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Brigantes Presents – Adventurous Training Front Runners

Wednesday, March 11th, 2020

Each week we bring you products that should be considered on an AT kit list. This week it’s the Scarpa UK Manta Pro.

The Manta Pro is a tough mountain climbing boot for Scottish conditions and alpine summers.

Designed with UK mountain conditions in mind, the Manta is a perfect blend of durable boot building heritage and modern lightweight technology. The upper is a tough 2.8mm reversed suede giving great protection from the elements and long term durability, backed up with a Gore-Tex performance waterproof membrane. The microtech cuff is lightweight with great mobility giving a secure, neat fit around the ankle.

The Manta is built on the classic FT last, which has a little more volume, ideal for comfort on long Scottish walk-ins. The Vibram Pentax Precision sole unit is ideal for mountaineering, with a durable mont rubber compound and lugs spaced for mechanical grip, with a climbing zone for scrambling and via ferrata. The broad rubber rand runs from heel to toe and gives great durability against rocks, as well as reducing pressure from crampon bindings. The Manta is fully C2 crampon

compatible.

For more information contact international@brigantes.com

For UK sales contact warrior@brigantes.com

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Tactical Distributors Announces Pre-Sale for Altama X TD 10 Yr Anniv Tiger Stripe OTB Maritime Assault Mid Shoes

Friday, March 6th, 2020

Tactical Distributors has a whole line of Tigerstripe items to celebrate their 10th Anniversary.

One of the first items is the Altama X TD 10 Yr Anniv TigerStripe OTB Maritime Assault Mid Shoe.

Offered in Full and Half sizes as well as Wide widths.

This pre-order will ship on 17 March. Full details at www.tacticaldistributors.com/products/altama-x-td-10-year-anniversary-tiger-stripe-otb-maritime-assault-mid-shoes

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2020 Salomon Forces Catalog

Thursday, March 5th, 2020

To download your copy, click here.

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Grey is the New Coyote – NEW Floperators

Friday, February 28th, 2020

Because Grey is the New Coyote

If Special Operations had flip flops, it would be the Floperator from Combat Flip Flops. Built for any terrain, these not-so tactical, military, or law enforcement footwear will take you where you need to go in style.

When you show up as a Floperator, you show up with authority. On the land, over the sea, and in the air—these foot soldiers perform. Military grade nylon, proprietary rubber for increased traction across any terrain, and real estate to proudly display your current vibe with customizable morale patches. Combat Flip Flops Floperators do what they do. Floperate. Available 28 Feb at www.combatflipflops.com.

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UA Hovr Machina Off Road

Tuesday, February 18th, 2020

If you’re looking for a go-fast hinging shoe, are worth a look.

Coming later this year, this model was created in conjunction with UA sponsored bowhunter Cameron Hanes. The color combination is Black with UA Barren camouflage accents and a Red sole.

Featuring a 4mm drop, the Machina Off Road features a UA Storm treated upper to repel water and Boa lacing system. The Vibram outsole incorporates their Mega Grip lug pattern and the HOVR technology utilizes their compression mesh Energy Web which contains and molds the foam to give back the energy you put in.

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Atlas 46 – Woodbridge Merino Wool Sock

Wednesday, February 12th, 2020

Constructed with Isolwool (50% Wool and 50% Polypropylene), the Woodbridge Sock utilizes merino wool and polypropylene to deliver moisture movement and is cushioned in high wear areas. I’m impressed with the price at $14 a single pair with discounts in multi-packs.

Made in the USA.

www.atlas46.com

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Black Diamond Equipment – Traction Devices

Tuesday, February 11th, 2020

Black Diamond Equipment introduced a family of traction devices during the recent Outdoor Retailer Snow + Winter Market.

Designed in conjunction with their mountain athletes, these traction devices feature stainless steel spikes and are intended to be worn with approach/light hikers/mountain runners.

There are three models coming Fall 2020:

Their lightest model, the Blitz Spike weighs only 45 grams. There are six spikes at the forefoot.

The Distance Spike is for long distance running. It features a hybrid upper with softshell toe cap with a heel retention elastomer.

The Access Spike is their workhorse model, with tough rubber retention.

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Defense Logistics Agency COTS Cold Weather Program

Monday, February 10th, 2020

Although the services are working to update cold weather clothing, the Defense Logistics Agency has let a Blanket Purchase Agreement for Commercial Off The Shelf Cold Weather Clothing as a stop-gap measure. Currently, Army and Marine Corps units can order up to $250k from each group of items per quarter.

Current BPA holders are ADS, Darley, Unifire, and Danner. The equipment is delivered direct to the customer and is not stocked by DLA. Current agreements will last until 4/17/2021, but Bi-lateral Agreement could extend them up to an additional 36 months.

The program includes seven categories: Balaclavas, Boots (Full Regular & Wide sizes), Gaiters, Gloves, Mittens, Trigger Finger Mittens, and Socks. The image above is from a DLA briefing slide so the individual commodities are a bit compressed.

Brands include Outdoor Research, Belleville, Danner, Rocky, and Darn Tough. They plan to add Wild Things in both FR and NON-FR for Special Operations Customers Only as well as Half Sizes for Boots and possibly Mountaineering Gear.

All commercial items are assigned an NSN by size. Vendors may introduce alternates but they must be approved and no requisition will be delayed in order to approve an item. Any alternate will be added to the NSN as an acceptable part number.

Units CAN NOT specifically order one brand. Unit must accept any “or equivalent item” approved under the BPA.

The program is already a success. FY19 (May 2019 – September 2019) obligations were $10M.

• Socks – 150,000 PR
• Balaclavas – 34,000 EA
• Gaiters – 27,000 PR
• Boots – 6,600 PR
• Gloves – 3,500 PR
• TF Mittens – 3,000 PR

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