LEAF brings in real experts, like the folks who not only design their clothing, but use it as well, to explain key features. In this video, Tony Richardson, designer extraordinaire, discusses layering.
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LEAF on Layering
Thursday, September 8th, 2011Vertx Smock Sneak Peek
Wednesday, September 7th, 2011Vertx has had a smock in development for some time but production models should hit the market in Fall. Just in time for winter in Afghanistan! As you can see from the articulated design, stowaway hood, and pocket layout, this is very much a modern take on a traditional item. But Vertx has updated more than just the basic concept. Vertx will be offering their take on the smock in a synthetic material called Storm which is the same fabric used in the Gunfighter Storm Shirt. It features a 40D face fabric and is anti-microbial. Naturally, it’s MultiCam.
Smokin Series V2.0
Wednesday, September 7th, 2011
In an update to the Smokin Series, 782 Gear has added more moisture wicking Polartec® fabric cuffs to the Smokin’ Sweater, Pullover, and Chaps to give them full coverage, enhance comfort, and keep out drafts. These lightweight, compressible pieces feature a slick 1.1 oz. nylon shell, ideal for layering, moving easily underneath outer layers. Insulated with Climashield® offer some serious cold-weather protection. Made in the USA and available NOW at a 782 Gear dealer near you.
One Cap To Rule Them All
Tuesday, September 6th, 2011Black Palm Syndicate has just released a MultiCam FlexFit softshell cap. Called the One Cap To Rule Them Allâ„¢, it’s unlike any other cap on the market. In addition to the Velcro patch on the front of the cap, it also features an embroidered BPS logo on the side. I mean what else can you say? Softshell, MultiCam, FlexFit, Black Palm Syndicate.
Available in Small/Medium and Large/XLarge from Tactical Distributors.
TAD Ranger Hoodie
Monday, September 5th, 2011
Triple Aught Design has just released their latest iteration of their Ranger Hoodie. First offered in 2002, the fit has evolved over the past few years with the latest version balancing freedom of movement with use in layering. In fact, it shares a fit with the Ranger LT but it is made with the heaviest weight Polartec®, WindPro® rather than the LT’s use of the lightest weight fabric.
It features 6 pockets with D-rings in the chest and arm pockets. Additionally, the half-mitt thumbholes in the cuff mean enhanced warmth and ease while adding and removing layers. Below, you can see details of the Aero Hood, designed to lay flat when not in use and the single arm panel from the cuff down to the torso to enable full range of motion.
The Ranger Hoodie is offered with Velcro patches or without to suit your application. Available in Black, Loden Green, and UE Grey in sizes XS-XXXL. They are one of the few companies manufactured tactical clothing in such a wide size range. But, TAD products are very popular and already, some size and color combinations are sold out.
www.tripleaughtdesign.com/Ranger-Hoodie
Slangvel Goes Badlands
Sunday, September 4th, 2011At this point, you’ve got to have figured out that we think Slangvel builds some cool custom caps. And, we just found out that he is doing a cool recce boonie variant with a mesh panel. Also, it doesn’t hurt that it’s in Hyde Definition’s PenCott Badlands.
Check Slangvel out on eBay.
Where’s The Woodland MARPAT FROG?
Thursday, September 1st, 2011We’ve been asking that question for awhile now, but we are very happy to report that the USMC’s Flame Resistant Organizational Gear (FROG) is now available in Woodland MARPAT. In fact, it’s already in service. According to industry sources, about one-quarter of the current production of FROG is being manufactured in the Woodland variant of MARPAT.
In addition to contract production, Propper Industries has also added the woodland pattern to their website. (a little hint, they will have NWU Types I, II and III soon as well)
Intelligent Armour Now Official Distributor for Potomac Field Gear in UK
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011
Intelligent Armour Limited is now the official UK Distributor for Potomac Field Gear.
Regarding the move, Intelligent Armour Group CEO Mr Alex Bomberg said “Potomac Field Gear shows great innovation in product design and in research and development of its products, Intelligent Armour and its clients will welcome this innovationâ€. “What Potomac brings to the table will totally change what soldiers and close protection operatives wear in the field and will reduce blast and burn injuries.†We agree. With the Advanced Combat Shirt, Potomac makes an innovative product that not only addresses flame threats but also incorporates features to mitigate heat-induced injuries.
Intelligent Armour video
They are still in the stages of placing Potomac products on their website, but the gear they already have is all there:
www.body-armour-protection.co.uk/Potomac-Field-Gear
