplyCentral, Singapore SOF) is required.

Assets: Access to a 2,500 sq. ft. media studio and ‘Betsy,’ our F-150 show truck, for high-fidelity presentations.

V. DEPLOYMENT (HOW TO APPLY)

Review the Careers page on our site. Email us with your best pitch. This is your first test of primary research, ability to follow directions, and decisive action.

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The VSLAP-V1 from B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc. at SOF Week 2026

Monday, May 18th, 2026

B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc., a Defense Technology Manufacturer specializing in advanced photonic solutions for military, law enforcement, consumer, and aerospace applications worldwide, is proud to highlight their new VSLAP® series a compact high-power near infrared target pointer and illuminator. The VSLAP®-V1 is the latest device in production from the B.E. Meyers & Co. line of high-power lasers designed to enhance air-to-ground pointing, illumination, and communication. Its superior design provides increased output, ergonomic form factor, and better integration with weapon systems.

B.E. Meyers & Co. will be at Booth 1153 at this year’s SOF Week in Tampa, Florida from 18-21 May 2026.

Since the 1993 release of the IZLID®, B.E. Meyers & Co. has set the standard for high powered Near-Infrared laser pointers and illuminators. The IZLID®series is used in TACP, CCT, JTAC, SOTAC, ANGLICO and JFO applications and for other air-to-ground integration and communication needs. It’s now a widely used product by military agencies around the world chosen for its high power, ergonomics, ruggedness, and weapon system adaptability. Learning from decades of battlefield experience with the IZLID®, B.E. Meyers & Co. has further innovated with the introduction of the VSLAP®. The VSLAP® will continue to support warfighters with the same capability as the IZLID®, but with continued innovation to ergonomics, power output and weapon system integration.

At the core of the VSLAP® is B.E. Meyers & Co.’s patented DeathStar™ technology that co-aligns six individual laser diodes into a single concentrated beam, outputting up to 1.21 Watts of power. These co-aligned beams diverge over long distances and create the perception of a single beam with a much larger profile than traditional laser systems. The increased size of the beam profile increases its long-range visibility for high altitude aircraft communication. On-target illumination clarity is also improved by the six lasers in the DeathStar™ system. As the beams diverge downrange, they begin to overlap each other, which removes the inconsistencies in each of the individual defused Edge Emitting Lasers (EEL). This is vital for situational awareness when using the VSLAP®s 2.5º flood for target illumination.

The design of the VSLAP® allows for single handed operation and manipulation of the systems controls. The power lever allows users to choose between four power settings with just their thumb: Off, Low, Medium and High. These settings provide a wide range of power outputs, allowing the user to select the appropriate output for the environment. The top of the device has two fire buttons which sit in a natural position of the users’ fingers. An easily distinguishable constant on fire button, a secondary pulse fire button with settings at 2Hz, 5Hz, 10Hz and an unmistakable arrhythmic setting. Beam divergence is quickly adjustable by turning the front collar 1/8 turn to transition from a pointer to a 2.5º flood.

The VSLAP® can also be utilized on various weapon systems from Crew Served Weapons to rotary wing aircraft platforms. For these uses the device supports azimuth and elevation adjustments for precise targeting alignment. The built in proprietary Wakizashi® port allows simultaneous remote control and power supply, allowing a single operator to activate the laser while firing. Additionally, the Wakizashi® port supports data transfer, allowing users to remotely control the laser’s settings.

The VSLAP® is the next evolution of high-power, long-range combat communication and situational awareness. Its revolutionary DeathStar™ technology creates a substantial battlefield advantage to help our warfighters ensure mission success and bring them home safely.

For more information on the VSLAP® and other B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc products, please visit our video here: www.youtube.com

For specifications, please visit our product page here:
www.bemeyers.com/products/pointing-illumination/series/vslap/vslap

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BFG Monday: Your Chemlight Bundle Is Obsolete

Monday, May 18th, 2026

For decades, deploying chemlights meant relying on an outdated and improvised process. Operators had to unwrap individual chem lights, bundle them together with 550 cord, tape them to control light output, then figure out how to secure the entire setup to a belt or kit using additional retention methods or carabiners. The process added unnecessary bulk, increased weight, and consumed valuable time better spent on weapons maintenance, mission planning, equipment preparation, and other tasks critical to operational readiness.

That is no longer the standard.

Blue Force Gear is proud to introduce the patent pending MARCO HR, a purpose built chemlight deployment system engineered for professional end users operating in environments where speed and efficiency matter.

Built for Modern Operations

Built from rugged injection molded nylon, the MARCO HRcarries and deploys thirty 2 inch chemlights in one compact system weighing only 9.6 ounces loaded. Traditional taped chemlight bundles can weigh nearly two pounds once assembled, adding unnecessary bulk to an already demanding loadout.

Using a palm actuated mechanical design, the MARCO HR simultaneously deploys and activates each chemlight instantly without additional handling or visual confirmation.

No tape. No wasted motion. The MARCO HR allows users to maintain concentration and situational awareness without looking down to confirm chemlight activation during low light operations.

The result is faster deployment, reduced movement, and improved efficiency during low light operations wheremaintaining focus matters.

The MARCO HR can be loaded in under one minute using the user’s preferred chemlight color including blue, green, red, IR, and white options which are sold separately.

This is not an incremental improvement to an old concept. It is a complete replacement for an outdated method that has remained unchanged for decades.

For more than twenty years, Blue Force Gear has led the industry by challenging conventional equipment design through advanced materials, patented technologies, and a relentless focus on reducing unnecessary weight without sacrificing durability or capability. From weapon slings and load carriage systems to pouch design and attachment technology, BFG products are trusted by military and law enforcement professionals worldwide because they are engineered to solve real operational problems.

Because lightweight equipment is not about comfort. It is about preserving mobility, reducing fatigue, and increasing effectiveness when performance matters most.

For users who prefer a more traditional carry configuration, the MARCO HR can also be paired with the new Ten-Speed Belt Pouch Hanger, which holds three larger chem sticks while maintaining a cleaner and more streamlined profile than traditional taped bundles.

The era of taped chemlight bundles is over.

The MARCO HR has arrived.

Learn more about the MARCO HR and the full MARCO Family of Marking Light Dispensers at www.blueforcegear.com.

For units seeking to increase survivability and operational performance through reduced load carriage by upgrading to Helium Whisper, contact the Blue Force Gear Military Department or visit BlueForceGear.com.

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FirstSpear to Exhibit at SOF Week 2026, Showcasing Recon K9 Integration and Maritime Capabilities

Saturday, May 16th, 2026

FENTON, Mo. (May 14, 2026) — FirstSpear®, the industry leader in innovation and standard-setting load-bearing technology and personal protective equipment, will exhibit at SOF Week 2026, taking place May 18–21, 2026, in Tampa, Florida. FirstSpear’s booth will be located in the Bayshore Ballroom at the Hilton Tampa Downtown as part of SOF Select, a focused industry exhibition running alongside the main SOF Week event. The booth will showcase FirstSpear’s full platform lineup alongside the newly integrated Recon K9® brand, with live demonstrations scheduled throughout the week.

SOF Week is the premier annual convention for the global special operations community, co-hosted by U.S. Special Operations Command and the Global SOF Foundation, drawing operators, acquisition leaders, government officials, and industry partners from around the world.

Recon K9 Live Demonstration

On Tuesday, May 19, FirstSpear will host a live Multi-Purpose Canine (MPC) demonstration in the courtyard of the Hilton Tampa Downtown, led by Jason Watson, founder of Recon K9.

The demonstration will feature a working K9 outfitted in Recon K9’s DT Alpha™ modular vest system, complete with an integrated camera rigging to showcase real-world operational capability, modular load carriage, and the equipment standard trusted by military, law enforcement, and federal agency K9 teams.

FirstSpear announced an exclusive, ten-year licensing and operations agreement with Recon K9, through which FirstSpearhas assumed full responsibility for the sales, marketing, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics of the Recon K9 brand, with Watson joining the FirstSpear team as part of the transition.

“In the SOF community, the K9 is not merely an asset; they are a fellow operator,” said Jon Laplume, FirstSpear co-founder and vice president of SOF Strategy and Product Development. “Our integration of Recon K9 applies FirstSpear’s material science and manufacturing precision to these products. We are making a strategic commitment to the safety and lethality of the entire team.

Featured Recon K9 products on display will include the DT Alpha Vest™ with Coverlet System™, OTB Ruck™, and Aviation Parachute Bag™.

Maritime Capabilities Demonstration with Prime Hall and Deep End Fitness

On Wednesday, May 20, FirstSpear will lead an off-site product demonstration at Bobby Hicks Pool (4120 W. Mango Ave., Tampa, FL 33616), running from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The demonstration will be supported by Deep End Fitness and Prime Hall, FirstSpear’s lead maritime Vanguard.

Hall, a former U.S. Marine Raider and water survival instructor, was appointed to the FirstSpear Vanguard Program earlier this year. In that role, he serves as a subject matter expert in FirstSpear maritime platforms. The demonstration will highlight the AAC Frog™ Kit (Assaulter Armor Carrier Frog Kit), including the patented Cummerbund Tactical Aid to Flotation (CTAF)™, which has become the standard for maritime operations across USSOCOM, the U.S. Air Force, and the U.S. Coast Guard.

“When seconds count, our maritime operators need equipment that helps them remain undetected, agile, and mission-ready,” said Hall. “The AAC-FROG and CTAF systems were engineered to provide that advantage, combining patented, low-profile design with industry-leading buoyancy, giving operators more lift, more mobility, and more survivability when it matters most.”

Booth and Product Focus

FirstSpear’s SOF Select booth will feature its full maritime and aviation platform suite, including the AAC Frog™ Kit, ABAV™ (Aircrew Body Armor Vest), CTAF™, FirstSpear LVPC™ (Low Visibility Plate Carrier), and new SOF requirement-driven chest rig configurations, alongside the full Recon K9® product lineup.

For technical inquiries related to K9, flotation, CTAF™, AAC-FROG, or other FirstSpear products, visit the FirstSpear booth.To request a meeting during SOF Week, contact sales@First-Spear.com

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Catch Up with Hudson Supplies at OpEx 2026

Friday, May 15th, 2026

See the latest from Hudson during the upcoming Operator Expo, May 27 & 28, at the Infinity Convention Centre in Ottawa.

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UNITY Tactical Hires MIKE Silva as Vice President OF Global Sales and Business Development

Friday, May 15th, 2026

Industry Veteran Brings Experience to Lead Global Sales and Growth Initiatives

May 14, 2026 (Broussard, LA) – UNITY Tactical®, a designer of components that integrate tactical systems and optimize the human factor, announced the hire of Mike Silva as vice president of global sales and business development. In this role, Silva joins the executive leadership team and is responsible for leading UNITY’s sales and business development efforts across its diverse professional and enthusiast markets worldwide. He will oversee the strategic expansion of UNITY’s global footprint, manage domestic and international partner networks, and direct capture strategy and program management for high-level defense and law enforcement contracts globally.

Silva is an industry veteran who brings more than 10 years of relevant experience. He spent seven years serving as director of business development to the U.S. DOD for Team Wendy® (an Avon Protection PLC company), where he managed sales and business development across all branches of military service. During his tenure, Silva successfully spearheaded strategic initiatives that drove a significant increase in military sales. His leadership there included standing up the NAVAIR HGU-98/P helmet program from its inception to the delivery of over 80,000 helmets for Navy and Marine Corps maintainers.

“Mike will bring an informed perspective to UNITY®,” said Jose Rizo-Patron, president of UNITY Tactical. “His experience leading business development efforts coupled with his deep understanding of the defense market will usher continued growth as we continue to expand our global footprint.”

“UNITY has established an unmatched reputation for innovation, product quality, and a relentless focus on optimizing the human factor,” Silva said. “As an avid hunter, I was a UNITY customer prior to joining the company. I am honored to join this incredibly talented team during such a dynamic period of global growth, and I look forward to delivering UNITY’s cutting-edge solutions to our military, law enforcement, and civilian customers worldwide.”

Prior to joining UNITY Tactical, Silva most recently served as director of business development and strategy for Clandestine Media Group™, leading client strategy and growth initiatives across defense, tactical and commercial markets through integrated media and marketing solutions. Before his time at Clandestine, he was the director of business development for Opto-Knowledge Systems Inc. (OKSI™), where he focused on government and B2B opportunities that aligned with the company’s technology roadmap.

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