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The Weatherneck – A Quick Release Bandana For The Outdoors

Monday, January 25th, 2016

FOAMCAMO-01

The Weatherneck is a quick release bandana made of a micro polyester and spandex double knit stretch material. It was born of a requirement for a comfortable, breathable, quick-removable neck warmer that could be used in a variety of environments. The Weatherneck is built to open and close with magnets, not only providing wearers with a quick don/doff method, but also allowing for quiet don/doff, unlike with Velcro.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/fixitsticks/the-weatherneck-an-updated-bandana-for-outdoor-adv

Post SHOT Show Wrapup – Hazard 4 Beachhead

Monday, January 25th, 2016

Although it was launched last year, this was the first time I had seen the Beachhead hoodie from Hazard 4 in person.

 

Clothing on a hanger is really hard to photograph so I’ve included the studio shot for clarity.

 

The Beachhead features an athletic fit and is made from a Lycra blend with a fuzzy backing. It was very comfy to try out and I think the tight weave will be good in the wind. Available now in Black and Coyote, sizes Small – 2XLarge.

www.hazard4.com/apparel/outdoor-wear/beachhead

Magpul Rover Hat

Monday, January 25th, 2016

  
For the guy who wanted to see the upcoming Magpul Rover hat a little closer.  Coming Spring 2016 from www.magpul.com.

SHOT Show – Outdoor Research Introduces New Outerwear in WL Gore’s Topo Technology

Friday, January 22nd, 2016

Outdoor Research has debuted a new jacket in WL Gore & Associates’ new Topo fabric.  Topo features a stretchable membrane.  

 

The jacket has an articulated, close fit in order to bring the jacket’s Gore membrane closer to the body where it will work better. The Brown segments you see are Topo and allow the jacket to stretch when you layer up for colder temps, yet keep the jacket as close to the body as possible in order to move the perspiration out through the membrane.

 

You can place order now in MultiCam and Coyote.

military.outdoorresearch.com

SHOT Show – Kitanica

Wednesday, January 20th, 2016

Here’s a preview of upcoming Kitanica products.  
The MkIV revitalized the brand after showing up on ‘Mythbusters.’ Now, they’ve updated this 1000D Cordura motorcycle style jacket.

  
They’ve updated the back with padding along the back.  

  
You can also insert their pads into the elbows.  

  
Additionally, it will integrate the MkI liner for cold weather riding.

  
This Coyote is a new custom color for their American Hoodie.  

  
Above and below are photos of a prototype Range Pant that is a long version of their popular Range Short.

  
Kitanica.net

SHOT Show – Hill People Gear

Wednesday, January 20th, 2016

 

This is the Hill People Gear Wind Cheater which features a removable coyote fur ruff. You’ve got to use real predator fur. Synthetic ices up.

  
www.hillpeoplegear.com

SHOT Show – Magpul Softgoods

Tuesday, January 19th, 2016

Launching Spring 2016, Magpul has a new Softgoods line consisting of 15 new items.  You’ve already seen the gloves and belts but there’s much more.  

  
The idea wasn’t to start another tactical line but rather offer clothing that Magpul customers would wear everyday.  Consisting of pants, shirts, t-shirts and hats the clothing is technical in design but casual in appearance.  

  
For example, they’ve integrated anti-bacterial, moisture wicking and stain resistance into the fabrics.  Additionally, the pants have a gusseted crotch and the shirts have shoulder seams moved slightly forward to be more comfortable when wearing packs.  They’ve also developed their own fit block which incorprates the ability to layer as well as carry concealed.  

  

www.magpul.com

SHOT Show – Drifire FR T-shirt in Tan 499

Tuesday, January 19th, 2016

  
DRIFIRE has a Tan 499 FR Moisture Wicking T-shirt, both short and long sleeved.  This is compatible with the new OCP ACU.  The short sleeved T is available now through AAFES.