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BOLO Report – The Tweel

Thursday, September 1st, 2011

LE blog, the BOLO Report published an interesting article yesterday on the Tweel, a new tire concept. An integrated Tire and Wheel concept (hence the portmanteau name), lacks an air valve, or air, for that matter.

Check out the full details at boloreport.wordpress.com.

NTOA 2011 Conference & Vendor Show

Thursday, August 18th, 2011

Don’t forget, the 2011 National Tactical Operations Conference & Vendor Show will be held 18-23 September in Richmond, Virginia. In addition to a show featuring 175 vendors showcasing their latest wares, attendees may also choose from 16-, 24- or 32-hour practical tracks including Advanced Tactics, HRT and HRW. Additionally, NTOA is offering a variety of 4- and 8-hour seminar tracks on such topics as SWAT supervision, crisis negotiations and gunfight medicine.

To sign up visit NTOA.org.

Photos courtesy of Sam Perry Photography: spsquared.com

OR – Lowa GSG Revo GTX

Saturday, August 6th, 2011

Lowa took their tried and true Zephyr technology and built a high top boot for LE and those who require a black boot. They have incorporated a Gore-Tex lining and used their proprietary MONOWRAP you will remember from the Zephyr.

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www.lowaboots.com

BOLO Report – Read It

Saturday, August 6th, 2011

A good friend has just launched a new blog intended for the LE side of tactical. The new BOLO Report gets its name from the Be On the Look Out (BOLO) reports used by LE (in particular Military LE) personnel. You might also have heard this referred to as an All Points Bulletin on the civilian side.

The BOLO Report already has some excellent content and the author is developing some great links to industry. In fact, the article on Safariland’s new 40mm specialty impact munitions is especially informative. Be sure to check it out.

www.BOLOreport.com

Quebec Trade Mission to Brazil Focusing on Security

Thursday, July 28th, 2011

Quebec’s Ministry of Economic Development, Innovation and Export Trade selected Canadian Tactical Training Academy (CTTA) to be part of a trade mission to Brazil, August 29 through September 2, 2011. The Ministry will underwrite some of CTTA’s expenses and arrange meetings while in Brazil.

According to CTTA, they provide:

CTTA offers specialized programs such as: Executive Protection, Investigation and Surveillance, Rapid Integrated Survival Kombat (RISK) System, Tactical Firearms, Handcuffing, Airport and Airline Security (IATA and ICAO standards), Ports Facilities and Maritime Security (ISPS Code), Basic SWAT Techniques, Corporate Safety Awareness, and much more.

These look to be exactly the sort of training needed to deal with Brazil’s internal security challenges.

In a press release, Mr Angelo Marino, Vice President of Operations of CTTA, commented, “We are very pleased to have been selected by the Ministry to be part of this important Trade Mission. This recognition is a confirmation that CTTA is on the right track. Brazil is the place to be for our industry because of the World Cup and Olympics which will be hosted during the next few years. Also, we already have a partnership in Brazil with MAF Protection Control Risks Group, headquartered in Sao Paulo. “

What Mr Marino is talking about is that over the next five years, Brazil is host to several international events.

– Annual Brazilian Grand Prix, is part of the Formula One world Championship
– FIFA World Cup (of Soccer) in 12 Brazilian cities
– 2016 Summer Olympics Rio de Janeiro

Brazil is one of the so-called “BRICs” (Brazil, Russia, India, China) which are experiencing advanced economic development. It is an emerging market (7th largest economy by GDP) with notable security challenges. For example, Brazil is in the top 20 countries of intentional homicide rates and has continued problems with organized gang violence directed at security services. Based on the number of upcoming opportunities and the Brazilian desire to deal with security issues, it is surprising that more American firms are not reaching out to Brazil.

Another Great Use for Strobe Function

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011

More and more tactical flashlights are incorporating a strobe function to help confuse suspects. However, a completely different use for this function is illustrated here by Elzetta. Based on a true story, our hero, “SGT Elzetta” uses the strobe function on his light to do something very familiar to military personnel, mark his position for MEDEVAC. It’s definitely another trick in the bag to consider for LE folks.

www.elzetta.com

5.11 Comes to the Tidewater

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011

A new 5.11 Signature Store celebrates its grand opening this Saturday in Virginia Beach. The second of its kind in the nation and the first on the east coast, it is owned and operated by Tidewater Tactical. Think of it as a franchise. The store is locally owned and operated but all of the content is 5.11.

Truly a catalog come to life, you could walk into the store naked and walk out, equipped head to toe to perform most LE or associated tactical functions. Not to mention, they make a great pair of pants that are well suited for use by those in construction, utilities, and transportation. In fact, if you are hard on your clothes while at work or play, 5.11 is a good choice. Additionally, 5.11 offers a great deal of product for use by military personnel in addition to their new Fire/EMS line. What’s more, they are constantly expanding their product offerings.

Everything you see in their catalog will be available in the store and it is exclusively 5.11. In fact, it’s 2000 square feet of 5.11. The big plus here is that it is in stock; all sizes, all colors and you aren’t going to see any other brands mixed in there.

Nobody what they do for a living, everybody wears shoes or boots. 5.11 has a great cross section of footwear choices that will fit most any need: casual, steel toe, or duty.

What I’ve said here isn’t just some ad. I mean what I say. I remember about seven years ago sitting down with Bob Denny to take a look at what 5.11 was up to. I was already familiar with the pants as I owned a pair or two that were made by Royal Robbins. What impressed me at the time was what this new 5.11 brand was doing to spearhead the development of what eventually became the tactical clothing market. Today, 5.11 continues to impress me as they refine their current of products and delve into new areas, always mindful of how the products will complement one another. They’ve put a lot into this industry and for that they have earned my respect. There are a lot of folks wearing 5.11 and that certainly says something.

The new store is centrally located at 375 Independence Blvd near Virginia Beach’s City Center district. It lies across the street from Pembroke Mall and is right down Independence from Little Creek NAB. Visitors will find easy access from the Independence exit from 264 which also makes it convenient for many local LE agencies.

5.11 Tactical is interested in opening stores in other areas. To learn more talk to your POC at 5.11.

Stop in for their grand opening this Saturday, 4 June and mention that you read about the store on SSD and you will receive a 10% discount. LE and Military receive a regular 5% discount which essentially pays the tax on your purchase.

For the Ladies- Women’s Tactical Association

Thursday, April 28th, 2011

Founded in 2009 by Chicago Police Officer Karen Bartuch, the Women’s Tactical Association is dedicated to bringing training in the areas of firearms, fitness, tactics and combat mindset to female law enforcement. Membership is open to men as well as women and they offer training opportunities. It’s great to see an organization that focuses on women in the tactical community and we encourage them to broaden their scope beyond just LE.

“Like” their Facebook page to learn more. To join the WTA visit www.womenstactical.org.