This is a sneak peek of the Scarab from Bombardier Recreational Products. Look for more info soon.
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AUSA – Revision
Monday, October 21st, 2013
We stopped by Revision and they showed us a couple of technologies that they are adapting for use in USSOCOM’s TALOS (Tactical Assault Lightweight Operator Suit) program. The Prowler was developed with Canadian firm B-tema and serves as a lower extremity enhancement exoskeleton. Revision is also working to offer armor panels for the Prowler that will protect the legs and in particular the femoral artery from threats.
“Revision is committed to developing next generation Soldier protection. Two key technology programs that were launched at AUSA this year are the ‘Advanced Head Protection System (AHPS),’ and the ‘Prowler Human Augmentation,’ system.
The AHPS is a rifle round stopping helmet, with full maxillo facial protection, integrated electronics, integrated heads up display to Android, and pneumatic liner system that meets the new 14.1 fps impact requirement. The AHPS was developed in concert with the US Army Labs Natick.
The Prowler, is Revision’s Human Augmentation device. It increases a soldiers metabolic reserve while preventing short and long term injuries. The Prowler allows our soldiers to be more lethal on the objective while increasing deployability through reduced injury. The Prowler, has been tested by SOCOM and CANSOFCOM, and is under contract with the US Army Labs Natick. Shown to provide a 33% mechanical advantage, the Prowler proves to be the next human augmentation system.
Both systems are continuing to be innovated in support of several DoD and international programs as well as SOCOM’s TALOS program.”
Revision also showed us their .30 protective helmet solution that was originally developed for the US Army but is being adapted to the TALOS requirement. The Advanced Head Protection System will incorporate a .30 protective mandible and visor as well as the pneumatic, adjustable padding system and dual ratchet-style adjustment already available from Revision.
ATS Tactical Provides Load Carrying Solutions for the Polaris MRZR
Monday, September 23rd, 2013
When Polaris needed a modular load carrying solution for the MRZR they turned to ATS Tactical who created this rig. As you can see, these PALS-based panels allow the crew to configure their gear how they need it on the vehicle without fear of it going flying as they tool around the battlefield.
DSEi – Polaris Defense
Friday, September 13th, 2013
With a top speed of 52 MPH, the Polaris Defense Sportsman MV 850 features a 850cc, 77 hp engine that runs on Mogas from a 11.75 gallon tank. It also integrates electronic power steering and military blackout drive.
So far, Polaris hasn’t offered the Terrainarmor Non-Pneumatic Tires for use with other vehicles or for commercial sale because they were are engineered specifically for this vehicle. They will sustain the vehicle for over 5,000 miles with a full combat load, over 1,000 miles with a railroad spike driven into them, over 1,000 miles after being shot by a 5.56mm or 7.62x39mm round and over 350 miles after being shot by a .50 round.
The rear rack will accommodate 400 lbs and the front rack at 200 lbs with a total vehicle load capacity of 850 lbs. The Sportsman MV 850 has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs.
Millbrook Tactical Announces Driver Training Facility
Friday, September 6th, 2013
Millbrook has announced that they will be offering their world class driver programs at a new training facility in Dunnville, Ontario. This 5.9km multi traction environment training facility will greatly enhance the experience. Look for the dates of the grand opening scheduled for mid-October.
The Cogburn CB4
Monday, August 19th, 2013If you’re familiar with Surly fat bikes then you’ll know their parent brand Quality Bicycle Products who has launched yet another brand, Cogburn Outdoors. Cogburn’s CB4 debuts in September.
Designed specifically for the outdoorsman, the CB4 (in no way related to the 1993 hip hop comedy of the same name) boasts a Realtree Xtra Camo frame (courtesy of Kansas City’s Dynamic Finishes) with the rims, handlebar, crank and other components in an anodized Black with a no-glare finish. Available in two different frame sizes for all riders.
It’s a fat bike with 3.8″ tires that will get you where you are going in the back country even with a heavy load. What’s more, it’s a bike, so it’s going to be quieter and leave a much lower impact than an ATV. It incorporates a Shimano Deore 20 speed mountain drivetrain with quiet Deore Shadow plus clutch rear derailleur.
“We make gear for people looking to hunt, fish and forage in remote places.”
-Cogburn Outdoors
It is designed, finshed and assembled in the USA.
I love everything about this bike, except the price. At $2199 it’s a bit more than I want to spend but I know there are many that will look at this price as reasonable. It’s all about the value exchange. I’m just not the guy who is willing to pay that much for a bike. What may be an option for those of us interested in adapting other Fat Bikes to a hunting role is the availability of Cogburn’s Scabbard which comes standard on the CB4. It attaches to a rear rack on any bike and is designed to accommodate archery equipment as well as hunting and fishing equipment.
This Is Why CCT Stopped Using All Terrain Cycles
Friday, June 21st, 2013
Those 3-wheeled ATCs were cool but they’d roll over, so CCT stopped using them. There’s even rumor that there was one used at Desert One. BTW, that’s a TACAN mounted on the back.
They tried out a few different solutions but eventually settled on the Quads we see today that are used by CCT and PJ alike for a variety of missions.
Overland Expo 2013
Tuesday, June 18th, 2013If you’re like us and missed the 2013 Overland Expo, this video will give you a taste of what goes on.
