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US Elite Announces First Annual OG Invitational

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016

Join us for the First Annual OG Invitational at U.S. Elite. Register for Free Admission to a showcase of kickass operator’s gear! On November 12th, we will be offering exclusive Black Friday preview sales to all OG’s who sign up to attend this in-house event.


Top tactical brands like Arc’teryx LEAF, Salomon Forces and Velocity Systems / Mayflower R&C will have feature tables to answer questions, teach you some gear lessons and hand out a ton of free stuff. There will be food, beer, and a raffle with really superior prizes. All raffle proceeds will be donated to the Special Operations Care Fund (SOC-F).

Don’t miss this great opportunity to catch EXCLUSIVE discounts on top-of-the-line gear and network with other tactical enthusiasts.

For more details, click here.

Federal Eastern International Delivers High Speed Gear Active Shooter Kits To Miami Police Department

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016

SWANSBORO, North Carolina – November 2, 2016 – High Speed Gear® continues to innovate by developing new and improved ways to meet the highly diverse and specialized needs of our customers. Many of our products are inspired by direct feedback from our military, law enforcement, recreational and competitive customers.

High Speed Gear® is proud to have contributed to the 803 Active Shooter Kits recently delivered to the Miami Police Department by Federal Eastern International, Inc. High Speed Gear, a 100% USA Made manufacturer of tactical gear, created the carry bag used to store and provide quick access to new plate carriers for the Miami officers. This kit provides patrol officers the ability to add level III+ high velocity rifle protection in seconds to improve officer safety in active shooter situations.

High Speed Gear® will be attending SWAT Roundup this year. HSGI will have a full array of gear on display and staff to answer any of your questions as well as provide guidance in how our products would work best in your application.

Federal Eastern International in conjunction with Miami Police Department chose a special version of our Range-Go Bag because of the quick access design, fit to the plate carriers, magazines and helmets, and the durability of HSGI products.


High Speed Gear® employees are dedicated to building the best USA made tactical nylon gear that is designed for the highest level of functionality, versatility and comfort. For more information, visit www.highspeedgear.com.

OP Tactical – Berry Compliant Enhanced Poncho Liner

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016

The first run of these was so popular that they sold out over a weekend. This new shipment will go quickly as well.

THE NEED:
A Multicam, Berry Compliant, USGI Poncho Liner.

THE SOLUTION:
OPT’s owner approached Wild Things about making enhancing modifications to the time proven, simple design of the USGI Poncho Liner, while maintaining the size and styling of the liner, to couple with USGI Ponchos.

THE OUTCOME:
Incredible Woobie Goodness. The quality you expect from Wild Things products, mixed with the experience based ingenuity you expect from OPT. An affordable, GENUINE Multicam USGI Poncho Liner; made with Soft 70 denier nylon treated with NanoSphere® DWR, quilted with 2 oz PrimaLoft synthetic insulation, multiple tie-downs along 4 sides.

Tech Specs:
•Soft 70 denier Multicam nylon treated with NanoSphere® DWR for high level of water resistance
•Quilted with 2 oz PrimaLoft® synthetic insulation for greater warmth than issued poncho liners
•Multiple tie-downs along all 4 sides
•Weight (approximate): 2 lb 2 oz
•Dimensions: 90 x 65 inches
•Incredible Woobie Goodness
•Made in U.S.A.
•Berry Amendment Compliant

This item has been couch tested extensively during numerous TV show marathons, as well as in a field environment with a 100% pass rate on the INFANTRY FIELD AWESOMENESS PROTOCOL (I-FAP).

All materials and workmanship are 100% made in the USA

Available now at special introductory pricing!

www.optactical.com/optbecoenpol

New Gerber Center-Drive Multi-Tool Now Available

Tuesday, November 1st, 2016

PORTLAND, Ore. (Nov. 1, 2016) – Gerber, a leading manufacturer of personal knives, tools, and equipment today launched a much anticipated new multi-tool, the Center-Drive. The product is now available through gerbergear.com and select retail partners.

“Gerber has seen a tremendous response from media and the public since the announcement of the Center-Drive.” said Andrew Gritzbaugh, Gerber‘s Director of Marketing Communications. “This exciting new product reflects Gerber’s unique design DNA, and represents a commitment to innovation, quality and American Manufacturing. We’re excited to introduce the tool to the market.”

PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The New Center-Drive multi-tool offers uncompromising performance through revolutionary design. Innovative Center Axis Tech™ aligns the full size driver in the center of the tool to yield maximum torque and rotation, just like the real thing. No productivity is sacrificed with the addition of a 30 percent longer outboard blade and one-thumb opening sliding jaws. Full size, real tools – the multi-tool just got a reality check.

The new Gerber Center Drive will be available at the following retailers Nov. 1st 2016.

More information at center-drive.com or on gerbergear.com.

Ask SSD – Arc’teryx LEAF Cold WX Jacket and Pants SV Temp Range

Tuesday, November 1st, 2016

Recently, after we mentioned the latest Cold Weather ensemble from Arc’teryx LEAF, we were asked, “What Is The Intended Temp Range For The Arc’teryx LEAF Cold WX Jacket and Pants SV?”

The answer is from -20C/-04F down to -40C/-40F, so you’re looking at some seriously cold temperatures.


We also got a question, asking if the fit block in the torso is large enough to wear over kit. According to Arc’teryx, the amswer is “No.” It’s designed to be worn with overwhites, if required tactically, and with external LCE as you can see in this CSOR photo.

Tactical Tailor – Rolling Duffle In A-TACS iX

Monday, October 31st, 2016

Tactical Tailor’s Rolling Duffle Bag is large enough to carry all the gear you need for almost any mission. The large, mil spec 1000 denier Cordura Nylon bag features a 6,550 cubic inch main compartment and two side pockets, one designed to accommodate an M4 or similar sized carbine. The bag is backed up by a removable, heavy duty aircraft aluminum frame capable of supporting weights up to 150lbs. The frame is finished in tough industrial powder coating and features one piece, smooth rolling, shatterproof rubber wheels. Also features internal and external compression straps, clear ID pocket and multiple carry handles. It weighs only 10.5 pounds empty, including the frame. Now available in A-TACS iX.

Tactical Tailor

Sneak Peek – XGO Introduces MultiCam Print

Monday, October 31st, 2016

Coming SHOT Show 2017, these are the MultiCam Hoodie and ¼ Zip from XGO.

Both are made from XGO’s Phase 4 fabric (90% Polyester / 10% Lycra) with Acclimate Dry amd AG47 (Both are proprietary XGO treatments for moisture management and antimicrobial).

www.proxgo.com

SureFire Field Notes – Tyler Grey

Friday, October 28th, 2016

SureFire Field Notes is a multi-segment informational video series with tips and techniques from subject matter experts of all backgrounds. In this episode, Tyler Grey discusses usage of the fundamentals of low light.

Tyler Grey is a former US Army Special Operations Veteran. Tyler served over four and half years with the 2nd Ranger Battalion as a Sniper and then another four and a half at Ft. Bragg. He has extensive combat experience from multiple deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq as well as other experience in the usage of low light techniques and tactics.

If you haven’t seen the entire series yet, I encourage you to check it out here.