There’s generally a trend at each OR show, and this time it’s recycled fabrics. Everyone has them. In the case of Herschel, their new Trail collection of bags features 100% recycled materials. They also boast an interesting Camo pattern.
Archive for the ‘Load Carrying’ Category
SHOT Show 20 – Condor
Tuesday, January 28th, 2020Condor continues to up their design game. They showed this prototype chest rig at SHOT Show which should be available soon. There’s internal nag pockets and laser cut, PALs compatible slots.
It can be stored inside out, with all of the straps contained inside. Additionally, it will accept the waist bag-style hanger seen here.
SHOT Show 20 – Hazard 4
Monday, January 27th, 2020I’ve always liked Hazard 4’s Poncho Villa and this year they’ve made it even better.
It features improved seam taping, a PALS compatible flap on the chest pocket and a snap in fleece liner. Offered in Coyote, OD Green, Royal Blue, Navy and Black.
Hazard 4 has also finalized their Hard-Point Gear Rails which can be attached to several of their packs. Offered in Orange, Coyote and Black, the rails are injection molded.
As you can see, they can be painted for individual taste and being M-LOK compatible, accept
Finally, they’ve got a new pack, the Drawbridge which sports a beavertail. The main compartment zipper goes around three sides and its S-shape allows for access even when carried on its side.
Offered in Black, Coyote and Greyman.
Another Dan Matsuda Special
Saturday, January 25th, 2020
Hey everyone! I just wanted to share a fun personal project I just did this week. Despite it being a smaller product, there was a surprising amount of labor that went into this. But I’m pretty happy with how it turned out.
SHOT Show 20 – Grey Ghost Gear Introduces New Back Panels
Friday, January 24th, 2020Grey Ghost Gear showed a full line of zip on back panels for armor vests.
They’ve even got an adapter for those vests without incorporated zippers.
The panels use the same zippers as the Crye systems so there’s some compatibility here in both directions.
Tasmanian Tiger Introduces the TACVEC Series of Products
Friday, January 24th, 2020Expanding its offerings to include tactical vehicles, Tasmanian Tiger® introduces three new products for patrol and SWAT vehicles
Miramar, Fla. (January 2020) – Tasmanian Tiger®, a tactical nylon line of products distributed exclusively for the US market by Proforce Equipment, Inc., is proud to announce the addition of their line of products specifically designed for police and SWAT vehicles is now available in the US: the TACVEC series. The first three products in this new line-up include the TT Modular Front Seat Panel, the TT Sun Shade Cover, and the TT Head Rest IFAK.
Made from 700 den CORDURA®, the TT Modular Front Seat Panel is a MOLLE panel for use on the back of front car seats in a vertical position or horizontally on rear seats. Hook-and-loop pouches can be arranged on the MOLLE specific to the mission. The MOLLE panel is secured with three fastening straps and side release buckles and can be removed quickly from the vehicle with all attachments in place. It is available in black only for an MSRP of $89.95. See how the TT Modular Front Seat Panel works here.
The TT Sun Shade Cover is a length-adjustable MOLLE shell that attaches to the vehicle’s sun visor (approximate circumference of 11-14 inches or 29-37 cm). It includes a hook-and-loop adapter for use on larger sun visors. The TT Sun Shade Cover attaches with hook-and-loop fastening and features a large transparent card holder for identification and additional MOLLE for small accessories such as lights. Available in black only, the TT Sun Shade Cover retails for $21.95 and a video can be seen here.
The third item in the TACVEC series is the TT Head Rest IFAK, a quick-access first aid kit that attaches to the back of the car seat headrest on either the driver or passenger side. The TT Head Rest IFAK uses the inclusive “IFAK” hook-and-loop patch. The first aid pouch with the IFAK hook-and-loop patch for color-marked, attaching straps can be accessed from either side. It also opens out with hook-and-loop fastening and has a length-adjustable fastening system for car seat headrests and includes an adapter for bigger headrests. Comes in black only with an MSRP of $44.95 (Medical supplies not included). Video here.
Check out the 2020 Tasmanian Tiger digital catalog here.
SHOT Show 20 – Blue Force Gear Lightweight MOLLEminus Belt
Thursday, January 23rd, 2020During DSEI we have you a taste of great things yo come from BFG. The Lightweight MOLLEminus Belt is now in production with delivery to commence shortly in MultiCam with other colors to soon follow. Sizes 28-46.
I am very impressed with this belt which not only boasts light weight and ergonomic design, but also a static load rating of 3500lbs (15.5 kN).
Here is their press release:
BLUE FORCE GEAR® ANNOUNCES THE LIGHTEST MOLLE COMPATIBLE SAFETY RESTRAINT BELT EVER MADE
POOLER, GA (January 16, 2020) — Blue Force Gear’s absolute dedication to Lighten the Load™ for the warfighter has led to the development of a state-of-the-art, fully MOLLE-compatible belt system that – incredibly – weighs just half as much as competing brands, and with a static load rating of 3500lbs (15.5 kN). Intelligent design, proprietary ULTRAcomp laminate and valuable feedback from elite professionals all contributed to the success of this belt system, one we are very proud to bring to market.
“Our new Lightweight MOLLEminus® Belt is the result of many months of focused design work and nearly daily interaction with our SOF customers. We listened intently to their evolving needs and the MOLLEminus Belt is a product of that synergy” said Stephen Hilliard, Director of Product Development for Blue Force Gear. Constructed using Blue Force Gear’s proprietary ULTRAcomp® laminate – a layered composite material – coupled with other technologically advanced components; the MAB is set to revolutionize how the modern warfighter carries their first-line kit.
Some innovative features include ULTRAcomp® laminate and composite components that are cut on a bias to provide custom-fit-comfort right out of the box. A lanyard “hard-point” at the rear of the belt is positioned for greater safety should the user depend on the restraint feature, and a matching inner belt is laser perforated for increased breathability and comfort. All this, and the Lightweight MOLLEminus Belt still comes in at only 0.65lbs for the inner/outer belt system (size 32).
The composite material sandwiched between the layers of the outer belt provide more than sufficient stiffness to carry a sidearm, plus mission essential loads without affecting overall comfort, or compromising the stability of the system.
Lastly, the MAB is Made in America of Berry compliant materials and will be available 4th quarter, 2019.
For more information, technical specs or to view video demonstrations of Blue Force Gear products, visit us at www.blueforcegear.com
SHOT Show 20 – Further Faster Designs
Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020Further Faster Designs is a small Veteran owned business. We wrote about their Super B Poncho Liner awhile back. Their latest product is the RAP Bino Harness.
Not only is there room for your binos…
But you can keep a pistol, or other item handy in the Rapid Access Panel.
furtherfasterdesigns.com/collections/frontpage/products/r-a-p-bino-harness
