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SOFIC – Team Wendy

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

It’s amazing how folks continue to use and modify their EXFIL Bump helmets that were just released just last year.

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To help them along, TW has introduced an add-on Velcro kit.

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But the big news is that Team Wendy has just unveiled a major new helmet system. The EXFIL LTP for Lightweight Tactical Polymer features an injection molded lightweight shell, a new rail design that will be the standard for all TW helmets in the future, and an integrated shroud with a machined aluminum insert from Wilcox Industries.

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Additionally, they are introducing a new liner called Revolve. Taking technology from the HEaDS UP program, these small discs compress during impact. Think of it as a bumper crumple zone but for your head.

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TW sets up arrays of these discs in three sections that Velcro into place in the helmet.

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The system still uses the Cam-fit Boa system and can be retrofit into most helmets. Although, I haven’t found one yet that won’t take the TW suspension. Alternatively, TW will be offering an H-style harness for those seeking something more traditional. Since they’ve introduced so many new options they’ve loaded a suspension selection guide on their site.

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Look for Revolve available in June and the EXFIL TLP in late summer.

www.teamwendy.com

Defensor Fortis Modular Helmet System

Monday, May 6th, 2013

Air Force Security Forces…

Want an NVG Mount that actually stays put?

Want a RAIL System for helmet mounted lights, or helmet mounted cameras to document training or actual operations from Airman “Point of View” for AARs?

Want a better, adjustable, more comfortable helmet retention?

Want your goggles to stay put on your helmet?

Here’s your solution! It will completely modernize your existing ACH-style helmets.

Defensor Fortis Modular Helmet System from ADS

You now have the ability to add these items/capability to your currently fielded MICH/ACH helmets. No need to buy new helmets. This system adapts to what you’ve already invested in. It includes an integrated helmet cover with rails and VAS shroud from Gentex/Ops-Core along with a Charge Pro MPLS light from Princeton Tec and a set of ESS Pivot Profile Goggles which are designed to work in concert with the Ops-Core ARC Rail. The whole kit and caboodle is topped off with the Team Wendy Cam-Fit Retention System with Boa Fit Constrictor for custom fit.

The Defensor Fortis Modular Helmet System is available through ADS Inc.

BAE Systems To Celebrate the Production of One Million Combat Helmets

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013

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This afternoon, BAE Systems Protection Systems will celebrate the production of its one millionth combat helmet at its Jessup, Pennsylvania facility. The company manufactures combat helmets for the U.S. Army, the U.S. Marine Corps, the Defense Logistics Agency and several allied forces.

Attending and speaking at the celebration will be U.S. Representative Matthew Cartwright; Major General Wesley Craig, The Adjutant General for the Pennsylvania National Guard; Lieutenant Colonel Frank Lozano of the U.S. Army Program Executive Office. Also in attendance will be Jessup’s Mayor Beverly Merkel.

This ceremony comes at the heels of receiving multiple contracts for U.S. Marine Corps Lightweight Helmets, the most recent being issued earlier this year for $28 million.

Warrior West – Tactical Command Industries

Thursday, April 25th, 2013

Tactical Command Industries developed this soft good solution to help mount behind the head-style communications headsets to a high cut ballistic or bump helmet. The TCI Liberator II & III BTH Headset Conversion Kit

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The design maximizes real estate on the rail (Ops-core ARC or Team Wendy Rail) and helps turn the separate headset and helmet into a single unit that is easy to don and doff.

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One interesting feature on the Headset Conversion Kit is that when you detach the headset from the helmet, the four straps can be hooked together over the crown of the head to form a headband.

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Available in Coyote Tan or Black. Berry compliant.

www.TacticalCommand.com

Team Wendy Releases EXFIL Comms Mounts and Helmet Covers

Monday, April 8th, 2013

Team Wendy has added the EXFIL Comms Mounts and Helmet Covers to their website for orders.

TW EXFIL Comms Adapter

The TW Communications Headset Adapter mounts Peltor headsets to the EXFIL bump helmet.

TW EXFIL Cover

The EXFIL Helmet Cover is manufactured from mesh and available in Coyote, Black or MultiCam and is designed specifically for the geometry of this helmet.

Princeton Tec Switch-MPLS

Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013

The Switch-MPLS has been around for awhile now but I still think it makes a great helmet light. It is designed as a unique personal light with a dual-LED head on a flexi-neck platform. In addition to allowing you to point the light where you need it, the Switch-MPLS always turns on in the low mode of these specialty colors; a 2 second press of the large push button activates the bright white or red LED mode for better illumination. Also available are specialty LED colors including Red, IR, Blue, and Green and high output colors, White and Red.

princetontec.com/switch-mpls

Mohawk Helmet Cover from Agilite

Saturday, March 30th, 2013

Agilite’s Mohawk helmet cover is individually sized to fit either the Ops-Core FAST Maritime, FAST Ballistic or FAST Bump helmets and its built-in retention system allows you to secure NVG counter-weights, cables and other helmet attachments. The Mohawk’s central mesh also allows for an unobstructed air flow through bump helmet vents. The snug fit means no-flap during helicopter ops or free fall and it helps enforce noise discipline, especially when wet.

Agilite Mohawk

The Mohawk features aerodynamic, snag-free sides and is composed of lightweight, hard-wearing mil-spec materials. It is currently available in Ops-Core helmet cuts and will be available in ACH/MICH and IDF Light Helmet versions soon.

www.agilitegear.com/helmet-covers/mohawk-helmet-cover

Cats and Dogs Living Together

Tuesday, March 19th, 2013

Cats and Dogs Living Together

TNVC mated a Team Wendy Cam-Fit suspension system to a Crye Precision AirFrame which illustrates the versatility of both.