I know it’s been a stressful Monday so I thought we’d share something a little different. It’s good to put yourself mentally in the outdoors doing something you love. This film by Montana Wild follows an Elk hunt. Enjoy!
AMBUSH from Montana Wild on Vimeo.
Thanks to Mystery Ranch for the heads up!
Minneapolis, September 12, 2013 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII), the leading manufacturer of off-road vehicles, today announced the company was awarded a contract to provide MV850 ultra-light tactical vehicles to the German Army.
“Defense forces around the world are seeking Polaris Defense Military vehicles to take advantage of our ability to make modifications to our commercial off-the-shelf technology (COTS), insert customer requirements and quickly deliver an end product that meets their needs,” said Rich Haddad, general manager of Polaris Defense. “It is our goal to match the warfighter’s mission requirements with our best value product.”
The highly-mobile MV850 platform, which was built specifically for the U.S. military and allied forces, allows for the transport of military personnel and gear through extreme off-road terrain. It features a 600 lbs./ 272 kg capacity metal rack system, 11.75 gal/ 44.5 L fuel capacity, blackout lighting with IR light capability and an optional litter mount.
The Spirit of Blue Foundation is proud to announce that it has adopted the A-TACS LE pattern of law enforcement camouflage as its official camouflage pattern. A-TACS Camo has seen great success with its military oriented AU and FG patterns, which are utilized by some SWAT and tactical teams who serve in more rural areas. But, the new A-TACS LE pattern was specially developed for the needs of urbanized law enforcement. A-TACS Camo will be donating a portion of all sales of the new A-TACS LE patterned materials to the Spirit of Blue Foundation to fund Safety Equipment Grants to law enforcement agencies nationwide.
“A-TACS joined on early as a Safety Equipment Grant sponsor in 2011, even before they really had much of a law enforcement presence. They did it because they were so supportive of what we were trying to accomplish and they cared a lot about those who dedicate their lives to service,” commented Ryan T. Smith, Vice Chairman of Grants & Sponsorships for the Spirit of Blue. “When they approached us with this new LE pattern, and wanted to give a portion of every sale to the Foundation, we were humbled. We are going to make a great impact with their ongoing donation.”
The A-TACS LE Camo pattern combines various shades of grey, blue and black and utilizes the trademark “organic pixel” look developed by A-TACS Camo for its original A-TACS AU Camo pattern. A-TACS LE also incorporates variable angles and urban forms derived from real-world photography that effectively utilizes an even blend of light and shadow to create unique patterns with a slight horizontal flow. Additionally, A-TACS LE Camo was developed to work with variable combinations of black or blue nylon gear and other equipment allowing municipalities and departments the option to easily upgrade their gear on an “as needed” basis, gradually phasing in new items while still maintaining a cohesive and uniform appearance. For more information visit: http://www.a-tacs.com
“We’ve had a great working relationship with the folks at the Spirit of Blue Foundation for the past several years and have been looking for ways to make a greater contribution to the good work that they’re doing,” said Phil Duke, Co-Owner and Pattern Developer for A-TACS Camo. “With A-TACS LE Camo being so closely tied to Law Enforcement both in its development as well as its implementation, taking the relationship between both of our organizations to this next level of involvement just seemed like a natural fit. This is something we believe in, and we are extremely excited to see where it goes from here.”
International Training, Inc. (ITI), a training company of G4S GS, and providers of benchmark security training programs to the U.S. Government, U.S. Military and corporate America, in conjunction with TSSi, are pleased to announce the list of exhibiting manufacturers for the upcoming TAC OPS Day to be held on October 29, 2013 at the ITI Virginia Facility. TAC OPS Day is a full-day event open to law enforcement, military and security personnel. The event includes demonstrations from leading manufacturers. Host company ITI will also present demonstrations of their renowned driving courses and training.
Manufacturers exhibiting include hosts ITI and TSSI, as well as Smith & Wesson, Barnes Precision Machine, LaRue Tactical, Stillwood Ammunition, Streamlight, Osen-Hunter Group, SIG Sauer, Simunition, Ashbury International, Ruhl Tech Breaching and 5.11 Tactical. Raffle prizes include an M&P pistol from Smith & Wesson, a custom rifle from Barnes Precision Machine and quick detach mounts from LaRue Tactical.
Limited spots are still available for interested manufacturers to exhibit. Individuals interested in attending should contact Tim Peck at Tim.Peck@g4siti.com. The event is free for exhibitors and attendees but space is limited. The event will take place at the International Training Virginia Facility at 1536 International Drive, Shacklefords, Virginia on October 29, 2013 from 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. A catered lunch and raffle prizes are included in the registration.
For more information on International Training, Inc. visit www.g4siti.com.
Burlington Industries LLC, a division of International TextileGroup (ITG), announced it has been awarded a $5.3 million contract to supply micro denier polyester fabrics to the U.S. Air Force for use in physical training (PT) shorts. These fabrics will be produced at the company’s facilities in Cordova and Burlington, North Carolina.
These advanced woven polyester fabrics are part of Burlington’s MCS family of performance fabrics, which are 35 percent lighter than the current fabrics used for PT shorts and have improved breathability and inherent moisture management properties. Using Sorbtek fiber technology made by Unifi, the lightweight MCS fabric works by absorbing moisture, moving it away from the skin, and releasing it for quick evaporation. This allows the wearer of the shorts to remain cool, dry and comfortable. In addition, Sorbtek fiber provides inherent soil release properties to protect the fabrics against everyday soils, like sweat and grass.
“Light weight performance fabrics are one of Burlington’s core competencies,” said Burlington President Jeff Peck. “Our MCS technology is the performance foundation of the Air Force’s improved physical training uniform. The renewed emphasis being given to physical training within the U.S. Armed Forces has made moisture management, durability and stain resistance essential performance attributes for PT uniforms.”
Burlington has been an integral part of the defense supply chain for more than 50 years and is uniquely positioned as one of today’s most diversified R&D centers for performance and technical fabrics for the military. “We continue to explore new opportunities to equip and protect our U.S. Armed Forces,” said Peck. “Our products range from basic innovations that elevate the performance of PT, battle and dress uniforms to the newest advanced technologies in infrared, insect repellant, cold weather, fire, and battle protection.”
Several years ago, to expand its military business, ITG combined the resources from four of its business units, Burlington, Safety Components, Narricot, and Carlisle, to create an extensive military products platform of diversified fabrics developed to service the specific needs of the military market. Products include fabrics for camouflage combat and utility uniforms, Class A dress uniforms, physical training and extreme cold weather wear, flame resistant and fire fighting protective clothing, high performance equipment, ballistic fabric and webbing for body armor and load carrying equipment, and other specialty items.
Burlington has been awarded a total of seven military contracts this year totaling more than $236 million over a five-year period. Awards include dress uniform and physical training uniform fabrics for the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Navy.
(LAS VEGAS) – K-VAR Corp. will have a special guest at the industry’s upcoming and biggest gathering known as the SHOT Show, or Shooting, Hunting & Outdoor Trade Show and convention. The guest selected will be one of the top winners from the company’s monthly “SHOT Showoff” video contest series announced today.
This new, ongoing contest follows the success of the company’s “What’s Your Story” video contest that just awarded gift card prizes for the best videos. Each month, from September through December, K-VAR will be awarding a $500, $300 and $100 company gift card for the respective 1st, 2nd and 3rd place video winners during the SHOT Showoff contest. The 1st place videos from each month will then go to a public vote to determine the best. The contestant behind the best winning video will become K-VAR’s SHOT Showoff and be invited to attend the convention.
This new contest runs in conjunction with K-VAR’s ongoing 20th year in business celebration allowing the company to create another avenue to more deeply connect with its most loyal customers. K-VAR will use the video submissions to both promote its current products and make changes to others based on customer preference.
The SHOT Showoff contest will give participants nearly full creative control in showcasing either a K-VAR or Arsenal, Inc product. Some suggestion ideas for video submissions may include, but are not limited to:
-Product Reviews
-First Impression of New Items
-2nd Amendment
-Self-Defense
-Prepper
-Competitive Shooting
-Hunting
-Comedy & Humor
-Arsenal vs. AR Platform
A list of official rules is posted on the K-VAR website at www.k-var.com. In addition to the three top monthly gift card prizes awarded, anyone who submits a video entry will be given a complementary Arsenal Inc. t-shirt bearing the company’s brand new slogan. Arsenal Inc. will announce the new slogan soon.
Vancouver BC (September 6, 2013) – Canadian based outerwear manufacturer and retailer Arc’teryx will officially open a new 2,300 square-foot store in downtown Seattle, WA. Situated at the base of the Seaboard Building at Fourth Avenue and Pike Street the new store will open September 7th, 2013. This will be the first Arc’teryx brand store in the U.S.
Arc’teryx is built upon the principle of obsessive, precise design and production. Manufacturing high performance outdoor clothing, accessories and climbing equipment to the highest possible standards, their products include GORE-TEX outerwear, down and synthetic insulated jackets, gloves and backpacks.
The new store will open premiering the brand’s full collection for Fall/ Winter 2013 and will offer customers an opportunity to learn firsthand about the company’s innovative and forward thinking design process via special engagement areas inside the store.
“There’s a growing, loyal following for the brand and this store is a way for us to showcase the newest and fullest assortment of Arc’teryx products to our consumers, while also allowing them to discover what the brand stands for,” said Adam Ketcheson, VP Senior Director of Marketing & B2C. “Customers will be able to learn more about our research and design processes through hands on technology engagement areas within the store as well as from trained store staff.”
All Arc’teryx product design, research and development is done in-house at their head office in North Vancouver, British Columbia.
“In our own facility, we are able to dedicate time and resources to explore unorthodox design concepts and we have complete control over the development of new products,” said Carl Moriarty, Design Manager for Arc’teryx apparel. “Arc’teryx has a philosophy of design that centers on a product’s intended use. The aim is to create something that increases the user’s enjoyment of the activity. By being functionally invisible, what people experience is the activity and their equipment simply does what it’s supposed to do.”
The new Seattle store will officially open its doors on Saturday, September 7th at 10am. There will be GORE-TEX Science & Technology presentations along with a special rain room available where consumers can test out the products and learn firsthand how GORE-TEX works.
Designers from the company’s head office will also be on hand over the day to talk with customers and answer questions.
The Seaboard Building is an 11-story landmark building at Fourth Avenue and Pike Street that was developed and is managed by the Pine Street Group L.L.C.
Seattle store hours:
Mon-Sat: 10am-8pm
Sun: 12pm-6pm
SilencerCo has been named to the prestigious list of Inc. Magazine’s “The INC. 500: FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES – Best Run, Most Innovative, Most Inspiring.” SilencerCo is noted among the Utah Top 100 companies by the Mountain West Capital Network, and additionally was named one of the “Emerging 8” Companies by Utah Business Magazine for 2 years running.
SilencerCo manufactures firearms silencers, and has increased its market share by educating consumers about the legalities of silencers. This education, coupled with manufacturing high end silencers, embodies its main mission – hearing protection.
“To be recognized as one of the Top 500 Fastest Growing Companies in America is incredibly humbling,” said Josh Waldron, CEO of SilencerCo. “We built this company from the ground up with just a few employees in 2008 and today we have over 75 employees and in 2012 did over $6 million in revenue. We are living proof of building and living the American dream.”
To view the entire article on SilencerCo listed in “The INC. 500: FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES – Best Run, Most Innovative, Most Inspiring,” visit: www.inc.com/magazine/201309/Burt-Helm/company-that-creates-firearms-silencers.html/1
To view the list of Utah Business Magazine’s “Emerging 8” visit: dev.utahbusiness.com/articles/view/fast_2/?pg=2
