“Boom!” goes the dynamite at US Space Force as yesterday they unveiled their new enlisted rank insignia and today they release the prototype of their service dress uniform with this social media post.
“Today, Chief of Space Operations Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond unveiled the Guardian Service Dress prototype during the Air Force Association’s #ASC21.”
Carinthia’s new G-LOFT Tactical Poncho is Reversible from original MultiCam to olive green. Like the name says, this multifunctional poncho features 60g G-LOFT insulation.
www.carinthia.eu/en/g-loft-tactical-poncho-multicam-p3096
Australia’s Platatac is showing off their new Maritime Amphibious Littoral Operations Uniform in the Edgar Brothers stand.
The design is patterned off of Platatac’s TAC Dax trousers and Cut Shirt. Made from DWR treated Tweave 520E stretch with a Polartec Power Dry torso, the uniform dries very quickly. It’s also quite durable. The buttons are slotted and pockets zippered.
US readers should think of it in terms of an Underway Uniform for maritime applications.
Offered in MultiCam, Ranger Green and Grey. MultiCam will be commercially available shortly.
Beyond is holding a sample sale to clear out their closet this coming Saturday, September 18th at their Headquarters in Seattle.
The sale features unreleased design samples alongside overstocked layers, in-house expeditionary gear, and premium items from industry partners.
Here is a sampling of some of those unicorns.
– Black Jacket: Mens Private Reserve Jacket called (OM-0174-C00 The Outlaw Jacket) circa 2014, limited edition, serialized development.
– Grey Jacket: Bomber Style inspired insulated jacket which was never released with Alpha quilted insulation, circa 2020.
– Navy Jacket: Inspired by the Navy N-1 Deck Jacket with color blocked elbow patch and NYCO shell. Never released style, prototype circa 2020.
– White Parka with coyote fur: Component of an Arctic System, Never released first US made proto of 1928 print camo circa 2015.
– Grey Moto Jacket: 2018 development for Japan for a motorcycle lifestyle jacket. It’s built to have shoulder pad insert capabilities like a moto jacket along with ceramic Superfabric overlay for abrasion and mapped reflective trim.
– A9EV: Equatorial fabric test for MultiCam Alpine, British, Circa 2014.
– A9E MCAM Pants: Jungle Pants, circa 2019.
– Black Element Pants: test sample in Black with Cordura knees.
– A7 MultiCam Pant: Berry compliant Kyros-style Cold pant.
Additionally, Beyond and all attending vendors will be contributing products to a silent auction AND RAFFLE with all proceeds donated to charity SOC-F (Special Operations Care Fund) and Wildland Firefighter Foundation.
Food will be available for purchase from MoMo Express from 11 AM – 2 PM and adult beverages will be provided courtesy of 10 Barrel Brewing (additional local options are nearby as well).
Yes, you’ve got to be there to buy. The sale is 1000-1500, at 6363 6th Ave, in Seattle, WA.
Please RSVP on their Facebook event page.
Outdoor Research is exhibiting at DSEi with Brigantes and are showing a full range of products which will be available next year as their Allies line.
This waterproof breathable jacket is made from AscentShell 3 layer fabric and features YKK AquaGuard zippers. There are dual zippered Napoleon pockets as well as handwarmer pockets on either side along with torso flow side zips for ventilation.
The jacket will be offered in MultiCam, MultiCam Alpine, Coyote and Black.
Stemming from a strong military background, the GORUCK Task Force Dagger Jacket pays homage to the jackets that were worn by the 5th Special Forces Group 20 years ago, and even uses the same Polartec 300 weight fleece. With a more streamlined, modernized design, the Task Force Dagger Jacket finds its place in both mountainous terrain and city streets.
In 1981, Polartec changed the game for cold weather performance apparel with the invention of synthetic fleece. Since then, the brand has enjoyed a long relationship with the US Military, even supplying the foundation of today’s GEN III Extended Cold Weather Clothing System (E.C.W.C.S.).
The Polartec® 300 Series Fleece used for the Task Force Dagger Jacket is a made in the USA, 100% recycled, double velour fleece with a non-PFAS durable water repellent (DWR) treatment to shed rain and snow. As the most premium classic fleece on the market, and with greater resiliency, lightweight warmth and fast dry times, it remains the industry standard for performance outerwear.
Available now, please find additional information on Polartec and GORUCK here, and shop the Task Force Dagger Jacket here.
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM), its business line Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) and its parent command, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) executed its first virtual webinar from Aug. 25-26, highlighting textile and uniform technology area. The workshop encompassed over 100 participants within industry and academia.
A number of NEXCOM leaders participated in a variety of information sessions and a panel discussion titled, ‘Demystify doing Business with Clothing and Textiles for NAVSUP, NEXCOM and NCTRF.’ NEXCOM leadership who participated in the two-day webinar included Laurra Winters, Director, NCTRF; Navy Cdr. Terri Gabriel, Deputy Commander Uniform Programs; Rich Honiball, Executive Vice President, Global Merchandising and Marketing Officer; and serving as keynote speaker, retired Navy Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi, CEO, NEXCOM.
Serving for nearly 30 years in uniform as a Navy Supply Corps Officer, Bianchi shared with the group his sentiment and the importance of a safe, comfortable and functional uniform. “One can say that the readiness of our Navy warfighters intrinsically starts with the uniform that’s on their back and the gear they carry,” stated Bianchi. “There is plenty of ongoing research and development being accomplished in the areas of seamless knitting, cold weather gear experimentation and NWU Type III design refinement—just to name a few. But make no mistake, all of the advancements in uniforms and protective gear has at its foundation a strong partnership with industry, in particular the clothing and textile industrial base.”
The two-day webinar featured discussions on new and emerging technologies, as well as concepts and the importance of the textile industrial base to military uniforms and gear. The workshop was hosted by the Naval-X Northeast Tech Bridge, 401 Tech Bridge, the Rhode Island Textile Innovation Network and the North Carolina Military Business Center. The group discussed opportunities for small business development, to address current capability gaps in textiles for uniform and protective clothing, and collaboration areas with industry and academia. NEXCOM’s participating leadership emphasized their commitment to establishing and maintaining close relationships with industry leaders and explained that such forums can help accelerate the connection.
Bianchi described two recent examples of successes where industry and NCTRF partnered to improve the safety and function of uniform and organizational components for the Navy fleet— the steam suit for submariners resulting in a new design and materials currently transitioning and the I Boot-5 for Navy warfighters which will meet the requirements to be worn in a variety of Navy environments.
“Events like this collaborative workshop serve an important role in highlighting the importance of building military/industry partnerships,” explained Bianchi. “I am optimistic about the future of clothing and textiles…whether research, design, testing, commercial manufacturing, or academia, all play a very important role to ensure our Navy warfighters never enter a fair fight—we always want the advantage, and are truly the world’s best Naval fighting force because of everyone’s contributions!”
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The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM), its business line Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) and its parent command, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) executed its first virtual webinar from Aug. 25-26, highlighting textile and uniform technology area. The workshop encompassed over 100 participants within industry and academia.
