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MDM 23 – WINDSTOPPER by GORE-TEX LABS x Beyond Jackets

Friday, June 30th, 2023

GORE Brands exhibited two new jackets from Beyond Clothing’s new Jäger line which incorporate WINDSTOPPER fabric by GORE-TEX LABS.

WINDSTOPPER fabric is 100% windproof and is used in zones of the jacket such as the front and rear panels as well as the hood to help shed weather and wind to keep the core warm and dry. In such hybrid constructions as we see here, other zones such as under the arms, offer more traditional fabrics to assist with air circulation for active wear.

The first jacket is the Jäger and pairs the WINDSTOPPER shell with Polartec Alpha Direct* insulation and stretch side panels. I’m a big fan of both WINDSTOPPER and Alpha Direct but haven’t had a jacket yet which combines the two. This combination offers high air permeability for high aerobic activity as well as weather protection and insulation. It is ideally suited for wear in cold wet conditions down to +20°F. If you’re wearing a ruck and constantly moving, this is the jacket for you.

For those of you who appreciate the details, this jacket offers a Clo Thermal insulation value of 1.19 and Low Water Pick-Up (15.78% after 30 minute in a light mist).

The second jacket is the Mountain Jäger which combines WINDSTOPPER By GORE-TEX LABS fabric with Climashield Bio 2.0 oz Insulation and a 40d lightweight liner with stretch side panels. There is also gridded stretch fabric at the chin for comfort in the cold when you’re all bundled up.

I’m told there’s also another model in the line without the side panels and with additional continuous insulation for even colder conditions.

The Mountain Jäger still has decent air permeability but it is a better option for those who will operate in more static modes. It provides good performance in Wet Cold (+39° to +20°F), Dry Cold (+19° to -4°F), and even Intense Cold (-5° to -25°F) conditions when incorporated into a layering system.

The tech specs are Low Water Pick-Up, 15.13% after 30 minute in a light mist and an even higher Clo thermal insulation value of 1.79.

Although the Jaeger line jackets aren’t specifically intended for any military programs, they are great options for organizations seeking to update their active shells. Prototypes of both have been evaluated by multiple US military organizations with very positive feedback.

Contact Beyond to learn more.

*This is a prototype. Production versions will feature color matched Alpha Direct insulation.

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SERKET USA Introduces Tropical Weight Zephyr Shirt

Friday, June 30th, 2023

>The rugby-style shirt is the lightest and coolest in the category.

Eugene, OR — Serket is pleased to launch its new, tropical weight rugby-style shirt for military and LE markets. Branded as the “Zephyr Shirt”, the Berry Compliant shirt is available in long- and short-sleeve varieties and seven colorways. Engineered using robust, high tenacity NYCO Extreme, the Zephyr Shirt is significantly lighter, far more air permeable, and has three-times the tear strength of traditional NYCO.

Paired with a comfortable lightweight Cordura NYCO knit torso, the Serket Zephyr Shirt is the lightest, coolest, and most breathable, rugby-style shirt available, while maintaining exceptional durability and no melt/no drip standards.

Key features include:

Available in XS-XXL

Ultra Lightweight No Melt MIL-SPEC Fabrics

Highly Air Permeable Fabric

Moisture Managing/Quick Dry Fabrics

High Rise Collar Protects the Neck from Vest and Chest Rigs

Button Flap Bicep Pocket with Loop Tape

For more information on the Serket Zephyr Shirt contact Serket at sales@serketusa.com

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MDM 23 – Massif Revives Marine PMI Shooting Jacket

Wednesday, June 28th, 2023

The Marines haven’t procured the tried and true Primary Marksmanship Instructor Jacket in years. Massif stepped up and recreated the classic design for the Marines. The jacket retains the bellowed back cape, shortened sleeves, and left or right shoulder pads in the old green fatigue color.

They are available now in sizes XS-3XL.

www.massif.com/massifr-pmi-shooter-s-jacket

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MDM 23 – DNS Alpha

Wednesday, June 28th, 2023

DNS Alpha is exhibiting in the Mountain Horse Solutions booth and has a few surprises including this prototype Winter Mütze designed to replace the old Bundeswehr issue cold weather cap of the same name.

Featuring a short brim, this cap is made from seam sealed GORE-TEX to shed snow, rain, and wind.

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Warrior Expo 23 – Born Primitive Tactical Update

Monday, June 26th, 2023

This is a quick update on Born Primitive Tactical, an offshoot of the Born Primitive athletic clothing line.

Launching in August, the line will include Police Blue, Ranger Green, Coyote Brown, Wolf Grey and Black colors.

Units and agencies can procure products seen at Warrior East by contacting ADS, Inc.

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Warrior East 23 – Mustang Survival x HSI

Monday, June 26th, 2023

Another technology exhibited during the ADS Maritime Demo Day is the TacHeat System developed by Human Systems Integration and integrated into dry suits by Mustang Survival. The technology stems from a SBIR program for heated gloves and relies on electrically heated coils which are embedded in the fabric.

Currently, there is a next to skin top and bottom, glove liner and insole.

Here you can see how the power cable interfaces with the next-to-skin layer.

This cable is used to pass the power cable through the drysuit.

There are currently two control boxes, with ine having a smaller form factor but less control.

The wearer can choose which components he wants to use. For example, all of the components, or just gloves and insoles for say aircraft door gunners.

Units and agencies can procure products seen at Warrior East by contacting ADS, Inc.

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Navy Launches Historic Aircrew Study to Update Size Requirements for a Diverse Fleet

Sunday, June 25th, 2023

The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) is leading the Navy’s first comprehensive study since 1964 to update aviator size requirements, improve aircrew gear and equipment, and expand access for prospective future aviators. This is the Navy’s first aircrew study to include women and minorities.

“We are excited to launch this historic study that will improve the readiness, protection, performance and safety for our Navy’s aviation community,” said Lori Basham, NAWCAD’s principal investigator for the study. “Updating our data to accurately characterize our aircrew will address the needs of a population that is drastically different than it was in the 1960s.”

NAWCAD is seeking participation from more than 4,000 active-duty, enlisted, and commissioned aviators, flight officers and aircrew. The research team will measure these service members across the country when they tour the Navy’s most populous air bases from through December 2023. Participation in the 30-to 50-minute study will require 32 simple body measurements that include various heights, lengths, breadths and circumferences that are relevant to aircrew. Researchers will remove personal information to protect participant privacy.

Traditional anthropometric studies are expensive, historically costing between $6 and $14 million dollars in industry settings, depending on the scope of effort. Today, NAWCAD can perform its own study almost completely in-house, costing the Navy less than $2 million, due to the command’s advanced 3D scanning hardware and expertise as well as supportive technology and subject matter experts through other services and industry partnerships.

For more information on the study or for participation coordination, contact Lt. Jennifer Knapp at jennifer.a.knapp2.mil@us.navy.mil. For study technical questions, contact Lori Brattin Basham at lori.l.basham2.civ@us.navy.mil.

From Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Public Affairs

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – No Bubbles, No Troubles v3 T-shirt

Friday, June 23rd, 2023

• Limited Edition

• Performance and Comfort Tri-Blend

Meet the new No Bubbles, No Troubles v3 T-shirt from FirstSpear – the ultimate summer tee for those who want to look good without sacrificing comfort and performance. It’s got all the features you want without any of that pesky bubble trouble.

Command a little style with our eye-catching design on the back and the bold FirstSpear skull logo on the chest that says you have great taste but don’t need to brag about it. So forget the bubbles and grab the No Bubbles, No Troubles v3, because it’s time to look good and feel even better this summer.

Visit FirstSpear to find American Made kit and accessories, Built For The X.

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