The Odin Guiding Light Jacket incorporates HellyTech Professional, a proprietary, 3-ply waterproof breathable fabric and a YKK Aquaguard waterproof zipper. The minimalist seam construction is fully seam sealed. For those of you who don’t know, Odin is the chief god in Norse mythology and, Norwegian Helly Hansen’s flagship line.
Also, since I know some of you guys will ask, those Camo shorts are also a Spring 14 Helly Hansen product.
The big story at XGO is FR stretch. They are made from a Rayon-Modacrylic-Lycra blend for compression.
Offered in Short Sleeve T, Long Sleeve T and Watch Cap.
Available in Spring 2014.
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This is just a teaser of what’s to come from Beyond as they release the new Helios line 1 October. Helios will join the mission focused Axios line as more of an outdoor line.
This is the Rig Jacket over the Eos fleece pullover.
I’ve written about TASC and their great clothing made from proprietary bamboo fabrics several times. In fact, my favorite T-shirts are TASC Carrollton. For a long time I’ve hopes that they’d offer these in Desert Sand and finally they are available. I cannot recommend the TASC Carrollton enough. With raglan sleeves, flat seams and a comfortable, loose fit, the Carrollton has seen me through many an active day. The bamboo fibers have an inherent ability to wick moisture and is antimicrobial. Additionally, it is very breathable and comfortable against the skin. Because these properties are at the fiber level, they won’t wash out.
Below is the Hybrid Fitted Short Sleeve which integrates flow mesh panels for cooling and is more of an active wear piece.
New Balance announced that on July 19, 2013 the Air Force Uniform Office approved several New Balance items for use with FR uniforms. The items on the list are intended to be worn next to skin only.
It includes a wide range of No Melt No Drip products that are appropriate for a wide range of climates. NB’s synthetic blends and proprietary Merino wool blends will offer Airmen a next to skin layering system appropriate for their unique mission.
AFR701 Flame Resistant T-Shirt
AFR105 Flame Resistant Boxer
AFR105w Flame Resistant FR Women’s Boy Short
AFR801 Flame Resistant Mid Weight Top
AFR201 Flame Resistant Mid Weight Drawers
MIL865 Flame Resistant Mid Weight Light Weight Top
MIL245 Flame Resistant Mid Weight Light Weight Drawers
MIL126 Flame Resistant FR Women’s Boy Short
MIL708 Light Weight Merino Wool T-Shirt
MIL810 Light Weight Merino Wool Crew
MIL811 Mid Weight Merino Wool ¼ Zip
MIL102 Light Weight Merino Wool Boxers
MIL211 Light Weight Merino Wool Drawers
MIL212 Mid Weight Merino Wool Drawers
More information is available at www.newbalance.com under Military. Additionally, unit and agency ordered can be handled by www.ADSinc.com
I’m not going to pontificate much about this but I’d recommend that you go take a look at what 5.11 Tactical has been working on with their Recon Series of training products that includes footwear, clothing and bags. It’s certainly not what I would traditionally expect from 5.11.
The styling, materials and construction are more contemporary and the whole series seems to be focused on training but I’d say that some will be able to wear these items on the job as well. The price tag reflects the update but I don’t find this as a serious detractor. While I haven’t seen any of these items in person yet, if I had to make a criticism it would be the prominent branding. Something a bit more subtle might be more appropriate. However, I know some of you are going to lose it over the blood type ID.
It’s worth taking a look but please don’t come in and bash the brand without first seeing what they are doing with the Recon line.
Whiskey Two-Four is the exclusive distributor of ROE Apparel, with ROE’s Basic Shirt being the first addition to the line. The Basic Shirt is manufactured in the USA with US made materials. The sleeves are composed of 50/50 nyco ripstop with loop panel and hook and loop adjustable cuffs. The torso is made from Cyberknit JL3021FX Cordura baselayer fabric, which is 55% cotton, 37% Cordura nylon, and 8% spadex with wicking and antimicrobial treatments. It features an athletic cut with extra length to stay tucked in. The Basic Shirt is available in sizes SM-XXL, in A-TACS FG, Green Zone, and MultiCam camouflage patterns and Coytote.
This is the briefing provided to senior Army leaders regarding the new Army Physical Fitness Uniform. I am no longer in the Army but as a former Soldier, I really like what they’ve done. Traditionally, going back to the banana suit (yes, I’m that old) Army issue PT uniforms haven’t been much to write home about. For those of you unfamiliar, the Army colors are Black and Yellow so a Black PT uniform is quite fitting. For those of you worried about being run over by a maniacal driver during periods of darkness; never fear, your trusty companion the reflective belt won’t be going away.
If you read the last post on the APFU, which featured Slide 4, and the associated comments, you will recall that a Ft Bragg-based Soldier mentioned recently participating in a recent Limited User Evaluation. It’s also mentioned in this brief. And, even more interestingly, the formal announcement is slated for 1st Qtr, FY 2014. The APFU announcement was originally to coincide with the Camo announcement. I’d say this adds even more credence to the idea that the Camo announcement is now scheduled for AUSA.
If anyone wants to share the Camo Improvement Effort slides, I’d be most obliged.
