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NBOW – Beyond Tactical

Friday, September 9th, 2011

Beyond Tactical offers something NO ONE else does; custom tactical clothing. Not only can you specify fabric and to a certain degree pocket configuration, but most importantly, size.

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Here is Beyond Tactical’s authorized version of USSOCOM’s Protective Combat Uniform Level 9 garment. This garment was custom made specifically for a GSS Gear. Beyond took her measurements and crafted a garment that fits her 5’2″ frame. Fit is of primary concern for Beyond and they have put a great deal of work in their patterning to ensure that the garment moves with and not against the wearer.

For more info visit http://Tactical.BeyondClothing.com

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TacHacker – DIY Combat Shirts

Friday, September 9th, 2011

Unfortunately, the Naval Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) doesn’t have an official combat uniform. Rather, units and oftentimes individuals have to provide their own combat fashions. The custom is to take a DCU blouse and have it modified by a tailor (if you’re lucky) by cutting out the torso and inserting a t-shirt or other material. Believe it or not, the first examples that showed up at Natick in the Objective Force Warrior office, years ago were just that. BDU-style sleeves sewn to Under Armour shirts so that the torso, which remains covered by body armor, will remain relatively cooler and dryer thanks to the wicking fabric.

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Recently, we were on a CONUS range and observed several Navy personnel. As you can see, three men are visible and the are three different examples of combat-style shirts. There was another guy in the prone, shooting. While you can’t see him, indeed, he is wearing yet a fourth variant. However, out of all of the DIY combat shirts we have ever seen, the example with the hunting camo is by FAR the best.

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Shooter Shirt

Friday, September 9th, 2011

Tactical Distributors has just received a shipment of their new Shooter Shirt. Intended to be worn on hot days at the range, it is a T-shirt style made from a comfortable pima cotton and features a 3”x4” Velcro sleeve patch for ID or morale patches. The shirt a couple of other discreet features that set it apart such as the TD logo just below the collar on the upper back and TD tag below the Velcro.

Available in Black, Olive Brown (green brown) and Desert Tan, sizes Small – XX-Large.

www.tacticaldistributors.com

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LEAF on Layering

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

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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Vertx Smock Sneak Peek

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

Vertx 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.

www.wearvertx.com

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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.

www.782Gear.com

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One Cap To Rule Them All

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

Black 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.

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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

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