This is kind of like when I was a kid and the Sears Wish Book would arrive. Lots of new stuff to digest in addition to the compound armor compatible clothing system. You also have gloves and base layers to learn about. Additionally, the catalog tells their materials story so you will get some insight on how they maintain the edge.
For those of you fortunate enough to be attending SOFIC you can can check out the new line in person at the Campbell Conference Room at the Embassy Suites.
Folks are clamoring for info on the new Arc’teryx LEAF Compound clothing system and they have just released two videos on the Gryphon Jacket including on detailing how the sleeve roll-up system works. Both of the videos give you a good idea of the jacket’s lines and how it is designed to interface with armor.
The new Arc’teryx LEAF Gryphon Jacket from Arc'teryx LEAF on Vimeo.
Arc’teryx LEAF Gryphon Jacket Roll-up Sleeves from Arc'teryx LEAF on Vimeo.
Plate Carrier by Mayflower Research & Consulting.
Swedish brand Tac-Up Gear has just introduced their Expeditionary Air Wing Scarf in both M-90 and M-90 K Desert. Sized at 1 meter x 1 meter, the EAW Scarf is so sheer you can see right through it if you use it as a base for a scrim net.
About a year and a half ago Wild Things began development on a variety of new tactical clothing items. Combining decades of climbing and expedition experience with user feedback, Wild Things was able to create a fusion of Alpine and Tactical. The line sticks to Wild Things’ core competencies yet is very extensive consisting of High Loft, Low Loft, Soft shell, and Hard shell options. The pieces are designed to be used as part of a layered clothing system but several stand out for use individually. Additionally, everything in the new line has stood up to the rigors of combat and is now available for sale to both individuals as well as units from Wild Things’ new website. Did we say that it’s all available now and in MultiCam? All of the styles are available in X-Small through XX-Large.
Hard Shell Jacket
-Designed to be worn over body armor
-Made of 3-layer eVent® waterproof/breathable fabric
-Waterproof zippers
-Fully adjustable hood is helmet-compatible
-Two inset sleeve pockets with pile tape patches
-Two handwarmer pockets
Hard Shell Pants
-Made of 3-layer eVent® waterproof/breathable fabric
-Waterproof zippers
-Adjustable waistband features belt loops, Velcro® side tabs, and back elastic with suspender loops
-Two cargo pockets
-Zippered hems to pull on over boots
High Loft Jacket
-Designed to be worn over body armor
-Shell is made of 70 denier textured nylon fabric
-6 oz PrimaLoft® Sport synthetic insulation
-Fully adjustable hood is helmet-compatible
-Two hand warmer pockets are lined with 2 oz quilted PrimaLoft®
-Two interior mesh pockets provide storage and a place for wet goods to dry out
-High collar keeps neck worm even when hood is down
High Loft Pants
-Shell is made of 70 denier textured nylon fabric
-4 oz PrimaLoft® Sport synthetic insulation
-330d Cordura® reinforces the rear, knees and instep
-Grommets for cords to keep bottom hem down during movements
-Elasticized waist and side seam zippers
Low Loft Jacket
-Body is made of 70 denier textured nylon fabric
-Nylon rip stop lining is quilted to 2 oz PrimaLoft® synthetic insulation
-Sleeves feature abrasion resistant panels from elbow to cuff
-Two inset sleeve pockets with pile tape patches
-Two handwarmer pockets
Soft Shell Jacket Lightweight
-Tight weave nylon/spandex fabric provides stretch as well as wind and water resistance
-Two inset sleeve pockets with pile tape patches
-Zippered hand pockets are made with mesh pocket bags
-Articulated stow away hood
-Pit zips
Soft Shell Jacket
-Four-way stretch nylon/spandex blended fabric bonded to hydrophobic polyester fleece (Body)
-Two inset sleeve pockets with pile tape patches
-Zippered hand pockets are made with mesh pocket bags
-Articulated stow away hood
-Pit zips
Soft Shell Pants Lightweight
-Tight weave nylon/spandex fabric provides stretch as well as wind and water resistance
-Five belt loops are designed with first line in mind
-Two cargo pockets on the thighs
-Zippered hems to pull on over boots
Soft Shell Pants
-Four-way stretch nylon/spandex blended fabric bonded to hydrophobic polyester fleece
-Five belt loops are designed with first line in mind
-Four cargo pockets, two on the thighs and two on the calf
-Knife pockets are sewn onto both thigh cargo pockets for easy access
-Zippered hems to pull on over boots with gripper tape at the hem
Remember the Travel Shirt we wrote about last month? Well Beyond Tactical listened to SSD readers and is now offering it for order. Owner Scott Jones recently reminded us that he has been making tactical softshells since 2003 and the new Mojave Travel Shirt is the natural progression of this technology based on operational requirements. On top of that, it looks good. What’s more, Beyond Tactical products are Berry compliant and made to measure. Scott also told us to watch out for several other new products coming in June. Hopefully, this is the beginning of several new items that blur the lines between civilian and tactical.
In a deal that closed last week, Remington Arms-led Freedom Group Incorporated has purchased outdoor brand Mountain Khakis. No details on the deal have been released.
