DFND has offered compression clothing for training for several years. Recently, they introduced physical training clothing, which has been adopted by the USAF’s Special Warfare Training Wing.
On this mannequin, you can see the Compression Recovery Tight and LS Shirt as base layers. The Balboa SS Short is printed for a Pararescue Trainee and the ensemble is finished off with the Vyper 9″ XT Short.
DFND PT clothing is available for unit and agency orders through ADS.
Tactical Distributors has released the TD Cordell Combat Tactical Pants.
Designed at customer request, the Cordell Combat Pant is made from a stretch Nylon/Poly Tweave that is DWR treated for wet conditions, moisture wicking, quick dry, anti-snag and very breathable. It offers 10 strategically place pockets to organize your gear, mags, and essentials. Two leg adjustment points to secure the bottom part of your trousers if you have any loose fabric. Some other functional features are gusseted crotch, articulated knees and extra wide belt loops to fit most battle belt setups. The top entry velcro closure knee cap pockets accept a high-density knee cap insert (included). To top it off TD added side zipper vents to help when you are active and need to dump heat but still be protected.
Available in Dark Urban Grey or Coyote Brown.
Durabo is Latin for “I will endure” and is the commercial brand of the Kreator Company which manufactures dress uniforms for the Polish Military.
Here are a few of my favorite pieces.
They’ve combined retro military design with work wear and introduced new fabric blends using Cordura nylon to increase durability. Colors on the final products will differ.
Look for the commercial release of this clothing later this year.
SOD was one of the first companies I ever wrote about and it’s always great to see Max At IWA. This year SOD showcased their Legion series with a special mannequin display.
In the Russian pavilion, we ran across Gruppa 99 who we haven’t written about in years.
They displayed several items including their level 10 hot weather uniform. The Archeda shirt and pant are made from a quick drying nylon 6, featuring a water repellant finish. Seen here is the Umber color.
All new from the FirstSpear technical apparel line, meet the merino wool Boot Super Sock. Made in America with American Wool the BSS is a mid calf sock offering incredible comfort and warmth with impressive moisture wicking properties.
FirstSpear has also included a non-stocking non-standard run of the upcoming Every Day Sock which is a much lighter weight performance wool sock. Available in the non-stocking color in limited sizes and quantities while supplies last.
LMS Gear is introducing a flannel shirt, to go along with Multi Utility Denim.
At the front you can see the asymmetric pockets with a regular flapped shirt pocket on the left side of the shirt and a small pocket with pen slot on the right. Interestingly, this pocket is accessible through the armpit of an armor vest. Additionally, midway down the front opening is a slot for sun glasses.
The shirt also features patched elbows for durability.
The sides of the hem feature a Cordura patch for durability, to avoid tearing when pulling the shirt for a draw from conceal.
At the left and right of the shirt, just behind the side seam are low-profile pockets which will accept a single 30 rd magazine.
Story by Eric Graves
Arktis USA has A210 Mammoth Shirts back in stock. It’s a great mid layer or stand alone. Warm and packable, the Mammoth Shirt incorporates a fibre-pile lining. Bi-directional zips running up the side of the garment allow for quick ventilation. In addition, the Mammoth has hand warmer-pockets and a document compartment which can easily hold maps, notepads, and other survival gear.
Features:
-Rugged water resistant outer fabric.
-Draw cord adjustable collar
-Reinforced stress points
-Velcro adjustable cuffs
-Front pocket with internal pile handwarmer pockets
-Rugged fibre-pile lining
-Extended base for versatile use
-Garments are built slightly loose to aid movement and are fully compatible with all body armour options
