Think of it as a Valentine’s Day salute from the NRA to the ladies behind our troops.
Archive for the ‘For the Ladies’ Category
For The Ladies – NRA Life of Duty Salutes Warrior Wives
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012SHOT 2012 Followup: Women’s Tactical Association
Saturday, January 28th, 2012Patrol rifle courses, tactical shooting classes, SWAT and room entries, offensive/defensive driving, ballistic shield work, grappling and defensive tactics…just a few of the things the Women’s Tactical Association has been doing over the last couple of years. Though there are the usual haters and nay-sayers (as always), given the quality and caliber of some of their instructors it’s pretty clear how serious they are. Any doubters are welcome to show up to a training event and see for themselves. One of the WTA staffers, Kim Heath, is an NPRC competitor and a contributor over with our friends at BOLO Reportand the WTA President Karen Bartuch is apparently going to start writing there as well.
WTA member at the LMT Booth at SHOT: they're supposed to be visiting the LMT factory soon.
We bring up the WTA here because they are trying to get the word out to military females. Whether you’re a female K9 Security Forces airman who just PCSed to Andrews from Altus or a seasoned gunnery sergeant out at Pendleton (shout out to Bunch and Byer there), they’d like to get you involved. Initially they were thinking mostly of Security Forces and Military Police females, but as the organization has grown they’ve made a place for women of a number of backgrounds (OSI, CID, engineers, you name it). You may recall Tactical Fanboy ran an article on them previously; three of these tough ladies were at SHOT – Kim and Karen and another veteran officer named Jessica. We had time to catch up with them briefly despite the demands many of the larger companies were making on their time.
WTA member at SWAT Roundup recently.
Karen conducted an impromptu interview with the NRA, which you’ll find below. If you’re interested in joining the WTA (they also have male members, FYI, many of whom you right recognize), check them out on line, on their Facebook page or just e-mail them at womenstactical(at)sbcglobal.net. Oh, and they’ve got a new YouTube Channel as well.
Here’s an interview with Karen at SHOT:
-DR
For The Ladies – Tacticute
Friday, January 27th, 2012During SHOT Show a lot of folks asked Tactical Mama about the “Tacticute” tab she was sporting on her badge holder.
These are the creation of my friend Dave, proprietor of Mojo Tactical located on Oahu Hawaii. He’s also the mad genius behind zombie cookie monster. I have a feeling the first run is going to go fast.
New Shirts from Magpul
Saturday, November 26th, 2011Magpul has released a variety of new T-shirt designs including this one celebrating American manufacturing. Several designs are offered including some designs for the Ladies.
Check out all of their designs at www.magpul.com.
New Glasses from Oakley
Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011
The Split Jacket now features interchangeable lenses via Oakley’s Switchlockâ„¢ technology.
The COMMIT series was designed for women athletes. COMMIT features interchangeable lenses and the SQ denotes “square.”
In addition to lens interchangeability, each pair of Radars comes with two nosepieces to ensure the best fit.
Available now from US Standard Issue.
NTOA – Women’s Tactical Association
Sunday, September 18th, 2011
The Women’s Tactical Association was on hand to spread the word on their advocacy and training programs for female tactical LE and military personnel. They’ll be taking their training programs on the road this year so make sure you check out www.WomensTactical.org. You’ll need to create a login but it’s a simple process.
31 Heroes Bracelets
Monday, September 12th, 2011At NBOW we ran across these remembrance bracelets for the 8-6-11 helo crash. Available from Designs by Cooties, they are available in Beaded Bracelets for women and Gunmetal Band for men. Proceeds will contribute to an account opened in Virginia Beach for the families at Navy Federal Credit Union Called: 08.06.11 Family Memorial Fund.
designsbycooties.com/military_memorial_fundraiser_designs
-Laurice Tubbs
Tactical Mama
Combat Flip Flops
Monday, August 29th, 2011Coming soon to a foot near you are Combat Flip Flops.
One of the major issues in Afghanistan is developing a robust economy. It’s one of the best ways to combat the insurgency. Put people to work and let them develop a stake in their way of life. A couple of American entrepreneurs saw this first hand and decided to do something about it. Their answer is Combat Flip Flops.
All Models are made with Super comfortable recycled Leather straps and footbeds with heat stamped graphics, a chunky EVA midsole and rubber outsole. All materials are sourced from Afghanistan, assembled by Afghans in a professional environment, and packaged with recycled material from combat uniforms, boots, or tactical equipment.
When you look at the various models you will notice a few embellishments that scream Afghanistan. For example, the use of the poppy and 7.62 x 39 head stamps. Look for Combat Flip Flops to be available by the first of the year. Interested retailers contact them NOW to get in on this. These are going to be big.
