We happen to love Pinzgauers and Blackheart International owns one. It has accompanied us to the range each day throughout our foreign weapons course, hauling weapons and ammunition to and fro.
Sure, I could have embedded this photo in one of the segments on the training, but this one stands out. A lot of companies own cool guy vehicles but they keep them as show pieces. The BHI Gauer is very much a reflection of the company; it’s a workhorse. As you can see, it gets used regularly.
Chances are good you’ve worn a tactical or outdoor garment or used a piece of kit that the folks from Studio: 54 had a hand in. Now, they’ve combined their expertise to create Canada-based Studio: 54. According to their website they, “cover the entire scope of product development, including initial production for market launch. We work primarily with textile products to create performance driven technical garments and equipment such as backpacks, sleep systems, shelters and virtually anything else that can be assembled with a sewing machine.”
This is a great opportunity for much of the industry. Good designers are hard to find and those that can produce a quality spec pack are rarer still. The guys at Studio: 54 can do that and more. If you are in need of quality technical assistance, contact www.s54.ca.
CTOMS has informed us that Crye Precision has officially designated them as Crye’s official associate and distributor in Canada. Congrats guys!
To see a list of Crye products that CTOMS currently carries visit www.CTOMS.ca.
We’ve mentioned various takeovers concerning Canadian armor producer Pacific Safety Products in the past including their recent announcement of a reverse takeover bid for Armor Works Canada. Unfortunately, it looks like that one fell through as well according to a press release on PSP’s website. It states, “that the letter of intent with ArmorWorks Enterprises LLC to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of ArmorWorks Enterprises Canada, ULC in a reverse take-over transaction (the “Transaction”) has been terminated.” Additionally, the release says, “The board of directors of the Company has exercised its option to terminate the Company’s contract with its Executive Chairman, Daniel Marks, upon 30 day’s notice.” They are also working to “create a separation between the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer roles…”
Looks like PSP is getting their house in order.
Blue Force Gear announced today that John Felushko will join the company as Product Line Manager, reporting to Blue Force Gear CEO Ashley Burnsed. Felushko comes to Blue Force Gear from Canadian outdoor brand Arc’Teryx LEAF, where he has been Business Unit Coordinator since 2008. He will be responsible for Blue Force Gear’s product strategy and the expansion of retail presence in domestic and global markets.
“Our passion is building game-changing products for the world’s best customers and John shares our vision for the future like no one else we’ve met,” said Ashley Burnsed, Blue Force Gear’s CEO. “His exceptional experience bolsters our commitment to deliver the best products and we are thrilled to have him join our team.”
Before joining Arc’Teryx, Felushko’s background includes extensive outdoor retailing experience with companies including The Expedition Shoppe and Bushtukah Great Outdoor Gear where he gained valuable insights into improving the customer experience with high performance outdoor equipment. Among other International travels, he taught English in Istanbul Turkey and holds a Bachelors of Arts degree in Political Science from Carleton University with concentration in International Relations.
Congrats to Blue Force Gear and John!
US Patriot was established in the year 2000 by military veterans. Since then, it’s operations have grown to retail locations outside of Fort Jackson, SC, Fort Stewart, GA, Fort Sill, OK, Fort Sam Houston, TX and Kings Mountain, NC. The newest stores are located in San Antonio, TX (Fort Sam Houston, Randolph AFB & Lackland AFB) and Lawton, OK (Fort Sill home of Field Artillery and Air Defense).
The Fort Sill, OK store sets itself apart with its very own “man cave”. Soldiers can relax in gaming chairs and play a variety of Xbox games. Additionally, on Graduation and Family Day, soldiers in uniform and their families can enjoy a free beverage of choice. Finally, some US Patriot locations, including Fort Jackson and Fort Stewart, have on-site embroidery/alterations and a barber shop.
When the Pope talks, we listen, and you should too. Here, Retired General Stanley McChrystal talks the American experience regarding design, execution, and leadership courtesy of Fast Company. This video was recorded at their recent Innovation Uncensored conference.
Velocity Systems has added Desert Digital as a color option for its products. After fielding phone calls and requests for the pattern over the last couple of years, Velocity Systems ordered up an entire lot of material of 500D Cordura as well as all the trimmings. Grey Group is currently stocking product, available for purchase and shipment. The new color is not reflected on the current Velocity Systems website, but look for a new Velocity website late this spring. If you have any questions give them a call at (703) 707-6280 or contact them via email at info@velsyst.com.
