Like the A5 Rig Light Shorts we showed yesterday, Beyond’s customers asked for a short sleeve variant of the Roman Shirt.
Earning it’s name from the Roman collar detail, it incorporates a Raglan sleeve and is made from a lightweight 4-way stretch and features Velcro ID fields on each upper arm. Offered in Manatee Grey and MultiCam. Available end of year.
For this week’s Friday Focus, we’re taking a look at FirstSpear’s Kojin Balaclava. The Kojin is made of 80% PFR Rayon and 20% Kevlar, making it flash and flame resistant, as well as capable of transfering minimum thermal conductivity to the skin. It also meets the US Navy standards for surface and submerged shipboard firefighting.
Additionally the FS Kojin meets UL standard and the specifications set forth for “Protective Hood Structur- al Firefighting NFPA 1971, 2013 Edition”. The Kojin is designed to be compatible with current standard Protective Mask Systems, and features smooth interlocked seams for interoperability with helmets and integrated shoulder protection.
www.first-spear.com – Kojin Balaclava
This is a new Hoodie from XGO made from their Wool/Poly blend.
They’ve also instituted a cool thumb loop feature.
Available early 2017 in Black and Tan 499.
By popular demand, Beyond has introduced a short version of the six-pocket, A5 Rig Light Pant.
made from a lightweight, 4-way stretch, it is available in Coyote and Manatee Grey and currently in production with availability late this month.
During Warrior East, DRIFIRE showed me these FR utility coveralls in the NWU Type III pattern they developed for a US Navy customer.
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – July 28, 2016 –BLACKHAWK!’s new apparel line is now available in stores. The line features 14 new clothing styles and 10 new headwear options – everything needed to feel comfortable and confident while performing at the highest level.
“BLACKHAWK!’s line provides function, style and durability while staying true to the military roots it came from. We are really excited to provide a diverse line with such a high level of quality to our customer base,” said Jamie Lindberg, BLACKHAWK! Senior Manager of Apparel Merchandising.
With two distinct categories, the new apparel line has something for everyone. Durable ripstop fabric, waterproof technology and a new pocket system show that the garments are designed for operators who demand quality in both form and functionality. Everyday concealed carry will be more comfortable for the customer with non-printing casual shirts and polos made from fabrics with well-designed features.
Trzin, 28.07.2016. UF PRO® introduced today the new generation of the Monsoon waterproof/breathable jackets.
UF PRO® is launching a new generation of waterproof/ breathable jackets, namely the Monsoon and the Monsoon XT Gen.2 Jacket. The two jackets differ in material and cut; the XT version is the more robust version, whereas the Monsoon jacket offers a more civilian look.
Both jackets are made out of a 3-layer GORE-TEX® laminate which offers a hydrostatic head of 150m, equivalent to a water column up to 15 bar, without any water penetration and great breathability capabilities.
But the Monsoon Jackets don’t only bring great materials and waterproof construction to the table. Two features really set the jackets apart from all the rest.
The hood has an integrated system, which the folks at UF PRO® call the Hood/Harness®. The harness works as a base cap, you simply adjust it according to your head size and when you wear it, the hood follows your neck movements, without the need to strap the hood to your head. Since the laminate isn’t directly in touch with your head, air circulation and your ability to hear is still intact, even while wearing a hood.
The other feature is called the air/pac® insert. This 8mm thick mesh inserts in the shoulder area distribute the weight of plate carriers or backpacks and prevent the formation of thermal bridges. With the new Monsoon generation, UF PRO® glues the pocket configuration onto the jacket, instead of seam sealing them. This makes the pocket configuration extremely water resistant and the jackets even lighter.
The price for the new Monsoon Jackets starts at 440.00€ and they are available in Black, Brown-Grey and MutliCam®.
Head over to UF PRO® and check out the new Monsoon jackets: www.ufpro.si/monsoon
Robert DiLalla, team leader of the Infantry Combat Equipment Team at the Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center has been chosen as the recipient of the 2015 MG Harold “Harry” J. Greene Award for Innovation in the Individual-Civilian category for his work developing the Ballistic Combat Shirt. Named in honor of MG Greene, who served as senior commander at the Natick Soldier Systems Center, the award recognizes technological innovations that enhance Army readiness and Soldier performance.
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker (center) holds the Ballistic Combat Shirt, which was invented by Robert DiLalla (far left), an engineer and currently the team leader of the Infantry Combat Equipment Team at the Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center. BG William E. Cole (far right), former commander of the Natick Soldier Systems Center and former commanding general of the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, looks on. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army)
DiLalla partnered with co-inventors Protect the Force, LLC for the BCS, which incorporates deltoid and thoracic protection, as well as improved neck protection into the Combat Shirt and is a component of Soldier Protection System.
Congratulations to Rob DiLalla!
To learn more, visit www.army.mil.
