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Match-ups and Bout Order Made Official for GLORY 32 Virginia and GLORY 32 SuperFight Series on Friday, July 22

Sunday, July 10th, 2016

GLORY 32 Virginia is being held here in Norfolk. Kickboxing is huge internationally, but it hasn’t seemed to catch in here in the US. To me, what’s really cool about this event is that there will be military bouts so come on out if you’re local and tune in if you’re not and check it out. It may be a sport you enjoy watching.

GLORY 32 Virginia: Live on ESPN3 at 10 p.m. ET, Replay on ESPN2 at 11 p.m. ET
GLORY 32 SuperFight Series: Live on UFC Fight Pass at 7:30 p.m. ET

New York, NY – GLORY, the world’s premier kickboxing league, today announced the full fight cards for GLORY 32 Virginia – including the one-night, four-man Light Heavyweight Contender Tournament participants – and GLORY 32 SuperFight Series. Ted Constant Convocation Center in Norfolk, Va. hosts both fight cards on Friday, July 22.

GLORY 32 Virginia, streaming live on ESPN 3 at 10 p.m. ET and replaying on ESPN2 at 11 p.m. ET, is headlined by reigning GLORY featherweight champion Serhiy Adamchuk (33-5, 14 KO) of Ukraine, defending his belt against Canadian challenger Gabriel Varga (27-3, 8 KO).

In the first of two semi-final bouts comprising the one-night, four-man Light Heavyweight Contender Tournament, GLORY newcomer Pavel “Caiman” Zhuravlev (69-10, 25 KO), representing Ukraine and fighting out of Sevastopol draws Brazilian debutant Ariel Machado (48-6, 33 KO). On the other side of the tournament bracket, No. 7 ranked Manny Mancha (5-2, 4 KO) of California takes on Algerian-French muay thai practitioner Zinedine Hameur-Lain (54-13, 33 KO), currently ranked No. 8.

Hard-hitting light heavyweight and Virginia native Brian “The Lion” Collette (22-3, 18 KO) returns to the GLORY ring in the co-headline bout against an opponent to be named later. Collette was originally slated to face Karl Roberson as part of GLORY 32 SuperFight Series but was moved to GLORY 32 Virginia after Roberson was forced to withdraw.

The five-fight card for GLORY 32 Virginia can be found below:

GLORY 32 Virginia
Featherweight Title Headline Bout: Serhiy Adamchuk (c) vs. Gabriel Varga
Light Heavyweight Tournament Final Bout: Winner of Bout A vs. Winner of Bout B
Light Heavyweight Co-Headline Bout: Brian Collette vs. TBA
Light Heavyweight Tournament Bout B: Manny Mancha vs. Zinedine Hameur-Lain
Light Heavyweight Tournament Bout A: Pavel Zhuravlev vs. Ariel Machado

Heavyweights headline GLORY 32 SuperFight Series, streaming live and exclusively on UFC Fight Pass at 7:30 p.m. ET, as 6’9″ British bruiser “Chopper” Chi Lewis-Parry (6-1, 2 KO) stands toe-to-toe with 6’7″ American kickboxer Maurice “The Pirate” Greene (4-2, 2 KO).

In the co-headline bout, GLORY stalwart Anderson “Braddock” Silva (39-14-1, 24 KO) of Brazil welcomes 25-year-old heavyweight Gordon “German Barbarian” Haupt (20-6-1, 6 KO) for his promotional debut.

Representing the tournament reserve bout of GLORY’s Super Bantamweight Grand Prix, Funda Alkayis (28-2, 12 KO) of Turkey battles Belgium’s Vanessa De Waele.

Veteran Francois “Bang Bang” Ambang (15-6, 6 KO) and Georgian kickboxing and mixed martial arts star Giga Chikadze (34-4, 20 KO) each have new opponents for July 22. Ambang, coming off an impressive one-night tournament performance at GLORY 30 Los Angeles in May, now faces fellow-welterweight, muay thai practitioner Michael Stevens (8-5, 3 KO). Chikadze, fighting out of Kings MMA in Huntington Beach, Calif. and currently ranked No. 9, squares off against rising featherweight prospect Chris Mauceri (7-2, 2 KO).

The five-fight card for GLORY 32 SuperFight Series can be found below:

GLORY 32 SuperFight Series
Heavyweight Headline Bout: Chi Lewis-Parry vs. Maurice Greene
Heavyweight Co-Headline Bout: Anderson Silva vs. Gordon Haupt
Super Bantamweight Bout: Funda Alkayis vs. Vanessa De Waele
Welterweight Bout: Francois Ambang vs. Michael Stevens
Featherweight Bout: Giga Chikadze vs. Chris Mauceri

Tickets for GLORY 32 Virginia and GLORY 32 SuperFight Series are on sale now, priced at $100, $75, $45, and $25. Tickets are available for purchase via ynottix.com or by visiting the Ted Constant Convocation Center’s Box Office.

For more information, visit glorykickboxing.com.

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Sneak Peek – Benchmade SOCP Rescue Tool

Wednesday, January 13th, 2016

Greg Thompson designed the 179 variant of the SOCP dagger for rescue performance and less-than-lethal self-defense. The tool includes the Benchmade rescue hook design, a carbide glass breaker, O² wrench and the same finger loop and integral sheath design as the rest of the SOCP family.

www.benchmade.com

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Dynamis Alliance – Situational Combatives Course Coming to Redondo Beach

Thursday, July 16th, 2015

www.dynamisalliance.com

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Check Out This Preview Of LBT’s Fall Pack Line

Friday, May 15th, 2015

While I was at Warrior West, I had a chance to check out some new packs dropping from LBT for their Fall line, and they look promising. Now, LBT has released a bit of info on the packs ahead of their release date, which is currently set for June 1st.

Canopy Ruck Pack – LBT-4040

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A different take on the standard ruck from LBT, this particular version is more streamline and developed using lighter materials without sacrificing durability.

3 Day Assault Pack v2.0 – LBT-1476A-V2

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Version 2.0 of the popular 3 Day Assault Pack, now with a detachable front section similar to the LBT-1562SF medic pack, the 2.0 will have the option of running a slick version or modular version.

Jumpable Rifle Pack – LBT-0101K

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Developed specifically to house a Hk417 with jump capability, this pack has lots of storage with plenty of modular real-estate for exterior customization.

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Additionally, LBX Tactical and Dynamis Alliance have linked up with IronClad Media to give you a look at the new Adaptiv Combatives suit.

Dynamis partnered with LBX Combatives to develop this advanced, 100% made in America fight suit. ADAPTIV gear allows the end user to train at real speeds in a multitude of environments. Its injury-prevention/impact-reduction system enhances training performance by allowing operators to realistically practice detainee handling, shoot/don’t shoot drills with approved marking cartridges, and other close-quarters combat skills. It can also adapt to MMA training, making it the most versatile fight suit on the market.

lbxtactical.lbtinc.com

Tags: Dynamis Alliance, LBT, LBX Tactical
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Dynamis Blade Now Available for Order

Friday, October 10th, 2014

During Blade Show we gave you a preview of the new Dynamis Blade, a collaboration between our friends Navy SEAL Veteran Dom Raso and ABS Master Bladesmith Daniel Winkler. They’ve known one another for years so when Dom decided to create a fighting knife he immediately turned to Daniel, who has a great reputation in the SOF community for offering high quality, specialized blades.

Blade Specs:

-CPM3V Steel
-3.75″ cutting edge
-Single or double edged, depending on your preference
-Textured rubber handle with subtle Dynamis Shield print for both forward and reverse grip fighting (A Winkler Knives first)
-Skeletonized tang beneath the rubber grip for balance
-Jimping on the thumb ramp, under the hilt, and on the pommel to improve purchase
-Thumb ramp

There is also a Red aluminum trainer knife available with smooth edges.

Dynamis Alliance also worked closely with S&S Precision to offer a new sheath that is responsive, intuitive and optimized for close quarters self-defense and concealed carry. It is designed to accommodate ambidextrous carry (forward or reverse grip) and features rounded edges for comfort while in the waistband.

Right out of the gate, Dom acknowledges that the clip for the sheath of the Dynamis Blade is based on a Tracker Dan. Simply put, it keeps the sheath in place.

DynAmis is also offering a minimalist sheath for Mil/LE customers that is designed to fit in a vest’s Kangaroo pouch via Velcro (hook on one side and loop on the other) . It’s Kydex with felt lining for reduced noise.

www.dynamisalliance.com/gear/dynamis-blade

Tags: Daniel Winkler, Dynamis Alliance, S&S Precision, Tracker Dan
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Fuji Sports Combatives – Jiu-Jitsu Gi In ‘Multi-Camo’

Monday, September 8th, 2014

The Fuji Sports Combatives ‘Multi-Camo’ BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) Gi is a mid-weight Gi made from 100% cotton, with a stiff, thick collar and unspecified “special reinforcements”. It’s also clearly using an unlicensed MultiCam clone, labeled as ‘Multi-Camo’.

The ‘Multi-Camo’ BJJ is available in sizes A-0 through A-6.

www.fujisports.com/product.aspx?productid=157&pvavID=2352&qty=1

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Modern Defendo

Friday, July 4th, 2014

Modern Defendo is an unarmed combatives system evolved from Col. William Fairbairn’s system of Defendu. Defendu was a close quarters system taught to and used by the 1st Special Services Force, ‘The Devil’s Brigade’, as well as agents of the SOE and OSS during WWII.

The Modern Defendo program is led by Regimental Sergeant Major and Chief Warrant Officer (Ret.) Bill Wolfe. A former Canadian Forces Chief Unarmed Combat Instructor, Bill Wolfe has been teaching Modern Defendo to Soldiers and Law Enforcement the world over, including SF and police counter-terrorism teams. Described as “brutal”, “harsh”, “intense”, “effective”, “efficient”, and “deadly”, Modern Defendo covers both unarmed and armed methods of combat.

For more information on Modern Defendo, visit www.wolfescombatives.com or email info@whwolfe.com.

Thanks to ‘JB’ for the tip!

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London Bridge Trading Company Combatives Kit Attracts Strong Interest From Military Training Professionals

Monday, June 23rd, 2014

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (June 23, 2014) As military operations overseas have drawn down over the past several years, the focus on adequately battle-training our nation’s warfighters has increased. To provide the best possible training environment, the United States Armed Services have elevated combative training to an unprecedented level in training programs across all branches.

London Bridge Trading Company (LBT) manufacturers the highest quality combative equipment designed specifically for the modern warfighter and peacekeeper. LBT provides U.S. manufactured one-stop solutions for both the High Gear and Special Operations Combative Program (SOCP) lines of combative equipment.

Designed for hand-to-hand scenario training, each suit contains innovative fabric technology for high performance shock absorption and impact protection. All LBT combatives equipment is 100% made in the United States and is Berry Amendment compliant.

In response to the need for new training capabilities, the U.S. Army’s 18th Airborne Corps has upgraded and redesigned their training facility and instructor qualification processes at Fort Bragg, NC. In addition, they have recently acquired cutting-edge combative kits for their training base that are built and provided exclusively by LBT. Instructor equipment has also continued to be acquired from LBT for each component. As the facility continues to be upgraded, the Army has indicated its intention to continue working with LBT to provide training-appropriate combative equipment.

The 18th Airborne Corps training program is extremely rigorous and calls for many rotations of both trainees and instructors using combative gear for extended periods of time. When making the decision to provide the correct equipment, the U.S. Army turned to LBT for a safe, modern and Berry-compliant combatives kit that meets all of their training needs. LBT will continue to partner with the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Special Operations Command to equip our service members with the most effective combatives training equipment available.

LBT designs and manufactures tactical nylon equipment for military forces, law enforcement, government agencies, and other organizations worldwide. In addition to combative solutions, LBT also manufactures backpacks, bags, body armor, vests, water/airtight systems, pouches, accessories, and medical equipment.

All LBT products are made in the United States and are designed with top quality materials and strict manufacturing standards that ensure the most durable and reliable equipment available to today’s military and first responders. Founded in 1985, LBT is headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA. For more information, please visit www.lbtinc.com.

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