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High Speed Gear Products Group Unveils Its Largest Selection of New Products at SHOT Show 2026

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

SWANSBORO, NC – January 12, 2025 – High Speed Gear® Products Group (HSGI), is set to make an impact at SHOT Show 2026, unveiling the largest and most ambitious lineup of new products in the company’s history. Fresh off celebrating its 25-year anniversary, High Speed Gear continues to push forward with constant innovation and end-user-driven purpose. Exhibiting at Booth #72739, the Products Group will showcase new gear and holster solutions across the High Speed Gear family of brands, including BlackPoint Tactical, Comp-Tac Holsters, and Crucial Concealment, all united by a shared commitment to delivering premium gear for professionals who demand and deserve the very best.

This year’s presence at SHOT Show represents a milestone moment for High Speed Gear Products Group, with more new products launching at a single show than ever before, each designed with direct input from members of our military, law enforcement agencies, and professional end users.

New Products to See First in The Booth:

• GEN 2 Duty TACO® lineup

• Level III Enhanced Duty Holster

• Level II Slick Duty Holster

• Level II Concealed Duty Holster

• ArcLock™ TASER® 10 Holster

• ArcLock™ TASER® 7 Holster

• Comp-Tac International Holster 2.0

• GEN 2 TACO® lineup in new colorways: Spruce Green and Silver Tan

• GEN 2 Tourniquet Pouch

• 40MM Stock Adapter Plate with RE Factor Tactical

• Duty Key Ring Holder

• Duty Baton Holder

• Universal Light Holster – IWB & OWB options

• Uniform Line new generation products

“This is a record-breaking year for us, as this is the largest selection of new products we’ve ever brought to SHOT Show,” said Allison Mitchum, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for High Speed Gear Products Group. “It’s the result of an incredible team across the High Speed Gear family of brands, united by one purpose: delivering uncompromising gear to the men and women who rely on it in the most demanding environments. That’s what drives everything we do.” Tyler Johnson, Vice President of Finance and Sales added, “We are excited about the suite of new products we are delivering to our customers in 2026. From professionals to enthusiasts, all customers will find something that is applicable to them.

High Speed Gear Products Group remains committed to delivering mission-ready, battle-proven equipment that professionals can trust when it matters most. SHOT Show 2026 marks not just a product launch record, but a statement of momentum, growth, and continued leadership in the industry.

Visit High Speed Gear Products Group at SHOT Show 2026 – Booth #72739

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EOTECH Launches Super Short 4-12×36 Vudu Scope

Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Plymouth, MI (January 2026) – EOTECH is proud to add to its family of super short optics, with the release of the Vudu 4-12×36 First Focal Plane rifle scope. The 4-12x shares similarities to EOTECH’s wildly popular 3-9×32 launched in 2025, but its first focal plane design gears this optic to the more tactical or professional user.

The 4-12x’s overall length is only 7.1”, making this optic ideal on even the shortest rifle or AR-pistol designs. &The scope body is constructed of aircraft-grade aluminum to be a compact, lightweight, but still incredibly durable package that is fog, water and shock resistant. Its 36mm objective lens allows for excellent light transmission, even in low-light, or dusk and dawn conditions.

A wide power band on the eyepiece makes transitioning from low to high magnification quick and easy and a substantial boss feature on the power ring makes it even faster. An adjustable diopter allows for precise focus for the individuals vision.

The scope’s turrets offer .1 MRAD adjustments and are both capped to protect from inclement weather or inadvertent adjustments. And, once the scope is zeroed, the turrets can quickly be reset to zero.

A rotary dial located on the left side of the optic provides an illuminated reticle with 10 brightness settings to help in dusk and dawn lighting conditions. A CR2032 is located next to the rotary dial providing roughly 300 hours of operation. The 4-12x sports the same XC high density, low dispersion multi-coated glass as its predecessors for excellent light transmission and scene clarity.

But what makes the 4-12x stand out from other magnified optics is its mounting interface. To minimize the overall length, EOTECH reduced the tube area typically used for mounting rings. Instead, a machined interface located at the bottom of the scope will adapt to the included EOTECH mount, or any aftermarket mini-ACOGÒ mounts, and mount directly on a mil-standard rail. This provides a 1.53” height above more, clearing most rear iron sights.

The first focal plane is preferred by more tactical users because the design allows quick range estimation and trajectory compensation at any magnification. In this design, the reticle and its sub-tensions, maintains its size relative to the target image. For those wanting a non-magnified solution, EOTECH offers an optional ring mount that can be attached to the slim, front tube section to mount an EFLX or other compatible micro sights. It can be positioned at the 12 o’clock position or at 45-degree offsets to give you immediate transitions for close or moving targets.

In the tactical world, size and weight are major factors in equipment decisions. The super short 4-12x is small in size, lightweight, packed with features, and ideal for any shooting situation. To learn more about this or any other EOTECH product, visit eotechinc.com

EOTECH Vudu 4-12×36 Riflescope Specifications

Magnification: 4-12x

Focal Plane: First

Color: Black

Tube Diameter: NA

Objective Lens: 36mm

Illuminated: Yes

Battery Type: CR2032

Overall Length: 7.1” (180.3mm)

Weight: 16.9 oz (479g)

Eye Relief: 4x: 2.5 – 3.1” (65-80mm), 12x: 2.4 – 3.0” (61-77mm)

Field-Of-View @ 100 Yards: 4x: 28.5 ft (8.6m), 12x: 9.5 ft (2.9m)

MSRP: Scope/$1,219 and Combo/$1,589.

Deliveries to begin Q1 2026.

For more information, please visit www.eotechinc.com

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EOTECH Launches the OGL-C Commercial Laser System

Monday, January 12th, 2026

Plymouth, MI (January 2026) – EOTECH is proud to introduce the OGL-C. This commercial variant provides all the features and benefits of the standard OGL but with eye-safe visible and IR lasers and IR illumination.

Available in either Black or Tan, the OGL-C can be mounted on any side of the rifle’s handguard, but the primary position is on the top rail. Ample separation between the lasers and the IR illuminator ensures no interference with front iron sights. Only slightly larger than a deck of cards, the housing incorporates strategic cuts and channels to reduce unnecessary weight.

“We are excited to get the consumer friendly OGL out into the market” said Mark Miller, EOTECH Product Manager. “This product was designed and developed with ergonomics in mind, as well as a feature set that is sure to satisfy the more sophisticated tactical user.”

Stacked vertically on the front of the OGL-C are the visible and IR lasers. Both lasers are co-aligned and share windage and elevation adjustments, making the zeroing procedure easy. Positioned on the other side is an adjustable illuminator that provides quick beam divergence from a close-range flood to a long-range spot using the sliding adjustment lever. Powered by (1) CR123 battery, the 515-nanometer green visible laser is 6 times easier to see than red lasers and offers .5 milliwatts of power on HIGH. It’s 850-nanometer IR laser provides almost .7 milliwatts at high power. And finally, the 850-nanometer IR illuminator can quickly shift from an approximate 105 MRAD flood to an approximate 30 MRAD beam. Both the lasers and illuminator come equipped with lens covers that provide diffusion.

Additional features include a large, raised, tactile laser fire button that can be located easily, even in the dark, and pressed for momentary operation, or a quick double tap for constant on. At the rear of the OGL-C is an industry standard remote jack that takes most pigtail switches or hot buttons. Selecting the laser or laser illumination combination is easy with the tactile mode selector streamlined to the rear of the housing.

The OGL-C is eye-safe, consumer friendly and the new standard for on-gun laser systems and stealth operations. MSRP is $2,999.

For more information, please visit www.eotechinc.com

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WTF’s Back Panel 41 Mates Qore Performance ICEPLATE to PALS Platform

Friday, January 9th, 2026

WTF’s Back Panel 41 mates a Qore Performance ICEPLATE® (Gen 2) securely to your PALS/MOLLE platform. A low profile, contoured design protects your ICEPLATE® (Gen 2) from abrasion and UV. Optional shock cord routes through laser cut holes to offer quick, low profile load lashing for lightweight items like a windbreaker. A 2′ x 5″ loop panel offers ample real estate for names tags, IFF, morale patches, and similar.

Back Panel 41 is made in the USA with Berry & NIR compliant MIL-DTL-32439 500D nylon, Brookwood® Squadron-B52® laminate, VELCRO® A-A-55126 nylon hook & loop, VELCRO® ONE-WRAP®, A-A-59826 bonded nylon thread, and well compensated, skilled labor to produce a durable, cost effective part.

Please see product pics for PALS footprint. 4.2oz / 116g.

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Dynamic Principles and Qore Performance Launch ICEPLATE MOLLE Back Panel: External Hydration Sleeve for ICEPLATE Gen 3

Friday, January 9th, 2026

Knoxville, TN — Dynamic Principles, in collaboration with Qore Performance, Inc., announces the launch of the ICEPLATE® MOLLE Back Panel, a rugged, low-profile external mounting solution that enables secure MOLLE attachment of ICEPLATE® Gen 3 to the rear PALS field of any plate carrier or chest rig.

Optimized for ICEPLATE® Gen 3’s enhanced geometry, dual fill ports, and 52.4 fl oz (1.55 L) capacity—while remaining fully compatible with the legacy ICEPLATE® Curve—the panel positions the hard-cell bladder externally, allowing heavy packs, mortar base plates, breaching tools, etc. to be worn directly over it without risk of rupture.

Features:

Laser-cut laminate construction: lightweight, hydrophobic, and extremely low profile.

Full external PALS field plus bottom row for unlimited pouch and accessory attachment.

Crye JPC 2.0 pattern-style zippers for seamless zip-on back panel integration.

6″×3″ loop field for IR/identification patches.

Three removable One-Wrap loops for clean drink tube routing and management.

Fixed four-column MOLLE strap array ensures rock-solid attachment under the heaviest loads.

100% Berry Compliant, NIR-compliant, and proudly made in the USA by Dynamic Principles.

With the top fill port remaining accessible while mounted, the ICEPLATE® MOLLE Back Panel enables on-body buddy refills and transforms ICEPLATE® Gen 3 into a dedicated external water source that keeps users hydrated and mission-ready without compromising armor placement or seated vehicle use.

“We retired our original ICEPLATE® MOLLE Sleeve in early 2025 to stay focused on advanced thermoregulation,” said Austin Pitsch, Marketing Manager of Qore Performance, Inc. “Partnering with Dynamic Principles changed everything. Their world-class manufacturing and attention to detail produced the ultimate external hydration sleeve—purpose-built for ICEPLATE® Gen 3 and the modern battlefield.”

ICEPLATE® MOLLE Back Panel is available now in MultiCam, Coyote, Ranger Green, and Black exclusively at QorePerformance.com and Dynamicprinciples.us.

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Helikon-Tex Launches Chocolate Chip Desert Pattern for 2026

Friday, January 9th, 2026

Each year Helikon-Tex introduces a classic camouflage pattern to their line up of modern combat clothing and equipment. For 2026 it’s the US 6-Color Desert Pattern, popularly referred to as “Chocolate Chip” due to its distinctive coloration.

Developed in the wake of the series of the Arab-Israeli conflicts of the 60s & 70s, the pattern was based on research conducted in the US southwest with its rocky desert environment rather than the vast sand dunes of the Arabian peninsula.

This logic explains its distinctive construction: six colors and very specific “chips.” The base is a light sand color, overlaid with a slightly darker shade (sand with a faint greenish tone), plus two browns—light and dark—and white, intended to represent pale pebbles. Finally, black appears as the “shadow” of these small elements. Hence the nickname “Chocolate Chip,” because the arrangement of white and black specks reminded many people of chocolate pieces in a cookie.

As in years past, Helikon-Tex will integrate this pattern into some great modern designs such as the Boonie, Anorak and Shirts seen here.

Look for more details soon.

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FirstSpear Friday Focus: Thin Blue Line T-Shirt

Friday, January 9th, 2026

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day lands on Friday, January 9th, and the FirstSpear THIN BLUE LINE T-SHIRT is built to represent those who stand watch when it matters most. This is a no-nonsense way to show respect for the men and women in law enforcement who run toward the problem, hold the line, and keep pushing through the hard days.

Whether you’re training, on the range, off-duty, or just moving through the day, this shirt is designed for comfort and everyday wear without sacrificing the message behind it. The Thin Blue Line graphic says exactly what it needs to—support, unity, and unwavering respect for the badge and the mission.

Offered in both short-sleeve and long sleeve options, it’s ready for any season and any environment. Wear it under kit, layer it up, or run it solo—either way, it stays on mission. Law enforcement is a lifestyle, not a job you clock out of, and this shirt is for the people who understand that.

It’s also a solid gift for your team, your family, or anyone who carries that responsibility every shift. On January 9th, don’t just say you support them—show it. Grab the FirstSpear Thin Blue Line T-Shirt and stand behind those who protect and serve.

To request an estimate click image above or visit First-Spear.com/Request-For-Estimate. FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting-edge tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train. For more information visit First-Spear.com.

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TASKER Network Acquires M4Carbine.net from Sons Of Liberty Gun Works

Thursday, January 8th, 2026

In order to ensure the security and continuing stability of M4Carbine.net, Sons of Liberty Gunworks (SOLGW) has chosen the TASKER Network to acquire the website and carry forward the forum’s legacy. The move unites two of the firearms community’s oldest and most respected online platforms— M4Carbine.net and Lightfighter.net— under one formidable banner, solidifying the TASKER Network’s role as the central hub for expert-driven discussions on firearms, tactics, training, gear, and all related topics otherwise.

The transfer of assets occurred on November 21st, 2025; since then, the TASKER Network has been implementing much-needed housekeeping updates, including software, security, and server upgrades.

This union cements a multifaceted online destination for armed professionals and citizens alike, while still providing a place among the like-minded that’s free from the inconsistent biases, censorship, and restrictions of mainstream social media.

Founded in 2005, M4Carbine.net has long served as a vital resource for enthusiasts, professionals, and newcomers to the craft. SOLGW, which acquired the forum in 2024 to preserve its neutrality and modernize its interface, recognized the TASKER Network’s track record in fostering high-quality, fact-based discussion as the ideal fit for its next chapter.

“As SOLGW continues to grow, we’ve streamlined our focus around one core mission: Building the world’s finest fighting rifles. With that focus, we believe the TASKER Network team are the right stewards to take over M4Carbine.net and build it for the future. Their experience running technical and professional forums makes them well-suited to give M4C the attention and direction it deserves. We’re looking forward to what they do with it,” says Sean Murphy, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at SOLGW.

SOLGW’s decision to select the TASKER Network underscores a dedication to the firearms industry’s future. “We chose the TASKER Network because of their demonstrated commitment to advancing tactical knowledge without compromise. This transition ensures M4Carbine.net remains a beacon for open dialogue and innovation,” noted Kyle Grothues, Co-Founder of SOLGW.

“This acquisition represents a natural evolution for both M4Carbine.net and the TASKER Network. We are committed in our duty with its proper care,” says Frank Woods, Founder of the TASKER Network.

“When we acquired Lightfighter.net in 2021, we had the same goals in mind for it that SOLGW had for M4Carbine.net. The TASKER Network was built on the principle of establishing, encouraging, and enforcing a standard among those who would step forward, starting with the quality, access, and exchange of information these people will trust with their lives. These values align perfectly with M4Carbine.net’s heritage, focused on training and technical data. We’re honored that SOLGW sees us as a worthy successor.”

The integration of M4Carbine.net will dramatically expand the TASKER Network’s outreach and enhance user experiences through seamless access to aggregated resources, including original content, industry news, technical archives, and commerce options. M4Carbine.net members can expect continued improvements to features and interfaces, while maintaining the forums’ impartiality and focus on experiential, evidence-based input from subject-matter experts. As part of the acquisition, the TASKER Network will retain key personnel from M4Carbine.net, ensuring communal continuity and prioritizing the sanctity of user-generated content that informs life-and-death decisions in the tactical and training worlds.

Expanded partnership opportunities are also welcome; All industrial personnel who have worked with M4Carbine.net & Lightfighter.net in the past or are interested in working with the TASKER Network in the future are encouraged to contact the network in regards. You’re guaranteed to find your target audiences there.

For more information, visit www.taskernetwork.com or www.m4carbine.net, and @taskernetwork on Instagram.

Advertising and partnership inquiries can be directed to sales@taskernetwork.com

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