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Brigantes Presents – High Angle Solutions – NSN announced for Lundhags Expedition 75

Wednesday, January 9th, 2019

The Expedition 75 has now been allocated a NATO stock number NSN: 8430-20-008-5818 (For a size 9) contact us for further number details.

To guarantee delivery in time for winter 2019 deployments, orders must be made by the 31st January 2019.

The Expedition Guide 75 is designed for the operator out in the frozen North. (or South) It is the latest in a long line of unique boots manufactured by Swedish company Lundhags, a longstanding family brand, specialising in making footwear, clothing and equipment. They focus on the needs of the hardest users.

A number of specialist military units have them as the in-service ski boot. (including Sirius Patrol) The new lighter and more streamlined boot with its monocoque style of construction is being used by the British forces to provide a versatile, light and reliable boot for operations on the Northern Flank.

As the Expedition 75 has the key features that give it the ability to operate in sub-zero temperatures, this boot provides an excellent balance between skiing and the normal movement required to conduct military operations.

Order deadlines for the boot to ensure delivery for winter 2019 is the 31st January.

Contact: international@brigantes.com

Or for UK customers: warrior@brigantes.com

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Looking For Some Proper Mukluks?

Tuesday, January 8th, 2019

Empire Wool & Canvas has opened pre-orders of their True North Boots for Spring delivery.

1. Email your request to empirecanvas@charter.net. They will send you a bit of info.

2. Fill out your size, color, and personal info. And send in your deposit for boots and or extra liners. ($150 boots- retail $350, or $100 liners delivered in the USA)

3. Wait patiently as they gather pre-orders and start building footwear.

Your deposit is refundable if you opt out. Boots will likely start shipping in the Spring.

Colors: Black/Black, White (natural)/Cream, or ATACS AU/Cream

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Brigantes Presents – The Brigantes Show 2018

Wednesday, December 19th, 2018

The difficulty of obtaining everything a Unit requires in order to be considered “fully kitted out” is a lengthy affair for all those in a buying position within the military. Those in the know will sympathise with the reams of paperwork and requisitions that need to be signed, often only to order a small quantity of one item. Not to mention the frustration that comes with trying to release funds, once they have been agreed.

This is a difficulty that is shared with militaries around the world.

Enter Brigantes. This year, they held the Brigantes Show in the UK. A trade show that demonstrated the unique relationship that they have with many internationally recognised and revered outdoor brands.

Key representatives from the UK and US military forces attended to realise the true capability of Brigantes in the areas of Adventurous Training and Extreme Cold Weather. Brigantes demonstrated how they are the gateway to solving all military buying issues with minimal effort and how unparalleled their open, honest approach was to the buyers.

The team will be assisting in the organisation of the UK’s only defence show for the outdoor industry, The Outdoor Military Show, in December 2019 as well has exhibiting at DSEI 2019.

For more information contact international@brigantes.com

For UK enquiries contact warrior@brigantes.com

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Brigantes Presents – High Angle Solution – Black Crows, Orb Militari Skis

Wednesday, December 12th, 2018

Everyone once I a while you get to play in a project that is ultra exciting. We have just delivered our first winter warfare Black Crows skis. Based on the Freebird Orb, the Orb Militari offers the perfect balance of functionality and ease of use.

Made with a white top sheet and base they are ready to go for Arctic operations. The skis themselves can be fitted with a classic 75mm Telemark binding or with a pin binding for more mountainous use. The ski itself is more rigid than its civilian relative in order to better deal with the large loads that winter troops carry. All white skins and poles have also been produced to accompany it.

Initially made in very limited numbers there is only a few pairs left that are available to troops heading out in to the snows this winter. If you are interested in pbtaining a pair then please email.

For more information get in touch by email on international@brigantes.com or for UK customers warrior@brigantes.com.

www.brigantes.com

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Brigantes Presents – High Angled Solution – Revision Snowhawk Goggle System

Wednesday, December 5th, 2018

Cold climate operations have become an essential tactical focus for militaries around the world, with many dedicating more resources and training to maneuvers in the Arctic and other cold weather regions. This change has resulted in an increased demand for clothing and equipment that can withstand the harsh conditions that troops face in that environment.

The SnowHawk Cold Weather System is the first-ever fully integrated ballistic goggle and balaclava system offering complete face coverage, superior anti-fog performance, and ballistic protection.

Time, effort and dedication were allocated to ensuring the breathability of this cold weather system: Mesh over the mouth and nose directs breath away from the goggle; the dual-pane thermal gasket lens creates an insulated barrier; built-in top and lateral forced-air vents provide constant airflow; and, Revision’s leading OcuMax© Plus coating is applied on the inside of the lens to prevent fogging, plus a hard-coat is on the outside of the lens to resist scratching. The SnowHawk system’s balaclava design utilizes Anon’s Magnetic Facemask Integration (MFI®) technology to seamlessly integrate the goggle and balaclava, ensuring stabilization and seal, with no skin exposed. The system achieves total face and head coverage, but is also intuitively designed for ease of use and swift removal when necessary.

Available in black or white, the SnowHawk Cold Weather System is low-profile and lightweight. This efficient design ensures compatibility with helmets, binoculars, and night vision systems. With improved comfort, functionality, and stability comes enhanced endurance and situational awareness, clearly demonstrating that this weather system is not only recommended but indeed necessary for the military to face the extreme conditions in the Arctic.

For more information get in touch by email on international@brigantes.com or for UK customers warrior@brigantes.com.

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Norway To Conduct Arctic SOF Experiment In 2019

Friday, November 30th, 2018

According to SOFWERX, NORSOF and the Norwegian Defense Research Establishment are hosting the Arctic SOF Experiment in Harstad, Norway, from 28 January – 2 February, 2019. Industry partners and research institutes are invited to bring innovative solutions to combat challenges such as harsh weather, low GPS signals and more. For more information, industry should contact Steinar.Gulichsen.nor@socom.mil.

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Mammut Updates Realization Shorts for 2019

Thursday, November 15th, 2018

Mammut displayed this updated version of their Realization Shorts at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market.

The Realization integrates a sit harness directly into the shorts for climbing gym workouts and competitions. This new version will be available late Summer 2019, although the current model is still available as well as a pant version.

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Tecnica – Forge Winter GTX

Tuesday, November 13th, 2018

One of the coolest things I learned about during last week’s Outdoor Retailer Winter Market is the introduction, in September 2019 L, of the Forge Winter GTX from Italian footwear manufacturer Tecnica.

As you may recall, Tecnica’s Forge is custom molded to the wearer’s feet during a process first developed for ski boots. Their Thermoform system features an anatomic last Custom Adaptive Shape. C.A.S. consists of a footbed and upper. The footbed works in concert with the upper’ arch. The upper also features a customizable heal cup and ankle pads.

As you can see, they are all Black, without the color pop of the initial launch of the Forge. Additionally, in order to make the Forge more appropriate for winter use, Tecnica has integrated a Gore-Tex lining as well as Vibram Arctic Grip Sole. The Arctic Grip sole does an amazing job of keeping stable in ice.

The rest of the details remain the same. Kevlar loops take the place of metal hardware to form the self locking lace design that doesn’t creep while moving and the tongue overlaps to reduce hot spots.

www.tecnicasports.com

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