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EOTAC’s Field Vest

Friday, May 15th, 2009

Recognizing the versatility of the Field Jacket, EOTAC created a sleeveless version that retains the carrying capacity of the original yet is intended for warmer days or to complement other clothing for concealed carry.

There are four large cargo pockets on the front of the vest featuring side bellows and drain holes. The pockets have elastic webbing on the inside to secure smaller items like magazines or a flashlight as well as tuck away flaps with adjustable snaps. The top pockets also feature vertical zippered “Napoleon” security pockets. Internally, the Field Vest has four pockets with elastic loops for securing additional gear. Finally, a padded collar eases heavy loads and the front of the vest closes with a two-way YKK zipper.

EOTAC Field Vest

Manufactured from 9 ounce all-cotton Iron Twill, the fabric is treated with DuPont Teflon® fabric protector. Shown in Lizard pattern, the Field vest will also be available in OD Green, Coyote Brown, and Black from www.eotac.com as well as retailers such as Gander Mountain and Grey Group Training.

EOTAC’s Lizard Pattern Field Jacket

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

We told you that EOTAC has a couple of tricks up their sleeve. One of them is a new colorway. Last fall we dropped the news that EOTAC was working on French Lizard pattern. Initially, they developed the material to give their Field Jacket, based on the French Algerian combat suit, a proper tribute by reproducing the camo pattern made famous by the French Foreign Legion. However, as you will see soon, it will also be applied to other newly developed products.

EOTAC Field Jacket in Lizard Pattern

For more information on the EOTAC Operator Grade Field Jacket visit them on the web at www.eotac.com.

UCP Operator Pants from EOTAC

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

There are lots of new surprises in store from EOTAC including these Operator Pants in UCP. Looking for comfort, durability and features not found in your issue trousers? Then these are just the ticket. They feature all of the extras of the Operator Pant with the addition of the Army’s Universal Camouflage Pattern. From the cargo pant down they look outwardly like issue ACUs so you will be able to avoid the uniform nazis.

EOTAC Lightweight Operator Pant in UCP

Rumors abound of a possible FR variant. Available soon from EOTAC. While you are there be sure to join the forum for the latest news on EOTAC products.

ICE Bivy

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Integrated Combat Equipment of Canada is releasing a limited run of Multicam Bivy Bags using Gore-tex 3 layer fabric left over from a design project for a large US supplier. Future Multicam Bivy production will utilize a 3 layer Stedair fabric from Duro. Additionally, they will have a coated nylon floor to help control costs.

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The ICE bivy is generously cut (90” Long x 34” Wide (Flat) at shoulders). Made entirely from 3 Layer Gore-Tex the bivy is fully seam sealed. The 36” side zipper also features a flap. There is also an 8” overlap at face opening which has a wire stiffened hood. Finally, tie-out loops at head, hood, and foot complete the design.

The bivy comes standard with a stuff sack and at $185.00 US, this is a phenomenal price for a 100% Gore bivy, especially in Multicam. If you feel the price is high consider what one of my readers said elsewhere, “That price is cheap compared to a few cold and wet nights out in the woods. Think about how much you spend on motels “. Also upon reflection the Editor said that he recalls purchasing a Woodland 100% Gore-tex bivy in 1987 for about the same price! We could call this a “Deal of the Week” but it’s really more like a “Steal of the Week”.

Available in Multicam, Army UCP, and Woodland MARPAT. We have verified that there are Multicam bivies currently in stock but there will be a two week wait for UCP and MARPAT. If you want to secure a 100% Gore-tex bag you need to jump on this offer quickly.

To order visit ICE Tactical.

O.P.S.E.C. – a New Take on the Poncho

Saturday, April 25th, 2009

Survival Solutions Innovative Gear has released its Oversized Poncho/Shelter/Emergency Camouflage (OPSEC) unit. Essentially a poncho, they have integrated several new features.

O.P.S.E.C. in Snow Camo

It is manufactured from 70D Coated Ripstop Nylon, weighing in at only 1.9 oz. per yard and is generously cut measuring 104″ long by 59″ wide. The O.P.S.E.C. is constructed so the back is adjustable. When wearing a rucksack/backpack, the back of the poncho can be unsnapped and extend an additional 14″. If you decide not to wear a back pack, you can shorten the back of the O.P.S.E.C. with the snaps provided to a length consistent with the front. Additionally, to aid in shelter construction it has seven 15mm ring snaps and eight size 0 grommets. It is available in Snow, Multicam, Woodland, and UCP.

O.P.S.E.C. Multicam

For more information or to order visit www.survival-solutions.com.

Ghillie Hut from MMI

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009

Montgomery Marketing debuted their new Ghillie Hut at the Spec Ops East Show in Fayetteville, NC. The manufacturers of the new SOCOM Patrol Pack have just completed an in-depth research project to ascertain the requirements of the Sniper community. The Ghillie Hut was designed to allow the Sniper to tailor the hide to the operational environment as well as individual taste.

MMI's New Ghillie Hut

It consists of a Veil, Frame, and Floor components. Due to the modular design the components can be used alone or together to form a Sniper’s Hide. The Veil is manufactured from a new printed mesh fabric and provides thermal as well as visual camo. MMI exhibited numerous swatches of fabric in various prints including camo patterns as well as a large map. The Frame is of a pop-up, hoop design and the the Floor is removable. The Frame is fully adjustable via side release buckles and tape webbing. Tension can be applied to the frame in order to form different shapes. Then, either the Veil or other camouflage material can be applied via magnet attachment points along the frame. Even placement of these magnets can be customized by the Sniper. The system is very lightweight and weighs in at less than five pounds with all components.

The Ghillie Hut is the first of several planned products developed specifically for the Sniper community. Future additions include a Ghillie Suit and Drag Bag.

Available soon from www.mmi-fed.com.

ORP Jacket from RFI Gear

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Exclusively designed and manufactured by RFIG as a viable alternative to issue fleece jackets and bulky raincoats. The “Operational Rally Point” jacket features Raglan sleeves for comfort under a pack as well as split elastic at the waist and its quilted construction insulates with 3oz Primaloft. It also has two side pockets and an internal chest pocket as well as velcro for name and service tapes and rank. These design features ensure it won’t attract the attention of “uniform nazis”. Last but not least the ORP jacket compresses well and stuffs into its own pocket fitted with MOLLE attachments. A novel and refreshing approach to storage.

RFI Gear's ORP Jacket

The Berry compliant ORP jacket is available only in UCP (NIR) exclusively from RFI Gear.

Great IWA Coverage at Strike-Hold!

Friday, April 17th, 2009

Our friends at Strike-Hold! have published some outstanding IWA coverage including pictures and background data on Defcon 5 from Italy, Germany’s Lindnerhof-Taktik, Tac-Gear and Heim Military & Outdoor, Britain’s Jack Pyke as well as the USA’s Eagle Industries and Condor Outdoor Products. For those of you have never heard of IWA, think SHOT Show in Germany.

DEFCON 5 Polo in Vegetato Camo

DEFCON 5 Polo in Vegetato Camo

Defcon 5’s polo in Vegetato Camo was my favorite piece from the article.

All in all it’s a great article, full of insight and the pictures alone are well worth the jump.