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High Angle Solutions – Brigantes Presents – Montane Tactical Range Update

Wednesday, June 5th, 2019

The Montane Tactical range has now been around, in a very small way, for the past couple of years.  It has found immediate fans, within the UK military, who are familiar with the brand and like the no nonsense, lightweight, outdoor approach.  This has seen it taken on for amphibious, mountainous and arctic activities.

Following feedback and in partnership with the exclusive global distributor, Brigantes, Montane have updated the products to take into consideration the experiences of the users.  This has led to some small tweaks in design to improve pocket access and allow for the more muscular legs of guys, who are used to carrying very heavy loads.

The new range will be available in the Autumn and will also now include a slate grey sub range based on the very successful stretch jacket, trousers and shirt.  The price points remain very closely related to what you would expect in the outdoor world and the functionality is even better.  Overall these are perfect pieces for use in the rapidly changing weather that we encounter in the UK and therefore excellent right across the globe.

The full range is available to buy on the Brigantes website and if you are in the UK or Europe you can purchase items from the shop. Register as a member you will get an excellent discount.

For more information get in touch by email on international@brigantes.com

For UK customers tribe@brigantes.com

www.brigantes.com

EWOOL

Wednesday, June 5th, 2019

During last week’s Rampart Range Day I saw EWOOL’s product offerings.

They are based in Quebec and produce electrically heated wool clothing, like the gloves and socks you see here. Once turned on, they warm up within three seconds. They also produce a vest, which can be powered via an onboard battery, or via 12 V on a snowmachine or motorcycle.

EWOOL clothing is available in Canada from Rampart International.

Canadian Navy – Naval Enhanced Combat Uniform Update

Monday, June 3rd, 2019

The latest version of the Canadian Navy’s Naval Enhanced Combat Uniform goes on trial soon with a Operational Wear test aboard a vessel. The earliest version was quite baggy, based on the Canadian Forces Combat Uniform, but in Black. It proved to be too baggy for use aboard ship. Logistik Unicorp produced the test uniforms and created a more streamlined fit as well as integrating features, like pocket designs, from a proposed next generation combat uniform.

The Naval Enhanced Combat Uniform is the replacement for the current No 5 Naval Combat Dress. Like its predecessor, it is black in color. However, two fabrics are currently being looked at, Nomex and Kermel, both competing pyramid fabrics with FR properties.

The shirt features onboard facing zippered Napoleon pockets as well as zippered hand pockets at the waist.

Additionally, there are zippered bicep pockets on either arm as well as a pile field for insignia.

One interesting feature is the integrated knee padding. It’s fairly simple and straightforward, but there are accommodations to add additional padding if needed.

In addition to fabric selection, they also hope to determine whether the trouser will feature a zippered rear pocket.

If all goes well, a final version will soon become the new No 5 dress for Canadian Navy personnel. Perhaps, some of the features of this uniform will find also their way into the combat uniform worn by ground-based Canadian forces.

FirstSpear Friday Focus – USA Rash Guard

Friday, May 31st, 2019

The FirstSpear USA Rash Guard is back in stock! Built for FS professional users who work in or near water while wearing personal protective equipment like plate carriers and dive equipment.

Available in short and long sleeve with an ultralight compression fit and high collar that works great to reduce abrasion from slings. Premium materials, smooth flat seams and very fast to dry. 100% made in the USA.

www.first-spear.com/rash-guard-7232

Rampart Range Day 19 – Royal Marines Pyrad Rain Suit by Carinthia

Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

Austria-based Carinthia makes some fantastic gear for some of Europe’s most elite military units. For instance, they developed this rain suit for the British Royal Marines.

Made from WL Gore’s Pyrad material, it is a waterproof/breathable Gore-Tex shell which is also FR. It is also printed in the British military’s Multi Terrain Pattern camouflage.

The suit is based on Carinthia’s PRG rain suit which incorporates large zippered chest pockets as well as zippered bicep pockets and zippered underarm ventilation.

Carinthia products are available in Canada from Rampart International.

LMS Gear Flannel Shirt

Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

During Enforce Tac we gave you a sneak peek at the new low-viz Flannel Shirt from Swiss company, LMS Gear.

Our friends at ePIG Group created a great video to go over its features. Don’t worry, even though the video was in German, there are subtitles in English.

It’s available through tacwrk.com, LMSGear.net, and tripleaction.de.

OTTE Gear x Andrew Bawidamann “Poppies Of War” Limited Edition Aloha Shirt Now Available For Order

Friday, May 24th, 2019

The OTTE Gear x Andrew Bawidamann “Poppies Of War” Limited Edition Aloha Shirt which debuted at SHOT Show is now available for order.

Manufactured in Portugal with genuine coconut shell buttons, these limited edition Aloha shirts feature the unique Poppies of War print, created by pinup artist Andrew Bawidamann who drew inspiration from our experience in Afghanistan.

The print is offered in Black or Vintage colors.

Available from bawidamann.com/otte-gear-x-bawidamann-aloha-shirt or ottegear.com/products/aloha-shirt.

SOF Select 19 – Massif Jungle Uniform

Thursday, May 23rd, 2019

Massif has unveiled their new Jungle Uniform, printed in OCP.

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Designed to be lightweight, durable, breathable, and quick drying, the uniform is made from a Cordura NYCO fabric technology.

Shirt

• Mesh-lined pockets allow for fantastic dry times
• Dual-caped mesh-vented back for enhanced breathability and optimal cooling
• Cuff tabs with internal insect guard mesh

Pant

• Gusseted inseam for full range of motion
• Internal mesh gaiters and elastic closure with roll tabs
• Reinforced seams for improved performance
• Built-in knee articulation