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Thyrm Announces the Arid M90 Trucker Hat

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

American-Made Swedish Style for Every Adventure

Sunnyvale, CA – August 1, 2024

Dür Flerpity Flôopin’ Trucker Hat fer de PëwPëwin’!

Thyrm is proud to introduce the Arid M90 Trucker Hat, a stylish and functional headwear option for the range, the backyard, or anywhere in between.

This trucker hat features Thyrm’s custom Swedish M90 camo design, offering a unique geometric pattern that’s perfect for both casual wear and tactical use. The hat’s mid-rise, medium-structure design provides a comfortable fit, while the breathable nylon mesh back keeps you cool on hot days.

“Whether you’re training at the range or just enjoying a BBQ with friends, the Arid M90 Trucker Hat is the perfect choice,” says Andrew Frazier, CEO. “We’ve packed it with features that make a difference, like a sweat-wicking camo fabric closure and no top button for comfortable wear with headphones or hearing protection.”

Key Features of the Arid M90 Trucker Hat:

• Mid-rise, medium-structure trucker style
• Custom-printed cotton twill in Thyrm’s Arid Camo
• Breathable nylon mesh back
• Comfortable, sweat-wicking camo fabric closure
• Velcro size adjustment for a perfect fit
• No top button for comfortable wear with hearing protection or headphones
• Genuine leather patch with Thyrm logo
• Proudly made in the USA

Availability

The Arid M90 Trucker Hat is available now on Thyrm’s website: thyrm.com/product/swedish_camo_trucker

Arc’teryx and Skip Partner to Introduce MO/GO: Revolutionizing Mobility with the World’s First Pair of Powered Pants

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

Vancouver, BC, July 29, 2024 – In a groundbreaking collaboration, Arc’teryx and Skip proudly announce the launch of MO/GO™, the world’s first pair of powered pants designed to make human movement more joyful. Designed to support users to be more active through increasing stamina and reducing pain, MO/GO utilizes wearable robotics to tackle mobility challenges caused by aging, fatigue and injury that limit millions of people’s ability to move through life. This innovative product will be available for reservation starting July 24, 2024, with shipments planned for late 2025.

Founded as a project at Google X and spun out into an independent company in 2023, Skip is dedicated to creating movewear that supports those facing mobility challenges. Skip’s co-founders, Kathryn Zealand and Anna Roumiantseva, both have personal connections to mobility challenges, seeing their loved ones’ universes shrink due to health issues. Skip sought to partner with Arc’teryx’s Advanced Concepts team to create MO/GO, due to the brand’s expertise in apparel innovation and engineering solutions for movement in challenging environments. Led by scientists, engineers, and designers, Arc’teryx’s Advanced Concepts team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and collaboration.

MO/GO is designed to support users in their outdoor recreational activities. Inspired by the mountain goat, one of nature’s best climbers, these powered pants enable users to tackle elevation like never before. The technology provides a 40% boost to the leg muscles on the way up and supports the knees on the way down, using a battery-operated motor connected to a suite of sensors and a computer module that predicts and assists the user’s movements.

Arc’teryx integrated the system within the beloved Gamma Pant for this application, due to its breathability, abrasion-resistance and softshell stretch for active pursuits, and co-created bespoke carbon support structures to spread force from the motor across the leg ensuring comfort during extended periods of hiking. Extensively tested on hiking trails in the US and the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, MO/GO feels like a natural extension of the body, enhancing mobility without drawing attention to itself. This sleek, slimline design sets it far apart from the medicalized devices available to date.

“Arc’teryx was founded on a love for the mountains, and creating products which enable people to push themselves and reach new heights,” said Katie Becker, Chief Creative Officer at Arc’teryx.  “When the Skip team reached out with their early MO/GO prototype, we were immediately intrigued. Through extensive testing, prototyping and pushing the boundaries of design, we’ve seen testers get back out in the mountains they love – scaling summits and challenges they thought were lost to them. That’s what it’s all about to us – creating space to share our love of the mountains – and we’re so excited to see the MO/GO out in the world.”

Skip’s Co-Founder, Kathryn Zealand added. “By bringing together Skip’s expertise in artificial intelligence and powered wearable technology and Arc’teryx’s renowned product design and engineering excellence, we’ve created a product that truly transforms  the outdoor experience.”

The product will be available for reservation starting July 24, 2024, with shipments expected in late 2025. Media and the public will have the opportunity to test MO/GO at the Arc’teryx Climbing Academy in Squamish in August 2024.

For more information on MO/GO™ and to reserve your pair, visit www.skipwithjoy.com and join us in making the mountains accessible to all.

Introducing the XR2 Ultra, Compact, Lightweight and Rechargeable Weapon Light with Red Aiming Laser

Wednesday, July 31st, 2024

Fountain Valley, CA—SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s finest—and most innovative—illumination tools and tactical products, is proud to announce the highly capable, easily concealable XR2 weaponlight with visible red or green aiming laser is now shipping in the red laser configuration.

The XR2 is a lightweight, ultra compact, rechargeable handgun weaponlight with aiming laser that boasts an impressive 800 lumens and 15,000 candela. The XR2 is activated with intuitive ambidextrous switches that allow for both momentary-on or constant-on activation. This concealable weaponlight operates on a quick-detach battery, enabling the operator to swap out the power source without removing the XR2 from the host weapon and disturbing the laser’s zero.

With its incorporated red aiming laser (green laser model coming soon), the XR2 allows for faster target acquisition, enabling the operator to engage effectively in high-pressure situations. The 5-milliWatt laser is highly visible in various lighting environments, providing a clear aiming point in even the harshest conditions.

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The XR2 is designed for a concealable mid-size handgun with its ultra-lightweight, extremely compact, low-profile design. Its rail mount features four points of contact to ensure an added measure of redundancy and security when mounted to a weapon and will securely attach to most Universal-rail-equipped handguns. The dual recoil-proof LEDs result in a Hybrid beam pattern with significant reach downrange as well as ample spill light, so you can positively ID targets at distance while maintaining situational awareness.

XR2 Features:

• Dual LEDs deliver 800 lumens of intense white light and 15,000 candela shaped in to a Hybrid beam pattern; ideal for positive target identification at short- to medium-range distances, delivering a bright central beam and ample spill light

• Choose between red laser with an output of 5 milliWatts/635 nanometers and green laser with an output of 5 milliWatts/515 nanometers for rapid target acquisition from nonstandard shooting positions

• Compact form factor is ideal for concealment, adding no additional width or length to most mid-sized concealable handguns.

• SureFire’s intuitive and ambidextrous switching provides momentary-on or constant-on activation for virtually foolproof, stress-free instant activation

• Quick-detach, rechargeable lithium polymer battery provides fast and easy battery swaps without removing the XR2 from the host firearm, ideal for prolonged low-light training sessions

• Battery-mounted fuel gauge allows convenient monitoring of charge status; it minimizes your chances of being caught with a dead battery

• Included charging cradle features two charging bays so you can keep charged spare batteries readily at hand

• Weatherproof, sealed gasket to ensure durability in rainy conditions

For more information on the XR2, visit www.surefire.com/xr2.

Tactical Tuesday: Coming Soon!

Tuesday, July 30th, 2024

Vertx is about to drop a major visual upgrade that’ll make your favorite go-to packs even more badass. Stay tuned, this is the upgrade you’ve been waiting for, and it’s coming in hot.

Qore Performance Unveils ICEPLATE EXO Gen 3 Ultralight Minimalist Plate Carrier: Weaponizing Temperature for Unparalleled Competitive Advantage

Monday, July 29th, 2024

Knoxville, TN – [July 29, 2024] – Qore Performance®, a leader in thermoregulation and tactical gear innovation, is proud to announce the launch of ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3, the latest evolution of their Ultralight Minimalist plate carrier. This advanced performance and survivability tool goes beyond traditional plate carriers, enhancing physiological capabilities and shielding end-users from environmental challenges. “After using almost every high-end plate carrier on the market in a professional capacity overseas, I knew we had the foundational DNA for a vastly superior tool,” said Will Clark, Director of Operations at Qore Performance, “the combination of our professional experiences along with our vision for a performance-driven future of empowered individuals, gave birth to what is now ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3: the plate carrier I wanted as a professional end-user.”

Ballistic and Environmental Protection Excellence

ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 combines cutting-edge thermoregulation technology with next-generation materials to deliver one of the lightest and easily the most capable plate carriers on the market. ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 maintains a superior strength-to-weight ratio, with the side strap option weighing just 15.2 ounces and the AXL Equinox Cummerbund variant up to 23.2 ounces. Constructed from hydrophobic laminate materials with a tensile strength exceeding 600 pounds, the ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 (Berry Compliant) sheds unnecessary weight without compromising durability or performance.

The ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is more than just a world-class plate carrier; it also integrates patented thermoregulation and hydration systems, such as the ICEPLATE®, seamlessly enhancing comfort and operational efficiency when used with body armor. By leveraging temperature regulation, the ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 expands physiological capacity, offering unparalleled advantages in extreme conditions through its unique and powerful cooling, heating, and hydration capabilities.

Key Features and Benefits

Cooling, Heating, Hydration: ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 incorporates patented ICEPLATE® and ICEVENTS® technologies, enabling operators to maximize endurance and effectiveness in any environment.

Ergonomic Load-Bearing: Designed with the operator’s needs in mind, ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3, especially with the AXL Equinox Cummerbund, offers a lightweight, ergonomic design that evenly distributes weight, reducing fatigue and improving mobility.

Durable and Hydrophobic: Made from high-quality, lightweight, and durable materials, ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is built to withstand the demands of tactical operations. Its laminate construction repels water, making it ideal for maritime use.

Unprecedented Customizability: ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is fully customizable, allowing armed professionals to tailor the carrier to their needs. It accommodates most two- or three-strand cummerbunds and integrates multiple quick-release systems into the shoulders.

Pushing the Bleeding Edge

“ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is the first and only plate carrier in the world to actively expand the operational environment envelope, enhance physiological performance and inoculate the end user against temperature risk. ” said Justin Li, Co-Founder and CEO of Qore Performance. “ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 weaponizes temperature to create competitive advantages where none previously existed. It is a near perfect embodiment of ‘Building A Superhuman Future.”

Availability

ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 is now available exclusively on the Qore Performance website. It currently comes in Berry compliant ICEPLATE EXO® laminate, with a USMCA compliant laminate variant coming soon at a more accessible price point for those who do not require Berry compliant materials, but who still desire the precision and accuracy of in-house manufacturing done at Qore Performance in Knoxville, TN.

For more information and to place an order, visit: ICEPLATE EXO® Gen 3 Product Page.

Revision Wins NSPA Contract for NATO Eyewear

Monday, July 29th, 2024

Revision NSPA Contract Award

BATTLEFIELD PROTECTION WITH EVERYDAY STYLE

Essex Junction, Vermont (for immediate release) – Revision Military, a world leader in purpose-built ballistic eye protection for military and tactical use, now has a framework contract with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to supply a range of high-performance protective eyewear. The largest global supplier of ballistic and laser protective military eyewear solutions, Revision is the solution for major MoDs worldwide and is now available to any NATO countries wishing to purchase through NSPA – serving NATO nations, military authorities, and partner nations by providing efficient and cost-effective multinational solutions and access to Revision protective eyewear.

The contract was awarded following extensive review of Revision’s protective eyewear solutions by the NSPA. The contract duration is 3 years with options to be extended to a maximum of 2 years.

Selected by NSPA to meet the protective eyewear needs of NATO users, Revision is offering multiple kits featuring SAWFLY®, SAWFLY R3® and STINGERHAWK® spectacles, as well as DESERT LOCUST®, WOLFSPIDER®, MERLINHAWK®, AND SNOWHAWK® goggles, with EXOSHIELD® parachute eyewear completing the offering. All these products are available in a variety of lens offerings, featuring I-Vis® color enhancing high contrast lenses and LazrBloc® ballistic laser protective lenses. All revision eyewear is scalable with mission-specific accessories (prescription RX carriers, replacement lenses, replacement temple arms, retention straps, balaclavas, and more) also available through the framework contract.

Revision eyewear has been tried and tested in operations worldwide and is already in service across multiple countries delivering unmatched levels of protection, technology, and comfort.

Rene Roy, Chief of NSPA General Supply and Services stated: “As NATO’s primary enabler, NSPA’s mission is to provide effective and cost efficient multinational solutions to the Alliance, its thirty-two Nations and Partners. This contract is a good example of NSPA’s value proposition to industry: through the web-based platform of the NATO Logistics Stock Exchange (NLSE), the Agency responds to the evolving needs of customers, enabling Nations to procure on-demand systems and articles directly from manufacturers. This contributes to the preparedness of Allies for NATO missions and operations”.

Karan Rai, Revision Chairman of the Board said: “I’m proud to announce our NSPA contract award. Revision has operated in Europe for many years. This contract framework provides a streamlined procurement vehicle for NATO countries and the ability to rapidly meet real-world eyewear requirements to protect soldiers on the battlefield now and in the future. “

ABOUT I-VIS More than a single solution, I-Vis lenses are available in six tints, each optimized for use in a different environment. With the power of artificial intelligence, Revision accounted for theater-specific color vision variables that consider the color palette of locations while modeling the most likely lighting conditions to occur in that area using global data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

The result is a suite of lenses, each providing the best observational experience for a given environment without compromise. The suite features mil-spec eye protection with separate tints optimized for key areas of military operation around the globe. Each tint is designed to increase contrast and elevate color recognition in specific geographic regions, doing so without the negative effects associated with traditional monochromatic lens tints.

Revision MerlinHawk

Above: Revision® MerlinHawk® Goggle featuring I-Vis® Cano Lens and Gryphon Field Gaiter provides full neck and head coverage without interfering with headborne equipment.

ABOUT LAZRBLOC Revision’s LazrBloc eyewear provides a comprehensive laser protection solution: battle-proven by military forces and Law Enforcement around the globe.  Revision has been at the forefront of laser and ballistic protective eyewear solutions for the past decade.  Standard laser protective lenses are widely available, but much rarer are lenses that combine tailored laser protection as well as military-standard ballistic protection coupled with world-class anti-fog performance, integrated prescription correction and multiple sizes for optimal fit and comfort.  LazrBloc lenses and eyewear solutions from Revision meet these requirements.

Revision LazrBloc

Above: Revision® SnowHawk® Goggle and  StingerHawk® Spectacle featuring LazrBloc® FT-2 laser lens which protects against violet, blue and green lasers .

ABOUT REVISION Revision is relentlessly dedicated to protecting vision by developing and delivering purpose-built eye protection for military and tactical use worldwide. The Company has invested in the development and delivery of advanced ballistic and laser protective solutions for over two decades and has become the leading expert in protective eyewear solutions for military, law enforcement, and first responders, Revision specializes in designing products with the optimum balance of protection and performance and offers the ability for its customers to develop bespoke solutions based upon their unique threat and mission.

Revision Military is headquartered in Essex Junction, Vermont, USA. For more information, visit www.revisionmilitary.com, write media@revisionmilitary.com, or call +1 802.879.7002.

CONTACT

Revision
media@revisionmilitary.com

ABOUT NSPA The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) is NATO’s lead organisation for multinational acquisition, support and sustainment in all domains. NSPA is headquartered in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, with main operational centres in France, Hungary and Italy. The Agency employs over 1,500 staff and oversees more than 500 contractors worldwide.

CONTACT

NSPA
Denisa Pais
cco@nspa.nato.int

Ghost Robotics Corporation and LIG Nex1 Announce Close of Acquisition

Monday, July 29th, 2024

LIG Nex1 will have a controlling stake in Ghost Robotics
Philadelphia, PA and Seoul, South Korea – July 29, 2024 – Ghost Robotics, a leading innovator in legged robotics, and LIG Nex1, a premier South Korean defense technology company, are pleased to announce the close of a strategic partnership through LIG Nex1’s control-stake acquisition of Ghost Robotics. LIG Nex1 has acquired a 60% control-stake in Ghost Robotics for $240 million USD, valuing the company at $400 million USD.

This partnership marks a significant milestone for both companies as they combine their expertise and resources to advance the field of autonomous robotic solutions. The acquisition will enable Ghost Robotics to leverage LIG Nex1’s extensive experience and capabilities in defense technology and manufacturing to further accelerate scaling.

“We are thrilled to partner with LIG Nex1 and embark on this exciting new chapter for Ghost Robotics,” said Gavin Kenneally, PhD, Co-founder & CEO of Ghost Robotics. “Their investment and strategic guidance will accelerate our growth and enhance our ability to deliver groundbreaking robotic solutions to a wider range of industries and applications.”

LIG Nex1’s CEO, Shin IckHyun, echoed the enthusiasm, stating, “Our acquisition of a majority stake in Ghost Robotics aligns perfectly with our vision to lead the future of defense and security technology.” He added, “We expect this acquisition will serve as momentum for both companies to grow together based on our leading-edge technological capabilities and close cooperation.”

This partial acquisition will foster innovation and drive the development of next-generation robotic systems for both industrial and defense markets. By combining their strengths, Ghost Robotics and LIG Nex1 are well-positioned to lead the industry in delivering robust, versatile, and reliable robotic solutions.

MATBOCK Monday: 40MM Sight

Monday, July 29th, 2024

The Aquire Read Deploy (ARD) weapon sight, a state-of-the-art device designed and manufactured in the USA to elevate your accuracy and efficiency in the field.

Crafted from durable anodized aluminum, the ARD sight is versatile, mountable on either side or top rails, and built to withstand the rigors of combat. Its standout feature is the digital LCD screen, which displays the range of 40mm projectiles based on the angle of the weapon, the weapon system, and the specific round used. This technology is currently configured for the M203, 320, and PGL6 weapon platforms, accommodating various rounds, including High-Explosive (HE) and non-lethal options.

One of the most impressive aspects of the ARD sight is its adaptability. As new weapon systems and rounds are developed, the sight can be updated with the latest software, ensuring it remains at the cutting edge of military technology. This future-proof design means you’ll always have the most up-to-date targeting information at your fingertips.

What sets the ARD sight apart in the heat of battle is its simplicity. Estimating the range to the target and adjusting your weapon accordingly is intuitive. After the first round impacts, the digital readout allows for rapid adjustments, enabling you to bring your target into sight swiftly and accurately.

For a deeper dive into the ARD weapon sight’s capabilities and real-world applications, check out this informative video:

Whether you’re in training or on the battlefield, the ARD weapon sight is a game-changer, providing the precision and reliability you need to stay ahead of the enemy. Equip yourself with the ARD and experience the future of tactical targeting today.

To schedule a demo or find out more, please email sales@matbock.com or check out www.matbock.com/collections/accessories/products/ard-sight