The Gear Locker has published a review of the FHF Gear Tactical Muff Hand Warmer we first mentioned in November 2011.
Their verdict? “It Works Great!” See their full review at www.thegearlocker.net/2013/02/fhfs-tactical-muff-hand-warmer.
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Monday, February 4th, 2013HELIKON-TEX Adds PenCott to its Camouflage Line-up
Thursday, January 31st, 2013Hyde Definition, developers of the PenCott family of camouflage patterns has announced that European tactical clothing brand HELIKON-TEX is adding the GreenZone, Badlands and Snowdrift variants to its line-up.
At the upcoming IWA & Outdoor Classics 2013 trade show in March, HELIKON-TEX will initially debut PenCott versions of their Combat Patrol Uniform followed by their Combat Shirt, Boonie Hat and Combat Cap models.
In the second half of 2013 HELIKON-TEX will also roll-out the PenCott patterns on a new Parka design.
AAC Blackout Logo Hats in A-TACS
Monday, January 28th, 2013
AAC has some cool new caps in A-TACS in stock featuring an embroidered Blackout Logo.
advanced-armament.com/Blackout-Logo-Hat–ATACS
OR – Arc’teryx Fall 2013
Monday, January 28th, 2013As our OR Winter Market coverage comes to a close, we’d like to leave you with some candid shots of several lifestyle clothing items that will show up at your local shop this Summer. Think of it as a modern version of the Christmas wish book of your youth. We hope you like them as much as we do.
OR – Tilley Goes MultiCam
Sunday, January 27th, 2013Tilley fans have been asking for a camouflage model for sometime now and they’ve answered by introducing a MultiCam version of the popular T3 model. Interestingly, they’re using 330D Cordura with a water repellent finish but they’ve retained the signature brass vents and snaps on either side to keep the brim up. Tilley hats also float and feature a secret pocket in the brim.
Insured against loss and guaranteed for life not to wear out, Tilley hats are Made in Canada. Sizes 6-7/8 – 8. Available beginning in March.
OR – Arc’teryx
Friday, January 25th, 2013The big story for Arc’teryx this OR is Down. But these aren’t down garments as you have traditionally known them. As with most things, Arc’teryx took a long look at the issue and came with a couple of improvements. First, these garments have fewer pieces than others on the market meaning fewer stitches resulting in stronger garments. Next, they increased the durability of the shell of the garment to mitigate the abrasion that ruins so many down jackets. Finally, they placed Coreloft synthetic in areas of high compression and vapor transfer; the shoulders and cuffs. This feature eliminates cold spots. Currently, the garments run either 750 and 850 fill down.
Another innovation is the new hood design. Rather than traditional two direction hood adjustment, this new version brings the crown of the hood down over the top of your head and ears.
There are already 11 garments in the line (including models for both mean and women) including traditional jackets as well as hooded variants. They have also introduced a true hybrid with a Gore-tex shell and the insulation is the Down and Coreloft combo.
Look for these late Summer 2013.
OR – Darn Tough Vermont
Thursday, January 24th, 2013Not only does Darn Tough Vermont make excellent socks in America but they also are offering Maple Creamies with Bacon!
I didn’t think you could make anything from Darn Tough Vermont any better until they added bacon.
OR – Rocky S2V
Thursday, January 24th, 2013We first mentioned Rocky S2V during their soft launch at Summer OR. Now, in addition to a full brand launch, Rocky S2V has introduced a couple of new products. SSD readers will probably be most interested in the Agonic Prima-Flex softshell and Substratum XLD boot but there is also a new softshell and pant that we’ll cover soon.
The Agonic Prima-Flex is a hybrid performance piece combining 100g Primaloft insulation in a Teflon DWR coated rip stop nylon shell with VapourFlex compression side panels and cuffs. Like all other S2V garments it includes a mini-survival kit as well as a combination signal panel/goggle wipe. Additionally, the interior of the arms of the jacket are fluorescent red for use as signaling devices. Offered in Med – XL in Raven, Desert Khaki and Fire Ember.
The Substratum XLD is a 9″ full grain leather waterproof boot insulated with Aerotherm and PrimaLoft. Under the insole is a hidden cache containing a firestarter and wetcubes. Additionally, the Vibram sole is crampon and snowshoe compatible. The boot is topped off with 550 laces.
